Kerr blasts axe-wielding league chairmen

REPUBLIC of Ireland manager Brian Kerr spoke up for his eircom league counterparts yesterday, warning club chairmen to think twice before giving managers the chop.

Speaking at the launch of the 2005 eircom league season at Dublin Castle, Kerr said: "When results are not going well I would encourage chairmen to have a good look at yourselves as the one who appointed the manager, rather than having a go at him.

"And if you're thinking of taking out the hatchet unless you're going to use it for a bit of self-mutilation, leave it aside.