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A dejected Sinclair Armstrong is consoled by Italy's Luca Koleosho

Brave Ireland exit U21 Euros race after draw with Italy

The Republic of Ireland's wait to qualify for a first European Under-21 Championships is set to continue despite a brave 1-1 draw against Italy in Trieste.

Soccer • 16 Oct 24

Euro U21 qualifier: Italy 1-1 Republic of Ireland recap

Ireland were in Trieste with automatic qualification for the European Championships still in their hands, but a massive challenge ahead against favourites Italy.

Soccer • 15 Oct 24

Nicolo Rovella of Italy scores his side's first goal from the penalty spot

Ireland lose to Italy as focus shifts to Euro play-off

The Republic of Ireland now know that a European Under-21 Championship play-off will be the route to a potential first ever qualification for a major tournament after suffering a 4-1 defeat at the hands of Italy.

Soccer • 14 Jun 22

Will Smallbone is one of a number of talented prospects in the Ireland Under-21 set-up

Cunningham: Ireland Under-21 team can upset Azzurri

The Republic of Ireland U-21s head into today's clash against their Italian counterparts with a play-off spot for the European U-21 Championship already assured, but Kenny Cunningham believes all the ingredients are in place for the young guns to record a win that would see them qualify outright.

Soccer • 14 Jun 22

Sweden & Italy draw to ensure Ireland Euro U21 play-off

The Republic of Ireland's quest to reach a the finals of the European Under-21 Championship for the first time moved a step closer after Italy and Sweden played out a 1-1 draw in Group F to guarantee Jim Crawford's side a play-off spot.

Soccer • 09 Jun 22

Italy Under-21

Brave Ireland exit U21 Euros race after draw with Italy

Euro U21 qualifier: Italy 1-1 Republic of Ireland recap

Ireland lose to Italy as focus shifts to Euro play-off

Cunningham: Ireland Under-21 team can upset Azzurri

Sweden & Italy draw to ensure Ireland Euro U21 play-off

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