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Last month

May 2023

# COYBIG

Matt Doherty features as Atletico overtake Real Madrid

The Irish international made a late appearance amid a comprehensive win.

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May 3rd 2023, 11:17 PM

This year

2023

# COYBIG

Biggest storyline? Ireland's chances? Our writers preview the Euro 2024 qualifiers

Ireland open against France tomorrow night.

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Mar 26th 2023, 6:00 AM

# COYBIG

What do you think of the new Ireland soccer jersey?

It will be worn for the first time in Wednesday’s friendly against Latvia.

14.6k

Mar 20th 2023, 3:50 PM

# Boost

Blackburn star in line for Ireland call-up after receiving international clearance

Sam Szmodics has impressed in the Championship this season.

32.3k

Updated

Mar 8th 2023, 5:02 PM

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Irish stars to the fore as two sides at the wrong end of table battle for draw

Chiedozie Ogbene was named player of the match while Ryan Manning registered an assist.

5.9k

Feb 27th 2023, 10:42 PM

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Ireland U21s drawn against Italy and Norway in European qualifying

Turkey, Latvia and San Marino will also face Ireland.

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Feb 2nd 2023, 9:04 AM

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Irish quintet feature as Derby go 14 games unbeaten

David McGoldrick was key to the Rams’ late comeback.

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Jan 24th 2023, 11:47 PM

Last year

2022

# COYBIG

Evan Ferguson and Will Smallbone called up to Ireland squad for Norway and Malta friendlies

No place for Ryan Manning and Conor Coventry in Stephen Kenny’s squad.

11.1k

Nov 10th 2022, 12:56 PM

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Irish international on target in Championship, ex-Shamrock Rovers star scores in League One

CJ Hamilton and Danny Mandroiu both found the net today.

6.1k

Oct 22nd 2022, 3:28 PM

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No change to Ireland Euro 2024 qualifying fixtures as Uefa confirm schedule

Uefa had last night told fan to disregard the fixtures an hour after publishing them.

7.8k

Oct 10th 2022, 9:28 AM

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Good night for Irish stars Hendrick and Robinson in Championship, disappointment for Egan

The Dubliner scored a brilliant goal to help Reading earn a point.

4.3k

Oct 4th 2022, 10:58 PM

# Analysis

How 23 seconds of apathy was catalyst for a fragile Ireland meltdown

Examining the build-up to a reckless two-minute spell that has raised yet more questions about this side.

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Sep 28th 2022, 2:46 PM

# CONFIRMED

Here are Ireland's potential opponents in the Euro 2024 qualifier draw

All of the seedings have been settled following last night’s culmination of the Nations League campaign.

38.2k

Sep 28th 2022, 12:00 PM

# Comeback Kid

Brady's redemption on a night of primal scream

A game that looked as though it had veered into severely troubling territory was rescued at the death by Robbie Brady.

5.7k

Sep 27th 2022, 10:26 PM

# close shave

Late Brady penalty spares Ireland humiliating draw with Armenia

Ireland blew a 2-0 lead but ultimately prevailed 3-2 at the Aviva Stadium.

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Sep 27th 2022, 9:52 PM

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Aaron Connolly included in Ireland U21 squad for European play-off

Connolly has not featured for the senior team since the 1-1 draw with Azerbaijan this time last year.

9.1k

Updated

Sep 15th 2022, 2:45 PM

# Announcement

Brady earns recall as Ireland squad named for Nations League double-header

The 30-year-old has rediscovered some form at Preston North End this season, while Andrew Omobamidele and Callum O’Dowda also return.

7.6k

Sep 15th 2022, 1:17 PM

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Irish duo on target in the Championship as Ogbene's superb start continues

Dara O’Shea also found the net in a comprehensive win for West Brom

9.1k

Aug 20th 2022, 6:14 PM

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Parrott hits first Preston goal, Devoy makes MK Dons debut and McGinty penalty hero for Oxford

Busy night of action for Irish players in the EFL Cup.

13.9k

Aug 9th 2022, 10:37 PM

# Football Italia

Ireland striker Connolly's loan move confirmed to Serie B club Venezia

The 22-year-old is heading to Italy.

14.4k

Jul 14th 2022, 8:04 PM

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Ex-Drogheda player signs new two-year contract with Barnsley

Will Hondermarck is staying put at Oakwell.

6.3k

Jun 29th 2022, 2:45 PM

# squad update

Jimmy Dunne gets the call as Duffy and Egan are ruled out for Ukraine

The 24-year-old is yet to make his senior international debut but impressed at QPR this season.

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Jun 12th 2022, 9:22 PM

# canary

Ireland defender Andrew Omobamidele agrees contact extension at Norwich

The 19-year-old has big potential according to boss Dean Smith.

5.6k

Jun 6th 2022, 1:05 PM

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No Hogan or Ebosele in Ireland matchday squad for Armenia

Stephen Kenny’s side open their Uefa Nations League campaign in Yerevan this afternoon.

5.1k

Jun 4th 2022, 11:06 AM

# U19

Five new faces in Ireland squad for friendlies against Iceland in Spain

Tom Mohan’s team play in Pinatar next week.

10.8k

May 30th 2022, 4:00 PM

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Mixed fortunes for Irish stars in play-off semi-final

Daryl Horgan helped Wycombe Wanderers earn a 2-0 first-leg win over MK Dons.

5.8k

May 5th 2022, 11:05 PM

# Wrap

Obafemi continues superb end to season, Irish youngster on target for Derby

Eiran Cashin rewarded Wayne Rooney’s faith in him.

8.9k

Apr 30th 2022, 5:47 PM

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In-form Obafemi scores 11th goal of the season as Irish trio help Swansea earn point

Elsewhere, Ireland international Ronan Curtis registered a brace.

6.0k

Apr 23rd 2022, 5:41 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

Ireland v Lithuania, international friendly

A late, great Troy Parrott goal ensured it finished 1-0 at the Aviva Stadium.

61.8k

Mar 29th 2022, 7:00 PM

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Irish football supporters are hosting a charity match in aid of Ukraine crisis

The game will take place at Home Farm FC on Friday.

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Mar 24th 2022, 2:10 PM

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Ronan and Sykes receive first Ireland call-ups for Belgium and Lithuania friendlies

Scott Hogan is recalled in 25-man squad but there’s no place for the in-form Michael Obafemi.

17.1k

Mar 18th 2022, 12:59 PM

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West Ham's Mipo Odubeko recalled to Ireland U21 squad for Sweden qualifier

Derby County’s Eiran Cashin is also included in Jim Crawford’s 21-man squad for the trip to Sweden later this month.

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Mar 15th 2022, 11:10 AM

# Change of Plans

FAI awaiting fixture update as Scotland v Ukraine World Cup play-off postponed

Scotland v Ukraine likely to be moved to the Nations League window in June, with implications for Ireland’s fixture list.

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Mar 8th 2022, 5:11 PM

# Seeing Red

James McClean scores goal and is later shown red card as Wigan maintain promotion push

In the Championship, Cardiff defeated Derby County 1-0.

6.1k

Mar 1st 2022, 10:13 PM

# Number One

Liverpool's penalty hero Kelleher: ‘I think it was more hit and hope!’

A day to savour for the Ireland goalkeeper.

12.0k

Feb 27th 2022, 9:17 PM

# Evan sent for

Will the injury to Adam Idah tempt Stephen Kenny to summon 17-year-old Evan Ferguson?

Idah’s setback is addressed on today’s episode of The Football Family.

6.1k

Feb 22nd 2022, 9:29 PM

# Blow

Injury rules Ireland striker Adam Idah out for the rest of the season

The 21-year-old has undergone knee surgery, Norwich City manager Dean Smith confirmed this morning.

7.0k

Feb 18th 2022, 9:34 AM

# The Football Family

Obafemi 'still has miles to go' to earn Ireland call-up despite Swansea progress

The 21-year-old striker scored the winner for his club in their Championship clash with Blackburn Rovers.

6.1k

Feb 8th 2022, 7:18 PM

# Blow

Ireland coach Anthony Barry leaves Kenny's set-up to join Belgium

‘The opportunity to move on to Belgium and to have the chance to take part in the World Cup finals was one I felt I couldn’t turn down.’

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Feb 4th 2022, 11:11 AM

# Jimmy's Winning Matches

Dunne staying focused on club form in his bid to make Ireland 'dream' a reality

The 24-year-old centre-back has become a key player for a QPR side targeting the Premier League.

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Feb 2nd 2022, 7:02 PM