# League of Ireland

Last week

19th March 2023 - 25th March 2023

# Positivity

'The league is getting better... As Irish people, we have a tendency to underrate it'

Ireland U21 international Ollie O’Neill is enjoying life at Derry City.

4.9k

Mar 23rd 2023, 10:00 AM

Last month

March 2023

# Boost

Fourth clean sheet from 6 helps Shelbourne overcome Cork

Jack Moylan was on target as Damien Duff’s side picked up an impressive win.

4.1k

Mar 17th 2023, 7:43 PM

# Wee Win

Dundalk take Louth derby spoils as Drogheda fail to make dominance count

Connor Malley scored against the run of play and the hosts missed a penalty late on at Weavers Park.

2.8k

Mar 16th 2023, 10:26 PM

# talking point

Duff's Shelbourne impress with Mourinho-esque display

Stephen Bradley’s Shamrock Rovers were left frustrated at Tolka Park on Friday night.

7.7k

Mar 12th 2023, 6:00 AM

# Reaction

Stephen Bradley coy on Tottenham-linked youngster's absence

Justin Ferizaj has been playing with Shamrock Rovers’ U19s team recently.

7.5k

Mar 11th 2023, 6:00 AM

# Report

Shels stifle Shamrock Rovers to compound champions' slow start

Stephen Bradley’s side’s search for a first league win continues.

5.5k

Mar 10th 2023, 9:48 PM

# Cold Weather

All LOI fixtures get the go-ahead after pitch inspections

A second inspection was needed to determine whether UCD vs Drogheda would happen.

3.9k

Updated

Mar 10th 2023, 5:30 PM

# Unimpressed

'It’s about respecting the opposition... We didn’t do that'

Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley was critical of his side following their 4-4 draw with Cork.

8.9k

Mar 8th 2023, 6:05 AM

# Update

Cork City's Aaron Bolger released from hospital after collision of heads

There was concern for the welfare of the midfielder but he sent a positive message on social media earlier today.

4.3k

Updated

Mar 7th 2023, 4:49 PM

# Lilywhites

Dundalk come from behind to see off Shelbourne

Rayhaan Tulloch and Andy Boyle supplied the goals for the home side at Oriel Park.

3.4k

Mar 6th 2023, 10:18 PM

# Drama

Remarkable 40-yard lob the highlight as Shamrock Rovers and Cork play out 8-goal thriller

Thrilling contest had lengthy stoppage for treatment to Aaron Bolger after worrying clash of heads.

28.4k

Mar 6th 2023, 10:13 PM

# back on track

Bohemians beat Drogheda to get back to winning ways

Bohemians bounced back from Friday’s defeat to Shelbourne with a hard fought victory over Drogheda United.

2.9k

Mar 6th 2023, 10:07 PM

# Bit O'Red

St Pat's second best against 10-man Sligo

The home side played most of the game with 10 after John Mahon was dismissed.

3.1k

Mar 6th 2023, 9:56 PM

# students schooled

McEneff shines as Derry put four past UCD

McEneff scored twice as Derry cruised to a 4-0 win at the UCD Bowl.

1.9k

Mar 6th 2023, 9:47 PM

# Looking Back

The life and death of an extraordinary Irish football man

Remembering Shelbourne legend Ollie Byrne, a true maverick.

49.3k

Mar 5th 2023, 8:06 PM

# content

Ex-Bohemians and Cork player has no regrets over Motherwell move

Dan Casey saw the man who brought him to the club sacked promptly after his arrival.

7.0k

Mar 3rd 2023, 5:32 PM

This year

2023

# hakuna max mata

Mata hat-trick inspires Sligo Rovers past UCD in thriller

The Kiwi sealed victory for the Bit O’ Red at UCD Bowl.

4.0k

Feb 24th 2023, 10:00 PM

# Up and Running

Derry City strike twice against Cork to seal first win of the season

The Candystripes ran out 2-0 winners at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium.

3.7k

Feb 24th 2023, 9:50 PM

# feet under the desk

Safety and stability would make for a fine start as Cork City Usher in new era

A word on City and Bohs following Friday night’s curtain-raiser for both clubs at Turners Cross.

3.4k

Feb 19th 2023, 7:00 AM

# cause

Bohemians unveil new kit to provide support for children of Palestine

The Dublin team’s aim is to raise awareness of human rights violations in the country.

6.7k

Feb 16th 2023, 12:22 PM

# Great expectations

Can GAA-mad Kerry become an Irish soccer stronghold?

Manager Billy Dennehy and captain Matt Keane discuss the League of Ireland’s newest addition.

8.1k

Feb 15th 2023, 6:15 AM

# graduation

How Stephen Kenny’s protégé became a master in his own right

A look at the rise of Ruaidhrí Higgins, from dejection as a teenager at Coventry to his current status as one of the top managers in Ireland.

32.6k

Feb 12th 2023, 10:00 AM

# taking a chance

'I did something I was scared of, and I am grateful for it' - Damien Duff

The former Ireland international looks ahead to a new season with Shelbourne.

21.4k

Updated

Feb 9th 2023, 12:13 PM

# Ready to go

Kildare-based businessman confirms takeover of Cork City

Dermot Usher has purchased the newly promoted side.

10.3k

Feb 3rd 2023, 6:07 PM

# Transfer

Cork City sign Swedish attacker Daniel Krezic

The 26-year-old joins from Dagerfors, having previously played for fellow Swedish top-flight side Varberg.

3.6k

Feb 1st 2023, 5:36 PM

# Departures Lounge

Sligo Rovers lose 2022 Premier Division top scorer Keena to League One

Cheltenham Town agree three-year deal after identifying striker as their top priority in the January window.

6.3k

Jan 29th 2023, 9:07 PM

# League of Ireland

Austin Stacks county winning goalkeeper signs for Kerry FC

Wayne Guthrie was part of the Austin Stacks team that won the Kerry SFC title in 2021.

11.1k

Jan 24th 2023, 10:44 AM

# Operation Brookweed

Man arrested as part of League of Ireland match-fixing investigation released without charge

Operation Brookweed follows reports of suspected match-fixing received from the FAI and UEFA.

17.0k

Updated

Jan 17th 2023, 5:44 PM

# Pastures new

Former player and manager Fenlon returns to Bohs as Director of Football

It is the 53-year-old’s third spell at the club overall.

3.8k

Jan 16th 2023, 1:31 PM

# Rovers return

Former Ireland underage international Clarke returns to Shamrock Rovers on loan

Bradley ‘delighted’ with wing-back’s return to Tallaght Stadium.

6.3k

Jan 6th 2023, 3:25 PM

Last year

2022

# fyi

12 Irish players who moved across the water in 2022 and 4 who could follow

Ciaran Kelly, Danny Mandroiu and Darragh Burns are among the footballers that made the switch

27.4k

Dec 30th 2022, 8:01 PM

# Growth

League of Ireland enjoys huge increase in crowds since last pre-Covid season

Average attendances in the men’s Premier Division have increased by nearly a third since the last full season with crowds, 2019.

7.4k

Dec 20th 2022, 11:00 AM

# Galway United

Horgan joins Galway United as assistant manager

Horgan will work under John Caulfield.

11.5k

Dec 14th 2022, 5:22 PM

# Transfer

Millwall confirm signing of promising Shamrock Rovers striker

Aidomo Emakhu will be available for selection from 1 January after agreeing a long-term contract at the New Den.

8.4k

Dec 14th 2022, 12:20 PM

# Signing

Bradford boss Mark Hughes hails signing of in-demand Bohemians defender

Ciaran Kelly has joined the League Two club and will make his debut in the New Year.

8.8k

Dec 12th 2022, 9:39 AM

# Boost

Shels confirm 3 new arrivals while 'best captain' Duff has ever worked with re-signs

Conor Kearns, Tyreke Wilson and Kyle Robinson have all joined the Reds.

8.5k

Nov 18th 2022, 7:16 PM

# New Kingdom

Kerry FC: League of Ireland's newest club are prepared to build success slowly

Kerry FC sporting director Billy Dennehy outlines the club’s blueprint as they bid to establish a sustainable League of Ireland model.

7.5k

Nov 17th 2022, 5:16 PM

# Changes

Former Wexford boss Ryan takes over at Bray

The ex-UCD coach was previously strongly linked with the Bohemians job.

3.6k

Nov 15th 2022, 11:48 PM

# Happy Days

'To see him lift the trophy made the hair stand up on the back of my neck'

Ruaidhrí Higgins paid tribute to Patrick McEleney after he captained Derry City to an FAI Cup final triumph.

4.1k

Nov 14th 2022, 8:00 AM

# Reaction

Damien Duff: 'It's the proudest day of my life, but it's not the hardest'

Derry boss Ruaidhrí Higgins, meanwhile, was in a jubilant mood.

12.2k

Nov 13th 2022, 7:04 PM