# Road to France

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'It certainly gets you thinking about next steps': Farrell hopes to face 'Boks ahead of 2023 showdown

Farrell has brought about a transition in Ireland’s international side and the sight of the ‘Boks at the end of the cycle makes his task all the tougher.

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Dec 14th 2020, 7:04 PM

# review to preview

Staying in the spotlight - Don't forget that Ireland's World Cup dream is still alive

Reviewing the recent double-header and previewing June’s crucial one with Norway, which will ultimately determine Ireland’s fate.

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Apr 14th 2018, 7:45 AM

# rocky road to france

Explainer: How Ireland can still qualify for the 2019 World Cup

Their bid to reach a first-ever major tournament took a hit last night, but it can still be done.

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Apr 11th 2018, 5:11 PM

# Road to France

'The best team in the world on their day' - Ireland prepare to shut out European champions again

Having drawn 0-0 with the Dutch back in November, manager Colin Bell is hopeful of pulling off something similar at Tallaght Stadium tomorrow.

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Apr 9th 2018, 3:33 PM

# Late Late Show

Super sub Barrett Ireland's hero as World Cup qualification dream lives on

Her 87th-minute winner proved decisive at Tallaght Stadium.

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Apr 6th 2018, 6:59 PM

# today's the day

'Leading my country out in my hometown of Tallaght will be a really proud moment'

Ireland captain Katie McCabe will live her childhood dream this evening.

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Apr 6th 2018, 8:00 AM

# Road to France

'We don't see any reason why we can't qualify. We hope that the time is now'

Karen Duggan and the Ireland WNT are focused as their quest to reach a first major tournament continues.

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Apr 5th 2018, 6:10 PM

# Road to France

A memorable night as Ireland's new era begins but bigger challenges lie ahead

Four talking points from last night’s win, as Colin Bell’s side go in search of qualification for their first major tournament.

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Sep 20th 2017, 11:12 AM

# party poopers

Belarus spoil Ireland's Euro 2016 send-off in Cork

The Boys in Green went down 2-1 at Turner’s Cross tonight.

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May 31st 2016, 9:44 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

Ireland v Belarus, Euro 2016 warm-up

All eyes were on Turner’s Cross tonight as Ireland played their final Euro 2016 warm-up match. Catch up with the action here.

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May 31st 2016, 6:45 PM

# Road to France

Ireland fans invited to Aviva Stadium for open training session, while extra Euro 2016 tickets secured

Supporters will get the chance to watch the team being put through their paces by Martin O’Neill and Roy Keane next Tuesday.

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May 20th 2016, 2:50 PM

# Double-header

No place for Forrester but Judge, Gleeson and Doherty remain as O'Neill trims Ireland squad

The Aviva Stadium hosts two friendlies against Swizterland and Slovakia later this month.

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Mar 19th 2016, 6:03 PM

# surprise package

Ireland should call upon Leicester's team spirit at Euro 2016 - Petit

The former France midfielder also suggested the Irish defenders should play rough with Sweden’s Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

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Mar 16th 2016, 12:06 PM

# Road to France

Forrester among the new faces in 40-man Ireland squad for upcoming double-header

The Boys in Green face Switzerland and Slovakia in friendlies later this month.

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Mar 11th 2016, 2:44 PM

# Eager to impress

What kind of form are Ireland's players in ahead of Martin O'Neill's squad announcement?

The Ireland boss picks his panel for the upcoming friendlies with Switzerland and Slovakia on Friday afternoon.

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Mar 10th 2016, 6:45 AM

# Road to France

Ireland may choose the UK for Euro 2016 camp so players can see their families

Martin O’Neill has been speaking about the team’s pre-tournanment plans.

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Jan 11th 2016, 8:00 AM

# Euro 2016

Welcome boost for Ireland's Stephen Ward with first league start in a year

The Burnley full-back played 90 minutes in their 4-0 win over Bristol City.

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Dec 29th 2015, 4:28 PM

# who's who

Ranking Ireland's possible Euro 2016 play-off opponents

Most Ireland fans will be keeping their fingers crossed for a two-legged tie with Hungary.

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Oct 14th 2015, 11:44 AM

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'We've still a long way to go' - O'Neill insists the job is only half-done

Ireland’s manager was delighted with the team spirit shown by his players tonight.

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Oct 8th 2015, 11:46 PM

# Line-up

There are a couple of surprise selections in the Ireland team for tonight's Euro 2016 qualifier

The Boys in Green host the world champions at Lansdowne Road this evening.

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Oct 8th 2015, 6:43 PM

# Road to France

Martin O'Neill names 40-man Ireland squad for decisive Euro 2016 qualifiers

The Boys in Green face a make-or-break double-header against Germany (8 Oct) and Poland (11 Oct).

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Sep 17th 2015, 4:13 PM

# Road to France

POLL: Will Ireland qualify for Euro 2016?

Martin O’Neill names his squad for the make-or-break qualifiers against Germany and Poland this afternoon.

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Sep 17th 2015, 6:15 AM

# Road to France

Fellaini, Hazard and Man City new boy De Bruyne do the business for Belgium

Edin Dzeko had opened the scoring for Bosnia & Herzegovina but the home side went on to claim a 3-1 win.

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Sep 3rd 2015, 10:00 PM

# rallying the troops

'We're hoping other teams might slip up but we've got to do our own job' - Keane

Ireland’s number two has called for an assured performance against minnows Gibraltar on Friday night.

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Sep 2nd 2015, 8:32 PM

# O'Neill v O'Neill

FAI announces summer game with Northern Ireland... but you won't be able to watch it

The Boys in Green will face Michael O’Neill’s men behind closed doors on 4 June.

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Apr 27th 2015, 5:02 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

Ireland v Poland, Euro 2016 qualifier

It was over to the Aviva Stadium where Martin O’Neill’s men played their first competitive game of 2015.

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Mar 29th 2015, 6:40 PM

# wingman

'It's not as bizarre as everyone thinks' - Brady on early recovery from fall 'down a hole'

The Hull City winger says he is ready to give ’110%’ if called upon by Martin O’Neill this weekend.

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Mar 27th 2015, 7:14 PM

# Road to France

'Young players not ready to step up at this critical stage' - O'Neill

The Ireland manager has also emphasised the importance of getting three points against Poland later this month.

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Mar 13th 2015, 9:00 AM

# Road to France

Martin O'Neill's end-of-year Ireland report card

How did the Derryman perform in his role during 2014?

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Dec 24th 2014, 6:00 PM

# Road to France

'We're still in this' - Home form most important for qualification, insists O'Neill

The Ireland boss believes there was very little between the sides at Cetic Park.

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Nov 15th 2014, 6:00 AM

# Euro 2016

O'Neill: We will go to Celtic Park full of confidence thanks to Germany equaliser

The Ireland boss believes the world champions will still top Group D despite their under-par performances, however.

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Oct 29th 2014, 6:35 PM

# Road to France

What's the best way to get to Scotland for Ireland's next Euro 2016 qualifier?

The Green Army are likely to travel to Glasgow in their droves next month but finding tickets has proven difficult for many.

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Oct 16th 2014, 12:12 PM

# Road to France

'Go positively - Scotland have shown the way': O'Neill strikes confident tone for Ireland

O’Neill and Keane face crucial qualification double-header against Gibraltar and Germany next month.

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Sep 24th 2014, 7:00 AM

# Road to France

McGeady double seals victory in Ireland's Euro 2016 qualifying opener

Martin O’Neill’s men came away from Tbilisi with three points thanks to the Everton winger’s brace.

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Sep 7th 2014, 7:06 PM

# COYBIG

'Hungry' Coleman intent on helping Ireland secure spot at Euro 2016 finals

Ahead of Sunday’s clash with Georgia, Everton’s flying full-back says he would love nothing more than to represent his country on the ‘biggest stage’.

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Sep 5th 2014, 8:15 AM