FAI confident winning Euro 2028 bid will bring automatic qualification  

While all eyes are on the punishing draw Stephen Kenny’s side have been handed to reach Euro 2024, they’re unlikely to be involved in qualification next time around

SCHEDULING ISSUES: Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny has hit out at how the final round of fixtures have been arranged. Pic: INPHO/Morgan Treacy

FAI officials are confident that a successful Euro 2028 hosting bid will lead to automatic qualification for Ireland, without kicking a ball.

While all eyes this week are on the punishing draw Stephen Kenny’s side have been handed to reach Euro 2024 in Germany, they’re unlikely to be involved in qualification for the next version.