Finnan backs Stan lead Ireland into World Cup
Steve Finnan believes national manager Steve Staunton deserves to lead the Republic of Ireland into next year's World Cup qualifiers.
Staunton has endured a bumpy ride during his 21 months in charge, and at various stages there have been no shortage of calls for the 38-year-old to be replaced.
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