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McCarthy is a doubt for the World Cup qualifier against Serbia

McCarthy a serious Ireland doubt with groin injury

The Everton midfielder is a serious doubt for the World Cup qualifier with Serbia after the Toffees confirmed a decision will be made tomorrow on whether he requires an operation.

Soccer • 27 Aug 16

McCarthy missed the Leinster Final win over Westmeath

McCarthy returns for Dubs, Hogan back for the Cats

James McCarthy has been given the green light to start for Dublin in the All-Ireland SFC quarter-final clash with Donegal, while Kilkenny make three changes for their SHC semi-final with Waterford.

GAA • 05 Aug 16

James McCarthy celebrates last year's final victory over Kerry

James McCarthy fit to start for Dublin

Dublin manager Jim Gavin has confirmed that James McCarthy is fit to start Saturday’s All-Ireland SFC quarter-final against Donegal.

GAA • 03 Aug 16

James McCarthy (R) holds his head in his hands after Axel Witsel's goal

VIDEO: Dunphy says McCarthy lapses 'can't happen'

Eamon Dunphy has singled out James McCarthy for strong criticism in the wake of the Republic of Ireland's 3-0 defeat to Belgium, and said Roy Keane must shoulder some of the responsibility for the lack of improvement in midfield.

Euro 2016 • 18 Jun 16

It's 'looking positive' for McCarthy and Keane ahead of Sweden clash

Keane and McCarthy on target for Sweden clash

Martin O'Neill is hopeful of having Robbie Keane and James McCarthy available to him for the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2016 opener against Sweden, but Jonathan Walters remains a significant doubt.

Euro 2016 • 10 Jun 16

Robbie Keane and Jon Walters pictured at training during the week

Keane and Walters expected to train next week

Republic of Ireland forwards Robbie Keane and Jon Walters are expected to resume training with the side next week.

Euro 2016 • 04 Jun 16

James McCarthy picked up an injury playing for Everton on the final day of the season

VIDEO: McCarthy confident of making Sweden clash

James McCarthy is confident he will be fit for the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2016 opener against Sweden after bouncing back from a fitness scare.

Euro 2016 • 03 Jun 16

Martin O'Neill: 'Robbie is a quick healer, he's the captain of the side and he believes that he will be fit.'

VIDEO: O'Neill talks up Keane and McCarthy

Martin O'Neill believes that both Robbie Keane and James McCarthy will be fit to play a part at Euro 2016 campaign, and that their contributions to Ireland's qualification earned them the benefit of the doubt when it came to naming his final squad this evening.

Euro 2016 • 01 Jun 16

McCarthy is expected to be fully fit in tiem for the 23-man squad selection

James McCarthy gets Euro 2016 fitness boost

Republic of Ireland midfielder James McCarthy is expected to resume training on Monday, the day before Martin O'Neill finalises his squad for the Euro 2016 finals.

Soccer • 28 May 16

Shay Given and James McCarthy sit out yesterday's training

O'Neill willing to take chance on injured McCarthy

James McCarthy is struggling to prove his fitness ahead of Euro 2016 as Ireland manager Martin O'Neill has confirmed he won't play against Holland tomorrow and is also a doubt for Belarus on Tuesday.

Soccer • 26 May 16

James McCarthy (R) sits out today's training session but Martin O'Neill has no fears over his thigh injury

VIDEO: Martin O'Neill has open mind on midfielders

Republic of Ireland manager Martin O’Neill has no concerns over the fitness of James McCarthy for the upcoming European Championships but admits there are spots up for grabs in midfield before his final squad selection.

Soccer • 25 May 16

James McCarthy is joined by team-mate Aaron Lennon after scoring against Watford

McCarthy on target as Toffees pick up point

Watford and Everton ended their respective Barclays Premier League losing streaks with a 1-1 draw at Vicarage Road on Saturday.

Soccer • 09 Apr 16

Roscommon and Mayo players splash around at Hyde Park during their Division 1 meeting last Sunday

Hyde Park playable, McCarthy likely to escape ban

Roscommon GAA officials are confident that Dr Hyde Park will be capable of hosting Sunday’s Allianz Football League Division 1 visit of Dublin – however, contingency plans are being put in place.

GAA • 29 Mar 16

Roberto Martinez: 'It was a blow to lose James so early. We felt we needed an extra energy'

Everton boss Martinez rues McCarthy injury setback

Everton manager Roberto Martinez is sweating on the fitness of Republic of Ireland midfielder James McCarthy after he suffered another injury setback against Stoke on Monday.

Soccer • 29 Dec 15

Dublin’s James McCarthy celebrates at the final whistle

James McCarthy: Dublin proved critics wrong

Dubs right half-back James McCarthy has admitted that their dressing room was seething following accusations in the press that their side was not up to snuff this year in the championship.

GAA • 20 Sep 15

James McCarthy is sticking with the Toffees

James McCarthy signs new five-year Everton deal

Everton midfielder James McCarthy has agreed a new five-year contract, the club have announced.

Soccer • 06 Aug 15

Martin O'Neill has said he won't turn his back on Ireland and is 100% focused on the Euro 2016 qualifying campaign

VIDEO: O'Neill reaffirms commitment to Ireland

Martin O'Neill has reaffirmed his commitment to managing Ireland until the end of the Euro 2016 qualifying campaign at the very least - and potentially on to the Russia 2018 World Cup qualifiers.

Soccer • 17 Jul 15

Manager Martin O'Neill with James McCarthy during training this week

O'Neill: McCarthy can handle boo-boys

Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill has backed James McCarthy to beat the boo-boys as he prepares to go into battle with Scotland.

Soccer • 13 Jun 15

Roy Keane believes there were certain players that fans and the media focus on and put too much pressure on

Keane: Give players a chance to find their feet

Roy Keane has urged people not to pile the pressure on a new generation of potential Republic of Ireland midfield stars.

Soccer • 06 Jun 15

James McCarthy is 'insurance' for the Everton boss

James McCarthy can become 'complete midfielder'

Everton manager Roberto Martinez believes James McCarthy has all the ability to become a complete midfielder.

Soccer • 01 May 15

James McCarthy opened the scoring for Everton

McCarthy thinks win over United can spark Toffees

Everton's Republic of Ireland international James McCarthy thinks the 3-0 win over Manchester United can help them put a frustrating season behind them as they move into next season.

Soccer • 26 Apr 15

James McCarthy (R) in action during Everton's win over Southampton

McCarthy targets unbeaten run to end of season

With nothing to play for in their remaining seven Premier League matches Everton’s James McCarthy believes the Toffees' motivation is to remain unbeaten until the end of the campaign.

Soccer • 05 Apr 15