Brian Kerr - Definition

Brian Kerr (born in Dublin, March 5, 1953) is the manager of the Republic of Ireland soccer team. He was appointed manager in February 2003, the successor to Mick McCarthy, who resigned in November 2003. Kerr previously coached the Irish youth teams with unprecedented success, winning both the U-16 and U-18 European Championships in 1998, while also guiding the U-19s to 3rd at the World Youth Championships.

Kerr has been hugely successful in taking the positive results and impressive performances of his underage sides with him to the Senior level. Despite failing to qualify for the 2004 European Championships, Kerr has helped Ireland regain some pride at International level, bringing former controversial captain Roy Keane back into the fold following his dismissal from the 2002 World Cup by Mick McCarthy.