FAI ready to reward Hallgrímsson with new deal

The salary Heimir Hallgrimsson joined on, €650,000, will be increased and there’s also the incentive of a seven-figure bonus for staff should they steer the team to what would be a first World Cup in 24 years.

Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson had his victory speech for the game against Hungary prepared months in advance. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Heimir Hallgrímsson will be rewarded for his progress as Ireland manager with a contract extension until Euro 2028, an offer he’s amenable to accepting.

From a paltry start of one point from three games, Ireland lorded the second half of the World Cup campaign by claiming a maximum nine to pip Hungary for  the runners-up spot.