FAI confirm Kenny departure after missing out on Euro 2024 spot

Stephen Kenny's stint in charge of the Republic of Ireland has come to an end, the Football Association of Ireland have announced.

The Boys in Green drew 1-1 with New Zealand during his final game in charge on Tuesday and the match reflected a poor period of transition for the national side.

Kenny, 52, failed to secure qualification for Euro 2024 — finishing fourth in their group below France, the Netherlands and Greece.

A statement from the FAI read: "The board agrees that now is the right time for change ahead of the friendly matches in March and June 2024 and the next Nations League campaign starting in September 2024."

FAI CEO Jonathan Hill said: "Over the period of his tenure, Stephen and his staff have worked tirelessly to create the right environment to support the development of our senior men's team, and we are hugely grateful for that considerable contribution. 

"Stephen has also overseen an important period of transition for our senior men's national team and has given debuts to a significant number of new and younger players and this will serve as a solid platform for whoever now takes this group of players forward."

Having impressed in charge of Dundalk and Bohemians — helping the former reach the Europa League group stages — Kenny was initially appointed Republic Under-21s boss in November 2018.

His appointment to the senior side was accelerated due to the global pandemic but he failed to win a place at the 2022 World Cup before enduring a disappointing qualifying campaign for the Euros.