Martin O'Neill defiant amid growing Republic of Ireland frustration

• Draw in Denmark extended scoreless run to 397 minutes
• ‘Enthusiasm is everything – I have had it in abundance’

Republic of Ireland boss Martin O’Neill insists his enthusiasm has never waned as he turns his attention to the quest for Euro 2020 qualification.

The curtain fell on Ireland’s ill-fated Nations League campaign with a battling 0-0 draw in Denmark, three days after their relegation to League C had been confirmed. It came courtesy of a resilient defensive display, but one which lacked any real creativity as their run without a goal extended to 397 minutes of football at the end of a calendar year which saw them win only one of their nine games.

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