'They are where we want to be' - Kenny focused on Euros ahead of his first home game in charge

Stephen Kenny: "We want to start well and will be determined to try and do that. We'll have to earn it"

Stephen Kenny will challenge his Republic of Ireland players to be bolder in splitting open the Finnish defence at the Aviva Stadium tomorrow.

The Dubliner's first game in charge ended with a 1-1 draw away to Bulgaria on Thursday and, while he was thrilled with his side's application and instant adaptation to a more passing game, he has identified a need to be more assertive with the ball at their feet second time around.