'Sometimes you need a b*****d in your team': Heimir Hallgrimsson says Ireland are a 'bit too nice'

SEARCHING FOR A SPECIALIST: Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrímsson. Pic: Bryan Keane/Inpho

Heimir Hallgrimsson has declared his intention to add steel to the Ireland team, revealing he’s seeking a “bastard” in his side to ditch the niceness.

In his first fans’ forum since being appointed on July 10, held at Lansdowne Road, the Icelander set out his stall for his tenure, kicking off with a double-header at the same venue against England and Greece on September 7 and 10.