Hallgrimsson, who added he’s a “sore loser”, mentioned he felt higher concerning the organisation of his aspect within the first half in opposition to Greece, in comparison with the primary 90 minutes of his reign in opposition to England.
He added that the Republic have been “punished” for not taking their possibilities earlier than Ioannidis’ excellent opener early within the first half.
“That occurs to groups who’re missing confidence. It is the main points in resolution making, and so forth,” mentioned the 57-year-old.
“Greece are a group who’re tough to play in opposition to when they’re one objective forward.
“It was powerful after we conceded the primary objective as a result of I assumed we performed fairly properly till then. The primary half was good within the eyes of organisation and compactness.
“We did not give them possibilities and had actually good choices after we have been going ahead.”
With fixtures away to Finland and Greece to come back in October, Hallgrimsson mentioned he wanted to discover a swift resolution to the problems dealing with the Irish.
“The answer is to search out these connections and the understanding between the gamers,” he mentioned.
“My job is to show this round – no one instructed me it was going to be a simple job.
“I do know it’ll take time however I really feel that step one is optimistic. Despite the fact that we misplaced the 2 video games I really feel that step one is optimistic.”
