International Career
Though being born in England, Hughton qualified to play for the Republic of Ireland through his mother. He won 53 caps for the Republic from 1979 to 1991. He was part of the nation's final squads for Euro 1988 — playing in all three matches — and the 1990 World Cup (where he did not play, Steve Staunton playing instead). Hughton was awarded a testimonial which was played on 29 May 1995 at Lansdowne Road. He also served as the national team's assistant manager under Brian Kerr, from February 2003 to October 2005.
Read more about this topic: Chris Hughton
Famous quotes containing the word career:
“In time your relatives will come to accept the idea that a career is as important to you as your family. Of course, in time the polar ice cap will melt.”
—Barbara Dale (b. 1940)