FANS have all made the same joke after realising an interesting fact about the new Rep of Ireland gaffer.
The FAI made the surprise appointment this afternoon, after first getting approval from the Association’s board, with the Association stating that he was their No. 1 candidate.
ICELAND TOPPLE ENGLAND
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OTD in 2016, Iceland—population 300,000—came from a goal down to beat England 2-1 & make the Euro quarterfinals on debut.
Engineered by dentist manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, is this international football's greatest upset?pic.twitter.com/y6ao6KrzLg
The Icelandic gaffer was named boss in shock appointment following chaotic eight-month recruitment process by the asscociation.
And on news of the former Jamaica and Iceland bosses’ appointment, fans took to social media as some realised that the Hallgrímsson is actually a trained dentist.
Plenty took to X as they weighed in on the shock appointment with some hilarious comments.
One said: “Let’s hope watching the team isn’t like pulling teeth.”
Another posted: “He is only filling in.”
While a third commented: “Let’s hope he shows his teeth in the dressingroom.”
He is best known as being the man in charge during Iceland’s golden age as they reached the Euro 2016 quarterfinals, knocking out England, and then the 2018 World Cup.
The 57-year-old was overjoyed after news was made public of his appointment.
Hallgrimsson said: “It is an honour to be appointed Head Coach of the Ireland Senior Men’s National Team.
“Ireland is rightly a proud footballing nation which has consistently produced talented players and enjoyed many memorable moments at major international tournaments.
“We have a young and exciting team that has genuine potential.
“I am looking forward to working closely with the players to help coach and guide them towards improved performances and results ensuring we qualify and compete at major tournaments on a regular basis.
“We have important and exciting games coming up in the UEFA Nations League later this year and a massive FIFA World Cup qualification campaign coming up next year.
“Finally, I am also looking forward to getting to know the people of Ireland and in particular the wonderful fans of Irish football.
“It is my responsibility to coach, prepare and develop our team as best as possible to deliver results on the pitch and to make.”
The former Iceland and Jamaica manager takes charge of the Ireland, with his first game against England on September 7.
