Andy Reid: Give Stephen Kenny time to turn Ireland into serious contenders

Reid reckons the work being done by Kenny and coaches throughout all age groups in the FAI is cause for optimism

Tue, 19 Jan, 2021 - 14:03

David Sneyd

Andy Reid believes the Republic of Ireland will become serious challengers for World Cup qualification on a regular basis because of the calibre of young players emerging under the guidance of senior manager Stephen Kenny.

And while the Dubliner admits he is leaving his role as Under-18 head coach at the FAI with a heavy heart to take up the position of Nottingham Forest Under-23s' boss, Reid reckons the work being done by Kenny and coaches throughout all age groups in the FAI is cause for optimism.