Mystery still lingers over protracted FAI search for boss

'It was never our intention to mislead anyone,' says FAI director of football Marc Canham

IN THE HOUSE: Republic of Ireland unveil new manager Heimir Hallgrímsson at Aviva Stadium. Pic ©INPHO/Bryan Keane

Mixed messages were transmitted from the FAI about how they can justify their claim that new Ireland Heimir Hallgrímsson was first choice for the vacancy.

The nine-month wait to succeed Stephen Kenny ended on Wednesday afternoon when the Icelander was confirmed on a contract up until the end of the 2026 World Cup cycle.