'He's electric' - Hallgrimsson swayed by training form "He's electric," pondered Heimir Hallgrimsson, during one of the squad training sessions in the build up to the opening World Cup qualifier against Hungary. Soccer • 3 hrs
'He's electric' - Hallgrimsson swayed by training form "He's electric," pondered Heimir Hallgrimsson, during one of the squad training sessions in the build up to the opening World Cup qualifier against Hungary. Soccer • 3 hrs
Collins daring to dream of World Cup qualification Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins admits he's desperate to help Ireland secure a place at the World Cup as they begin their qualifying campaign tonight. Soccer • 3 hrs
Collins daring to dream of World Cup qualification Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins admits he's desperate to help Ireland secure a place at the World Cup as they begin their qualifying campaign tonight. Soccer • 3 hrs
Collins hails Kelleher as a keeper of some stature Nathan Collins is excited at the prospect of Caoimhín Kelleher joining him at Brentford next season, saying that the London club have now a goalkeeper of some stature. Soccer • 11 Jun
Collins hails Kelleher as a keeper of some stature Nathan Collins is excited at the prospect of Caoimhín Kelleher joining him at Brentford next season, saying that the London club have now a goalkeeper of some stature. Soccer • 11 Jun
Relegation on mind as Ireland set for Bulgaria battle Heimir Hallgrimsson is expecting a tough, tactical battle with Bulgaria as the two sides go head-to-head in Plovdiv tomorrow night. Soccer • 19 Mar
Relegation on mind as Ireland set for Bulgaria battle Heimir Hallgrimsson is expecting a tough, tactical battle with Bulgaria as the two sides go head-to-head in Plovdiv tomorrow night. Soccer • 19 Mar
Collins apologises to Irish fans after Wembley humbling Nathan Collins apologised to Ireland supporters after the side slumped to a 5-0 humbling against England at Wembley. Soccer • 17 Nov 24
Collins apologises to Irish fans after Wembley humbling Nathan Collins apologised to Ireland supporters after the side slumped to a 5-0 humbling against England at Wembley. Soccer • 17 Nov 24
'Why change?' - Confident Collins leading by example Heimir Hallgrimsson has been attempting to build confidence in the Ireland team since taking over during the summer, and it appears that he has anointed a captain in his own image to keep things positive on the pitch. Soccer • 14 Nov 24
'Why change?' - Confident Collins leading by example Heimir Hallgrimsson has been attempting to build confidence in the Ireland team since taking over during the summer, and it appears that he has anointed a captain in his own image to keep things positive on the pitch. Soccer • 14 Nov 24
'Time to step up' – Collins eager to get results Nathan Collins is ready to step up into a leadership role with Ireland for tomorrow night's Nations League clash with Finland, and the Brentford defender said that many more within the squad are also primed to take the team forward. Soccer • 10 Oct 24
'Time to step up' – Collins eager to get results Nathan Collins is ready to step up into a leadership role with Ireland for tomorrow night's Nations League clash with Finland, and the Brentford defender said that many more within the squad are also primed to take the team forward. Soccer • 10 Oct 24
PL round-up: Collins on target for five-star Brentford Brentford beat Wolves 5-3 in west London after the Bees again showed their liking for early goals with Nathan Collins heading them into a second-minute lead. Soccer • 05 Oct 24
PL round-up: Collins on target for five-star Brentford Brentford beat Wolves 5-3 in west London after the Bees again showed their liking for early goals with Nathan Collins heading them into a second-minute lead. Soccer • 05 Oct 24
We're sick of losing, says captain Collins Nathan Collins says the Republic of Ireland dressing room was full of frustration as the Boys in Green fell to yet another Nations League defeat. Soccer • 10 Sep 24
We're sick of losing, says captain Collins Nathan Collins says the Republic of Ireland dressing room was full of frustration as the Boys in Green fell to yet another Nations League defeat. Soccer • 10 Sep 24
Ogbene and Collins left to rue slow start Republic of Ireland attacker Chiedozie Ogbene was left ruing a slow start as a slick England eased to a 2-0 win in the Uefa Nations League B opener at Aviva Stadium. Soccer • 07 Sep 24
Ogbene and Collins left to rue slow start Republic of Ireland attacker Chiedozie Ogbene was left ruing a slow start as a slick England eased to a 2-0 win in the Uefa Nations League B opener at Aviva Stadium. Soccer • 07 Sep 24
Collins and Ogbene ruled out of friendly double-header Nathan Collins and Chiedozie Ogbene are both out of the Republic of Ireland's upcoming friendly double-header against Hungary and Portugal. Soccer • 27 May 24
Collins and Ogbene ruled out of friendly double-header Nathan Collins and Chiedozie Ogbene are both out of the Republic of Ireland's upcoming friendly double-header against Hungary and Portugal. Soccer • 27 May 24
Collins looking to set the record straight with Everton Republic of Ireland international Nathan Collins wants Brentford to "correct" their defeat to Everton earlier in the season when they travel to Goodison Park on Saturday. Soccer • 26 Apr 24
Collins looking to set the record straight with Everton Republic of Ireland international Nathan Collins wants Brentford to "correct" their defeat to Everton earlier in the season when they travel to Goodison Park on Saturday. Soccer • 26 Apr 24
'I would, yes' - Collins backs O'Shea for permanent gig Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins says he would like to see John O'Shea get the manager's job on a permanent basis. Soccer • 27 Mar 24
'I would, yes' - Collins backs O'Shea for permanent gig Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins says he would like to see John O'Shea get the manager's job on a permanent basis. Soccer • 27 Mar 24
Club battle on hold as Collins eyes Belgium victory Nathan Collins has echoed interim manager John O'Shea's call for a return to winning ways as Ireland get set to take on Belgium on Saturday. Soccer • 21 Mar 24
Club battle on hold as Collins eyes Belgium victory Nathan Collins has echoed interim manager John O'Shea's call for a return to winning ways as Ireland get set to take on Belgium on Saturday. Soccer • 21 Mar 24
FA Cup wrap: Ogbene and Collins on target, West Ham out Republic of Ireland international Chiedozie Ogbene was on the scoresheet as he helped Luton to come from behind and see off League One Bolton at the second attempt with a 2-1 win in their FA Cup third round replay at the Toughsheet Community Stadium. Soccer • 16 Jan 24
FA Cup wrap: Ogbene and Collins on target, West Ham out Republic of Ireland international Chiedozie Ogbene was on the scoresheet as he helped Luton to come from behind and see off League One Bolton at the second attempt with a 2-1 win in their FA Cup third round replay at the Toughsheet Community Stadium. Soccer • 16 Jan 24
Brentford boss Frank consoles Collins after Wolves woe Brentford boss Thomas Frank told Republic of Ireland international Nathan Collins he will never have a worse match after his horror show in the 4-1 defeat against the defender's former club Wolves. Soccer • 28 Dec 23
Brentford boss Frank consoles Collins after Wolves woe Brentford boss Thomas Frank told Republic of Ireland international Nathan Collins he will never have a worse match after his horror show in the 4-1 defeat against the defender's former club Wolves. Soccer • 28 Dec 23
Collins could make return from injury against Villa Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins could make his return from an ankle injury on Sunday as Brentford host in-form Aston Villa, according to Bees boss Thomas Frank. Soccer • 15 Dec 23
Collins could make return from injury against Villa Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins could make his return from an ankle injury on Sunday as Brentford host in-form Aston Villa, according to Bees boss Thomas Frank. Soccer • 15 Dec 23
Collins clinches comeback win with first Brentford goal Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins secured a 3-2 win for Brentford over West Ham on an unlikely afternoon of firsts in west London. Soccer • 04 Nov 23
Collins clinches comeback win with first Brentford goal Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins secured a 3-2 win for Brentford over West Ham on an unlikely afternoon of firsts in west London. Soccer • 04 Nov 23
Collins backs Kenny to remain as Ireland manager Nathan Collins has given his backing to under-pressure Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny as speculation over his future mounts. Soccer • 11 Sep 23
Collins backs Kenny to remain as Ireland manager Nathan Collins has given his backing to under-pressure Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny as speculation over his future mounts. Soccer • 11 Sep 23
Nathan Collins on Henry '09 - 'I was at JLS concert!' The still photo of Thierry Henry controlling the ball 'basketball style' is burnt onto the retinas of most Irish football fans, though Nathan Collins was otherwise disposed for most of the evening. Soccer • 04 Sep 23
Nathan Collins on Henry '09 - 'I was at JLS concert!' The still photo of Thierry Henry controlling the ball 'basketball style' is burnt onto the retinas of most Irish football fans, though Nathan Collins was otherwise disposed for most of the evening. Soccer • 04 Sep 23
Brentford eagerness to spend big on Collins 'promising' Brentford's willingness to invest a sizeable fee to sign Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins is a promising sign, according to former Dundalk striker David McMillan. Soccer • 04 Jul 23
Brentford eagerness to spend big on Collins 'promising' Brentford's willingness to invest a sizeable fee to sign Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins is a promising sign, according to former Dundalk striker David McMillan. Soccer • 04 Jul 23
Collins joins Brentford in club and Irish record deal Republic of Ireland centre-back Nathan Collins has signed for Brentford from Wolves for a club record £23m. Soccer • 04 Jul 23
Collins joins Brentford in club and Irish record deal Republic of Ireland centre-back Nathan Collins has signed for Brentford from Wolves for a club record £23m. Soccer • 04 Jul 23
Collins has faith Ireland can stun France in Paris Nathan Collins says the Republic of Ireland have faith they can turn around their Euro 2024 qualification campaign with a shock victory in France. Soccer • 21 Jun 23
Collins has faith Ireland can stun France in Paris Nathan Collins says the Republic of Ireland have faith they can turn around their Euro 2024 qualification campaign with a shock victory in France. Soccer • 21 Jun 23
Senior Player of the Year nods for Brosnan and Collins The 33rd FAI International Awards saw Nathan Collins and Courtney Brosnan being named as the senior men's and women's players of the year. Soccer • 21 Jun 23
Senior Player of the Year nods for Brosnan and Collins The 33rd FAI International Awards saw Nathan Collins and Courtney Brosnan being named as the senior men's and women's players of the year. Soccer • 21 Jun 23
Lessons learned as confident Collins looks to Greece A tough week but a necessary one for the Ireland squad ahead of the trip to Athens to face Greece in next week's Euro 2024 qualifier. Soccer • 12 Jun 23
Lessons learned as confident Collins looks to Greece A tough week but a necessary one for the Ireland squad ahead of the trip to Athens to face Greece in next week's Euro 2024 qualifier. Soccer • 12 Jun 23