‘Could he give us the lotto tickets as well?’ – Alan Mahon dismisses Slovenia boss’ claims about Ireland tactics
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Head coach Carla Ward and assistant head coach Alan Mahon during an Ireland women's training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Alan Mahon has poured cold water on suggestions from Slovenia boss Sasa Kolman that he had anticipated every step of Ireland’s flawed tactical implosion in February’s 4-0 Koper defeat.
The former Ireland international midfielder watched agog as Carla Ward’s side were humbled by the Slovenians and her assistant has admitted that his side will listen to player feedback in the wake of the devastating reverse.