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FAI CEO Jonathan Hill said the decision had been reached following a grassroots webinar on Monday.

FAI to allow grassroots leagues to complete seasons

The FAI has confirmed that grassroots soccer competitions for the 2020-21 season that had got underway prior to lockdown can be completed between 7 June and 18 July.

Soccer • 21 May 21

FAI was €70m in red before Government-led bail-out

The Football Association of Ireland has announced a loss of €5.1million for the financial year 2019 and revealed debts had reached almost €70m before the rescue package announced in January 2020.

Soccer • 07 Dec 20

The Republic of Ireland players at Wembley prior to the international friendly defeat to England

FAI to examine England pre-match video

The Football Association of Ireland plans to examine a video that was shown to the Ireland squad prior to the recent international friendly with England.

Soccer • 19 Nov 20

Derry City are unable to fulfil the fixture at Tallaght Stadium

FAI confirms Shamrock Rovers-Derry City game is off

The FAI has confirmed that Derry City are unable to fulfil Wednesday evening's fixture against newly crowned champions Shamrock Rovers and the matter is being referred to the association's disciplinary committee.

Soccer • 27 Oct 20

Jonathan Hill will take over as FAI CEO in November

FAI announce Jonathan Hill as new CEO

The FAI have confirmed that Jonathan Hill will take over as new CEO from 1 November 2020.

Soccer • 16 Oct 20

Amateur soccer in Donegal has been halted

Amateur football in Donegal halted as Covid rates rise

The FAI has announced the cessation of all adult amateur and underage football matches in Donegal following the introduction of Level 3 Covid-19 restrictions.

Soccer • 25 Sep 20

Niall Quinn will be stepping down from his role with the FAI

Niall Quinn to depart role with FAI

Niall Quinn is to step away from his role as interim deputy CEO of the FAI.

Soccer • 07 Sep 20

FAI announce compromise on term limits ahead of EGM

The FAI has announced that the Government is satisfied for council members with more than 10 years service to stand for re-election, ahead of an EGM to confirm a Memorandum of Understanding agreed as part of the €30m bailout of the association.

Soccer • 29 Aug 20

'If I look back, we probably didn't do enough to value what people have done in the game'

Quinn keen to stay on as he calls for FAI unity

FAI Interim deputy CEO Niall Quinn says he would keen to stay on with the association as he sounded an emollient and positive note ahead of Monday's EGM.

Soccer • 25 Aug 20

The likes of Dundalk and Linfield have met in recent years in cross-border competitions like the Unite the Union Champions Cup

Premier Division clubs call for all-island league

The 10 SSE Airtricity League Premier Division clubs have written to the Football Association of Ireland urging them to submit a proposal for an all-island League to UEFA for consideration.

Soccer • 20 Jul 20

Charlton passed away at the age of 85 having been diagnosed with lymphoma in the last year while also battling dementia

FIFA president Infantino pays tribute to Charlton

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has offered his sympathies on the passing of Jack Charlton, stating the former Republic of Ireland manager "will forever stay in our memories".

Soccer • 14 Jul 20

The 19 League of Ireland clubs will be involved in the FAI Cup draw

FAI Cup closed to non-league clubs for 2020

The Football Association of Ireland has confirmed that the 2020 Extra.ie FAI Cup will be only be open to League of Ireland clubs.

Soccer • 10 Jul 20

Fresh hopes are emerging that the league can resume in August

League of Ireland return closer after new FAI proposals

The League of Ireland appears to be inching closer to an August return after another day of talks with the Football Association of Ireland.

Soccer • 18 Jun 20

'They're three completely different challenges that await us but I've no fear because the group we have is exceptional'

Crawford: 'Exceptional' U21s can reach first ever Euros

Republic of Ireland U21 manager Jim Crawford labelled the crop of players under his watch as an "exceptional group" but stressed that there needed to be greater investment in Ireland's academy structure to produce footballers over the longer term.

Soccer • 24 May 20

FAI extend deadline on nominations for president

The FAI has extended the nomination period for candidates for president and vice-president of the association until 25 July due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Soccer • 17 Apr 20

FAI have 'productive' meeting with League Executive

The FAI have described a meeting with the National League Executive Committee as 'productive' as they seek a response to the on-going coronavirus pandemic.

Soccer • 19 Mar 20

Extraordinary circumstances mean tough calls for FAI

RTÉ Soccer correspondent Tony O'Donoghue reflects on UEFA's decision to postpone Euro 2020 for a year and what that may mean for the succession plan from Mick McCarthy to Stephen Kenny.

Soccer • 17 Mar 20

The FAI are currently voting by email with a result expected this evening

FAI vote in favour of €50 million rescue deal

Members of the FAI Council have voted to support the banking element of the €50 million rescue deal negotiated in January.

Soccer • 16 Mar 20

FAI issue handshake ban over Covid-19 outbreak

The FAI have announced that players are barred from shaking hands with opponents and officials "until further notice" in a bid to contain the spread of the coronavirus outbreak.

Soccer • 09 Mar 20

The three main stakeholders have been working behind the scenes to complete a deal

FAI rescue package set to be announced today

Details of a refinancing arrangement for the Football Association of Ireland involving the Government, UEFA and the Bank of Ireland are due to be announced later today.

Soccer • 30 Jan 20

Gerry McAnaney received 88 votes at Saturday's EGM

McAnaney elected as new FAI president

Gerry McAnaney is the new president of the Football Association of Ireland after defeating Sligo Rovers chairman Martin Heraghty by 88 votes to 40 at Saturday's EGM.

Soccer • 26 Jan 20

Limerick FC can apply to enter this season's Airtricity League

FAI reaches agreement with Limerick FC

Limerick FC have been given the green light by the FAI to apply for a licence to compete in this season's Airtricity League.

Soccer • 17 Jan 20

Earley stands down from place on FAI board

Schoolboys Football Association of Ireland chairman John Earley has resigned from the FAI board with immediate effect.

Soccer • 13 Dec 19

The FAI will send representatives to the Oireachtas on Wednesday

Minister Ross unavailable for Wednesday's FAI meeting

The Minister for Sport will not attend the emergency Oireactas Committee meeting that will examine the financial situation at the FAI.

Soccer • 09 Dec 19

Menton: Government and FIFA intervention needed for FAI

Former FAI treasurer and general secretary Brendan Menton believes intervention from the government, FIFA and further support from UEFA is necessary to keep the FAI a going concern.

Soccer • 09 Dec 19