Heimir Hallgrímsson

Heimir Hallgrímsson

manager Iceland

Heimir Hallgrímsson is an Icelandic football manager and former player, currently overseeing the Republic of Ireland national team. He gained prominence for his role in leading Iceland to their historic quarterfinal run in the UEFA Euro 2016. Known for his tactical acumen and emphasis on player development, Hallgrímsson has sparked discussions regarding the domestic leagues and the pathways for players aspiring to represent the national side, recently facing criticism for suggesting that players should leave the League of Ireland for better chances at international caps.

Born on Jun 10, 1967 (57 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
5,604
Power
6$
Sentiment
5.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ireland 2 5.50 0.11% +0% 5,030,000 5,604 $5,100 6$
Totals 2 5,030,000 5,604 $5,100 6$
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Recent Mentions

Ireland Ireland: Heimir Hallgrímsson's decision not to attend the press conference was attributed to wanting his assistant to take credit from a successful international window. 6

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: John O’Shea puts faith in ‘leader’ Nathan Collins as he brushes off captain’s errors – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Adam Idah expressed his frustrations with Heimir Hallgrímsson for not starting either game against Bulgaria. 5

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Evan Ferguson happy to get back among the goals for Ireland – The Irish Times

Iceland Iceland: Heimir Hallgrímsson managed to keep his players in the Irish men's football team in the B division of the European Nations League after a victory over Bulgaria in Ireland tonight. 9

Morgunblaðið: Tókst hjá Heimi en ekki Íslandi

Ireland Ireland: Heimir Hallgrímsson is living up to his reputation as a specialist international manager who previously guided Iceland and Jamaica to major tournaments. 9

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Nations League playoff second leg – The Irish Times