Hallgrimsson will watch from his office and hope ideal pots pan out
Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson. Photo: Michael P Ryan/Sportsfile
For a body with such clout and wealth, Fifa appear intent on testing the patience and credulity of anyone who cares, really cares, about the game of football.
On the eve of today’s draw for the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup finals, Fifa were practically breathless in excitement when naming the “legendary quintet” who would assist at the draw in Zurich: Fernando Llorente, Gianluca Zambrotta, Robert Pires, Ariane Hingst and Rachel Yankey.