Stephen Kenny

Obafemi grateful that Kenny “had my back”

Michael Obafemi hopes to put his problems at Swansea City behind him upon his return from international duty but was grateful for the support of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny earlier this month. The Irish boss leapt to the defence of Obafemi after Russell Martin took the decision to leave him…
Thursday, 29 September 2022, 10:32

Martin hits back at Kenny: “Michael needs to earn the trust back”

Russell Martin says that Michael Obafemi needs to earn the trust back from his team-mates, his group of staff and the club after being unavailable for the past two fixtures. The Swansea manager was speaking ahead of the home game against Hull City and spoke at length about the situation…
Friday, 16 September 2022, 11:29

Ireland manager defends Obafemi against Martin

Republic of Ireland coach Stephen Kenny has waded into the debate about Michael Obafemi’s omission from first team football after his failed prospective move to Burnley. Obafemi has been out of the squad – yet sat amongst the substitutes on the bench against Sheffield United – since the draw at…
Thursday, 15 September 2022, 14:56