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Soccer
This month
October 2026
On The 42uefa nations league
Long day of rancour and accusation adds layer of distaste to justifying Ireland-Israel games
Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrímsson reflects on trying to do the right thing when it feels like others have relished in doing anything but.
On The 42Nations League
Scotland see off North Macedonia to give boss Sebastien Pocognoli his first win
On The 42threemendous
Athlone share spoils with Galway as they celebrate their third successive title
On The 42uefa nations league
Uefa delegate absent from press conference as Israeli accusations force chaotic scenes
Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrímsson retains composure as he also explains Dara O’Shea may not be available after returning for birth of child.
On The 42uefa nations league
Austria draw a reminder of the mild inconveniences Ireland manager must relish
Heimir Hallgrímsson won’t have much time to reflect on events in Dublin as Israel brings a renewed focus.
On The 42Comment
For a brief moment, Troy Parrott makes us forget
A glorious goal from the Dubliner was the highlight of Ireland’s clash with Austria on Thursday night.
On The 42Reaction
Heimir Hallgrímsson says it's 'magical' to have Troy Parrott and stands by substitutions
On The 42Match Report
Troy Parrott lights up Aviva Stadium but Ireland are pegged back by Austria in second half
Striker scored a fine brace to put hosts in command before late collapse in a 2-2 draw.
As it happenedUpdates
Republic of Ireland v Austria, Uefa Nations League
Troy Parrott stars as Ireland let two-goal lead slip to draw 2-2 at Aviva Stadium.
On The 42title defence
Etihad considering legal action against Premier League as Man City prepare appeal
On The 42Preview
The two sides of the FAI share stage on another jarring day
Heimir Hallgrímsson reveals he has spoken to a psychologist this week while association top brass face Oireachtas committee.
Last month
September 2026
On The 42women's champions league
No Katie McCabe for Chelsea, Barcelona lay down marker and Arsenal slip up
As it happenedoireachtas sports committee
FAI bosses grilled by TDs over Nations League matches against Israel
FAI chief executive David Courell said the association would respect any government decision if it opted to step in.
On The 42Premier League
Guardiola offers Man City his support, Keane says players should throw medals 'in the bin'
On The 42looking ahead
Ireland boss says Finn Azaz is someone 'I admire most in the world at this moment'
Heimir Hallgrímsson praises midfielder as boss insists second Israel game will take place on Sunday.
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