Irish & International Sports News, Fixtures & Results

Chris Coleman is eager to bring his Wales side to Dublin

Coleman relishing trip to face in-form Ireland

Wales manager Chris Coleman is expecting a fantastic atmosphere when his side visit Dublin to play a Republic of Ireland side he admits "deserve to be top" of European World Cup qualifying Group D.

Soccer • 14 Nov 16

David Alaba (L) believes luck deserted Austria against Ireland

Alaba curses luck of the Irish after costly defeat

David Alaba cursed the luck of the Irish after Austria's damaging 1-0 defeat to Martin O'Neill's men in Vienna on Saturday evening.

Soccer • 12 Nov 16

Martin O'Neill was pleased with his side's fighting spirit

O'Neill hails Irish resilience after win

Martin O’Neill hailed his side’s resilience and strength of character following Ireland’s remarkable World Cup qualifying victory over Austria in Vienna.

Soccer • 13 Nov 16

Martin O'Neill's men cleared a significant hurdle on the road to Russia

O’Neill staying grounded despite historic victory

Republic of Ireland manager Martin O’Neill insists that it’s too early to get carried away with thoughts of the 2018 World Cup, despite earning a major victory in the quest for qualifying for Russia.

Soccer • 12 Nov 16

Seamus Coleman salutes the travelling support

Coleman proud of players and the fans

Seamus Coleman toasted a "massive" three points as he paid tribute to his team-mates and the travelling Green Army after the Republic of Ireland's 1-0 defeat of Austria.

Soccer • 12 Nov 16

James McClean scores early in the second half

McClean strike helps Ireland to crucial away win

A second-half strike from James McClean has handed the Republic of Ireland a crucial win in their World Cup qualifier tie against Austria.

Soccer • 03 Dec 16

Harry Arter has been named to start in midfield

Ireland line-up includes Arter and Hoolahan

Harry Arter is to make his first competitive start as Martin O'Neill names an attacking line-up for the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Austria.

Soccer • 12 Nov 16

Austria v Republic of Ireland recap

Martin O'Neill's Republic of Ireland took a major step towards qualifying for the 2018 World Cup in Russia with a hard fought victory over Austrian in Vienna. See how it all unfolded here.

Soccer • 12 Nov 16

Harry Arter is hoping to help Ireland to victory over Austria today

Ireland commitment was never in doubt - Arter

Harry Arter is ready to help the Republic of Ireland take a major step towards World Cup qualification as the midfielder again reaffirmed his commitment to the national side.

Soccer • 12 Nov 16

Martin O'Neill at training earlier this week

Decisions, decisions again for O'Neill in Austria

Ireland manager Martin O’Neill has some big decisions to make ahead of Saturday evening’s World Cup qualifier against Austria in Vienna, where a draw would be welcomed.

Soccer • 12 Nov 16

Marcel Koller is hoping to plot Ireland's downfall today

Koller expecting stern test from Ireland

Austria manager Marcel Koller is expecting a tough game against a Republic of Ireland side he says are well organised in defence when the countries clash in a World Cup qualifier in Vienna today.

Soccer • 12 Nov 16

Austria have made a mediocre start to the qualifying campaign

Martin O'Neill wary of wounded Austria

Martin O’Neill believes that Austria will be looking to make amends for their poor start to their World Cup qualifying campaign as they host the Republic of Ireland in Vienna on Saturday evening.

Soccer • 03 Dec 16

Ronald Koeman won't be waiting by the phone

O'Neill to call Koeman... after Trump and Clinton

Martin O'Neill has added Everton manager Ronald Koeman to his "to call" list - but only after he has spoken to Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton.

Soccer • 11 Nov 16

James McClean had been struggling with a back injury

O'Neill confident McClean on track for Austria

Martin O'Neill is confident James McClean will give the Republic of Ireland a very welcome fitness boost for the crunch World Cup qualifier in Vienna tomorrow evening.

Soccer • 11 Nov 16

Julian Baumgartlinger: 'The Euros are in the past, they are not important any more.'

Baumgartlinger backs Austria to rediscover swagger

Skipper Julian Baumgartlinger has warned Austria's Group D rivals not to write off their hopes of World Cup qualification.

Soccer • 11 Nov 16

Harry Arter has been making his case with some fine Premier League displays.

Cunningham: Irish have nothing to fear in Vienna

Kenny Cunningham believes Ireland have little to fear from Austria in Vienna on Saturday evening, and says Martin O'Neill's side should feel confident of taking at least a point from the vital World Cup qualifier.

Soccer • 11 Nov 16

Ireland midfielder O'Kane ruled out of Austria tie

Ireland manager Martin O’Neill has lost another midfield option for Saturday’s World Cup qualifier with Austria after Eunan O’Kane was ruled out with a groin injury.

Soccer • 10 Nov 16

Martin O'Neill's side face Austria in Vienna

RTÉ Sport to broadcast Austria web special

RTÉ Sport will broadcast a web-only special following the Republic of Ireland’s World Cup qualifier with Austria this evening on a bumper Saturday of live sports coverage.

Soccer • 12 Nov 16

Callum O'Dowda has received some invaluable advice from captain Seamus Coleman

O'Dowda reflects on 'crazy' year ahead of Austria

Callum O'Dowda will head for Austria hoping a "crazy" year still has more in store for him as he makes his way on the international stage.

Soccer • 10 Nov 16

Darren Randolph looks set to start in Vienna

Randolph believes Ireland can frustrate Austria

Darren Randolph has warned Austria they could be in for a frustrating evening as the Republic of Ireland attempt to maintain a promising start to their World Cup qualifying campaign.

Soccer • 10 Nov 16

Robert Almer is expected to be sidelined for up to six months

Austria depleted of key men ahead of Ireland match

Austria have been shorn of three of their first-team regulars ahead of Saturday’s 2018 World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland in Vienna.

Soccer • 10 Nov 16

Darren Randolph trains at Abbotstown with other members of the Ireland squad

Ireland duty provides welcome fillip for Randolph

Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Darren Randolph is looking forward to his return to the international stage on Saturday as he endures a difficult period at club level with West Ham.

Soccer • 10 Nov 16

James McClean has scored two goals in the campaign so far

McClean trains alone due to back injury

James McClean trained alone today as he aims to overcome a back injury ahead of the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifier with Austria in Vienna on Saturday.

Soccer • 10 Nov 16