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Evan Ferguson was substituted early in Roma's Serie A clash against Parma

Ferguson injury concern for Ireland ahead of qualifiers

The Republic of Ireland may be sweating on the fitness of Evan Ferguson ahead of next month's World Cup qualifying double-header after the striker was taken off injured while playing for Roma, while Ipwich forward Sammie Smodzics has undergone a knee operation.

Soccer • 13 hrs

Republic of Ireland head coach Carla Ward celebrates after the UEFA Women's Nations League A/B promotion/relegation play-off second leg match between Belgium and Republic of Ireland at The King Power At Den Dreef Stadium in Leuven, Belgium.

Graham: Ireland have opened up 'easier route' to Brazil

While Girls in Green fans can look forward to some high-profile fixtures against Europe's elite after achieving promotion from the second tier of the UEFA Women's Nations League, the real bonus lies further down the line on the road towards the next World Cup, according to Rachel Graham.

Soccer • 11 hrs

Soccer Podcast thumbnail with presenter Raf Diallo

Ireland's promotion party, U17 World Cup and LOI climax

Rachel Graham, Paul Corry and Graham Gartland join Raf Diallo on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast as we discuss Ireland's promotion play-off win over Belgium, look ahead to the final round of Men's Premier Division action, talk LOI in Europe, First Division play-offs and an exciting U17 World Cup squad.

Soccer • 16 hrs

Ramon Martos of Republic of Ireland celebrates with teammate Jaden Umeh, left, after scoring their side's first goalduring the UEFA U17 European Championships Round 1 qualifier match between Scotland and Republic of Ireland at Inver Park in Larne, Antrim.

Ireland have 'good chance' of deep run at U17 World Cup

The Republic of Ireland have a good chance of making a deep run at the upcoming FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar, according to Graham Gartland, who has coached a portion of the squad.

Soccer • 2 hrs

28 October 2025; Republic of Ireland players, from left, Jess Ziu, Kyra Carusa and Caitlin Hayes celebrate after the UEFA Women's Nations League A/B promotion/relegation play-off second leg match between Belgium and Republic of Ireland at The King Power A

Hayes thankful to quieten 'loud and proud' Belgian fans

The Republic of Ireland's Caitlin Hayes described playing away from home as 'hostile' and explained she never felt extra time was going to be required to secure the win in her side's 5-4 aggregate win over Belgium in the Nations League play-off.

Soccer • 15 hrs

Republic of Ireland head coach Carla Ward and Abbie Larkin of Republic of Ireland celebrate after the UEFA Women's Nations League A/B promotion/relegation play-off second leg match between Belgium and Republic of Ireland at The King Power At Den Dreef Sta

'I'd love England at Wembley' - Ward eyes next level

Republic of Ireland boss Carla Ward made no secret of her ideal opponents in next year's World Cup qualifiers – she wants a crack at her native England.

Soccer • 29 Oct

28 October 2025; Abbie Larkin of Republic of Ireland celebrates after the UEFA Women's Nations League A/B promotion/relegation play-off second leg match between Belgium and Republic of Ireland at The King Power At Den Dreef Stadium in Leuven, Belgium. Pho

'I actually was about to start crying' - Larkin

Abbie Larkin's 90th-minute strike delivered a dramatic 5-4 aggregate victory for the Republic of Ireland over Belgium, with the Ringsend flyer admitting that her unforgettable goal was all the more special as her family were on hand to witness it.

Soccer • 28 Oct

28 October 2025; Abbie Larkin of Republic of Ireland scores her side's first goal during the UEFA Women's Nations League A/B promotion/relegation play-off second leg match between Belgium and Republic of Ireland at The King Power At Den Dreef Stadium in L

Supersub Larkin earns Ireland dramatic play-off success

Abbie Larkin lifted home a dramatic 90th-minute goal to squeeze the Republic of Ireland past Belgium 5-4 on aggregate after a 2-1 loss in a pulsating Nations League promotion/relegation play-off in Leuven.

Soccer • 28 Oct

28 October 2025; Abbie Larkin of Republic of Ireland, centre, celebrates with teammates after scoring her side's first goal during the UEFA Women's Nations League A/B promotion/relegation play-off second leg match between Belgium and Republic of Ireland a

Women's Nations League recap: Belgium 2-1 Ireland (4-5)

Follow all the action from Leuven as the Republic of Ireland look to build on their first-leg win and secure promotion to group A of the UEFA Women's Nations League.

Soccer • 28 Oct

Danielle Maxwell of Northern Ireland celebrates after scoring her team's first goal during the UEFA Women's Nations League league phase game between Romania and Northern Ireland at Arcul de Triumf Stadium in Bucharest, Romania, on April 4, 2025.

Northern Ireland's Iceland clash falls foul of snow

Northern Ireland's Nations League play-off second leg against Iceland in Reykjavik has been postponed due to heavy snow.

Soccer • 28 Oct

Laura Deloose of Belgium in action against Republic of Ireland players Katie McCabe, left, and Denise O’Sullivan during the UEFA Women's Nations League promotion/relegation play-off first leg match between Republic of Ireland and Belgium at the Aviva Stad

Jarrett: Ireland have enough to hold off Belgium rally

Former Republic of Ireland striker Rianna Jarrett expects Belgium to come out firing in tonight's UEFA Women's Nations League play-off second leg but believes the Girls in Green have enough to hold onto their first leg advantage.

Soccer • 28 Oct

24 October 2025; Belgium goalkeeper Nicky Evrard gathers a ball ahead of Denise O’Sullivan and Ruesha Littlejohn of Republic of Ireland during the UEFA Women's Nations League A/B promotion/relegation play-off first leg match between Republic of Ireland an

Republic of Ireland v Belgium - All you need to know

The Republic of Ireland head to Leuven with promotion to League A in their own hands after a 4-2 first-leg win. Here's all you need to know for the return leg in Belgium.

Soccer • 28 Oct

Belgium head coach Elísabet Gunnarsdóttir during the UEFA Women's Nations League A/B promotion/relegation play-off first leg match between Republic of Ireland and Belgium at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin

Hallgrimsson protege Gunnarsdottir plots Irish downfall

Paths criss-cross all the time in football, so it's no great surprise that the career of Belgium boss Elisabet Gunnarsdottir has swerved into Irish-hued lanes a few times.

Soccer • 28 Oct

Dublin , Ireland - 24 October 2025; Aoife Mannion of Republic of Ireland and Lisa Petry of Belgium during the UEFA Women's Nations League A/B promotion/relegation play-off first leg match between Republic of Ireland and Belgium at the Aviva Stadium in Dub

'They've a free hit' - Mannion braced for Belgian storm

Republic of Ireland defender Aoife Mannion has warned any complacency will be punished in Belgium as the Girls in Green look to finish off the job in their Nations League promotion/relegation play-off tomorrow night.

Soccer • 27 Oct

Katie McCabe of Republic of Ireland after the UEFA Women's Nations League A/B promotion/relegation play-off first leg match between Republic of Ireland and Belgium at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

McCabe warns Ireland to stay 'humble' after Belgium win

Katie McCabe gathered her Republic of Ireland teammates into a huddle after their 4-2 win against Belgium on Friday night and warned them to stay "humble" if they want to finish the job in Leuven.

Soccer • 25 Oct

Katie McCabe during a Republic of Ireland women training session at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

Republic of Ireland v Belgium: All you need to know

The Republic of Ireland meet Belgium in the first leg of their UEFA Women's Nations League promotion/relegation play-off on Friday at Aviva Stadium. Here's all you need to know.

Soccer • 23 Oct

Amber Barrett, left, and team-mates during a Republic of Ireland women training session at the Aviva Stadium

Preview: Ireland look to extinguish Red Flames at Aviva

The Republic of Ireland return to the Aviva Stadium for the first time in 10 months, aiming to take down Belgium in the first leg of their Nations League promotion/relegation play-off.

Soccer • 24 Oct

Head coach Carla Ward, left, and Katie McCabe during a Republic of Ireland women media conference at the Aviva Stadium

Ireland 'won't park bus' as they gear up for Belgians

Republic of Ireland head coach Carla Ward insists her side "won't just park the bus" as they look to upset a strong Belgian outfit in the first leg of their Nations League promotion/relegation play-off at Aviva Stadium on Friday night.

Soccer • 23 Oct

4 November 2024; Goodness Ogbonna of Republic of Ireland, centre, celebrates after scoring his side's third goal during the UEFA U17 European Championships Round 1 qualifier match between Scotland and Republic of Ireland at Inver Park in Larne, Antrim. Ph

RTÉ Sport to show Ireland's historic U17 World Cup bow

The Republic of Ireland's debut at the Under-17 World Cup will be shown live on RTÉ2 and the RTÉ Player next month.

Soccer • 23 Oct

22 October 2025; Saoirse Noonan during a Republic of Ireland women training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Noonan relishing Ireland opportunities under Ward

Republic of Ireland forward Saoirse Noonan has paid tribute to manager Carla Ward for helping her to reignite her international career ahead of the upcoming Nations League play-off double-header against Belgium.

Soccer • 22 Oct

4 November 2024; Republic of Ireland head coach Colin O'Brien celebrates with his side after they qualified for the next round after the UEFA U17 European Championships Round 1 qualifier match between Scotland and Republic of Ireland at Inver Park in Larn

O'Brien's boys ready for heat of their World Cup moment

Republic of Ireland U-17 head coach Colin O'Brien feels his side have "already climbed a big mountain, by securing qualification" for next month's World Cup, but he is cautiously optimistic that they can secure knockout football in Qatar.

Soccer • 22 Oct

21 October 2025; Manager Colin O'Brien speaks to the media during a Republic of Ireland U17 FIFA World Cup squad announcement at the FAI Headquarters in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Tyler Miller/Sportsfile

No club concerns as O'Brien names U-17 World Cup squad

Republic of Ireland Under-17 head coach Colin O'Brien has named a 21-player squad for next month's World Cup in Qatar.

Soccer • 21 Oct

Caitlin Hayes of Republic of Ireland after the women's international friendly match between the USA and Republic of Ireland at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

Hayes back in groove after difficult split with Celtic

Caitlin Hayes has opened up about the difficulties she endured last winter after leaving her beloved Celtic to join Brighton and Hove Albion.

Soccer • 23 Oct

Sammie Szmodics of Republic of Ireland remonstrates with referee Harm Osmer during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F qualifying match between Republic of Ireland and Hungary at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

Heimir shouldn't call up Szmodics again - Murphy

Sammie Szmodics should no longer be called up to the Republic of Ireland squad, according to former Shamrock Rovers goalkeeper Barry Murphy, after the Ipswich forward pulled out of consecutive internationals windows before subsequently featuring for his club days later.

Soccer • 20 Oct

Head coach Carla Ward speaking to media during a Republic of Ireland women media day at the FAI Headquarters in Abbotstown, Dublin.

Ward admits 'outside noise' around FAI a distraction

Republic of Ireland head coach Carla Ward has admitted "outside noise" around the FAI has been a source of frustration since she took the reins last January.

Soccer • 20 Oct

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Ferguson injury concern for Ireland ahead of qualifiers

Graham: Ireland have opened up 'easier route' to Brazil

Ireland's promotion party, U17 World Cup and LOI climax

Ireland have 'good chance' of deep run at U17 World Cup

Hayes thankful to quieten 'loud and proud' Belgian fans

'I'd love England at Wembley' - Ward eyes next level

'I actually was about to start crying' - Larkin

Supersub Larkin earns Ireland dramatic play-off success

Women's Nations League recap: Belgium 2-1 Ireland (4-5)

Northern Ireland's Iceland clash falls foul of snow

Jarrett: Ireland have enough to hold off Belgium rally

Republic of Ireland v Belgium - All you need to know

Hallgrimsson protege Gunnarsdottir plots Irish downfall

'They've a free hit' - Mannion braced for Belgian storm

McCabe warns Ireland to stay 'humble' after Belgium win

Republic of Ireland v Belgium: All you need to know

Preview: Ireland look to extinguish Red Flames at Aviva

Ireland 'won't park bus' as they gear up for Belgians

RTÉ Sport to show Ireland's historic U17 World Cup bow

Noonan relishing Ireland opportunities under Ward

O'Brien's boys ready for heat of their World Cup moment

No club concerns as O'Brien names U-17 World Cup squad

Hayes back in groove after difficult split with Celtic

Heimir shouldn't call up Szmodics again - Murphy

Ward admits 'outside noise' around FAI a distraction