Republic of Ireland boss Noel King says Donegal soccer star Seamus Coleman has what it takes to remain as captain of the national soccer side.
The Killybegs man was given the captain’s armband for last week’s vital game against Germany.
Coleman led by example with a gutsy display which saw him give everything despite his team being beaten 3-0.
Robbie Keane is the regular captain but he was injured for the clash against Germany.
But King says Coleman can be a different kind of captain and one which might suit the team going forward.
“Put it this way, when we were out on our feet against Germany and you see your man (Coleman) running up and down on the overlap, going flying past Glen Whelan – that’s an inspiration.
“Captains inspire and it doesn’t have to be by shouting. It can be by actions and Seamus is a good action man,” said King.
King added that if the Donegal man continues to improve, he can become one of the great full-backs in Irish footballing history.