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Soccer
Last year
2025
Comeback
Ireland's thrilling comeback goes against Hallgrímsson's doctrine but maintains World Cup dream
Character and resilience was clear to see although slow start shows a team that’s still a work in progress.
Roller Coaster
Idah's dramatic late equaliser earns Ireland vital draw against 10-man Hungary
Ireland left it late to earn a point against their biggest rivals.
Exclusive
The Ireland and Everton number one leading the way in the WSL
Courtney Brosnan talks ambition, Goodison Park, and women’s football’s ‘never-ending journey’ with The 42.
big match preview
Ireland have said all the right things ahead of Hungary clash - Now it's time for action
We preview Ireland’s huge 2026 World Cup qualifier with Hungary.
column
Nostalgia a flimsy counter to fact VAR and controlling coaches are ruining football
There were two major changes to the game in the summer of 2019, both of which brought major unintended consequences.
clear messages
Ireland pinpoint the strengths that can give them World Cup edge over Hungary
Manager Heimir Hallgrímsson and his assistants, John O’Shea and Paddy McCarthy, singing off same hymn sheet.
talk like you mean itMcCarthy and Ogbene's brilliant belief sums up Ireland's 'mood shift' for defining Hungary clash
Flying the flag
The Irish players set for new WSL season as Chelsea chase seven in a row
European champions Arsenal are among those looking to stop the Blues.
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