Conroy new FAI welfare officer

FORMER Stoke stalwart and Irish international Terry Conroy has been appointed as the new welfare officer for young Irish footballers in Britain.

The appointment was announced by Foreign Affairs Minister Micheal Martin and FAI chief executive John Delaney, with funding for the post to be shared between the department and association.

Conroy will play a critical role in ensuring the welfare needs of these young Irish footballers are met by providing guidance and support to them and their parents.