Mick McCarthy wary of suffering same humiliation as Scotland when Republic of Ireland face Gibraltar
Daily MailMick McCarthy says he is guarded against suffering the same humiliation as Scotland did in Kazakhstan when he opens Republic of Ireland's Euro 2020 campaign in windswept Gibraltar on Saturday evening. Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy is wary ahead of his side's game against Gibraltar He watched Scotland's 3-0 defeat on Thursday and mention of that last night was enough to prompt caution ahead of what should be a walkover against the team ranked 194th in the FIFA standings. McCarthy is eager to ensure that Ireland don't suffer the same humiliation as Scotland McCarthy added: 'You talk about the style of football but if we win, brilliant. McCarthy paid tribute to former Ireland striker Jon Walters, who announced his retirement Meanwhile, McCarthy paid tribute to Jon Walters, who has announced his retirement from football because of injury problems.