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# loi - Saturday 4 April, 2020
'I basically ran away from my problems… I told people I had this great big coaching job in Spain'
David O’Connor on his journey back from the depths of depression.
# loi - Friday 3 April, 2020
When a League of Ireland side travelled to a 'war zone' for a game against Iraq
The World Cup warm-up match for the Iraqi team was part of the birthday celebrations of Saddam Hussein.
# loi - Monday 30 March, 2020
'My mother realised I can’t be eating tins of biscuits' - Ex-Cork City defender McCarthy on being back home
The 21-year-old has been speaking about his experiences in the Scottish Premiership since joining St Mirren in January.
# loi - Thursday 26 March, 2020
'Everyone has been told to get a bag ready' - Shels defender on stand-by to be deployed by the Army
Aidan Friel is a member of the Irish Defence Forces while also playing League of Ireland football.
# loi - Wednesday 25 March, 2020
'We're all missing social contact, gatherings and friends now. Football will be important on our way back'
John O’Sullivan looks at how this unprecedented period will affect Ireland’s top clubs and the people involved.
# loi - Tuesday 24 March, 2020
Losing our wages is far from ideal but there are bigger concerns now
Cork City FC captain Gearóid Morrissey shares his thoughts on the impact of Covid-19.
'Committed to keeping stability in daily lives and homes' - Dundalk and Shelbourne honour player contracts
Shels have also announced news of a new Patreon service for fans today.
# loi - Sunday 22 March, 2020
Bohemians to honour contracts with players and staff
The club said the contracts will have “a small amendment to factor in that the season has been extended by an extra six weeks.”
# loi - Friday 20 March, 2020
LOI targeting return in June as clubs agree revised schedule
Under the new proposals, the EA Sports Cup has been deferred but the FAI Cup will go ahead.
# loi - Thursday 19 March, 2020
Irish internationals donate €25,000 to League of Ireland players affected by coronavirus shutdown
James McClean, Enda Stevens and Kevin Long were among the clients of Graham Barrett’s company, Integrity Sports, to make the gesture.
# loi - Wednesday 18 March, 2020
League of Ireland's scheduled April return 'looks unlikely'
The FAI’s deputy CEO Niall Quinn also admitted new plans to hold Ireland’s Euros play-off semi-final with Slovakia in June were ‘aspirational’.
# loi - Monday 16 March, 2020
Drogheda United did not consult players ahead of decision to stop wages
Club officials have apologised for how they handled the situation.
Drogheda confirm they have suspended payments to players and staff
All football in Ireland has been postponed until at least 29 March.
Bohemians launch new blue and yellow kit
Keith Long’s side were due to wear it for the first time last Friday, but SSE Airtricity League fixtures have been postponed.
# loi - Friday 13 March, 2020
FAI asks all clubs to cease collective training during season hiatus
The FAI’s medical director Dr Alan Byrne ‘strongly advises against training during this cessation period’, clubs were told today.
'Our treasurer is doing some number-crunching on how long we can survive'
Cork City chairman Declan Carey on the financial strain his club is under and the initiatives being undertaken to lessen these problems.
# loi - Thursday 12 March, 2020
FAI postpone all football activity in Ireland
Everything has been cancelled until at least 29 March.
Jack Byrne scoops Player of the Month award for February
Jordan Flores finished second, having scored that stunning goal against Shamrock Rovers.
# loi - Wednesday 11 March, 2020
FAI developing contingency plan to protect LOI clubs amid coronavirus uncertainty
Staging games behind closed doors would have a devastating impact on clubs in Ireland.
# loi - Tuesday 10 March, 2020
'He's got real pedigree' - Dundalk complete signing of Nathan Oduwa
Most recently, the 24-year-old attacker played for Hapoel Hadera in the Israeli Premier League.
'We would almost certainly fold' - Irish clubs fear for their future amid coronavirus chaos
Finn Harps are one of many League of Ireland teams who can ill afford to play a number of matches behind closed doors.
# loi - Friday 6 March, 2020
Wins for Drogheda and 10-man Cabinteely in First Division
Elsewhere, Wexford and Galway United played out a scoreless draw.
Sensational last-gasp winner as Waterford snatch victory
Shane Griffin downed Derry with a superb 94th-minute goal.
Convincing win sees Dundalk go level with Shamrock Rovers
The Lilywhites were too good for Finn Harps, while Stephen Bradley’s men travel to Sligo tomorrow night.
'He’s a rival now so there will be no sentiment involved tonight, that’s for sure'
Bohs host Shelbourne tonight as Ian Morris returns to his former club.
# loi - Thursday 5 March, 2020
The life of a League-of-Ireland-player-turned-dog-groomer
Ryan Connolly on his return to football with Finn Harps, after taking a year out.
'People might ask ‘Why’s he done that?’, but I saw it as the best fit for me'
Graham Burke is enjoying life back at Shamrock Rovers following his return on loan from Preston.
# loi - Wednesday 4 March, 2020
Flores' goal was seen across the world, but the LOI is struggling for a TV audience
The League’s potential was in evidence in Tallaght last week, but can it be built upon?
# loi - Tuesday 3 March, 2020
Ex-Waterford star Hery in line for international debut against Ivory Coast
The French-born midfielder has been called up by Madagascar for the upcoming double-header.
# loi - Monday 2 March, 2020
The English midfielder who has brought global attention to the League of Ireland
An excellent game in Tallaght on Friday night produced an exceptional goal from Dundalk’s Jordan Flores.
'Some of them couldn't even raise their arms afterwards ' - Rovers II and Galway players treated for hypothermia
Stephen McGuinness is seeking clarification from the FAI after the SSE Airtricity League First Division match was played during Storm Jorge.
Alternative angles give a different perspective on Dundalk star's internationally renowned wonder goal
Jordan Flores has gained international recognition after his stunning strike on Friday.
'I was getting a bit of stick from Dundalk fans before that, and I don’t really know why'
Jack Byrne is hoping for another Irish call-up in a couple of weeks having scored the winner in Friday’s clash with Dundalk.
# loi - Saturday 29 February, 2020
'Cool heads and reflection' needed at Cork City, warns former boss
John Caulfield insists the club should not rush into any decisions about its ownership despite current circumstances.
# loi - Friday 28 February, 2020
Byrne screamer seals huge Rovers win over Dundalk in Tallaght thriller
An extraordinary Jordan Flores goal went unrewarded as Stephen Bradley’s side went three points clear at the top.
Sligo Rovers-Waterford game postponed as Storm Jorge closes in
Tomorrow’s SSE Airtricity League Premier Division fixture will not go ahead due to ‘extreme weather conditions’.
'I texted Jack last night to say, ‘Friday night, under the lights: that’s your time'
Shamrock Rovers and Dundalk go head-to-head in a mouthwatering clash at Tallaght Stadium tonight.
# loi - Thursday 27 February, 2020
Dundalk star hoping to boost Ireland international prospects with another stellar season
Michael Duffy is aiming to impress, as the two title favourites prepare to do battle in front of what is expected to be a record Tallaght crowd.
Austrian forward Kogler joins Finn Harps
The 22-year-old arrives in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division from Grazer AK.
Cobh Ramblers attacker has red card rescinded after case of mistaken identity
Lee Devitt was sent off during the 2-0 defeat to Drogheda United, despite picking up just one yellow card.
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Poll: Did the FAI make the right call replacing Mick McCarthy with Stephen Kenny?
THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION of Ireland yesterday announced that Stephen Kenny will take over as manager of the Irish football team immediately.
Kenny was due to take over from Mick McCarthy in August following the Euro 2020 campaign but the postponement of the tournament has hastened that move, with the former Dundalk manager taking over immediately.
Kenny paid tribute to McCarthy’s contribution to Irish football. McCarthy also gave Kenny his blessing and wished him well in his career as manager of the team.
So today we’re asking you: Did the FAI make the right call replacing Mick McCarthy with Stephen Kenny?
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Wood Quay veteran, hero of the Liberties: John Gallagher's death has deprived Dublin of one of its champions
By Donal Fallon
Gallagher, who passed away recently, kept Dublin and the Liberties in his heart.
Opinion: Should the EU's role in the Covid-19 crisis merely be as Best Supporting Actor?
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This week, our reader comes to terms with life in isolation on a small budget.
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