John O'Shea praises Martin O'Neill for instilling Ireland with 'incredible spirit'

"I knew what to expect having worked under Martin’s management before but ever since he became involved in the Irish team we have been able to get these kind of results."

John O'Shea has lauded Martin O'Neill for the belief the manager has instilled in an Irish team that resurrected World Cup ambitions with the defeat of Wales in Cardiff, writes Brendan O'Brien.

The Republic's chances of making next summer's tournament in Russia appeared closer to none than slim after a string of poor results in 2017 but the strong finish to Group D has changed the narrative.