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Soccer

Last year
2025
Heimir Hallgrímsson prepares to name Ireland squad for what could be last stand as boss
From Tallaght to Athens, Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne return to European action
The FAI Cup winner who was forced to retire with arthritis but is now running marathons
Karl Sheppard enjoyed glory with Shamrock Rovers and Cork City but the 34-year-old is happier than ever without football.
Bazunu returns as Southampton end losing run in first match since Will Still sacking
Barcelona rescue draw at Club Brugge in six-goal thriller, Newcastle sink Bilbao
Foden scores twice as Manchester City ease past Borussia Dortmund
Shelbourne's conquerors leave Chelsea frustrated
James McClean says he threw punch at Cardiff fan in self-defence before Carabao Cup game
Republic of Ireland launch U17 World Cup campaign with dominant win
Jaden Umeh, Kian McMahon-Brown, Michael Noonan and Max Kovalevskis were all on target for Ireland.
Republic of Ireland begin Fifa U17 World Cup with 4-1 win over Panama
Tottenham supporting Udogie after alleged gun threat in London
With 22 of the world's best footballers on display, a man from Tyrone shone
Conor Bradley’s performance epitomised what was best about Liverpool against Real Madrid.
Liverpool master Real Madrid on Alexander-Arnold's return
Alexis Mac Allister headed in the game’s only goal.
Ex-Liverpool star Diaz scores twice before being sent off, Spurs ease to victory
Shelbourne formally agree 250-year lease of Tolka Park with Dublin City Council
15-year-old makes Champions League history as Arsenal prevail
Ward aims high in Ireland's World Cup qualifying group - and looks to home comforts
Ireland to face France, Netherlands and Poland in 2027 World Cup qualifiers
Carla Ward’s side learned their group opponents in this afternoon’s draw in Nyon.
Dundalk's kit supplier begins legal action over €130,000 debt
Ex-England goalkeeper Mary Earps didn’t intend to ‘tear anyone down’ in autobiography
Who to watch - and where to watch - as Ireland's trailblazers look to make history at U17 World Cup
The Boys in Green begin their campaign against Panama tomorrow.
Granit Xhaka equaliser earns Sunderland point against Everton
Council approves funding plans for Dalymount redevelopment - and construction could begin next year
Gary O’Neil reportedly pulls out of Wolves contention after talks over return
Trent should be remembered for 'great' Liverpool moments, says Slot
Who Ireland could get in tomorrow's World Cup qualifier draw (and the best- and worst-case scenarios)
Ciarán Kilduff signs new Dundalk deal after week of uncertainty
'I’ve been lucky enough to live out my dream' - Former Ireland international Alan Judge retires
FAI Cup final preview | LOI Review
Cobh Ramblers appoint Rockett as new head coach
Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence apologise for actions after Chelsea defeat - Frank
Johnny Kenny and Callum Osmand can ‘conquer the world’ – Callum McGregor
Guardiola vents frustration at referee Taylor after Man City victory
Parrott misses another penalty in AZ win, Rashford helps Barcelona to Elche victory
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Struggling Southampton sack manager Will Still
Martin O’Neill open to talks about extending his stay at Celtic
Haaland on the double in Bournemouth win
Ferizaj's last-gasp overhead kick secures Bray promotion play-off date with Waterford
Kenny on target as Celtic down 10-man Rangers after extra time