Ireland: 6 key questions ahead of Euro 2016

What do Ireland need to improve most?

Keeping and using the ball better. Four years ago Ireland’s average rates of possession (40%) and passing accuracy (58%) were the worst of any finalist at Euro 2012. In the recent qualifying campaign Ireland had lower rates (48% and 83%) than Sweden (52% and 85%), Belgium (62% and 90%) or Italy (56% and 90%). The price of wasting possession will be high.

Who will play at centre-back?