Carla Ward: Equal pay for Ireland women’s manager should be considered

The Ireland manager is in constant dialogue with FAI CEO David Courell about resources for the women's team. “Am I happy? Yes," said Ward. "Am I happy with everything? No. Things can always be better."

Carla Ward is relieved that Denise O'Sullivan has shaken off a knee injury to be available for Ireland's tie with Belgium. Pic: ©INPHO/Morgan Treacy

Ireland women’s manager Carla Ward believes equal pay for international managers should be considered, fresh from her predecessor Eileen Gleeson lodging a landmark case for parity.

The FAI intend to vigorously defend a civil action taken by Gleeson, who remains within their employment in a newly-created role as head of football strategic insights and planning.