Carr retires as players back Kerr

STEPHEN CARR has announced his retirement from international football following the Republic of Ireland’s failure to qualify for next summer’s World Cup.

However the 29-year-old Newcastle right-back has urged the FAI to keep faith with manager Brian Kerr and give him a new contract, despite mounting speculation about his position.

“Brian has done a fantastic job and I sincerely hope he is allowed to continue as manager. I hope the FAI give him their full backing and a new contract because he deserves it.

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