It's pointless asking Roy to return - McCarthy

Mick McCarthy insists there is ‘‘no point’’ in asking Roy Keane to consider a Republic of Ireland return.

Thu, 08 Aug, 2002 - 08:07

Mick McCarthy insists there is ‘‘no point’’ in asking Roy Keane to consider a Republic of Ireland return.

The Manchester United midfielder was sent home from the World Cup in disgrace after a blazing row with boss McCarthy and insisted he would never play for him again.

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.

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Jack Moylan speaks to the media 14/5/2026 Brian Barry-Murphy excited by what match-winner Jack Moylan brings to Cardiff
West Ham United v Portsmouth - Carabao Cup - First Round - London Stadium Controversial Sullivan attends West Ham cup tie despite advice to stay away
Argentina v France: Final - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Father of Lionel Messi dies in Argentina after long illness aged 68
CourtsSoccerHeathrowPlace: ofPlace: FinlandPlace: HelsinkiPlace: Pacific island ofPlace: OrientPlace: MoscowPerson: RoyPerson: McCarthyPerson: Mick McCarthyPerson: Roy KeanePerson: KeanePerson: Niall QuinnPerson: Steve StauntonPerson: Alan KellyPerson: Steven ReidPerson: Clinton MorrisonPerson: Andy O’BrienPerson: John O’SheaEvent: World CupEvent: European championshipOrganisation: Manchester UnitedOrganisation: RepublicOrganisation: UnitedOrganisation: Football Association of IrelandOrganisation: RussiaOrganisation: SwitzerlandOrganisation: AlbaniaOrganisation: MillwallOrganisation: BirminghamOrganisation: Newcastle
<p>THREE IN TWO: Killian Phillips was on target again to keep St Mirren on top of the William Hill Premiership for a second Saturday night.</p>

Craig McLeish: I’ll get Killian Phillips the best move he can possibly get

READ NOW

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.

Latest

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.

Most Read

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

© Examiner Echo Group Limited