An upcoming Irish film 'Saipan' will dramatize the infamous fallout between former Ireland soccer manager Mick McCarthy and captain Roy Keane before the 2002 FIFA World Cup in Japan, known as the 'Saipan incident.'
The film will re-enact the dramatic events leading up to the World Cup, including the public quarrel between Keane and McCarthy over training conditions, strategy, and travel arrangements while preparing on the island of Saipan, leading to Keane's dismissal from the team.
Steve Coogan will play Mick McCarthy, and Éanna Hardwicke will portray Roy Keane in the film.
After Keane's departure, Ireland finished second in their group but were eliminated in the round of 16 by Spain.
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