FAI made major mistakes and disrespected me

Outgoing Republic of Ireland boss Vera Pauw has accused the Football Association of Ireland of making "major mistakes" during the World Cup.

"My advice - coming from my knowledge and experience - was often disregarded and not respected. In my opinion, no head coach in the world would accept interference of the executives in technical football affairs.The BBC has contacted the FAI to ask if the organisation would like to respond to anything that Pauw has said in her statement.

Several Irish players refused to publicly back her at the World Cup, and the build-up to their final group match with Nigeria was dominated by questions about her future. "At that time I asked Ciarán Medlar to assist me and the process duly began. The FAI also expressed their commitment to this outcome and worked with my representative to bring this to a conclusion. I requested that their decision, whatever that may be, would be finalised at the very latest before we went to Australia.

Her side exited at the group stage of the World Cup last month after a draw with Nigeria and defeats by Australia and Canada, while there were also allegations of a falling out between the manager and Irish captain Katie McCabe. "Indeed, some discussions were held with players and staff before and during the World Cup which undermined my position and had an impact on our teambuilding process. That is perhaps for another day.

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