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Steve Coogan Explores McCarthy-Keane Clash in World Cup Drama

1/5/2026

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Steve Coogan, the actor, stars as Mick McCarthy in Saipan, about the fallout with Roy Keane during the 2002 World Cup.
The film contrasts McCarthy's pragmatic approach with Roy Keane's competitive spirit.
It dramatizes their heated exchanges and the Irish team's advancement to the final 16 despite Keane's absence.
Coogan says the work explores communication breakdowns and Irish identity, offering a balanced portrayal.

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Story summary

Steve Coogan, the actor, stars as Mick McCarthy in Saipan, about the fallout with Roy Keane during the 2002 World Cup.
The film contrasts McCarthy's pragmatic approach with Roy Keane's competitive spirit.
It dramatizes their heated exchanges and the Irish team's advancement to the final 16 despite Keane's absence.
Coogan says the work explores communication breakdowns and Irish identity, offering a balanced portrayal.