Stephen Kenny: 'I would have wanted to do better than I have overall'

The Republic of Ireland manager admits it has been a difficult first year in charge but will continue to give youth its head as the season winds up in Hungary tomorrow

Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny 

Stephen Kenny believes that nurturing young Irish talent in the hothouse that is international football is a key part of his brief as Republic of Ireland manager – and he feels Ireland’s young attacking players are the ones showcasing the greatest potential.

Kenny has made great play of the fact that he has handed out 13 competitive debuts through his 12 games in charge  and the decision to give Troy Parrott a key role against Andorra last Thursday was another example of his trust in youth.