Staunton given civic reception on homecoming

Ireland's captain during the World Cup was given a civic reception in his home town of Dundalk last night.

Ireland's captain during the World Cup was given a civic reception in his home town of Dundalk last night.

Retired Republic of Ireland defender Steve Staunton was greeted by hundreds of people who came out on the town to welcome him home.

Staunton, who earned over 100 caps in the green jersey, retired from international football after Ireland's defeat to Spain last Sunday.

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