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# Bulgaria

Last month
February 2023
# refugee crisis
Seven people detained after 18 found dead in abandoned truck in Bulgaria
Some survivors are being treated for carbon monoxide poisoning after having inhaled exhaust pipe gases.
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Last year
2022
# Detained
'I should be on a flight home tonight': Shamrock Rovers fan released from Bulgarian jail
Daniel Fulham was detained after Rovers’ match on Tuesday.
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Jul 21st 2022, 2:30 PM
# European Union
North Macedonian parliament approves deal to set EU bid in motion
Opposition MPs left the chamber in protest.
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Jul 16th 2022, 4:25 PM
# covid-19 protest
Anti-restrictions protesters try to storm Bulgarian parliament
A heavy police presence prevented protesters from entering the building in Sofia.
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Jan 12th 2022, 5:51 PM
All time
# Bosnek
At least 46 people killed after tourist bus catches fire in Bulgaria
There were no other vehicles involved in the accident.
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Nov 23rd 2021, 10:55 AM
# losing out
Northern Ireland suffer second-half collapse to lose in Bulgaria
Conor Washington had given the visitors a half-time lead.
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Oct 12th 2021, 10:03 PM
# clean slate
Northern Ireland try to move on after controversial defeat to Switzerland
Ian Baraclough’s side are unlikely to qualify for next year’s World Cup after they lost on Saturday.
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Oct 11th 2021, 5:53 PM
# off the beaten track
Graham Carey scores and delivers man-of-the-match display in Bulgaria's 'Eternal derby'
The Dubliner helped CSKA Sofia overcome local rivals Levski.
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Sep 27th 2021, 6:16 PM
# All Square
Italy make underwhelming return from Euro triumph with draw against Bulgaria
The Azzurri could only manage a 1-1 result in their World Cup qualifier.
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Sep 2nd 2021, 11:29 PM
# Ian Baraclough
Northern Ireland boss laments draw after dominant display as World Cup hopes fade
A goalless draw at home to Bulgaria has left their qualification dreams in peril.
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Apr 1st 2021, 10:52 AM
# podium places
Team Ireland duo secure bronze medals at least on mixed day in Bulgaria
Aoife O’Rourke and Brendan Irvine march on, while there was disappointment and frustration for Michaela Walsh.
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Feb 25th 2021, 8:09 PM
# another bad night
Ireland's miserable run continues with goalless draw against Bulgaria
Ireland avoided relegation with a point in Dublin, but will be third seeds in the World Cup qualifiers and now haven’t scored in 11 hours of football.
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Nov 18th 2020, 9:49 PM
# Team news
Full debuts for Manning and Knight as Irish team to face Bulgaria is named
Troy Parrott and the Shamrock Rovers trio of Jack Byrne, Graham Burke and Aaron McEneff are on the bench.
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Nov 18th 2020, 6:27 PM
# matchday
O'Dowda out, four late call-ups in, as Ireland squad to face Bulgaria is finalised
The Aviva Stadium hosts tonight’s Nations League clash.
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Nov 18th 2020, 2:39 PM
# Preview
'I don't think you can make any realistic assessment' - Kenny's turbulent start reaches its end against Bulgaria
The new manager’s Nations League campaign has been hopelessly undermined by injury and Covid-19.
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Nov 18th 2020, 7:00 AM
# Honest
'I’ve had a family issue with Covid' - Hourihane gives frank insight into players' mindset amid pandemic
The Aston Villa midfielder gave a honest assessment of the challenges and dilemmas of playing international football ahead of tomorrow’s game with Bulgaria.
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Nov 17th 2020, 11:00 PM
# State of Play
Wales win in Bulgaria to reclaim top spot in Ireland's Nations League group
The defeat for the Bulgarians is a boost to Stephen Kenny’s side’s hopes of avoiding relegation.
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Oct 14th 2020, 10:23 PM
# the old reliable
Late Duffy header spares Kenny a debut defeat in Bulgaria
The defender’s towering header secured a 1-1 draw for Ireland in Sofia tonight.
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Sep 3rd 2020, 9:49 PM
# COYBIG
O'Shea misses out as Ireland's matchday squad for Bulgaria is confirmed
West Bromwich Albion defender Dara O’Shea misses out for this evening’s game in Sofia.
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Sep 3rd 2020, 11:33 AM
# Preview
Time for the talking to stop as Stephen Kenny and Ireland finally begin a new era in Sofia
The long, long wait for Kenny’s first game in charge comes to an end in the Uefa Nations League tonight.
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Sep 3rd 2020, 9:12 AM
# Final Preparations
Kenny yet to settle on his first Irish team as he reports a clean bill of health in Sofia
The new Irish manager has a few final preparations planned before he finally gets his reign underway against Bulgaria tomorrow night.
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Sep 2nd 2020, 12:28 PM
# debunked
Debunked: No, this is not a picture of Bulgarian workers outside a supermarket in Dublin this week
The photo has been widely shared on social media and messaging services.
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Apr 17th 2020, 6:48 PM
# crime rings
Border crime: Republican and loyalist smuggling gangs 'crippling haulage sector'
Dissidents and loyalists are using the same routes to smuggle goods.
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Nov 16th 2019, 12:05 AM
# Smuggling
Gardaí probe Bulgarian smuggling routes after CAB raids in Monaghan
Yesterday’s searches were carried on foot of district court warrants.
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Nov 8th 2019, 6:10 AM
# Punishment
Bulgaria to play behind closed doors following racist abuse in defeat to England
The Bulgarian Football Union has also been fined €75,000 for the racist behaviour of fans during the game.
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Oct 29th 2019, 4:27 PM
# standing down
Bulgaria head coach resigns after racism row at England match
Krasimir Balakov initially said he did not hear abuse directed at the England players.
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Oct 18th 2019, 5:23 PM
# call for action
Bulgaria legend Stoichkov breaks down in tears due to racist chants aimed at England players
Hristo Stoichkov has suggested ‘heavier punishments’ than stadium closures might be needed in Bulgaria.
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Oct 16th 2019, 5:45 PM
# Kick it out
Fifa president calls for stronger fight against racism as Southgate hails his side's reaction to abuse in Bulgaria
‘Join us and think together of new, stronger and more effective ways to eradicate racism in football,’ Gianna Infantino said.
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Oct 16th 2019, 8:39 AM
# Claim
England overreacted a bit, says Bulgaria goalkeeper amid racism storm
Racist abuse aimed towards Three Lions players has received widespread condemnation.
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Oct 15th 2019, 8:45 PM
# Qualifier
England smash six past Bulgaria but racist chants sees play stopped twice in Sofia
Racist chants overshadowed proceedings on the pitch in Sofia on Monday night.
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Oct 14th 2019, 10:02 PM
# Racism
England match halted as Bulgaria fans warned for racist behaviour
The Three Lions’ Euro qualifier was stopped twice after abuse was registered from the stands.
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Oct 14th 2019, 8:40 PM
# tensions
Southgate: English football must solve its own racism issues
The Bulgarian FA chief was upset with remarks made by the England camp but Southgate has tried to defuse to the situation.
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Oct 10th 2019, 9:38 PM
# Dispute
'Groundless, inappropriate and unnecessary' - Bulgarian Football Union hits back at Southgate
The manager said England’s players are already preparing for racist abuse in Sofia.
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Sep 14th 2019, 11:19 AM
# debutant
'There was loads of tears. You hear the crowd and think: Jesus Christ, I'm actually in this situation'
Jack Byrne reflects on making his first senior international appearance for Ireland last night.
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Sep 11th 2019, 7:48 PM
# the byrne supremacy
Mick McCarthy: 'Jack Byrne lit the place up, to be fair'
The Rovers midfielder made his senior international debut in tonight’s 3-1 win over Bulgaria.
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Sep 10th 2019, 11:18 PM
# Friendly
Fresh faces make the difference as Ireland eventually see off Bulgaria
Goals from Alan Browne, Kevin Long and James Collins gave McCarthy’s side a deserved win.
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Sep 10th 2019, 9:47 PM
AS IT HAPPENED
Ireland v Bulgaria, International friendly
We went minute-by-minute as Mick McCarthy’s men welcomed Bulgaria to the Aviva Stadium.
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Sep 10th 2019, 8:45 PM
# Starting XI
McCarthy rings the changes as he names Irish team to face Bulgaria
Only Conor Hourihane keeps his place as Mark Travers and Josh Cullen make their debuts.
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Sep 10th 2019, 6:20 PM
# Boxing
Dublin boxer Niamh Fay crowned European Youth champion with gold medal in Bulgaria
The Swords BC fighter secured Ireland’s fourth medal in Sofia on Tuesday.
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Sep 10th 2019, 4:04 PM
# three of the best
Harry Kane hat-trick helps England ease past Bulgaria and maintain perfect start
The England captain’s three goals helped England make it three wins from three in Euro 2020 qualifying.
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Sep 7th 2019, 7:15 PM
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