Mick McCarthy hails ‘street footballer’ Robbie Keane’s love of the game

"He was a joy to manage."

Mick McCarthy described Robbie Keane as a "street" player who loved the game after the Republic of Ireland captain announced his international retirement.

Keane was handed his senior debut by McCarthy against the Czech Republic in March 1998, wearing the shirt for the first time as a 17-year-old.