Shane Long recalls moment he knew 'writing was on the wall' for his Ireland career 

The former Cork City striker spoke on how, from his perspective, he was being replaced by Cork native Idah. 

NUMBERS GAME: Ireland’s Shane Long and Jeff Hendrick react to a missed chance. Pic: ©INPHO/James Crombie

88-cap Republic of Ireland striker Shane Long has recalled the moment he knew his time in a green shirt was coming to an end. 

Under Stephen Kenny, a whole host of young strikers have been given their chance to stake a claim for a green shirt. Aaron Connolly, Troy Parrott, Michael Obafemi, Chiedozie Ogbene, Evan Ferguson and Adam Idah have all seen game time since Kenny took over.