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Ireland 0 Australia 1: Irish narrowly beaten on Women’s World Cup debut

Ireland 0 Australia 1: Irish narrowly beaten on Women’s World Cup debut

Steph Catley steps up to the mark for hosts as Ireland pay the penalty in Sydney

Thu Jul 20 2023 - 13:33
Ireland v Australia: ‘We don’t fear anyone,’ says Vera Pauw in advance of World Cup kick-off

Ireland v Australia: ‘We don’t fear anyone,’ says Vera Pauw in advance of World Cup kick-off

Women’s World Cup: Ireland look to seize a day that has been a long time coming

Wed Jul 19 2023 - 19:00
Women’s World Cup: Ireland out to make golden memories in historic showdown with Australia

Women’s World Cup: Ireland out to make golden memories in historic showdown with Australia

Vera Pauw’s side will start as underdogs against the talented Matildas in front of a huge Sydney crowd

Wed Jul 19 2023 - 15:26
Minister says Government need time to consider increase in betting tax to boost funding for sport

Minister says Government need time to consider increase in betting tax to boost funding for sport

Thomas Byrne: ‘One would have to question should we be expanding the profile of gambling’

Wed Jul 19 2023 - 12:16
Gianni Infantino confirms Fifa will not directly pay bonuses to players but to associations

Gianni Infantino confirms Fifa will not directly pay bonuses to players but to associations

All 736 players are expected to be played a minimum of €28k for taking part in the tournament

Wed Jul 19 2023 - 11:34
Denise O’Sullivan set to train fully on Wednesday ahead of Ireland’s opener against Australia

Denise O’Sullivan set to train fully on Wednesday ahead of Ireland’s opener against Australia

Women's World Cup: Midfielder has completed two light training sessions but signals are positive that midfielder will be fit for opening game

Tue Jul 18 2023 - 12:30
Ireland’s Ruesha Littlejohn relishing the brief calm before the storm begins

Ireland’s Ruesha Littlejohn relishing the brief calm before the storm begins

Following the unwanted distraction of the Colombia controversy, midfielder counting down the days to when Ireland’s first World Cup begins against hosts Australia

Tue Jul 18 2023 - 05:00
Denise O’Sullivan sheds moonboot and returns to training ahead of World Cup opener

Denise O’Sullivan sheds moonboot and returns to training ahead of World Cup opener

FAI seek to dampen social media blaze over abandoned Colombia game

Mon Jul 17 2023 - 08:01
Ireland’s Louise Quinn relishing another chance to keep Australian sensation Sam Kerr under wraps

Ireland’s Louise Quinn relishing another chance to keep Australian sensation Sam Kerr under wraps

Striker has been in stunning form but she drew a blank against the Irish defender the last time they met

Sun Jul 16 2023 - 12:58
Women’s World Cup 2023: Footage emerges of foul by Colombian player on Denise O’Sullivan

Women’s World Cup 2023: Footage emerges of foul by Colombian player on Denise O’Sullivan

Challenge by Lorena Bedoya in the 20th minute of the warm-up game led to the match being abandoned

Sun Jul 16 2023 - 11:41
Next 48 hours crucial for Denise O’Sullivan’s World Cup dream after horror tackle by Colombian player

Next 48 hours crucial for Denise O’Sullivan’s World Cup dream after horror tackle by Colombian player

Vera Pauw: ‘This will not disturb us from being ready for Australia’

Sat Jul 15 2023 - 07:45
Irish diaspora has provided significant talent for Women’s World Cup squad

Irish diaspora has provided significant talent for Women’s World Cup squad

The Irish diaspora has provided some significant talent for Vera Pauw’s Republic squad as they embark on a first World Cup adventure

Sat Jul 15 2023 - 06:00
Ireland abandon ‘overly physical’ World Cup warm-up game as Denise O’Sullivan goes to hospital

Ireland abandon ‘overly physical’ World Cup warm-up game as Denise O’Sullivan goes to hospital

Republic of Ireland’s game against Colombia stopped after just 23 minutes when tackle on midfielder prompted Irish management to act

Fri Jul 14 2023 - 19:51
Denise O’Sullivan: ‘To have my dad here would be a dream but I know he’s looking down’

Denise O’Sullivan: ‘To have my dad here would be a dream but I know he’s looking down’

The Cork woman’s World Cup journey began at age eight, watching with her beloved father as Robbie Keane scored for Ireland in 2002

Fri Jul 14 2023 - 06:00
Barbra Banda set to light up World Cup as Katie McCabe allays injury concerns

Barbra Banda set to light up World Cup as Katie McCabe allays injury concerns

Ireland fared better than Germany against the sensational Zambian striker in pre-tournament friendlies

Wed Jul 12 2023 - 11:29
Katie McCabe injury fears allayed as she boards plane to World Cup in Australia

Katie McCabe injury fears allayed as she boards plane to World Cup in Australia

Ireland’s third opponent Nigeria threaten to boycott opening match versus Canada over pay dispute

Fri Jul 07 2023 - 17:28
Ireland v France: Record home crowd left disappointed by off-colour display

Ireland v France: Record home crowd left disappointed by off-colour display

France far too strong for Vera Pauw’s side, with injury worries for Katie McCabe and Sinead Farrelly

Thu Jul 06 2023 - 22:27
Ireland v France: Pauw’s masterplan to reveal itself in World Cup warm-up game

Ireland v France: Pauw’s masterplan to reveal itself in World Cup warm-up game

French come to Tallaght with serious pedigree having lost to the USA in the 2019 World Cup semi-final

Thu Jul 06 2023 - 05:00
Vera Pauw: ‘There is a person that is targeted to destroy my career’

Vera Pauw: ‘There is a person that is targeted to destroy my career’

Allegations and counteraccusations continue to distract Ireland’s World Cup preparations

Wed Jul 05 2023 - 23:00
Ireland manager Vera Pauw accuses The Athletic of ‘agenda’ against her on eve of World Cup

Ireland manager Vera Pauw accuses The Athletic of ‘agenda’ against her on eve of World Cup

Katie McCabe: ‘Vera has a style of management that we are used to over the last two years’

Wed Jul 05 2023 - 16:33
FAI supports Vera Pauw’s denial of fresh allegations she was ‘physically aggressive’

FAI supports Vera Pauw’s denial of fresh allegations she was ‘physically aggressive’

Republic of Ireland manager says employee of Houston Dash threatened to ‘shoot me in the head’

Mon Jul 03 2023 - 18:01
Shelbourne owner Acun Ilicali: ‘Our vision is not to destroy the Irish league, it is to improve it’

Shelbourne owner Acun Ilicali: ‘Our vision is not to destroy the Irish league, it is to improve it’

Turkish media magnate Acun Ilicali believes Damien Duff’s side can win the league in 2024 and play in European league next season

Fri Jun 30 2023 - 23:00
Back from the brink: Sinead Farrelly returns from seven-year exile

Back from the brink: Sinead Farrelly returns from seven-year exile

Ireland international remains a natural, even after a car crash, 4½ years of severe concussion and traumatic stress

Fri Jun 30 2023 - 19:00
Stephen Kenny faces sack if Ireland don’t pick up points in September qualifiers

Stephen Kenny faces sack if Ireland don’t pick up points in September qualifiers

Despite loss in Athens FAI wants to avoid a managerial hunt during Women’s World Cup

Thu Jun 29 2023 - 14:44
Vera Pauw intends to play her best Ireland team for send-off game against France

Vera Pauw intends to play her best Ireland team for send-off game against France

Irish manager says she was guided by sports science when excluding Leanne Kiernan and Megan Campbell from squad

Wed Jun 28 2023 - 23:00
Jamie Finn omission ‘the hardest decision’ of World Cup squad, says Pauw

Jamie Finn omission ‘the hardest decision’ of World Cup squad, says Pauw

Leanne Kiernan and Megan Campbell were not deemed fit enough to travel to Australia

Wed Jun 28 2023 - 15:14
Kiernan, Campbell and Mannion miss out as Vera Pauw names Ireland’s World Cup squad

Kiernan, Campbell and Mannion miss out as Vera Pauw names Ireland’s World Cup squad

Jamie Finn to miss out on final 23, while injuries to rule out Aoife Mannion and Megan Campbell

Wed Jun 28 2023 - 10:34
Vera Pauw set to make some big calls for Ireland World Cup squad

Vera Pauw set to make some big calls for Ireland World Cup squad

Established players sure to miss out on the flight to Brisbane as injury and form will influence Dutch coach’s selection

Tue Jun 27 2023 - 19:37
‘You have to start somewhere’: Robbie Keane on his move to Tel Aviv

‘You have to start somewhere’: Robbie Keane on his move to Tel Aviv

Maccabi Tel Aviv’s new head coach shuts down question about working in Israel: ‘I don’t want to get into politics’

Tue Jun 27 2023 - 19:26
Robbie Keane announced as new head coach at Maccabi Tel Aviv in surprise move

Robbie Keane announced as new head coach at Maccabi Tel Aviv in surprise move

Keane joins the Israeli club on a two-year contract

Mon Jun 26 2023 - 12:28
Drogheda United set to receive significant investment from US group

Drogheda United set to receive significant investment from US group

Trivela Group LLC are also owners of Walsall FC in England’s League Two

Fri Jun 23 2023 - 14:40
‘Have the guts to make mistakes’: Vera Pauw’s team talk unleashes Ireland team frozen in fear

‘Have the guts to make mistakes’: Vera Pauw’s team talk unleashes Ireland team frozen in fear

Claire O’Riordan backs up inclusion after impressing in Scottish Cup final

Thu Jun 22 2023 - 22:38
Amber Barrett at the double as she comes to Ireland’s rescue against Zambia

Amber Barrett at the double as she comes to Ireland’s rescue against Zambia

Vera Pauw’s women overcome a sluggish opening gambit to score three goals in second half

Thu Jun 22 2023 - 21:44
Former FAI honorary treasurer Joe Delaney has died

Former FAI honorary treasurer Joe Delaney has died

The 82-year-old father of former FAI CEO John Delaney played a key role in the administration of Irish football during the Jack Charlton years

Thu Jun 22 2023 - 11:40
Katie McCabe benched for Zambia clash as Vera Pauw runs rule over Ireland squad

Katie McCabe benched for Zambia clash as Vera Pauw runs rule over Ireland squad

Ireland manager must cut 32-woman training panel to 23 next Thursday ahead of World Cup

Wed Jun 21 2023 - 23:00
Vera Pauw: ‘I’m very happy in Ireland. I want to stay. But I’m not part of that process’

Vera Pauw: ‘I’m very happy in Ireland. I want to stay. But I’m not part of that process’

Aoife Mannion’s chances of featuring at the World Cup remain touch and go

Wed Jun 21 2023 - 17:34
Stephen Kenny: ‘I’ve made brave decisions in the best interests of Irish football, okay?’

Stephen Kenny: ‘I’ve made brave decisions in the best interests of Irish football, okay?’

The Ireland manager tackles a three-year narrative about who he is and the job he is doing

Tue Jun 20 2023 - 23:36
League of Ireland clubs receive kind draws in European qualifying rounds

League of Ireland clubs receive kind draws in European qualifying rounds

Dundalk FC were drawn against Gibraltar’s FC Bruno’s Magpies, while St Pat’s will face F91 Dudelange of Luxembourg

Tue Jun 20 2023 - 14:37
FAI says alleged racist remark made by Kuwaiti player was heard by ‘a number of players’

FAI says alleged racist remark made by Kuwaiti player was heard by ‘a number of players’

Ireland Under-21 match against Kuwait called off as was senior international between New Zealand and Qatar

Tue Jun 20 2023 - 14:33
Ireland fail to impress as they make heavy work of victory over Gibraltar

Ireland fail to impress as they make heavy work of victory over Gibraltar

Stephen Kenny’s side struggled for an hour before sub Mikey Johnston broke minnow’s resistance with opener

Mon Jun 19 2023 - 22:11
Ireland under-21s walk off pitch and abandon friendly after ‘racist remark’

Ireland under-21s walk off pitch and abandon friendly after ‘racist remark’

FAI will report incident to Uefa and Fifa after Kuwaiti player allegedly directed remark at Irish substitute

Mon Jun 19 2023 - 18:50
Stephen Kenny accuses journalist of ‘absolutely terrible’ disrespect

Stephen Kenny accuses journalist of ‘absolutely terrible’ disrespect

Ireland manager believes his position is secure until end of Euros campaign

Sun Jun 18 2023 - 23:00
Kenny tactical struggles overshadow McClean milestone

Kenny tactical struggles overshadow McClean milestone

Rising dismay around five Irish defeats from the Republic’s last eight matches

Sun Jun 18 2023 - 22:15
Gus Poyet unsparing in assessment of Ireland after Greece win tactical battle

Gus Poyet unsparing in assessment of Ireland after Greece win tactical battle

Stephen Kenny says he is ‘not concerned about myself at the moment’ after defeat in Athens

Sat Jun 17 2023 - 23:00
Kenny master plan in tatters as Ireland slump to disappointing defeat

Kenny master plan in tatters as Ireland slump to disappointing defeat

Goalkeeper Bazunu the one shining light as Greece in no way flattered by a one goal victory

Fri Jun 16 2023 - 22:47
Greece v Ireland: Ferguson mania prompts chance of Irish ‘home’ game in Athens

Greece v Ireland: Ferguson mania prompts chance of Irish ‘home’ game in Athens

Euro 2024 qualifiers: Local disinterest in high summer opens possibility of a Green Army invading Greek capital

Thu Jun 15 2023 - 23:02
Gus Poyet signals no tactical adjustment by Greece to  handle Republic of Ireland threat

Gus Poyet signals no tactical adjustment by Greece to handle Republic of Ireland threat

Extrovert Greece manager heaps pressure on laid-back counterpart Stephen Kenny — ‘no drama if we don’t win’

Thu Jun 15 2023 - 19:00
Motivational video revives memory of Irish football’s glory days

Motivational video revives memory of Irish football’s glory days

Historic goals by Lawrenson, Aldridge, Cascarino, McGeady shown to current Irish players ahead of Athens duel

Wed Jun 14 2023 - 23:00
Mikey Johnston jinks into view for Ireland and Celtic

Mikey Johnston jinks into view for Ireland and Celtic

‘Brendan Rodgers is a great manager and if he came back to Celtic he would be unreal’

Wed Jun 14 2023 - 23:00
Troy Parrott puts Tom Cannon’s Ireland v England allegiance call into perspective

Troy Parrott puts Tom Cannon’s Ireland v England allegiance call into perspective

‘We would like to have him here but if it’s in his interests to go elsewhere then I wish him all the best’

Tue Jun 13 2023 - 23:00
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