Paul Corry

SSE Airtricity League Columnist

'What happens if they don't get a move or secure their contracts? How do they pay their mortgage, or car loan?'

My friends at Bray are concerned about livelihoods

It's a worrying time for the players of Bray Wanderers, who continue to be granted a license despite continued financial problems.

Soccer • 06 Jul 18

"I had seen him play over the years but never knew how good he actually is until I trained and played with him at Rovers."

Graham Burke's move shows patience is the key

Graham Burke's desire and hard work is an example for other League of Ireland players to follow.

Soccer • 14 Jun 18

'Being a professional footballer is the best job in the world, but we need to think about those who fail to achieve their dream. What will they do for the rest of their lives?'

Studious League of Ireland passing the education exam

More than ever, education is a crucial part of a young footballer's development and League of Ireland clubs are investing in their players' futures both on and off the pitch.

Soccer • 07 Jun 18

St Pat's have been a feelgood story in what can be a ruthless game.

Saints' faith in Buckley the feelgood story of the year

St Pat's are on the rise - and it's all down to backing a good manager who sticks to his principles.

Soccer • 18 May 18

'In order for them to be able to compete at this level, and maybe even improve, that budget will need to be maintained, if not increased'

Limerick supporters row has potential to hurt the club

At a time when Limerick need stability, they have been rocked by an unwelcome fallout.

Soccer • 11 May 18

Graham Burke is cut from the same cloth as Wes Hoolahan

Graham Burke is a star and he deserves an Ireland call

Graham Burke is destined for great things, and Martin O'Neill should seriously think about bringing him into his Republic of Ireland panel.

Soccer • 03 May 18

'Martin will bring a buzz and an energy to their training sessions, to the dressing room and most importantly to their performances'

Russell the right man to turn around struggling Bray

Having worked under Martin Russell, Paul Corry believes the former UCD and Limerick boss can help the Premier Division's bottom side to be more competitive in what is already a relegation battle.

Soccer • 26 Apr 18

Ireland women's team moving closer to realising dream

The Republic of Ireland have never qualified for a major women's tournament, but given their form in 2019 World Cup qualification to date, that could be about to change.

Soccer • 05 Apr 18

'League of Ireland sides either had no team at all at underage level or, at best, a set-up that they struggled to finance.'

LOI clubs making presence felt in Irish underage set-up

Paul Corry remembers a time when League of Ireland clubs had little or no representation on Republic of Ireland underage teams. But things are changing.

Soccer • 30 Mar 18

"I have always worried about players in the league and how they will deal with the transition from the pitch to the workplace"

What to do after football? That's the €1000 question

Paul Corry ponders the notion of a wage cap in the League of Ireland, and looks to the likes of Ronan Finn to inspire fellow players to think about life after football.

Soccer • 20 Mar 18