O’Shea Declares ‘Closure’ After Czech Republic Heartbreak, Ireland Focus Shifts to Euro 2028
Republic of Ireland defender Dara O’Shea has urged his team to move on from their World Cup play-off defeat to the Czech Republic and focus on building towards Euro 2028. Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson is expected to field a largely unchanged side against North Macedonia in a friendly, with Millenic Alli receiving his first international call-up. The squad is aiming for a strong performance to maintain momentum and continue their positive trajectory.