Charlton backs Atkinson to replace Staunton

JACK CHARLTON, the man who first led Ireland to a European Championship finals and two World Cup finals, believes Ron Atkinson should replace Steve Staunton as Republic of Ireland manager.

Said Charlton: “Ron has all the necessary experience at every level from his time at Manchester United and Aston Villa.

‘‘He is a very bright man and knows his football inside out. Big Ron would relish the challenge of managing Ireland.