The thrilling story of the infamous confrontation between iconic Republic of Ireland football captain Roy Keane (Éanna Hardwicke) and his national team manager Mick McCarthy (Steve Coogan) during the Irish team’s preparations for the 2002 FIFA World Cup.

The intense rivalry between these two personalities transcended the game, gripping an entire nation and the sporting world as a whole. On the surface, the feud was all about standards, but deep down it was an incredible story of two men whose rivalry and contempt surpassed the sport they loved. This is the definitive account of one of the most fractious fallings-out in the history of sport.

Q&A: The 17.30 screening on Sunday 1 February will be followed by an in person Q&A with Saipan writer Paul Fraser, hosted by legendary writer and director Shane Meadows.

Director Lisa Barros D'Sa, Glenn Leyburn
Year 2026
Duration 1h 30m
Language English
Cast Éanna Hardwicke, Steve Coogan, Alice Lowe