Mick McCarthy has been confirmed as Republic of Ireland manager with Robbie Keane forming part of his coaching team.
The Football Association of Ireland [FAI] turned to McCarthy after Martin O'Neill stepped down last week following a run of one win in 11 games.
He will be assisted by former Wolves boss Terry Connor and Ireland's record goalscorer Robbie Keane, who made his debut under McCarthy during the 59-year-old's first spell in charge.
A former Ireland captain who won 57 caps and played at Euro 1988 and the 1990 World Cup, McCarthy succeeded Jack Charlton as Irish manager in 1996.
After missing out on qualification for two major tournaments following play-off defeats to Belgium and Turkey, McCarthy led Ireland to the 2002 World Cup.
He has signed a two-year contract and will be succeeded by Stephen Kenny after the Euro 2020 finals. Kenny has left his post with Dundalk and take charge of the Ireland U21s.
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