Gerry Smith has been appointed manager of the Republic of Ireland under-20 team.
The former Republic of Ireland Junior manager will lead the team through the World Youth Championships to be held in the United Arab Emirates in March.
Smith was appointed on the recommendation of senior manager Brian Kerr.
His appointment was ratified by the FAI Council last night.
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Smith has worked with a number of clubs including the AUL team. He has also been on the coaching staff at Shelbourne.
Ireland play Saudi Arabia, the Ivory Coast and Mexico in the group stages of the World Youth Championships.