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FAI decides to part ways with Vera Pauw

Republican of Ireland manager’s four year reign came to an end late Tuesday evening

Vera Pauw: 60-year old Dutch woman is one of only three managers to lead an Irish team to a World Cup tournament. Picture: Getty

Vera Pauw’s four year reign as Republican of Ireland manager has come to an end.

In a statement late Tuesday evening, the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) said it had decided not to renew the 60-year-old Dutch woman’s contract, which is due to expire at the end of this month.

The FAI board met on Tuesday to discuss a full report on the team's World Cup qualification campaign and tournament, resulting in the decision to ...