Troy Parrott shakes hands with Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny after being substituted during the international friendly against Andorra. Photo: SportsfileStephen Kenny feels that a difficult first season in the Ireland job will stand to the team in the long run. With the exception of Shamrock Rovers midfielder Danny Mandroiu, Kenny's Ireland squad will go on their summer break after tomorrow's friendly in Hungary. Ireland suffered Euros heartache in October and a nightmare start to their World Cup campaign in March, with losses to Serbia and Luxembourg. But Kenny feels the lessons of the games and the transition in the squad will pay off over time.

Source: Irish Independent June 07, 2021 11:15 UTC