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Scotland beat Moldova to secure World Cup play-off spot

Nathan Patterson scored his first international goal to send Scotland on their way to the World Cup qualifying play-offs.

Soccer • 12 Nov 21

Dundalk players celebrate after the penalty shoot out

Recap: Dundalk reach Europa League play-off round

Dundalk beat Sheriff Tiraspol on penalties in Moldova in the third round qualifying stage of the Europa League.

Soccer • 24 Sep 20

Sean Gannon, Daniel Kelly and David McMillan at Dublin Airport as Dundalk departed for Moldova on Tuesday

All you need to know: Sheriff v Dundalk

Dundalk aim for a place in the Europa League play-off round as they go up against Moldova's Sheriff Tiraspol in Thursday's third round tie.

Soccer • 24 Sep 20

Antoine Griezmann (L) is congratulated by Olivier Giroud and Benjamin Pavard

Early goal rush sets France on their way in Moldova

France started their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign in convincing fashion with a comfortable 4-1 victory over minnows Moldova in Chisinau.

Soccer • 22 Mar 19

Ireland's David Meyler celebrates after the game

'It's probably the best moment of my football career'

David Meyler says captaining the Republic of Ireland to a World Cup play-off is "probably the best moment of my football career."

Soccer • 09 Oct 17

Martin O'Neill must now focus on taking maximum points in Cardiff

O'Neill urges players to seize the day in Cardiff

The Republic of Ireland side must make most of the opportunity that now presents itself against Wales in Monday's do-or-die World Cup qualifying clash, according to manager Martin O'Neill

Soccer • 06 Oct 17

Daryl Murphy fires home the opener for Ireland

Man-of-the-match Murphy happy to repay his manager

Ireland striker Daryl Murphy was pleased to repay the faith that Martin O'Neill showed in him with a two goal display against Moldova.

Soccer • 06 Oct 17

Daryl Murphy celebrates his second goal with Callum O'Dowda

Ireland v Moldova as it happened

The Republic of Ireland set up a final day World Cup qualification showdown with Wales after beating Moldova 2-0 at the Aviva Stadium. See how it unfolded here.

Soccer • 09 Oct 17

Daryl Murphy got his two goals inside the first 20 minutes

Murphy bags brace as Ireland get win ahead of showdown

A brace from Daryl Murphy in the first half saw the Republic of Ireland defeat Moldiva 2-0 at the Aviva Stadium and so keep them in the hunt for a World Cup qualifying play-off place.

Soccer • 06 Oct 17

Preview: Result trumps performance for expectant Irish

This Ireland team should waltz through against Moldova, first and foremost, for the victory, but also for a chance to play in the Wales clash on Monday and ultimately Russia next summer.

Soccer • 06 Oct 17

'Georgia have got imagination, create chances' says Coleman

Wales promise to 'go for it' against Georgia

Chris Coleman has promised Wales will "go for it" against Georgia in an attempt to keep their World Cup dream alive.

Soccer • 06 Oct 17

Results go Ireland's way in hunt for play-off place

The Republic of Ireland's chances of getting a World Cup 2018 qualification play-off spot were helped by a series of results on Thursday night.

Soccer • 06 Oct 17

Dobrovolski says Moldova will make Ireland work

Igor Dobrovolski has warned the Republic of Ireland that Moldova are determined to spoil their World Cup party as they look to end a four-year wait for a competitive victory.

Soccer • 05 Oct 17

New guy in town - Scott Hogan is enjoying the very early stages of his Republic of Ireland career

Determined Hogan ready to scale new heights

Scott Hogan has had a long journey to making his Ireland debut and he wants to start it with goals.

Soccer • 06 Oct 17

Moldova breached the Ireland defence in Chisinau. Can they repeat that feat in Dublin on Friday?

Patience, not invention, key against reshaped Moldova

Can Moldova throw a spanner in the works and call a halt to Ireland's World Cup qualifying campaign?

Soccer • 05 Oct 17

Two huge games, two sports, 100,000 fans, 18 hours

Even nature will be given a helping hand as staff work through the night to transform Aviva Stadium from international soccer venue to interprovincial rugby ground in under 18 hours.

Rugby • 05 Oct 17

Only a win will do for Ireland against Moldova

At a glance: Ireland v Moldova

It's final orders at the last chance saloon and the Republic of Ireland need to win their next two games to keep World Cup qualification hopes alive. It's Moldova up first and three points are essential.

Soccer • 05 Oct 17

The match kicks-off at 7.45pm at the Aviva Stadium

How to watch Republic of Ireland v Moldova live

Here's how you can follow the Republic of Ireland's crucial World Cup qualifier with Moldova in the Aviva Stadium tonight.

Soccer • 06 Oct 17

Stephen Elliott hopes Sean Maguire or Scott Hogan will be involved in the upcoming games

'It feels like a cup final without a guaranteed trophy'

Former Republic of Ireland international Stephen Elliott gives his view on the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Moldova and Wales.

Soccer • 05 Oct 17

Long provides boost after coming through training

Shane Long has taken part in Republic of Ireland training to provide manager Martin O'Neill with a boost ahead of Friday's World Cup qualifier against Moldova at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 04 Oct 17

James McCarthy could make a return for Ireland in the next week

Keane questions Everton over McCarthy injuries

Everton must take responsibility for the recurring injury problems of midfielder James McCarthy, who is a doubt ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers against Moldova and Wales, according to Ireland assistant coach Roy Keane.

Soccer • 04 Oct 17

Daryl Murphy: 'It helps if you know someone's game but we train together every day.'

Daryl Murphy confident he can click with the new boys

Daryl Murphy feels ready to adapt to any striking partner he's paired with should he get the nod against Moldova, with the chances of a new face coming into the reckoning increasing daily.

Soccer • 04 Oct 17

Keane expects new caps on Friday as Long sits out

Republic of Ireland striker Shane Long sat out training this morning ahead of the crucial World Cup qualifiers against Moldova and Wales, while Roy Keane expects some uncapped players to feature on Friday.

Soccer • 03 Oct 17

Eyes on the prize: Sea Maguire is dreaming of an Ireland debut

Maguire could finally be in right place at right time

Sean Maguire has spent a lifetime dreaming of playing for his country. He may finally be about to get his chance.

Soccer • 02 Oct 17

Martin O'Neill: 'The Moldova game is everything to us.'

O'Neill rallies the fans as injury headache worsens

Martin O'Neill has urged supporters to push the Republic of Ireland over the line against Moldova, as an injury crisis stretches his midfield options to the limit.

Soccer • 25 Sep 17