Heimir Hallgrimsson hoping Seamus Coleman will continue on to Euro 2028

Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland waves to supporters as he leaves the pitch. Pic: Ben McShane/Sportsfile

Heimir Hallgrimsson has expressed the hope that Seamus Coleman will stay on and feature for the Republic of Ireland at the ‘home’ European Championships in 2028 – and as a player rather than a coach.

And assistant manager John O’Shea has confirmed that he intends to sign a new contract to remain on with Heimir Hallgrimsson’s team in the wake of the recent World Cup qualifying campaign.