There's no denying it football fans, Martin O'Neill's side are up the proverbial without a paddle...with a hole in the boat, and piranhas everywhere.
After a string of uninspiring performances, many are looking for the Derry man to step down, and asking questions of FAI chief John Delaney. But there's no need for doubt, as we found out on this morning's Liveline Special.
Joe Duffy hosts a one-off FAI edition of his show, to get a feel for what the Irish public think about it all. And it's crushing people's spirits.
John Delaney then phones in to reassure us that he has a master plan. His "longterm strategy" involves losing on purpose. Yeah, says it all really.
Finally, to try an get this big, green, runaway train back on track, some former managers offer their advice. Steve Staunton has the last laugh....
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