Denise O'Sullivan has described Colin Healy as a "major loss" to the Republic of Ireland and questioned the FAI's decision to cut ties with the coach.
Healy served as Eileen Gleeson's assistant during her 15-month reign at the helm.
The former Celtic, Sunderland and Cork City man was extremely well regarded by the players, having a considerable influence in the dugout and in training.
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She tweeted, "When a coach of Colin Healy's calibre wants to stay involved I think it’s common sense to do whatever you can to keep him on."
"Major loss for the team. I’m disappointed to say the least"
