# Stephen Kenny

June

June 2023

AS IT HAPPENED

Greece v Republic of Ireland, Euro 2024 qualifier

Greece faced Republic of Ireland in a big game for both sides.

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Jun 16th 2023, 9:01 PM

# Crystal Ball Gazing

Poll: What's your prediction for tonight's match between Ireland and Greece?

Kick off in the Greek capital is 7.45pm.

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Jun 16th 2023, 9:53 AM

# opposition analysis

Possession football, flying full-backs, and a long-range threat: what Ireland can expect from Greece

Shane Keegan breaks down the challenge Ireland face from Gus Poyet’s side.

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Jun 15th 2023, 11:14 AM

# looking ahead

Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Greece?

Stephen Kenny has some tough calls to make ahead of a big qualifier on Friday evening.

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Jun 12th 2023, 8:00 PM

# Q and A

Stephen Kenny on Greece, 'ambitious' FAI plan, and the frustration of under-investment in football

The 42 sat down with Stephen Kenny at the Irish team hotel in Antalya ahead of a defining week in the Euro 2024 qualifying campaign.

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Jun 11th 2023, 11:00 PM

# Republic Of Ireland

Doherty tested, no goal for Evan, and playing fake Greece - Ireland's Turkish delight

Stephen Kenny and his players continue their preparations for crucial Euro 2024 qualifier against Greece during training camp in Antalya.

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Jun 11th 2023, 6:00 AM

This year

2023

# Absentees

Manning, Cannon, Ogbene and Browne miss Irish training camp ahead of Euro qualifiers

The Irish players whose seasons have finished took part in a four-day camp in Bristol this week.

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May 25th 2023, 8:00 PM

# preparations

Kenny names 22-man squad for Bristol training camp

Ireland face Greece in Athens before hosting Gibraltar in Euro 2024 qualifiers next month.

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May 18th 2023, 10:19 AM

# Ambition

The under-the-radar Irishman pushing for Premier League promotion

Danny McNamara is hoping to help Millwall achieve a spectacular finish to the season and impress Stephen Kenny in the process.

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Apr 22nd 2023, 8:00 AM

# future plans

Irish international Manning set to leave as Swansea fans chant his name

The Galway native has impressed for the Championship club this season.

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Apr 17th 2023, 1:08 PM

# self improvement

‘I always felt I was competing with people who were more talented than I was’

David McMillan, the League of Ireland’s all-time top Champions League scorer, reflects on a remarkable career.

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Apr 2nd 2023, 8:00 AM

# Looking Back

'Embarrassing and degrading' - Shane Long reveals hurt at losing Ireland number 9 jersey

The striker was not happy with Stephen Kenny’s decision.

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Mar 30th 2023, 5:22 PM

# talking point

The biggest myth of the Stephen Kenny era was exposed last night

Ireland can no longer be considered all style and no substance, writes Paul Fennessy.

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Mar 28th 2023, 6:30 AM

# Reaction

Kenny: 'Out of this world' save denied Ireland on a night when Mbappe was shackled

Reaction from Stephen Kenny and Didier Deschamps.

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Mar 27th 2023, 11:20 PM

# luckless

‘You start thinking: why am I bothering to play football?’

Ex-Ireland international Alan Judge on seeking help and his determination to persevere in spite of numerous setbacks.

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Mar 26th 2023, 8:00 AM

# Admission

'I should be hitting the heights of my ability. I am 27 years old'

Ireland’s Callum O’Dowda celebrated his first international goal on his 26th cap last night.

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Mar 23rd 2023, 6:00 AM

# Reaction

Kenny pleased but 'not euphoric' with Latvia win

Ireland squandered an early two-goal lead but rescued a 3-2 win at the Aviva Stadium.

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Mar 22nd 2023, 10:56 PM

# player focus

Evan Ferguson the perfect symbol for Stephen Kenny’s youthful revolution

The Brighton teenager became Ireland’s youngest scorer since Robbie Keane after finding the net against Latvia this evening.

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Mar 22nd 2023, 9:47 PM

# evan almighty

Evan Ferguson to earn first Irish start against Latvia

The teenager will make his full senior debut at the Aviva Stadium tomorrow night.

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Mar 21st 2023, 2:54 PM

# Opinion

Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Latvia?

Stephen Kenny has some tough calls to make amid a crucial international window.

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Mar 20th 2023, 7:00 PM

# Talking Points

Smallbone sparkles, Doherty's lack of minutes, and no worries about Bazunu

Some of the talking points from Stephen Kenny’s squad announcement for the Euro 2024 qualifier against France.

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Mar 17th 2023, 6:00 AM

# decision

Shane Duffy in danger of losing place in Ireland squad for start of Euro qualifiers

International boss Stephen Kenny admits he has “a lot to consider” as a result of the Fulham defender’s lack of action.

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Mar 5th 2023, 9:36 AM

# meteoric rise

Easy does it for Evan Ferguson as countdown begins for Kylian Mbappe's arrival

Stephen Kenny says teenager’s “meteoric rise” gives Ireland added potency for Euro 2024 qualifier against France this month.

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Mar 3rd 2023, 6:30 AM

# New Boy

Ireland boss Stephen Kenny excited as Celtic star switches allegiances from Scotland

Winger Mikey Johnston is still waiting for the paperwork to be finalised, while John O’Shea’s appointment has been confirmed.

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Mar 2nd 2023, 5:00 PM

# Appointment

Tactically astute with a personal touch - What John O'Shea brings to Ireland

Stephen Kenny’s latest coaching appointment bridges the gap between established players and the emerging crop in the squad.

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Feb 26th 2023, 8:00 AM

# misfortune

Aaron Connolly's hopes of imminent Ireland return suffer blow

The Galway native is set to be out for a month with an injury.

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Feb 19th 2023, 6:25 PM

# graduation

How Stephen Kenny’s protégé became a master in his own right

A look at the rise of Ruaidhrí Higgins, from dejection as a teenager at Coventry to his current status as one of the top managers in Ireland.

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Feb 12th 2023, 10:00 AM

# Update

Evan Ferguson avoids knee ligament damage but bruised bone keeps Brighton on alert

Hopes now grow that the Brighton teenager will return in time to be available for Ireland’s opening Euro 2024 qualifier.

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Feb 1st 2023, 5:30 PM

# dreams

The Irishman aiming for a Hollywood ending in Wales

Thomas O’Connor will be hoping to inspire Wrexham to another memorable cup upset on Sunday.

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Jan 28th 2023, 10:00 AM

# Feature

Footballers’ lives: A glimpse into the struggle, fortune and enduring beauty of the game

The42 spends a weekend in the north-west of England with an array of Irish football people, including Stephen Kenny, John O’Shea and the great hope Nathan Collins.

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Jan 24th 2023, 7:57 PM

# Talks

Ireland chief scout Stephen Rice in frame for Swindon Town job

The League Two side will hold talks with the 38-year-old as boss Stephen Kenny faces prospect of losing valued staff member.

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Jan 17th 2023, 1:05 PM

# CHALLENGE AHEAD

Ireland remain prisoners to fortune as they bid for a brighter year

France visit Dublin in March for the start of a Euro 2024 qualifying campaign that could be career-defining for Stephen Kenny.

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Jan 2nd 2023, 8:00 AM

Last year

2022

# Mixed Fortunes

Ireland move up in latest Fifa rankings, Argentina fail to displace rivals

Brazil remain top despite their recent quarter-final loss to Croatia.

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Dec 22nd 2022, 4:47 PM

# Ready to go

Latvia confirmed as Ireland's first opponents of 2023

The game will serve as important preparation for Stephen Kenny’s men’s European Championship qualification campaign.

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Dec 21st 2022, 3:08 PM

# Review

Kenny's Ireland don't need to look far for inspiration after largely forgettable 12 months

It’s been a mixed year for the Irish team.

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Nov 27th 2022, 7:00 AM

# Landmark

History as Republic of Ireland cap first Belfast-born player since 1946

Bristol City’s Mark Sykes came off the bench late on in the win over Malta.

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Nov 21st 2022, 7:30 AM

# Opinion

Player ratings: How the Boys in Green fared against Malta

Jamie McGrath and Callum O’Dowda were among the bright sparks on a night that won’t live long in the memory.

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Nov 20th 2022, 9:59 PM

# Reaction

'It wasn't a classic, we know that, and we know there is room for improvement'

Ireland manager Stephen Kenny praises his side for overcoming tough conditions and keeping clean sheet.

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Nov 20th 2022, 9:59 PM

# Report

Underwhelming end to Ireland's 2022 as Robinson secures victory over Malta

This 1-0 win will be quickly forgotten as manager Stephen Kenny builds towards European Championship qualifiers next March.

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Nov 20th 2022, 9:01 PM

# fresh faces

Stephen Kenny makes five changes as Ireland bid to end 2022 on a high against Malta

Caoimhín Kelleher replaces Gavin Bazunu in goal, while captain Seamus Coleman is reinstated as James McClean also closes in on 100th cap.

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Nov 20th 2022, 6:08 PM