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Euro 2016: Roy Keane sends Republic of Ireland coach sprawling as team prepare for Belgium clash

Goalkeeping coach Seamus McDonagh left flat on his back thanks to joker Keane as Irish gear up for Group match

ROY KEANE took time out from Republic of Ireland’s Euro 2016 preparations to turn team prankster – much to the expense of fellow coach Seamus McDonagh.

Manchester United legend Keane has a reputation for his no-nonsense approach to the game and expects the highest standards from players.

 Seamus McDonagh prepares to boot a ball upfield during Irish training
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Seamus McDonagh prepares to boot a ball upfield during Irish trainingCredit: PA
 McDonagh misses the ball completely thanks to Roy Keane prank
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McDonagh misses the ball completely thanks to Roy Keane prankCredit: PA

But the Irishman still has a naughty streak in him – as goalkeeping coach McDonagh discovered to his own expense.

The former Ireland keeper was all set to launch a kick upfield, only for Keane to seize his chance to turn joker.

 Keane walks away in laughter as Seamus McDonagh tried to climb back to his feet
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Keane walks away in laughter as Seamus McDonagh tried to climb back to his feetCredit: PA

 

The assistant manager rolled another ball into the one McDonagh was about to boot, and the 63-year-old missed his kick completely before landing flat on his back.

Ireland are finishing their preparations for tomorrow’s vital Group E clash with Belgium as Martin O’Neill’s side go looking for their first victory after a 1-1 opening game draw with Sweden.