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The fan who applied to manage Ireland - turkeydinner - 07-11-2014
http://www.theguardian.com/football/blog/2014/nov/06/fan-applied-republic-of-ireland-manager-fai-letter-martin-oneill
Well worth a read
When the Republic of Ireland needed to replace Giovanni Trapattoni, supporter Paddy O’Brien thought he had something unique to offer. Despite his revolutionary tactics and willingness to negotiate on wages, the FAI replied to turn him down