{
  "id": 19213807,
  "title": "Waterford managers vows to 'deliver silverware'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/waterford-managers-vows-to-deliver-silverware",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-09T20:37:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTE News",
    "slug": "rte-news",
    "url": "https://www.rte.ie/news/munster/2026/1109/1598603-waterford-homecoming/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Waterford FC manager Graham Coughlan has assured that his team will bring silverware back to the club within the next two years. A crowd of around 1,500 supporters greeted the team upon their return to the RSC following their FAI Cup final loss to Derry City. Addressing the fans, Mr Coughlan expressed confidence in his team's ability to achieve success in the upcoming 12 or 24 months. He emphasized the importance of the fans' support, stating, \"We apologise we couldn't bring the cup back to you, but it's this group's mission.\" The team's mindset, mentality, and work ethic are key factors in their determination to deliver silverware.\n\nCoughlan, who took over the club in May and improved the season, praised the players for their exceptional work. He told the supporters, \"They are an unbelievable group of lads. Be so proud of them because they are an unbelievable group of lads.\" Captain Pádraig Amond echoed this sentiment, describing the fan support as \"unbelievable.\" He added, \"Yesterday at The Aviva, walking out and seeing that sea of blue was something special. We're so sorry we couldn't bring the trophy back here, but we gave everything we could. And look, in time, we will look back on the season and realize what we've done and how special it is.\" Amond commended the entire team and management for their efforts, expressing gratitude and excitement for the future, stating, \"In February in the RSC, we can't wait to see you again.\"",
  "summary": "Waterford FC manager Graham Coughlan has vowed that his team will deliver silverware to the club within the next two years.",
  "key_points": [
    "Waterford FC manager Graham Coughlan vows to bring silverware back in 2 years.",
    "1,500 fans greeted team upon return from FAI Cup final loss.",
    "Coughlan praises players' work ethic and confidence in achieving success."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}