Vera Pauw: 'How can you defend yourself against a lie?'

The Ireland WNT manager again denies allegations that she was physically aggressive with players while in charge at Houston Dash.

DEFIANT: Manager Vera Pauw during a Republic of Ireland women press conference at Tallaght Stadium. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Vera Pauw has again denied allegations that she was physically aggressive with players while manager at Houston Dash, but the Republic of Ireland manager is resigned to the likelihood that the ongoing controversy will continue to follow her going forward.

Four Dash players and three staff members were quoted anonymously in a piece published this week by The Athletic with claims that the Dutchwoman was abusive and treated players inappropriately during her one season at the American club.