Robbie Keane Q&A: ‘National team has been my second home’

Robbie Keane gives his opinions on...
Robbie Keane Q&A: ‘National team has been my second home’

Taking flak

“Listen, I have come to the realisation over playing for a number of years you can’t please everybody. But, at the same time, the same people after the games shake my hand and either want to get a photograph with me or ask me for an interview or want to speak to me after games. But that’s football. You are going to get criticised sometimes, but all I wanted to do was my best for the country, and I think I have done that. I have got no regrets whatsoever, but the outpouring of messages I received, it’s been incredible to be honest with you, and 67 goals in 145 caps — I think I did okay.”

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Clubber TV and Irish Examiner logos in offer banner

Every Match. Every Story.

One Ultimate Bundle

No obligation. Ts&Cs apply.

More in this section

Sport

Newsletter

Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited