Irish & International Sports News, Fixtures & Results

Australia overcame Georgia in the Stade de France

Australia see off Georgia to give Jones first win

Australia secured Eddie Jones a first win in his second spell in charge as they swept past Georgia 35-15 to open their World Cup Pool C campaign in style with a bonus-point victory at the Stade de France.

Rugby World Cup • 10 Sep 23

Duhan van der Merwe scored two tries as Scotland overwhelmed Georgia in the second half

Scotland overcome sluggish start to beat Georgia

Duhan van der Merwe led the charge with a double as five-try Scotland overcame another half-time deficit to ensure they headed off to the World Cup on a triumphant note by beating Georgia 33-6 at Murrayfield.

Rugby • 26 Aug 23

Callum McGregor netted after six minutes

In-form Scotland overcome rain delay to beat Georgia

Scotland took another step towards next summer's European Championship with a 2-0 win over Georgia in their rain-interrupted qualifier at Hampden Park.

Soccer • 21 Jun 23

Scotland-Georgia resumes following rain delay

Scotland's Euro 2024 qualifier against Georgia was interrupted for work to the pitch after torrential rain at Hampden Park, but the game is set to resume at 9.30pm (Irish time).

Soccer • 20 Jun 23

Finn Russell offloads to Sione Tuipulotu for his first try against Argentina

Autumn Nations Series team of the week

It was a mixed bag of matches in round three of the Autumn Nations Series, with players from seven countries represented including Ireland and Georgia.

Rugby • 21 Nov 22

Georgia's players celebrate at the final whistle

Georgia stun Wales with famous win in Cardiff

Wales suffered an embarrassing defeat as unfancied Georgia claimed a famous 13-12 Autumn Nations Series victory at the Principality Stadium.

Rugby • 19 Nov 22

RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Ireland WNT's big step & LOI review

Former UCD, Shamrock Rovers and Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Paul Corry and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy to reflect on the Republic of Ireland's 9-0 win in Georgia in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup qualifiers and react to the latest League of Ireland news and action.

Soccer • 28 Jun 22

Ireland are looking to secure a play-off for the World Cup by finishing second in their group

RTE to show Ireland's concluding World Cup group games

The Republic of Ireland's FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 September qualifiers will be shown live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player.

Soccer • 27 Jun 22

Katie McCabe preparing to take a penalty in the game in Tallaght

All you need to know: Georgia v Republic of Ireland

The Republic of Ireland are heavy favourites for their must-win World Cup qualifier against Georgia later in Gori.

Soccer • 27 Jun 22

Clean bill of health for Pauw ahead of crucial clash

The Republic of Ireland have a clean bill of health ahead of tomorrow's crucial World Cup Group A qualifier with Georgia.

Soccer • 26 Jun 22

The Ireland team which took to the field in Turkey for the friendly win against the Philippines

'Weathering the weather' key to Irish hopes in Georgia

Coach and RTÉ Soccer analyst Lisa Fallon previews Monday's crucial 2023 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Georgia on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast.

Soccer • 22 Jun 22

Stephanie Roche could win her 56th Ireland cap against Georgia

Roche recalled by Ireland for Georgia qualifier

Stephanie Roche has been recalled by the Republic of Ireland for their Women's World Cup qualifier against Georgia on 27 June.

Soccer • 15 Jun 22

The Georgians can now plan for the tournament in September/October next year

Georgia secure place at France 2023 after Russia's ban

Georgia have qualified for the 2023 World Cup as a result of World Rugby's decision to suspend Russia and Belarus from all cross-border competition.

Rugby • 10 Mar 22

Jess Ziu impressing on the right flank against Georgia

Ziu dreaming big after first start for Ireland

It's been quite the fortnight for Jess Ziu: from the highs of winning the league with Shelbourne to the lows of losing the cup final, before making her first start for her country in the record-breaking victory over Georgia.

Soccer • 03 Dec 21

Recap: Republic of Ireland 11-0 Georgia

Relive all the action from Tallaght Stadium as Vera Pauw's Ireland side made history in Group A of the European World Cup 2023 qualifiers.

Soccer • 30 Nov 21

Ireland enjoyed a facile victory to sign off for 2021

Record-breaking Ireland hit 11 past hapless Georgia

A record-breaking performance saw the Republic of Ireland secure a remarkable 11-0 victory over Georgia in their World Cup qualifier at Tallaght Stadium.

Soccer • 01 Dec 21

Smiling in the rain - Vera Pauw speaking to RTE Sport after the game

Proud Pauw praises players who made history in Tallaght

Vera Pauw was bursting with pride on a historic night in Tallaght Stadium as her Ireland side played their way into the record books with an 11-0 victory over Georgia.

Soccer • 01 Dec 21

Heather Payne is unavailable for the Republic of Ireland

Big chance for someone to fill Payne void - Lisa Fallon

RTÉ Soccer analyst Lisa Fallon expects the Republic of Ireland to get their World Cup qualification drive back on track with victory against Georgia tonight.

Soccer • 30 Nov 21

Kyra Carusa looks set to start in attack for Ireland

Preview: Morale-boosting win can drive World Cup push

The Republic of Ireland welcome Georgia to Tallaght Stadium for tonight's World Cup qualifier in what is now, by the manager's admission, a "must-win" game.

Soccer • 30 Nov 21

The Republic of Ireland go in search of a crucial three points against Georgia

Republic of Ireland v Georgia: All you need to know

The Republic of Ireland welcome Georgia to Tallaght Stadium with three points crucial if they're to keep their World Cup dreams alive.

Soccer • 29 Nov 21

The Republic of Ireland's next game will be a friendly against Australia

Ireland's Georgia clash postponed until next summer

The Republic of Ireland's 2023 World Cup qualifier against Georgia in Tbilisi has been pushed back to next summer.

Soccer • 08 Sep 21

Georgia coach hospitalised 'with serious lung damage'

Georgia head coach Levan Maisashvili is in severe condition in a Johannesburg hospital after testing positive for Covid-19, the Georgia Rugby Union confirmed on Saturday.

Rugby • 17 Jul 21

A member of the Lions management has tested positive for coronavirus

Lions game goes ahead despite Covid-19 disruption

The British and Irish Lions will go ahead with their match against the Sharks tonight after the touring side had earlier reported their first case of Covid-19 amid a virulent third wave in the host nation.

Rugby • 07 Jul 21