Seamus Coleman: ‘To play 40 games for Ireland is a great honour’

“If you are selected tomorrow night...” a journalist tactfully began his question to Seamus Coleman yesterday, only for Martin O’Neill to interrupt with immediate confirmation that the Everton man would indeed be in his team for tonight’s Georgia game.

Seamus Coleman: ‘To play 40 games for Ireland is a great honour’

The manager rarely reveals any selection decisions ahead of games but, of course, it was hardly a bombshell to learn that his new captain would be leading out the Irish team tonight for what will his 40th appearance for his country.

“To play 40 games for Ireland is a great honour,” said Coleman.

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