John Fallon: Chasm between international and domestic is Hallgrímsson's to bridge

The Ireland manager will finally face the questions Stephen Bradley (and others) have wanted answered. He must choose his words carefully

COMING OFF A BAD ONE: Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrímsson after defeat to England last time out. Pic: INPHO/Ryan Byrne

It would be abnormal if the football family – or any other group of relatives – evaded spats.

Nevertheless, the fact the most successful club in the country, Shamrock Rovers, are in open warfare with the Ireland senior team's manager ranks higher than a customary squabble.