Players still believe in Stephen Kenny, insists Keith Andrews

Ireland have sunk to a six-year low of 47 in Fifa’s rankings after an 11-game winless run under Stephen Kenny

Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny (right) and assistant manager Keith Andrews. Picture: Brian Lawless

Keith Andrews insists Ireland’s players retain belief in Stephen Kenny despite his poor start as manager.

Defeats to Serbia and Luxembourg in the opening World Cup qualifiers, followed by last Wednesday’s friendly draw against Qatar, extended his winless run to 11 matches. Ireland have sunk to a six-year low of 47 in Fifa’s rankings.