'We’re too derogatory towards these Ireland players' - O'Shea pleads for backing amid slump

Heimir Hallgrimsson last week highlighted the need to “stop the bleeding”, overhauling his squad with six changes between windows in a bid to chase that elusive win.

PLAYERS BACKING: Assistant Manager John O'Shea insists players should be supported for their efforts to lift the side out of their current malaise. Picture: ©INPHO/Ryan Byrne

John O’Shea insists Ireland’s players should be better supported in their efforts to lift the team from its current malaise.

Ireland lost both of last month’s home opening Nations League fixtures 2-0 against England and Greece – whom they meet in the rematch on Sunday – placing them in danger of relegation to League C.