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Jack Byrne of Shamrock Rovers during the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Bohemians and Shamrock Rovers at Dalymount Park in Dublin.

Byrne to Dubai 'a short-term solution to the problem'

Richie Towell and Keith Treacy react to Jack Byrne leaving Shamrock Rovers on loan to join Dubai Irish who play in the UAE Third Division League.

Soccer • 01 Sep

Bradley insists Byrne left Rovers on good terms

Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley has denied any falling out with midfielder Jack Byrne who has left the club to join Dubai Irish on loan until December.

Soccer • 01 Sep

Jack Byrne training a day out from the APOEL clash

Byrne eyeing a good end to season on two fronts

After an injury-affected season, Jack Byrne is now looking forward to playing in some big games for Shamrock Rovers - both in the Conference League and the Premier Division - where in the latter he's not giving up hope the club can retain their title.

Soccer • 02 Oct 24

Stephen Bradley and his players will be eyeing a win against the Greek champions on Thursday evening

Bradley: Squad depth there to 'attack on all fronts'

Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley is confident he has a squad that can "attack on all fronts" for the remainder of the season and has not given up hope of retaining the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division title.

Soccer • 28 Aug 24

Jack Byrne could leave the champions at the end of the year

Bradley eager to give Byrne space as contract runs down

Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley is eager to give Jack Byrne time and space as he ponders whether to stay at the League of Ireland Premier Division champions next season.

Soccer • 04 May 23

Charlotte FC's head coach has had a long-standing interest in Jack Byrne having worked with him at Manchester City

Byrne in 'fantastic position' to tackle future dilemmas

Shamrock Rovers midfielder Jack Byrne is in an excellent position when it comes to the career choices he faces in the next few months, according to Paul Corry.

Soccer • 24 Apr 23

MLS side Charlotte keen to lure Jack Byrne to USA

Shamrock Rovers and Republic of Ireland midfielder Jack Byrne could be set for a move to Major League Soccer outfit Charlotte FC.

Soccer • 19 Apr 23

Jack Byrne looks on as David Fofana heads home for the controversial opener at Tallaght Stadium

Byrne disappointed by erroneous offside call

Jack Byrne could have been forgiven for fuming at the match officials after David Fofana's headed goal for Molde at Tallaght Stadium was allowed to stand, but the Shamrock Rovers playmaker was measured in his criticism of a moment that proved a turning point in the Europa Conference League tie.

Soccer • 13 Oct 22

Patrick Hoban of Dundalk in action against Shamrock Rovers

Dundalk boss O'Donnell not buying into title race talk

Dundalk manager Stephen O'Donnell is refusing to get carried away with the talk of his side being in a title race, despite their impressive 1-0 victory over Shamrock Rovers.

Soccer • 17 Jun 22

Jack Byrne won the last of his four Ireland caps against Bulgaria in 2020

Byrne hopes club focus will reignite Ireland career

Shamrock Rovers' Jack Byrne admits his desire to get back in the Republic of Ireland squad but his firm priority is his club form, in particular the upcoming European campaign.

Soccer • 10 Jun 22

Byrne was instrumental in the derby at Dalymount Park

Gartland tips Byrne to earn Ireland recall for June

Graham Gartland believes Jack Byrne is playing his way into the Republic of Ireland squad for June and is offering attributes that Stephen Kenny will value in certain fixtures.

Soccer • 25 Apr 22

The Republic of International saw 57 minutes of action at Tallaght Stadium

Bradley: Jack Byrne will only get better and stronger

With only a few competitive games under his belt in the last year, Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley is already seeing the sharpness return to Jack Byrne's play, with the midfielder starring in the Hoops' win over Drogheda United on Monday evening.

Soccer • 01 Mar 22

'It will certainly help the League of Ireland and the clubs around here. But the structure back here needs to be good enough for them to stay'

Byrne: When I was 15, there was no reason to stay here

Shamrock Rovers midfielder Jack Byrne says the League of Ireland will benefit from the post-Brexit block on Under-18s transferring to British clubs but insisted it was imperative that the homegrown development system steps into the breach to cater for any opportunities lost.

League of Ireland • 16 Dec 21

Jack Byrne has returned to Shamrock Rovers

'I'm back' - Byrne's Rovers return confirmed

Jack Byrne has officially returned to Shamrock Rovers, with the club confirming his arrival on Friday morning.

Soccer • 19 Nov 21

Deal done to bring Jack Byrne back to Shamrock Rovers

Jack Byrne is set for a second spell as a Shamrock Rovers player, with confirmation of his signing to be confirmed by the club on Friday

Soccer • 18 Nov 21

Jack Byrne and Stephen Bradley could be reunited

Bradley confirms interest in reuniting with Jack Byrne

Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley has confirmed that he would be "extremely interested" in speaking to Jack Byrne should the player decide to resume his playing career in the League of Ireland.

Soccer • 12 Nov 21

Jack Byrne parts ways with APOEL Nicosia

Jack Byrne has left Cypriot outfit APOEL Nicosia after just nine months at the club.

Soccer • 24 Sep 21

Pep Guardiola last won the Champions League with Barcelona in 2011

Byrne: Pep determined to prove CL credentials with City

Republic of Ireland midfielder Jack Byrne believes his former club Manchester City can fulfil Pep Guardiola's Champions League dream this weekend.

Soccer • 27 May 21

Jack Byrne: "I wanted to try something different."

Jack Byrne embracing his Cypriot adventure

Jack Byrne has been around the block enough times to live in the moment when it comes to football. Now, he's soaking up the Cypriot sun and embracing his latest challenge.

Soccer • 09 Mar 21

Anthony Barry (R) during a Chelsea training session at Stamford Bridge

'Brilliant' coach Anthony Barry praised by Byrne

Jack Byrne has given a glowing appraisal of new Republic of Ireland assistant coach Anthony Barry.

Soccer • 09 Mar 21

Byrne ruled out for three months due to back surgery

Republic of Ireland international Jack Byrne is set to be out for three months due to surgery on a persistent back injury.

Soccer • 01 Mar 21

Jack Byrne pictured before his debut last night

Mick exit a blow but Byrne could still thrive in Cyprus

Mick McCarthy was sacked as APOEL Nicosia boss after Jack Byrne had played just five minutes for the club but Lisa Fallon hopes the Cypriot club will give the Dubliner a chance to shine regardless.

Soccer • 06 Jan 21

Jack Byrne arrived at Shamrock Rovers from Kilmarnock in 2018

Jack Byrne completes move to Cyrpriot side APOEL

Former Shamrock Rovers midfielder Jack Byrne has penned a deal to join Cypriot side APOEL FC until the end of the 2022-23 season.

Soccer • 04 Jan 21

Jack Byrne made what could well be his last appearance for the Hoops in their Cup final defeat to Dundalk

Byrne heads to Cyprus for talks with McCarthy's APOEL

Shamrock Rovers playmaker Jack Byrne looks poised to continue his club career at APOEL Nicosia under the man who handed him his Republic of Ireland debut.

Soccer • 27 Dec 20

Jack Byrne during the Extra.ie FAI Cup final

Jack Byrne voted Personality of the Year

Shamrock Rovers midfielder Jack Byrne has been voted 2020 SSE Airtricity/SWAI Personality of the Year.

Soccer • 18 Dec 20