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In Pictures: AZ Alkmaar 2 - 0 Shelbourne
Two goals in the last 20 minutes from AZ finally broke the Shelbourne resistance and left the Reds without a goal in four European matches
Two goals in the last 20 minutes …
De Wit and Jensen goals secure AZ win over resilient Shels
Pressure eventually told for AZ against a brave and tireless Shelbourne in front of a large crowd in the impressive AFAS Stadium in Alkmaar.
Pressure eventually told for AZ against a …
UEFA Conference League Preview: AZ Alkmaar -v- Shelbourne
A reported 1,000 Shelbourne fans head to the Netherlands today to face AZ Alkmaar in a crucial UEFA Conference League tie, with both teams looking for a win to boost …
A reported 1,000 Shelbourne fans head to …
Kelly Brady on the ‘amazing buzz' around Irish football as Girls in Green gear up for Hungary friendly
The recent international good vibes were kicked off by the Ireland women’s team beating Belgium in the play-off to earn promotion to League A of the UEFA Nations League
The recent international good vibes were kicked …
UEFA Conference League Preview: Shamrock Rovers -v- Shakhtar Donetsk
Rovers’ game against the Ukrainian side is match four of a six match campaign, with two more games yet to come before Christmas.
Rovers’ game against the Ukrainian side is …
Dundalk confirm quintet of departures
The list of players leaving Oriel Park consists of Dean Ebbe, Rohan and Ethen Vaughan, Andy Paraschiv and Sean McHale.
The list of players leaving Oriel Park …
Rob Hennessy heading to Croatia to officiate Conference League game
League of Ireland referee Rob Hennessy will lead a team of Irish match officials in the upcoming league phase match in the UEFA Conference League between Rijeka and AEL Larnaka.
League of Ireland referee Rob Hennessy will …
Slovakian officials to take charge of Shamrock Rovers v Shakhtar Donetsk tie in Tallaght
Filip Glova will be the referee and it is not the first time he has officiated in a matchup between Irish and Ukrainian football sides.
Filip Glova will be the referee and …
Hat-trick of laser pointer fines for AEK Athens after Shamrock Rovers Conference League clash
After this month’s match with Shamrock Rovers in Athens that finished 1-1, AEK received an €18,000 fine for the use of a laser pointer by their fans.
After this month’s match with Shamrock Rovers …
Tara O’Hanlon on resilience required to return to play after two years battling with injury: ‘I had some really tough times. To fall in love with sport all over again, that's really nice.'
Tara O’Hanlon admits she is “absolutely buzzing” to be back in Ireland camp this week as the Girls in Green prepare for Saturday’s behind-closed-doors friendly with Hungary in Spain.
Tara O’Hanlon admits she is “absolutely buzzing” …
AZ Alkmaar -v- Shelbourne - everything you need to know about Shels’ upcoming Conference League game
After a short break since the end of the Premier Division, Shelbourne will be back in action this Thursday in the UEFA Conference League. This time, the Reds travel to …
After a short break since the end …
Eze hat-trick inspires Arsenal to derby win over Spurs
A hat-trick from Eberechi Eze has put Arsenal six points clear at the top of the league after Sunday afternoon’s encounter at the Emirates.
A hat-trick from Eberechi Eze has put …
Aston Villa fight back as Rogers brace sinks Leeds
A second-half double from Morgan Rogers proved to be the difference on Sunday as Aston Villa continued their winning run.
A second-half double from Morgan Rogers proved …
The low down on Shamrock Rovers -v- Shakhtar Donetsk: Opposition watch (Euro pedigree/current form), ticket and TV details, coefficient update, money matters
After a couple of weeks off, having concluded their domestic campaign with the club’s first league and cup double since 1987, Shamrock Rovers return to European action this week in …
After a couple of weeks off, having …
Shamrock Rovers confirm exit of Stephanie Zambra
Shamrock Rovers have announced that Stephanie Zambra, former player and interim manager of their senior women’s team, has left the club.
Shamrock Rovers have announced that Stephanie Zambra, …
The Boys in Green’s route to the World Cup revealed with next step in Czechia
The Republic of Ireland have been shown their road to next year’s 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
The Republic of Ireland have been shown …
World Cup play-off draw details for the Boys in Green
With Wales’ thumping of North Macedonia, the Republic of Ireland were confirmed for pot 3 in the draw and an away semi-final.
With Wales’ thumping of North Macedonia, the …
Ireland make move upwards in FIFA rankings
On the back of the most dramatic few days for the Republic of Ireland team, the Boys in Green have jumped three spots in the FIFA rankings to 59 but …
On the back of the most dramatic …
DLR Waves confirm third batch of re-signings for 2026
DLR Waves have made their third recruitment announcement of the close season, bringing to 18 the number of players re-signed for 2026.
DLR Waves have made their third recruitment …
Wexford confirm departure of management team
Wexford have announced the departure of Sean Byrne and their senior women’s management team.
Wexford have announced the departure of Sean …
Brady called up for Ireland duty as Ward names Girls in Green squad
It’s been a remarkable year for Kelly Brady, topped off by a call up to Carla Ward’s latest senior women’s Republic of Ireland squad.
It’s been a remarkable year for Kelly …
Waterford appoint Jon Daly as Head Coach
Waterford have announced the appointment of 42-year-old Jon Daly as their new Men’s First Team Head Coach. After a brief stint as Galway assistant coach, Daly will take the reins …
Waterford have announced the appointment of 42-year-old …
Bohemians captain Keith Buckley to leave club at end of contract
Bohemians have confirmed that club captain Keith Buckley will leave the club upon the expiration of his contract at the end of this month.
Bohemians have confirmed that club captain Keith …
Under 17 World Cup Preview: Ireland -v- Switzerland - Finn Sherlock: ‘It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity'
The Republic of Ireland Men’s Under-17 side have a chance to book their place in the quarter-finals of the FIFA U17 World Cup when they face Switzerland in Doha on …
The Republic of Ireland Men’s Under-17 side …
Darragh Markey departs Drogheda United as duo sign new deals
Drogheda United have confirmed that midfielder Darragh Markey will leave the club after five seasons in claret and blue.
Drogheda United have confirmed that midfielder Darragh …
World Cup play-off details for the Boys in Green
After a dramatic day in Budapest with Troy Parrott’s brilliant hat-trick securing the win over Hungary and runner-up spot in the qualifying group, what is Ireland’s route to the World …
After a dramatic day in Budapest with …
WATCH: Troy Parrott's late winner in Budapest earns World Cup play-off spot for Ireland
Hungary had twice led the game - as early as the third minute - but Parrott twice levelled before applying the dramatic winner in the sixth minute of injury time.
Hungary had twice led the game - …
Troy Parrott on ‘fairy tale’ win over Hungary that secures World Cup play-off: ‘This is why we love football, because things like this can happen’
Parrott's hat-trick, completed with an injury time winner, gave Ireland a 3-2 victory over Hungary and a place in the play-offs for the World Cup.
Parrott's hat-trick, completed with an injury time …
Parrott hat-trick delivers play-off for the Boys in Green in the most dramatic of fashions
Match Report: FIFA World Cup qualification hopes all came down to a date with destiny in Budapest for the Republic Of Ireland. And in the most unbelievable way possible the …
Match Report: FIFA World Cup qualification hopes …
World Cup Qualifier Preview: Hungary -v- Ireland
The Boys in Green head to Budapest to take on Hungary in a winner takes all game – well a winners takes all World Cup play-off (kick-off 2pm Irish time).
The Boys in Green head to Budapest …
Greece edge Scotland in chaotic Qualifier despite late fightback
Greece secured a rare victory in World Cup qualifying Group C as they overcame Scotland in Athens on Saturday night.
Greece secured a rare victory in World …
The route to the World Cup for the Boys in Green – qualification permutations and explainer for potential play-off
Ireland’s brilliant 2-0 victory over Portugal on Thursday evening has set up Sunday’s showdown with Hungary for a place in the World Cup play-offs but it has also given the …
Ireland’s brilliant 2-0 victory over Portugal on …
Hoops announce Robbie Hedderman as new CEO
Hedderman will take up his new role at Shamrock Rovers at the beginning of February when the new League of Ireland season begins.
Hedderman will take up his new role …
French start for the the Girls in Green as World Cup qualifying fixtures confirmed
Carla Ward’s Republic of Ireland side will begin their qualifying campaign for the 2027 FIFA World Cup with a home game against France on Tuesday 3 March.
Carla Ward’s Republic of Ireland side will …
Troy Parrott: ‘It’s the best night I’ve ever had in my whole life’
Troy Parrott’s brace against Portugal provided the Ireland striker with the best night of his life according to the AZ Alkmaar player.
Troy Parrott’s brace against Portugal provided the …
Parrott brace stuns Portugal as Ireland keep World Cup dream alive as Ronaldo sees red
Troy Parrott brace keeps World Cup hopes alive as Ireland defeat Portugal in Lansdowne thriller
Troy Parrott brace keeps World Cup hopes …
UEFA EURO 2028 launched with Dublin set to host seven games
UEFA EURO 2028 was officially launched with confirmation that Dublin will host seven games, including five group games, one Round of 16 game and one Quarter-Final.
UEFA EURO 2028 was officially launched with …
World Cup Qualifier Preview: Ireland -v- Portugal
Ireland know their final home game against familiar opposition is an opportunity they can’t let them pass by if they are to have any chance of progressing past the group …
Ireland know their final home game against …