Heimir Hallgrimsson: 'We lacked confidence and collective decision making' against England

The new boss saw his Boys in Green side outclassed by the Three Lions.

THAT'S HIS JOB: Ireland's head coach Heimir Hallgrímsson with Roy Keane after the game. Pic: INPHO/Ryan Byrne

Heimir Hallgrimsson admitted Ireland were by far second best in Saturday’s chastening chase by England in their Uefa Nations League opener.

Declan Rice and Jack Grealish returned to haunt the country they previously represented and the gulf in class was evident as the 2-0 defeat may have flattered Ireland.