Geoff Shreeves

And he's always worth listening to.

Welcome back to the Football Show.

This morning we're in the company of Gary Neville and Graeme Souness.

I'm delighted to say now that we are joined by Mick McCarthy, the former Republic of Ireland manager.

Mick, a very good morning to you.

Good morning, Geoff.

Morning, guys.

How are you doing?

Morning, Mick.

Morning, Mick.

We're all good, Mick.

First of all, let's start there.

Let's start with the Republic of Ireland.

How do you reflect...

on what you did there, leading them to the playoffs, and then subsequently leaving in the manner that you did.

What are your thoughts?

981 games in charge.

How much is the lure of taking charge of 1,000 games, which would be a hugely prestigious landmark, how much is that part of the attraction of returning to the game?

As well as a distinguished managerial career, over 600 appearances as an uncompromising centre-half, over 50 appearances for your country as well.

So I assumed we would have loads of VT to introduce you to.