Is Stephen Kenny’s four-year plan on same page as the FAI?

Some FAI directors were miffed at Kenny’s solo run, not the first time his media utterances have caused bewilderment in the boardroom

TALKING SHOP: Ireland manager Stephen Kenny, left, in conversation with coach Anthony Barry during yesterday’s squad training session at the Aviva Stadium. Picture: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Just when we thought Steve Staunton’s four-year plan was consigned to history, along comes Stephen Kenny to borrow the blueprint.

The difference between the two Stephens is that Stan’s grand vision was at least authorised by his employers.