Shay Given: FAI could've handled John O'Shea situation better

O'Shea will continue as the Republic of Ireland's interim manager for the upcoming friendlies in June.

HANDLED BETTER: Shay Given believes the FAI’s handling of John O’Shea’s interim spell in charge of the Republic of Ireland has not been ideal. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Shay Given believes the FAI’s handling of John O’Shea’s interim spell in charge of the Republic of Ireland has not been ideal and hopes his former international teammate has received some assurances on what the future holds for the men’s senior side.

O’Shea was initially given the Ireland reins on a temporary basis in February for their home friendlies against Belgium and Switzerland in March while the FAI prepared to announce Stephen Kenny’s permanent successor in April.