NEWS · 05 Oct 2026
Ireland coach Hallgrimsson delighted as tough window ends
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson said he is delighted the most trying of international windows has ended. He hopes no other national team will face the challenges Ireland endured over the last two weeks.
Heimir Hallgrimsson, the Republic of Ireland manager, expressed relief that the most trying of international windows has finally concluded.
He described the past fortnight as a period of significant strain for the team, with demanding fixtures and tight schedules.
Hallgrimsson stated that he is delighted the window is over and hopes that no other national team will have to endure what Ireland has gone through.
His comments come as the Irish side look ahead to the next phase of their campaign, focusing on recovery and preparation.
The manager’s message underscores the resilience of the squad and the importance of learning from this challenging experience.