Irish & International Sports News, Fixtures & Results

Neymar (L) falls in front of Cillian Sheridan during APOEL's September 2014 game against Barcelona

Cillian Sheridan: Adventures in Cyprus, Israel & Poland

In Part 2 of his interview with Raf Diallo, three-time Republic of Ireland cap Cillian Sheridan discusses football life after Bulgaria in Cyprus, Israel and now Poland where the Covid-19 pandemic has affected the season.

Soccer • 22 Nov 20

Norway-Israel clash called off due to Covid-19 fears

Tonight's international friendly between Norway and Israel has been called off due to a risk of Covid-19 infections, the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) have confirmed.

Soccer • 11 Nov 20

Nir Bitton tested positive for Covid-19 while on international duty with Israel

Celtic's Bitton ruled out of Rangers game

Celtic's Covid-19 frustrations have intensified after Nir Bitton tested positive while away with Israel.

Soccer • 10 Oct 20

David Marshall and Steve Clarke embrace after Scotland's shootout heroics

Mission accomplished for Marshall and Scotland

David Marshall revealed the sense of relief he felt after helping Scotland beat Israel in a dramatic Euro 2020 qualifying play-off semi-final penalty shootout at Hampden Park.

Soccer • 09 Oct 20

Scotland heroes Kenny McClean and David Marshall celebrate

Scotland one game from first major finals in 22 years

Kenny McLean scored the decisive spot-kick as Scotland beat Israel in a dramatic penalty shoot-out to win their Euro 2020 play-off semi-final at Hampden Park.

Soccer • 08 Oct 20

Andy Robertson captained Scotland to a 1-1 draw against Israel in the Nations League last month

Robertson: Scotland up for 'do or die' game with Israel

Scotland skipper Andy Robertson suspects there will be no need for rousing speeches ahead of their Euro 2020 play-off semi-final against Israel.

Soccer • 08 Oct 20

Israel end Ireland U21s' European dreams

Substitute Ronan Hale's second-half strike was not enough as the Republic of Ireland's hopes of reaching the 2019 European Under-21s Championship finals were ended with a 3-1 defeat in Israel.

Soccer • 11 Oct 18

Ronan Hale admits that Ireland's game in Israel is a must win encounter

Only victory will do for Under-21s in Israel, says Hale

Ronan Hale will head into the Republic of Ireland's penultimate European Under-21 Championship qualifier in Israel knowing victory is the only option.

Soccer • 10 Oct 18

Gonzalo Higuain claims that the trip to Israel has 'finally' been cancelled

Argentina cancel trip to Israel - Higuain

Argentina have cancelled their final World Cup warm-up match against Israel, striker Gonzalo Higuain said, as political pressure grew ahead of Saturday's scheduled fixture in Jerusalem.

Soccer • 07 Jun 18

Beitar's fans don't have a good reputation

Jerusalem club to change name to honour Donald Trump

Controversial Israeli club are to take the US President's name.

Soccer • 14 May 18

There have been protests against the Giro d'Italia starting in Jerusalem

Israel accused of trying to 'sportswash' reputation

Amnesty International has accused Israel of trying to "sportswash" the country's reputation by hosting the Giro d'Italia while it cracks down on Palestinian protesters.

Cycling • 02 May 18

Ireland players celebrate with Reece Grego-Cox after scoring a hat-trick against Israel.

Unbeaten Ireland U21s cruise to victory over Israel

A hat-trick from Reece Grego-Cox helped the Republic of Ireland Under-21s to a comfortable win over Israel, which sees them maintain their unbeaten record in the 2019 European Championship qualifying campaign.

Soccer • 09 Oct 17

A grand tour will take place outside Europe

2018 Giro d'Italia will start with stages in Israel

Israel will host the three opening stages of next year's Giro d'Italia, the first time a cycling classic race will be held outside Europe, organisers said on Monday.

Cycling • 18 Sep 17

Mona McSharry smashed another Irish record

McSharry claims silver and smashes Irish record

Mona McSharry had the best swim of her fledgling career as she claimed silver in the 200m breaststroke final at the European Junior Swimming Championships in Israel today.

Swimming • 30 Jun 17

Brian Gartland (R) and Andy Boyle react after Dundalk go behind

Recap: Maccabi Tel-Aviv v Dundalk

Dundalk brought the curtain down on an a record breaking season with a 2-1 Europa League defeat to Maccabi Tel-Aviv. See how it all unfolded here.

Soccer • 08 Dec 16

Stephen Kenny is only interested in a win against Maccabi Tel-Aviv

Only a win will do for Dundalk boss Stephen Kenny

Dundalk manager Stephen Kenny admits that it's a case of all or nothing as his side prepare to take on Maccabi Tel-Aviv in their final Europa League Group D game.

Soccer • 08 Dec 16

Simon Church heads past Ofir Marciano only for the goal to be disallowed for offside

Wales put champagne on ice after stalemate

Wales must wait to join the party at Euro 2016 next summer after a 0-0 draw with Israel in Cardiff.

Soccer • 06 Sep 15

FIFA discuss Palestine proposal to suspend Israel

FIFA's annual Congress will discuss a proposal from the Palestinian Football Association (PFA) for the suspension of Israel, according to the agenda published by soccer's governing body on Monday.

Soccer • 04 May 15

Marouane Fellaini's early goal gave Belgium a 1-0 win

Fellaini goal enough for 10-man Belgium

Marouane Fellaini grabbed an early goal as 10-man Belgium survived a spirited Israeli second-half performance to earn a 1-0 win in Euro 2016 qualifying Group B in Jerusalem.

Soccer • 31 Mar 15

Gareth Bale has scored 16 goals in 49 appearances for Wales

Wales top Group B after impressive win over Israel

Wales took over top spot in Euro 2016 qualifying Group B as Aaron Ramsey and Gareth Bale fired them to a comfortable 3-0 win over Israel in Haifa.

Soccer • 28 Mar 15

Steven Davis wheels away after scoring Northern Ireland's equaliser in Tel Aviv

Northern Ireland restore pride with draw in Israel

Steven Davis' second-half strike ensured Northern Ireland's disappointing World Cup campaign ended on something of a positive with a battling draw in Israel.

Soccer • 15 Oct 13

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