International Football 2016/17: 5 players who impressed in the September international break

4) Robbie Keane

Robbie Keane bid farewell to Ireland against Oman

After 18 years of leading the line for Irish football, Robbie Keane bid farewell to his nation’s side in the most perfect manner possible. A Round of 16 loss to France in Euro 2016 would have been a bittersweet way for Keane to say his goodbyes, especially after such a stellar career with the Green and White Army.

Thus, the friendly against Oman would have to serve as Robbie’s final farewell. A pre-match compilation of his best moments in an Irish shirt left burly, full-grown Irish lads in the crowd bawling their eyes out, as Keane received a hero’s welcome.

And then Keane did what he does best. Score.

It was typical Robbie Keane – a quickfire volley that was followed up with his trademark cartwheel-guns celebration, to take his tally to a record 68 international goals, equalling Gerd Mullers record. The night was capped off with a standing ovation as he was subbed off in the 56^th minute. Take a bow, son.

What an ovation for Robbie Keane as he leaves the pitch for the final time in a green jersey! #ThanksRobbie https://t.co/sBVvc8hA3Y

— eir Sport (@eirSport) August 31, 2016