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19 May 2025; Jake Mulraney of St Patrick's Athletic in action against Cory O'Sullivan, left, and Trevor Clarke of Shamrock Rovers during the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Shamrock Rovers and St Patrick's Athletic at Tallaght Stadium

LOI preview: Hoops looking to clinch at sombre Saints

It has been a long time coming but Shamrock Rovers stand on the verge of becoming Premier Division champions tonight as they make the shortest journey of the season to take on St Patrick's Athletic at Richmond Park. Read our preview.

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Bohemians goalkeeper Rachael Kelly waves to supporters after the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division match between Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin.

Kelly aiming to emulate grandad's cup final glory

Bohemians goalkeeper Rachael Kelly is about to etch herself into family folklore by following in the footsteps of her grandfather and playing in an FAI Cup final.

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Hannah Healy of Bohemians poses for a portrait during the Sports Direct Women's Cup Final media day at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin.

Healy defying her years when it comes to big occasion

Hannah Healy hasn't even turned 18 yet but the Bohemians midfielder is already a cup final veteran. Now, she's eyeing a big scalp and a day of glory at Tallaght Stadium.

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Athlone Town captain Izzy Groves poses for a portrait during the Sports Direct Women's Cup Final media day at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin

'We had high expectations' - Groves eyes Athlone double

Athlone Town's Jamaica international Izzy Groves wants to make more history with the club as they chase a league and FAI Cup double this Sunday.

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Dundalk players celebrates after defeating Finn Harps and winning the SSE Airtricity Men's First Division following the SSE Airtricity Men's First Division match between Dundalk and Finn Harps at Oriel Park in Dundalk, Louth.

Towell: Dundalk delight but Prem readiness a concern

Former Dundalk midfielder Richie Towell is delighted by the Lilywhites' promotion back to the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division but feels the worry now is how much change will be needed to avoid becoming a yo-yo club.

Soccer • 15 Oct

Jack Henry-Francis of Shelbourne celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Cork City and Shelbourne at Turner's Cross in Cork

Shels nab late winner to confirm Cork City's relegation

Cork City's third SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division relegation in six seasons was confirmed with a flat performance in defeat to Shelbourne.

Soccer • 13 Oct

Aoibheann Clancy of Shelbourne in action against Hannah Waesch of Athlone during the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division match between Shelbourne and Athlone Town at Tolka Park in Dublin.

Graham and De Búrca's Women's LOI Team of the Season

Shelbourne's Rachel Graham and her former Republic of Ireland team-mate Méabh De Búrca pick their best XI from the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division campaign in the wake of Saturday's final day.

Soccer • 13 Oct

Soccer Podcast thumbnail with presenter Raf Diallo

Lions in Lisbon but sheepish for Armenia, and Cup final

Keith Treacy and Richie Towell join Raf Diallo to talk about Ireland's performance in Portugal and what's to come in Armenia, plus Dundalk's promotion and LOI academy funding, while Rachel Graham and Méabh De Búrca preview the Women's Cup final and pick their Team of the Season.

Soccer • 13 Oct

Sligo Rovers manager Steve Feeney during the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division match between Athlone Town and Sligo Rovers at Athlone Town Stadium in Westmeath

Feeney steps away as Sligo Rovers women's boss

Steve Feeney has stepped down as manager of Sligo Rovers women, citing family commitments as the primary reason for his departure.

Soccer • 13 Oct

20 October 2024; Athlone Town captain Madison Gibson leads her side out for the Sports Direct Women's FAI Cup Final between Athlone Town and Shelbourne at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Athlone know-how of Cup final whirlwind an 'advantage'

Rachel Graham and Méabh De Búrca preview Sunday's FAI Women's Cup final between Athlone Town and Bohemians.

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20 September 2025; Áine O'Gorman of Shamrock Rovers during the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division match between Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile

O'Gorman: Ireland failed to build on World Cup

Áine O'Gorman tells RTÉ's Sunday Sport that women's soccer in Ireland didn't bank in enough on the national team qualifying for the World Cup in 2023.

Soccer • 12 Oct

Izzy Groves of Athlone Town lifts the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division trophy as teammates celebrate after winning the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division match between Athlone Town and Sligo Rovers at Athlone Town Stadium in Westmeath.

Athlone lift trophy as Duggan bows out in Peas thriller

Ten-player Peamount and Bohs played out an incredible 3-3 draw in a game that had pretty much everything, serving as a fitting way to end a thrilling 2025 league season.

Soccer • 12 Oct

Ex-Ireland striker Jarrett calls time on playing career

Rianna Jarrett has become the latest former Republic of Ireland international to announce her retirement from the game.

Soccer • 11 Oct

10 October 2025; Vincent Leonard of Dundalk, centre, celebrates with the trophy after his side defeat Finn Harps to winning the SSE Airtricity Men's First Division following the SSE Airtricity Men's First Division match between Dundalk and Finn Harps at O

Dundalk beat Harps to seal return to Premier Division

Dundalk will be back in the Premier Division in 2026 after second-half goals from Gbemi Arubi, Daryl Horgan and Vinnie Leonard saw them secure the First Division title against Finn Harps at Oriel Park.

Soccer • 10 Oct

10 October 2025; Kerr McInroy of Shelbourne, right, celebrates with teammates Milan Mbeng, centre, and Harry Wood after scoring his side's first goal during the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne at Tallaght

Impressive Shels stall Hoops' title celebration

Kerr McInroy's first-half strike ensured Shelbourne will remain champions for at least three points as they cruised to a 1-0 win away to Shamrock Rovers.

Soccer • 11 Oct

10 October 2025; Kerr McInroy, 23, of Shelbourne scores his side's first goal during the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Premier Division recap: Shamrock Rovers 0-1 Shelbourne

The action as it happened from tonight's Premier Division clash from Tallaght Stadium, as Shamrock Rovers sought to wrap up the title

Soccer • 11 Oct

Aine O'Gorman, left, and Karen Duggan of Peamount United celebrate their side's first goal, scored by teammate Chloe Moloney, not pictured, during the SSE Airtricity Women's National League match between Peamount United and Wexford Youths at PRL Park in G

O'Gorman and Duggan to retire after illustrious careers

Áine O'Gorman and Karen Duggan will both hang up their boots after the final round of SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division games of the season on Saturday.

Soccer • 10 Oct

Ex-Athlone skipper Ryan to take the reins at Treaty

Former Athlone Town captain Laurie Ryan has been appointed the new manager of SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division side Treaty United.

Soccer • 10 Oct

Graphic picture in blue that read 'Eoin Doyle Soccer' with an image of him smiling

Irish football has reason to hope, just not in Lisbon

After years of neglect, a funding commitment for our football academies offers much hope in a week where the national team face Portugal, looking to banish the horror of the no-show against Armenia.

Soccer • 10 Oct

13 June 2025; Aaron McEneff of Shamrock Rovers during the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers at Tolka Park in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

LOI preview: Hoops ready to celebrate as Shels visit

Shamrock Rovers need just a point to be crowned Premier Division champions tonight as they face Shelbourne in a re-arranged match at Tallaght Stadium.

Soccer • 10 Oct

Matt Healy of Shamrock Rovers with his SSE Airtricity / SWI Player of the Month Award for September 2025 at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin

Hoops midfielder Healy scoops player of the month award

Shamrock Rovers midfielder Matt Healy has won his first SSE Airtricity/Soccer Writers Ireland Player of the Month award after leading his team's charge towards a potential double in September.

Soccer • 09 Oct

Wexford captain Kylie Murphy is presented with the cup by FAI President Paul Cooke after the All-Island Cup final match between Wexford and Bohemians at Ferrycarrig Park in Wexford.

Wexford skipper Murphy to end storied career at club

Wexford captain Kylie Murphy will make her final appearance for the club in their concluding game of the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division season against Cork City at Ferrycarrig Park on Saturday after calling time on her career.

Soccer • 09 Oct

7 October 2025; Manager Jim Crawford and Mason Melia during a Republic of Ireland U21's training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Tyler Miller/Sportsfile

Crawford hails academy investment ahead of Slovakia tie

Jim Crawford has hailed the €3m government grant for League of Ireland academies as a "fantastic start" to building a football industry.

Soccer • 09 Oct

Athlone Town players, led by Kelly Brady, centre, celebrate winning the league title after victory in the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division match between Cork City and Athlone Town at Turner's Cross in Cork.

Could Brady fire her away onto Ward's Ireland radar?

Shelbourne midfielder Rachel Graham is hopeful that Athlone Town striker Kelly Brady will get an opportunity with the Republic of Ireland before long.

Soccer • 06 Oct

Michael Noonan of Shamrock Rovers celebrates after scoring his side's third goal during the Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup semi-final match between Shamrock Rovers and Kerry FC at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin.

Treacy: Noonan most exciting prospect of LOI young guns

Shamrock Rovers' teenage sensation Michael Noonan is the "most exciting prospect" within the League of Ireland right now, according to Keith Treacy and Richie Towell.

Soccer • 06 Oct