Belief key for Hallgrimsson as World Cup path laid out Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson has called for belief – and plenty of it – after his side's path to the 2026 World Cup was mapped out at Thursday's play-off draw. Soccer • 20 Nov
Belief key for Hallgrimsson as World Cup path laid out Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson has called for belief – and plenty of it – after his side's path to the 2026 World Cup was mapped out at Thursday's play-off draw. Soccer • 20 Nov
After euphoric weekend, a football nation draws breath Irish fans have all been through a protracted bout of glow-basking in recent days but now the draw is upon us, writes Conor Neville. Soccer • 20 Nov
After euphoric weekend, a football nation draws breath Irish fans have all been through a protracted bout of glow-basking in recent days but now the draw is upon us, writes Conor Neville. Soccer • 20 Nov
Ireland placed in Pot 3 for World Cup qualifier draw The Republic of Ireland will face either Poland, Wales, Czechia or Slovakia in the World Cup 2026 qualifier in March. Soccer • 19 Nov
Ireland placed in Pot 3 for World Cup qualifier draw The Republic of Ireland will face either Poland, Wales, Czechia or Slovakia in the World Cup 2026 qualifier in March. Soccer • 19 Nov
Dismal Andorra defeat a hammer blow to U21 Euro hopes With a feel-good factor sweeping through the country, Irish football was brought back down to earth as the Republic of Ireland were thrashed 4-0 by minnows Andorra in a hammer blow to ambitions of reaching the Under-21 2025 European Championships. Soccer • 18 Nov
Dismal Andorra defeat a hammer blow to U21 Euro hopes With a feel-good factor sweeping through the country, Irish football was brought back down to earth as the Republic of Ireland were thrashed 4-0 by minnows Andorra in a hammer blow to ambitions of reaching the Under-21 2025 European Championships. Soccer • 18 Nov
Ireland bow out of U-17 World Cup after defeat to Swiss The Republic of Ireland's Under-17 World Cup adventure came to an end on a humid evening in Doha after Colin O'Brien's side were beaten 3-1 by Switzerland in their last-16 tie. Soccer • 18 Nov
Ireland bow out of U-17 World Cup after defeat to Swiss The Republic of Ireland's Under-17 World Cup adventure came to an end on a humid evening in Doha after Colin O'Brien's side were beaten 3-1 by Switzerland in their last-16 tie. Soccer • 18 Nov
FIFA Under-17 World Cup: Ireland 1-3 Switzerland recap The Republic of Ireland bowed out of the Under-17 World Cup after suffering a 3-1 defeat to Switzerland in the round of 16. Here's how it happened. Soccer • 18 Nov
FIFA Under-17 World Cup: Ireland 1-3 Switzerland recap The Republic of Ireland bowed out of the Under-17 World Cup after suffering a 3-1 defeat to Switzerland in the round of 16. Here's how it happened. Soccer • 18 Nov
Hallgrimsson not looking beyond World Cup with Ireland Cool, calm, composed; Heimir Hallgrimsson has consistently stayed in character throughout his time as Ireland manager. Soccer • 18 Nov
Hallgrimsson not looking beyond World Cup with Ireland Cool, calm, composed; Heimir Hallgrimsson has consistently stayed in character throughout his time as Ireland manager. Soccer • 18 Nov
How the world reacted to Ireland's unlikely victory The world was watching Troy Parrott's winning goal against Hungary as the Republic of Ireland booked a play-off spot. We look at the reaction here. Soccer • 17 Nov
How the world reacted to Ireland's unlikely victory The world was watching Troy Parrott's winning goal against Hungary as the Republic of Ireland booked a play-off spot. We look at the reaction here. Soccer • 17 Nov
'Guys kept on believing' - Hallgrimsson on his heroes Heimir Hallgrimsson's Republic of Ireland side have done it the hard way; and that particular theme would continue into the final game of this incredibly dramatic World Cup qualifying campaign. Soccer • 17 Nov
'Guys kept on believing' - Hallgrimsson on his heroes Heimir Hallgrimsson's Republic of Ireland side have done it the hard way; and that particular theme would continue into the final game of this incredibly dramatic World Cup qualifying campaign. Soccer • 17 Nov
Result can grow game says Hallgrimsson after vital win While Troy Parrott scored the three vital goals to push Ireland into the World Cup play-offs, manager Heimir Hallgrimsson urged the nation to use this moment to grow Irish football. Soccer • 16 Nov
Result can grow game says Hallgrimsson after vital win While Troy Parrott scored the three vital goals to push Ireland into the World Cup play-offs, manager Heimir Hallgrimsson urged the nation to use this moment to grow Irish football. Soccer • 16 Nov
Collins hails leadership of Coleman and Egan Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins paid tribute to the leadership of both Seamus Coleman and John Egan in the wake of Ireland's seismic away victory over Hungary, which preserved their chances of reaching next summer's World Cup. Soccer • 17 Nov
Collins hails leadership of Coleman and Egan Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins paid tribute to the leadership of both Seamus Coleman and John Egan in the wake of Ireland's seismic away victory over Hungary, which preserved their chances of reaching next summer's World Cup. Soccer • 17 Nov
'It's a fairytale' - Parrott revels in the Troy show Troy Parrott described his hat-trick against Hungary as a fairytale after the Republic of Ireland booked a play-off for the World Cup with a 3-2 victory. Soccer • 16 Nov
'It's a fairytale' - Parrott revels in the Troy show Troy Parrott described his hat-trick against Hungary as a fairytale after the Republic of Ireland booked a play-off for the World Cup with a 3-2 victory. Soccer • 16 Nov
Molumby starts as Heimir makes one change for Hungary Jayson Molumby comes into the Ireland starting XI as Heimir Hallgrimsson made one change for this afternoon's World Cup qualifier against Hungary. Soccer • 16 Nov
Molumby starts as Heimir makes one change for Hungary Jayson Molumby comes into the Ireland starting XI as Heimir Hallgrimsson made one change for this afternoon's World Cup qualifier against Hungary. Soccer • 16 Nov
Preview: Ireland look to Parrott Portugal performance Confidence is high, belief is building game by game, but can Ireland put in another heroic performance just three days after an energy-sapping, high octane victory over Portugal? Soccer • 16 Nov
Preview: Ireland look to Parrott Portugal performance Confidence is high, belief is building game by game, but can Ireland put in another heroic performance just three days after an energy-sapping, high octane victory over Portugal? Soccer • 16 Nov
Postcard from Budapest: Ireland ready to reap rewards Just as the players had to quickly sharpen their focus following the magnificent win over Portugal, the first batch of the thousands of travellers had to be similarly sure not to overindulge. Soccer • 15 Nov
Postcard from Budapest: Ireland ready to reap rewards Just as the players had to quickly sharpen their focus following the magnificent win over Portugal, the first batch of the thousands of travellers had to be similarly sure not to overindulge. Soccer • 15 Nov
Hungary v Republic of Ireland: All You Need To Know The lowdown as Ireland prepare for a do-or-die showdown in Budapest Soccer • 15 Nov
Hungary v Republic of Ireland: All You Need To Know The lowdown as Ireland prepare for a do-or-die showdown in Budapest Soccer • 15 Nov
Coleman has charged Ireland for Hungary battle – Heimir Heimir Hallgrimsson has once again urged his side to maintain their collective approach to today's game in Budapest. Soccer • 16 Nov
Coleman has charged Ireland for Hungary battle – Heimir Heimir Hallgrimsson has once again urged his side to maintain their collective approach to today's game in Budapest. Soccer • 16 Nov
Ferguson ruled out as Ireland eye vital win in Budapest Ireland must plan for their vital World Cup qualifier in Budapest without striker Evan Ferguson. Soccer • 15 Nov
Ferguson ruled out as Ireland eye vital win in Budapest Ireland must plan for their vital World Cup qualifier in Budapest without striker Evan Ferguson. Soccer • 15 Nov
Ireland's serpentine campaign slithers on to Budapest Saint Patrick might have driven the snakes out of Ireland, but Heimir Hallgrimsson summoned the nation's serpentine spirit to conjure a magnificent victory over Portugal. Soccer • 15 Nov
Ireland's serpentine campaign slithers on to Budapest Saint Patrick might have driven the snakes out of Ireland, but Heimir Hallgrimsson summoned the nation's serpentine spirit to conjure a magnificent victory over Portugal. Soccer • 15 Nov
'In our own hands' - Heimir primed for Budapest battle The performance the national team has been waiting years for finally came to fruition at Aviva Stadium with a two-goal victory over the FIFA number five ranked side to keep the World Cup dream alive. Soccer • 14 Nov
'In our own hands' - Heimir primed for Budapest battle The performance the national team has been waiting years for finally came to fruition at Aviva Stadium with a two-goal victory over the FIFA number five ranked side to keep the World Cup dream alive. Soccer • 14 Nov
Scales, Azaz and Taylor selected to face Portugal Liam Scales, Finn Azaz and Jack Taylor have all been included in the Ireland side to face Portugal in tonight's World Cup qualifier at Aviva Stadium. Soccer • 13 Nov
Scales, Azaz and Taylor selected to face Portugal Liam Scales, Finn Azaz and Jack Taylor have all been included in the Ireland side to face Portugal in tonight's World Cup qualifier at Aviva Stadium. Soccer • 13 Nov
Kelly: Draw won't do for Ireland against Portugal While a draw for the Republic of Ireland against Portugal tonight would be a positive result, Stephen Kelly believes only a win will realistically keep World Cup hopes alive. Soccer • 13 Nov
Kelly: Draw won't do for Ireland against Portugal While a draw for the Republic of Ireland against Portugal tonight would be a positive result, Stephen Kelly believes only a win will realistically keep World Cup hopes alive. Soccer • 13 Nov
Preview: World Cup hopes depend on perfect performance As the final bars of the national anthem reverberate throughout a thronged Aviva Stadium ahead of kick-off tonight, Ireland will know exactly what is needed to remain in the World Cup conversation. Soccer • 13 Nov
Preview: World Cup hopes depend on perfect performance As the final bars of the national anthem reverberate throughout a thronged Aviva Stadium ahead of kick-off tonight, Ireland will know exactly what is needed to remain in the World Cup conversation. Soccer • 13 Nov
'The sky is the limit' for vibrant Parrott Troy Parrott is in pole position to lead the line in the Republic of Ireland's clash against Portugal at Aviva Stadium tonight, with the Dubliner relishing the prospect of featuring from the start. Soccer • 13 Nov
'The sky is the limit' for vibrant Parrott Troy Parrott is in pole position to lead the line in the Republic of Ireland's clash against Portugal at Aviva Stadium tonight, with the Dubliner relishing the prospect of featuring from the start. Soccer • 13 Nov
Hallgrimsson wary of Ronaldo influence on referee Heimir Hallgrimsson is hoping that Cristiano Ronaldo does not hold too much sway with officials as Ireland host Portugal in a vital World Cup qualifier later this evening. Soccer • 13 Nov
Hallgrimsson wary of Ronaldo influence on referee Heimir Hallgrimsson is hoping that Cristiano Ronaldo does not hold too much sway with officials as Ireland host Portugal in a vital World Cup qualifier later this evening. Soccer • 13 Nov
