Irish & International Sports News, Fixtures & Results

David Harte: 'There's a big buzz around hockey at the moment in Ireland.'

'Ireland Women put hockey on map - we want to push on'

Goalkeeper David Harte believes Irish hockey is on the crest of a wave that he hopes will sweep the Green Machine all the way to Tokyo 2020.

Hockey • 14 May 19

Ireland's Conor Harte battles with Liam Sanford for possession during the World Cup defeat to England

England too strong as Ireland make World Cup exit

England put paid to Ireland's hopes of progression to the knockout stages of the Men's Hockey World Cup in India with an absorbing 4-2 win in Bhubaneswar, India.

Hockey • 07 Dec 18

Australia proved to be too strong for Ireland

Ireland edged out by world champions in India

Ireland went down 2-1 against defending champions Australia in their Hockey World Cup opening game in Odisha, India.

Hockey • 30 Nov 18

Ireland edge past England in tight Spanish battle

Ireland's men kicked off their Four Nations tournament in Spain with a dogged 2-1 defeat of England.

Hockey • 29 Oct 18

The Ireland team celebrate with their medals

Huge numbers watch Irish hockey heroes claim silver

Ireland's hockey World Cup final clash with the Netherlands was watched by a peak of 439,100 people, RTÉ's highest viewing figures for a sporting event outside GAA, rugby or soccer since Katie Taylor's 2012 Olympic triumph.

Hockey • 07 Aug 18

Ireland head coach Graham Shaw says he was "overwhelmed" by his team's effort

'They fight for every single moment they have together'

Ireland head coach Graham Shaw heaped praise on his team's remarkable bond after they marched into the Hockey World Cup final, and said they'll savour every single second of their dream journey.

Hockey • 05 Aug 18

Recap: Ireland beat Spain in nerve-shredding shootout

Ireland scored an incredible victory over Spain to book their place in the Hockey World Cup final. Read back on how it happened.

Other sport • 04 Aug 18

Ireland are two matches away from the World Cup final

'Memories you keep for life' - Ireland's WC adventure

Assistant coach Arlene Boyles spoke to Declan Whooley ahead of Ireland's Women's Hockey World Cup quarter-final and says the team are eager to continue their remarkable journey.

Hockey • 02 Aug 18

Anna O'Flanagan (L) celebrates with Shirley McCay after the win against India

Huge sacrifices make this all the sweeter - O'Flanagan

Ireland's goalscoring hero Anna O'Flanagan showered praise on here team-mates and all the players' families after the Green Machine pulled off another incredible Women's Hockey World Cup victory to make the quarter-finals in London.

Hockey • 27 Jul 18

Alexander Cox named new Ireland men's hockey coach

Alexander Cox has been unveiled as the new head coach of Ireland men's hockey team.

Hockey • 23 Jul 18

Conor Harte scored Ireland's second goal against Spain in their 5 Nations tournament game

Ireland edged out by Spain in 5 Nations game

Ireland suffered a narrow defeat to host nation Spain in their second 5 Nations tournament game on Tuesday afternoon.

Hockey • 30 Jan 18

Green Machine ease past Canada in Spain

Ireland eased to victory over Canada at the invitational 5 Nations Tournament in Spain thanks to a second-quarter goal rush.

Hockey • 29 Jan 18

Ireland qualify for World Cup with victory over NZ

The Green Machine have booked their place at the 2018 World Cup in India with a 1-0 victory over New Zealand.

Hockey • 22 Jul 17

Hockey Ireland announce World League warm-ups

Ireland will play a three-match series that will see the Green Machine take on Pakistan in Lisnagarvey Hockey Club as part of their preparation for World League.

Hockey • 11 May 17

David Harte made his debut for Ireland in 2006 and has 181 caps

Ireland's David Harte named Goalkeeper of the Year

Ireland captain David Harte says he is honoured to have been named as the International Hockey Federation (FIH) Goalkeeper of the Year for the second time in a row.

Hockey • 23 Feb 17