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​O'Neill and Keane leave Ireland roles

Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane have left their positions at the Republic of Ireland.

The manager and his assistant have resigned after a terrible run, where the team has only managed to win a single game in 11.

O'Neill did lead Ireland to Euro 2016, but it has been a steady decline since then.

They failed to win a single game and were relegated in the UEFA Nations League.

FAI chief executive John Delaney said: "I would like to thank Martin, Roy, and the management team for the impact that they had with the Ireland team.

"There have been many highlights during Martin's reign - none more so than Euro 2016 in France, which will live long in the memory of all Irish supporters.

"Martin did a great job guiding the team out of a difficult qualifying group - where we beat world champions Germany along the way - to reach Euro 2016 and advance to the last-16 following a historic victory over Italy in Lille.

"I wish Martin, and the management team, the very best for the future."

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