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1 September 2025; Johnny Kenny during a Republic of Ireland training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Kenny called up to replace injured Parrott

Celtic striker Johnny Kenny has been called up to the Republic of Ireland squad to replace the injured Troy Parrott ahead of the opening World Cup qualifiers with Hungary and Armenia.

Soccer • 01 Sep

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - AUGUST 31: Celtic Manager Brendan Rodgers looks dejected during a William Hill Premiership match between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox Stadium, on August 31, 2025, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Foy/SNS Group via Getty Images)

Rodgers admits to 'quality' concerns for Celtic

Brendan Rodgers felt a Celtic side, with Swansea-bound striker Adam Idah absent, lacked the firepower to get any more than a point from their goalless draw against Rangers at Ibrox.

Soccer • 31 Aug

Celtic's Johnny Kenny (centre) scores his sides third goal against Livingston

Kenny and Nygren on mark as Celtic wear down Livingston

Benjamin Nygren's second-half double helped much-changed Celtic to a 3-0 win over Livingston as supporters again demonstrated anti-board sentiments.

Soccer • 23 Aug

Celtic's Johnny Kenny (L), Liam Scales (C) and Adam Idah (right) with the Scottish Premiership trophy

Rodgers eyeing more Irish representation at Celtic

Brendan Rodgers says that Celtic are hoping to enhance their pathways for young Irish players.

Soccer • 21 May

Johnny Kenny (R) is congratulated by Brendan Rodgers during the victory over Aberdeen

Rodgers lauds 'natural goalscorer' Kenny after goal

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers heaped praise on Johnny Kenny after the Sligo native scored his first goal for the club in the 5-1 victory over Aberdeen on Wednesday.

Soccer • 15 May

Johnny Kenny celebrates his strike as Celtic eased to victory at Aberdeen

Scotland: Kenny and Idah on target as Celtic rout Dons

Johnny Kenny marked his full Celtic debut with his first goal for the club as the much-changed champions won 5-1 at Aberdeen.

Soccer • 14 May

Rennes boss says Kyogo on verge of move from Celtic

Celtic forward Kyogo Furuhashi could be playing for Rennes as soon as Saturday, the Ligue 1 club's manager Jorge Sampaoli has confirmed.

Soccer • 23 Jan

Johnny Kenny comes on as Adam Idah goes off at Dingwall

Rodgers happy with Idah and weighing up Kenny decision

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers insists he is happy with Adam Idah's contribution despite a recent goal drought, while he is also weighing up whether to keep Johnny Kenny in Glasgow or send the Sligo native out on loan.

Soccer • 13 Jan

'Absolutely brilliant' - Rodgers praises Kenny cameo

Brendan Rodgers praised Irish striker Johnny Kenny for providing a spark on his Celtic debut.

Soccer • 12 Jan

Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley during his side's victory over FK Borac

Unbeaten Rovers earning respect around Europe - Bradley

Stephen Bradley believes that his team is earning the respect of European opponents after Shamrock Rovers extended their unbeaten streak in the UEFA Conference League with an impressive 3-0 victory over FK Borac.

Soccer • 13 Dec 24

Stephen Bradley said he 'hit every emotion' through the 90 minutes

Bradley revels in Hoops' emotional Euro rollercoaster

Stephen Bradley hailed "an incredible night in Tallaght" after his Shamrock Rovers side dramatically booked their place in the Champions League second qualifying round.

Soccer • 17 Jul 24

Shamrock Rovers striker Johnny Kenny celebrates his second goal against Vikingur Reykjavik at Tallaght Stadium

Kenny brace extends Rovers' Champions League journey

Ten-man Shamrock Rovers beat Vikingur 2-1 at Tallaght Stadium in the second leg of their Champions League first qualifying round tie to book their place in the next round where they will face Sparta Prague of Czechia.

Soccer • 16 Jul 24