Rotherham United striker Ogbene made history as the Cork-raised forward became the first player born in Africa to win a senior cap for Ireland. Ireland manager Stephen Kenny says it was "incomprehensible" that Hungary fans booed his players over their stance. Expand Close 8 June 2021; Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny with Chiedozie Ogbene following the international friendly match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Szusza Ferenc Stadion in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Alex Nicodim/Sportsfile / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp 8 June 2021; Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny with Chiedozie Ogbene following the international friendly match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Szusza Ferenc Stadion in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Alex Nicodim/Sportsfile"The fact it was booed is incomprehensible really and it must be damaging for Hungary, with the Euros in Hungary.

Source: Irish Independent June 08, 2021 20:35 UTC