Delaney says Ireland’s call comes down to the players

Chief executive John Delaney has dismissed claims from Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill that the FAI have “moral issues” to address over the pursuit of players born in the North.

Delaney says Ireland’s call comes down to the players

Last week O’Neill questioned the wisdom of players from Northern Ireland declaring for the Republic, arguing the likes of James McClean and Darron Gibson would have won far more caps with his side.

Delaney, however, insists the decision is simply one for each player.

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