Keane: I’ve dreaded this day

Robbie Keane has said that though it has been an emotional and surreal week, the time is right for his impending international retirement.

After 145 caps and 67 goals for the Republic of Ireland, this Wednesday will see Keane play the final match of his international career against Oman at the age of 36. 

Keane announced last Thursday that he would be retiring and during an FAI press conference on Monday, he thanked the Irish supporters and reminisced about some of the key moments of his Republic of Ireland career.

“It’s been an emotional week. It’s been surreal. I’ve dreaded this day for a long time [but] it’s the right time for me,” said Keane.

“To the fans, it’s been an incredible journey and something I’ll never forget. Wednesday night will be very emotional.

“The defining moment of my career was being given the Ireland captain’s …

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