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24 June 2025; Denise O’Sullivan during a Republic of Ireland women training session at North Area Athletic Complex in Arvada, Colorado, USA. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

O'Sullivan and Campbell added to Ward's injury list

Denise O'Sullivan and Megan Campbell have been ruled out of the Republic of Ireland's friendly against the USA in Colorado.

Soccer • 25 Jun

3 December 2024; Denise O'Sullivan, left, and Niamh Fahey of Republic of Ireland after the UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Play-off Round Two second leg match between Republic of Ireland and Wales at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfil

O'Sullivan using Euros pain to fuel World Cup mission

Denise O'Sullivan is still scarred by the Republic of Ireland's failure to reach this summer's Euros, but the Cork midfielder is confident the Girls in Green are on the right path as they look towards the World Cup in 2027.

Soccer • 05 Jun

Denise O'Sullivan: 'I love representing Ireland'

O'Sullivan sets rules of engagement for Greek collision

Denise O'Sullivan will wear the Republic of Ireland captain's armband for the fourth time against Greece tonight as she closes in on Emma Byrne's all-time appearance record.

Soccer • 08 Apr

Denise O'Sullivan: 'There is a new energy about the team'

O'Sullivan doubles down on support for Healy

Denise O'Sullivan has doubled down on her support for Colin Healy as the fallout from his departure as Republic of Ireland assistant coach continues.

Soccer • 24 Feb

Denise O'Sullivan has often had to take on deeper roles within the Irish midfield

Graham: Ireland newcomer Filis could free up O'Sullivan

Republic of Ireland newcomer Mel Filis could be the player who could give Denise O'Sullivan more freedom to influence the game in an attacking sense, according to Shelbourne midfielder and former international Rachel Graham.

Soccer • 18 Feb

Denise O'Sullivan on Colin Healy departure: 'It left a bad taste in my mouth, the way that happened'

O'Sullivan: FAI 'lacked class' in treatment of Healy

Republic of Ireland international Denise O'Sullivan has again hit out at the FAI over their handling of Colin Healy's departure from the women's managerial set-up.

Soccer • 05 Feb

(L to R): Amber Barrett, Diane Caldwell, Colin Healy, Denise O'Sullivan and Grace Moloney

O'Sullivan questions FAI's call to cut ties with Healy

Denise O'Sullivan has described Colin Healy as a "major loss" to the Republic of Ireland and questioned the FAI's decision to cut ties with the coach.

Soccer • 29 Dec 24

Denise O'Sullivan: 'We'll need every single person in this squad'

O'Sullivan: The goal is to get to the Euros

Republic of Ireland playmaker Denise O'Sullivan is ready to roll into a huge Euro 2025 play-off final against familiar foes Wales next month with the ambition crystal clear: qualify for a first ever Women's European Championships.

Soccer • 30 Oct 24

O'Sullivan agrees new deal to stay at NC Courage

Republic of Ireland star Denise O'Sulivan has agreed a fresh two-year deal with North Carolina Courage, ending speculation she could move to Manchester United.

Soccer • 29 Jul 24

Eileen Gleeson (R) salutes the crowd after Ireland's defeat

O'Sullivan out for Stockholm but Gleeson stays positive

Denise O'Sullivan has no chance of featuring in the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2025 qualifier against Sweden in Stockholm on Tuesday night, as Eileen Gleeson looks to rally her side for another seismic challenge.

Soccer • 31 May 24

Head coach Eileen Gleeson and Denise O'Sullivan at training on Thursday

O'Sullivan and Littlejohn to miss Sweden showdown

Republic of Ireland midfielders Denise O'Sullivan and Ruesha Littlejohn are out of tonight's Euro 2025 qualifier showdown against Sweden at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 31 May 24

Denise O'Sullivan is touch and go for Friday's clash against Sweden

Gleeson to make 'late call' on O'Sullivan for Swedes

Denise O'Sullivan is a doubt for the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2025 qualifier against Sweden at the Aviva Stadium on Friday, with the star midfielder in a race against time to prove she's fully recovered from a knee injury.

Soccer • 30 May 24

Ireland go through their paces at the Aviva Stadium

Preview: A daunting but achievable mission for Ireland

The Republic of Ireland welcome world number six-ranked Sweden to the Aviva Stadium as they look to get their first points on the board in the Euro 2025 qualifiers.

Soccer • 31 May 24

Denise O'Sullivan: 'We're here to compete'

Ireland not here to make up the numbers - O'Sullivan

Denise O'Sullivan typified the defiantly confident mood around the Republic of Ireland camp as they prepare to take on France in their opening Euro 2025 qualifier.

Soccer • 05 Apr 24

Denise O'Sullivan will miss the two friendly games

O'Sullivan ruled out for Ireland, Peamount duo added

Denise O'Sullivan has been ruled out of the Republic of Ireland's international friendlies against Italy and Wales due to injury with Peamount United teenager Jess Fitzgerald getting a first senior call-up.

Soccer • 19 Feb 24

Jamie Finn (L) runs to celebrate with Denise O'Sullivan after her winner

O'Sullivan eyes more big days at Aviva after promotion

Denise O'Sullivan has her eyes on some big days at the Aviva Stadium in the spring after the Republic of Ireland sealed promotion to League A of the UEFA Nations League.

Soccer • 01 Nov 23

Katie McCabe (L) celebrates with match-winner Denise O'Sullivan

Ireland rain supreme to earn Nations League promotion

The Republic of Ireland have been promoted to the League A of the UEFA Nations League after an 88th-minute Denise O'Sullivan strike saw them overcome a weather-enforced delay and atrocious conditions to dig out a 1-0 win in Albania.

Soccer • 31 Oct 23

O'Sullivan: Katie is at the peak of her powers

Denise O'Sullivan says her Republic of Ireland team-mate Katie McCabe is currently at the peak of her powers and hellbent on leading her country back to another major tournament.

Soccer • 26 Oct 23

Eileen Gleeson (L) with Denise O'Sullivan

Gleeson targets more good vibes as Albania come to town

Eileen Gleeson is hoping to rack up two wins and a few goals against world No 72-ranked Albania this week, but the Republic of Ireland interim boss remains adamant she's not in the frame to replace Vera Pauw on a permanent basis.

Soccer • 26 Oct 23

Kyra Carusa helped San Diego Wave to their first piece of silverware

Carusa helps San Diego Wave to maiden NWSL Shield

Ireland forward Kyra Carusa picked up silverware on Sunday, as part of the San Diego Wave side that won the team's first ever NWSL Shield.

Soccer • 16 Oct 23

O'Sullivan got the Player of the Match award

Ireland's style shift a hit with O'Sullivan

Denise O'Sullivan commended the Republic of Ireland's attempt to try "new things" after brushing aside Hungary 4-0 in Budapest.

Soccer • 27 Sep 23

Randy Waldrum: 'She is very, very gifted and talented technically'

'I'm so proud' - Nigeria boss eyes O'Sullivan reunion

Nigeria manager Randy Waldrum has spoken of his pride and admiration for Republic of Ireland midfielder Denise O'Sullivan ahead of the countries' World Cup clash on Monday.

FIFA Women's World Cup • 30 Jul 23

Denise O'Sullivan: 'This is a fantastic squad that gives 100%'

O'Sullivan wants a performance for 'fantastic' fans

Denise O'Sullivan has promised the Republic of Ireland will pick themselves up off the canvas to deliver a performance for the fans in their final World Cup group game against Nigeria on Monday.

FIFA Women's World Cup • 29 Jul 23

Denise O'Sullivan: 'I want to do everything I can to be at my best for this team'

Shin é - O'Sullivan on Canada, Cork and Colombia

Republic of Ireland midfielder Denise O'Sullivan reflects on the drama of her injury scare, squaring up to Australia in front of over 75,000 fans and the burning ambition to do her country and Cork proud.

FIFA Women's World Cup • 22 Jul 23

Denise O'Sullivan in Ireland training in Brisbane

O'Sullivan on track to start against Australia

Republic of Ireland midfielder Denise O'Sullivan is on track to start against Australia in Thursday's World Cup group opener in Sydney.

FIFA Women's World Cup • 18 Jul 23

Denise OSullivan

O'Sullivan and Campbell added to Ward's injury list

O'Sullivan using Euros pain to fuel World Cup mission

O'Sullivan sets rules of engagement for Greek collision

O'Sullivan doubles down on support for Healy

Graham: Ireland newcomer Filis could free up O'Sullivan

O'Sullivan: FAI 'lacked class' in treatment of Healy

O'Sullivan questions FAI's call to cut ties with Healy

O'Sullivan: The goal is to get to the Euros

O'Sullivan agrees new deal to stay at NC Courage

O'Sullivan out for Stockholm but Gleeson stays positive

O'Sullivan and Littlejohn to miss Sweden showdown

Gleeson to make 'late call' on O'Sullivan for Swedes

Preview: A daunting but achievable mission for Ireland

Ireland not here to make up the numbers - O'Sullivan

O'Sullivan ruled out for Ireland, Peamount duo added

O'Sullivan eyes more big days at Aviva after promotion

Ireland rain supreme to earn Nations League promotion

O'Sullivan: Katie is at the peak of her powers

Gleeson targets more good vibes as Albania come to town

Carusa helps San Diego Wave to maiden NWSL Shield

Ireland's style shift a hit with O'Sullivan

'I'm so proud' - Nigeria boss eyes O'Sullivan reunion

O'Sullivan wants a performance for 'fantastic' fans

Shin é - O'Sullivan on Canada, Cork and Colombia

O'Sullivan on track to start against Australia