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FAI staff braced for redundancies and warned there's no budget for boots and runners

Voluntary redundancies discussed at FAI meeting, starting Q1 2025, prompted discontent due to surprise communication method.
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from Independent
4 weeks ago
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Daniel McDonnell: Thomas Tuchel's unlikely English mission will be influenced by Irish options that got away

Anthony Barry and Lee Carsley represent missed opportunities for the FAI, fulfilling roles elsewhere while their managerial capabilities remain underutilized.

The 33m worth of Irish defensive talent that's getting the cold shoulder in the Premier League

The lack of top-flight starts for Jake O'Brien and Andrew Omobamidele highlights deeper issues in Irish football.

Daniel McDonnell: Thomas Tuchel's unlikely English mission will be influenced by Irish options that got away

Anthony Barry and Lee Carsley represent missed opportunities for the FAI, fulfilling roles elsewhere while their managerial capabilities remain underutilized.

The 33m worth of Irish defensive talent that's getting the cold shoulder in the Premier League

The lack of top-flight starts for Jake O'Brien and Andrew Omobamidele highlights deeper issues in Irish football.
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#ceo-appointment

Interim FAI CEO David Courell to get job on permanent basis after filling in for six months since Jonathan Hill exit

Courell has been appointed as FAI's permanent CEO following a competitive selection process.

Daniel McDonnell: Budgets dominate every discussion ahead of a crucial fortnight for the FAI

Effective budget management will be crucial for the new FAI CEO's success.

Interim FAI CEO David Courell to get job on permanent basis after filling in for six months since Jonathan Hill exit

Courell has been appointed as FAI's permanent CEO following a competitive selection process.

Daniel McDonnell: Budgets dominate every discussion ahead of a crucial fortnight for the FAI

Effective budget management will be crucial for the new FAI CEO's success.
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'A missed opportunity' - FAI expect government answer on LOI academies by year end as Canham admits Brexit fund deadline error

The FAI missed the opportunity to secure Brexit Adjustment Reserve funding for academy support due to delays in submitting their proposal.

FAI receive 38 complaints in wake of 1990s abuse scandal as David Courell defends Hallgrimsson methods

The FAI's Raiseaconcern service has received 38 complaints, highlighting ongoing issues related to governance and serious allegations of abuse.

FAI AGM: President Paul Cooke praises bravery of female footballers who revealed allegations of abuse in 1990s

The FAI is dedicated to supporting female players and preventing past abuses through improved safeguarding policies.
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David Kelly: Recruiting Sarah Keane would allow FAI to breathe after depressing week on the pitch

The FAI faces challenges at the AGM following poor team performance under Hallgrimsson.

Collins backs O'Shea for Republic of Ireland job

Nathan Collins supports John O'Shea as permanent manager
Impressed by O'Shea and backroom team, Collins praises team performance

David Kelly: Recruiting Sarah Keane would allow FAI to breathe after depressing week on the pitch

The FAI faces challenges at the AGM following poor team performance under Hallgrimsson.

Collins backs O'Shea for Republic of Ireland job

Nathan Collins supports John O'Shea as permanent manager
Impressed by O'Shea and backroom team, Collins praises team performance
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Latvia accept FAI apology over translation error in U-21 programme

FAI apologizes for offensive translation mistakes in U-21 match programme; Latvian FA accepts apology and errors reviewed to prevent recurrence.
from Irish Independent
2 months ago

FAI accused of refusing workers right to bargain on wages and conditions amid new EU policy

The FAI must adhere to upcoming EU policy on collective bargaining as a publicly funded organization.

'We've got to make sure it is fair to them ... but also fair to every other sport' - Government addresses FAI funding

The FAI is seeking funding for domestic academies while emphasizing the need for fair allocation of resources among different sports in Ireland.

'Everything that's wrong in Irish grassroots football' - DDSL in Kennedy Cup row

The Dublin and District Schoolboys/girls league faces potential exclusion from prestigious football tournaments due to a dispute over association fees.

FAI 'getting closer' to naming new Republic boss

FAI is close to appointing a new Republic of Ireland manager
Key candidates include Lee Carsley, Neil Lennon, and Chris Hughton

Stephen Bradley calls out FAI over 'awful' hunt for new Ireland manager

Protracted search for Ireland's head coach criticized despite eventual appointment of Iceland's Hallgrimsson on a deal until 2026 World Cup campaign.
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