Anthony Pyne

Julie-Ann Russell (far right) celebrates her goal in Tallaght

Ireland coast into play-off final with routine win

The Republic of Ireland coasted into the Euro 2025 play-off final with a 3-0 defeat of a limited, but doggedly committed Georgia at Tallaght Stadium.

Soccer • 29 Oct 24

Eileen Gleeson wants a strong performance against Georgia

Gleeson promises Ireland will be 'ruthless' in Tallaght

Eileen Gleeson has promised her Republic of Ireland team will be "ruthless" against Georgia tomorrow night, insisting their 6-0 first-leg victory has not suppressed a collective appetite to impress on home soil.

Soccer • 28 Oct 24

Marissa Sheva: 'I've been absolutely buzzing to be back'

Sheva banishes Sydney demons and eyes bright horizons

Marissa Sheva couldn't hide her delight as she ended her Republic of Ireland exile with a bright cameo and a fine goal against Georgia. Now the 27-year-old is aiming to reboot her international career.

Soccer • 28 Oct 24

Abbie Larkin (L) with Izzy Atkinson after Ireland's win in Georgia

'I'm so proud of myself' - Larkin hungry to kick on

It was a good night for Abbie Larkin, who couldn't take the smile off her face as she sat down for her post-match media duties after helping the Republic of Ireland hammer Georgia 6-0.

Soccer • 26 Oct 24

Eileen Gleeson: 'We'll aim to definitely not be complacent'

Gleeson won't 'relax' but ready to give youth a chance

Republic of Ireland head coach Eileen Gleeson insists her side won't "relax" for Tuesday's play-off semi-final second leg against Georgia, but admitted a six-goal buffer affords her the opportunity to give more fringe players a spin in Tallaght.

Soccer • 25 Oct 24

Katie McCabe (L) celebrates her second goal

McCabe fires brace as Ireland grind down plucky Georgia

The Republic of Ireland had to be patient in Tbilisi, but their superior quality and fitness ultimatey told as they planted one foot in the Euro 2025 play-off final with a 6-0 win against Georgia.

Soccer • 25 Oct 24

Denise O'Sullivan and Niamh Fahey during training at Mikheil Meskhi Stadium II in Tbilisi

Preview: Ireland complacency the main danger in Tbilisi

The Republic of Ireland take on a Georgia side ranked 118th in the world in this evening's Euro 2025 play-off semi-final first leg. It could be a golden opportunity for those on the fringes of the squad to remind Eileen Gleeson what they're capable of.

Soccer • 25 Oct 24

Jessie Stapleton: 'I'm absolutely loving it'

Stapleton on life with the Black Cats and Irish targets

An energised Jessie Stapleton is hoping for a golden opportunity to impress in a green shirt this week after making another fresh start in her young career.

Soccer • 22 Oct 24

Julie-Ann Russell (R) made a brilliant impact against England and France

Russell says Ireland U23s would help League of Ireland

Julie-Ann Russell says the formation of a Republic of Ireland Under-23s would benefit the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division and the national senior team as a crucial bridge between both levels of football.

Soccer • 21 Oct 24

Shelbourne celebrate their FAI Cup triumph

'Everything clicked' - Boss Wearen toasts superb Shels

Shelbourne boss Eoin Wearen toasted a Sports Direct Women's FAI Cup final glory a year in the making after watching his side overwhelm league champions Athlone Town on Sunday.

Soccer • 20 Oct 24