'I actually was about to start crying' - Larkin Abbie Larkin's 90th-minute strike delivered a dramatic 5-4 aggregate victory for the Republic of Ireland over Belgium, with the Ringsend flyer admitting that her unforgettable goal was all the more special as her family were on hand to witness it. Soccer • 28 Oct
'I actually was about to start crying' - Larkin Abbie Larkin's 90th-minute strike delivered a dramatic 5-4 aggregate victory for the Republic of Ireland over Belgium, with the Ringsend flyer admitting that her unforgettable goal was all the more special as her family were on hand to witness it. Soccer • 28 Oct
Supersub Larkin earns Ireland dramatic play-off success Abbie Larkin lifted home a dramatic 90th-minute goal to squeeze the Republic of Ireland past Belgium 5-4 on aggregate after a 2-1 loss in a pulsating Nations League promotion/relegation play-off in Leuven. Soccer • 28 Oct
Supersub Larkin earns Ireland dramatic play-off success Abbie Larkin lifted home a dramatic 90th-minute goal to squeeze the Republic of Ireland past Belgium 5-4 on aggregate after a 2-1 loss in a pulsating Nations League promotion/relegation play-off in Leuven. Soccer • 28 Oct
Republic of Ireland v Belgium - All you need to know The Republic of Ireland head to Leuven with promotion to League A in their own hands after a 4-2 first-leg win. Here's all you need to know for the return leg in Belgium. Soccer • 28 Oct
Republic of Ireland v Belgium - All you need to know The Republic of Ireland head to Leuven with promotion to League A in their own hands after a 4-2 first-leg win. Here's all you need to know for the return leg in Belgium. Soccer • 28 Oct
Preview: Ireland look to extinguish Red Flames at Aviva The Republic of Ireland return to the Aviva Stadium for the first time in 10 months, aiming to take down Belgium in the first leg of their Nations League promotion/relegation play-off. Soccer • 24 Oct
Preview: Ireland look to extinguish Red Flames at Aviva The Republic of Ireland return to the Aviva Stadium for the first time in 10 months, aiming to take down Belgium in the first leg of their Nations League promotion/relegation play-off. Soccer • 24 Oct
No club concerns as O'Brien names U-17 World Cup squad Republic of Ireland Under-17 head coach Colin O'Brien has named a 21-player squad for next month's World Cup in Qatar. Soccer • 21 Oct
No club concerns as O'Brien names U-17 World Cup squad Republic of Ireland Under-17 head coach Colin O'Brien has named a 21-player squad for next month's World Cup in Qatar. Soccer • 21 Oct
De Búrca: Defensive approach gives Ireland more hope RTÉ Soccer analyst Méabh De Búrca feels Republic of Ireland should operate a defensive line-up as they look to shake off rustiness against an experienced opponent in Belgium in the UEFA Women's Nations League play-off first leg at the Aviva Stadium. Soccer • 23 Oct
De Búrca: Defensive approach gives Ireland more hope RTÉ Soccer analyst Méabh De Búrca feels Republic of Ireland should operate a defensive line-up as they look to shake off rustiness against an experienced opponent in Belgium in the UEFA Women's Nations League play-off first leg at the Aviva Stadium. Soccer • 23 Oct
Hallgrimsson's tactics for Armenia astonishing - Corry Paul Corry found Heimir Hallgrimsson's tactical approach for the World Cup qualifier against Armenia far too conservative, and he doesn't hold out much hope of the Republic of Ireland making the play-offs. Soccer • 16 Oct
Hallgrimsson's tactics for Armenia astonishing - Corry Paul Corry found Heimir Hallgrimsson's tactical approach for the World Cup qualifier against Armenia far too conservative, and he doesn't hold out much hope of the Republic of Ireland making the play-offs. Soccer • 16 Oct
World Cup permutations: How Ireland can qualify The Republic of Ireland could still qualify for World Cup 2026, but what would need to happen for Heimir Hallgrimsson's men to book an unlikely ticket to North America next year? Soccer • 15 Oct
World Cup permutations: How Ireland can qualify The Republic of Ireland could still qualify for World Cup 2026, but what would need to happen for Heimir Hallgrimsson's men to book an unlikely ticket to North America next year? Soccer • 15 Oct
Collins relishing uphill task for Ireland Republic of Ireland skipper Nathan Collins is relishing the prospect of having to beat Portugal and Hungary to make it to next summer's World Cup finals. Soccer • 15 Oct
Collins relishing uphill task for Ireland Republic of Ireland skipper Nathan Collins is relishing the prospect of having to beat Portugal and Hungary to make it to next summer's World Cup finals. Soccer • 15 Oct
Ireland remain in conversation but tough task ahead Ireland's scrappy victory over Armenia ensured that Heimir Hallgrimsson's side remain in the World Cup conversation going into the November international window, however, there is a steep challenge awaiting in the final two games of the campaign. Soccer • 15 Oct
Ireland remain in conversation but tough task ahead Ireland's scrappy victory over Armenia ensured that Heimir Hallgrimsson's side remain in the World Cup conversation going into the November international window, however, there is a steep challenge awaiting in the final two games of the campaign. Soccer • 15 Oct
Dogged Ferguson reaping patient rewards Republic of Ireland striker Evan Ferguson admits he has to be patient in the current Irish set-up with chances to score at a premium. Soccer • 15 Oct
Dogged Ferguson reaping patient rewards Republic of Ireland striker Evan Ferguson admits he has to be patient in the current Irish set-up with chances to score at a premium. Soccer • 15 Oct
Hallgrimsson attributes nerves to unconvincing win Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson admitted nerves seemed to get the better of his team in the scrappy 1-0 win over Armenia, but insists his team can improve with World Cup qualification hopes still alive. Soccer • 15 Oct
Hallgrimsson attributes nerves to unconvincing win Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson admitted nerves seemed to get the better of his team in the scrappy 1-0 win over Armenia, but insists his team can improve with World Cup qualification hopes still alive. Soccer • 15 Oct
Player Ratings: Festy and Ferguson shine brightest Here is how we rated the Boys in Green in the 1-0 victory over Armenia in Dublin. Soccer • 14 Oct
Player Ratings: Festy and Ferguson shine brightest Here is how we rated the Boys in Green in the 1-0 victory over Armenia in Dublin. Soccer • 14 Oct
Azaz and Smallbone named for must-win Armenia clash Finn Azaz and Will Smallbone have been named to start Ireland's must-win World Cup qualifier against Armenia at Aviva Stadium, kick-off 7:45pm. Soccer • 14 Oct
Azaz and Smallbone named for must-win Armenia clash Finn Azaz and Will Smallbone have been named to start Ireland's must-win World Cup qualifier against Armenia at Aviva Stadium, kick-off 7:45pm. Soccer • 14 Oct
Preview: Dramatic night awaits with dream in balance Armenia put a major dent in Ireland's qualifying campaign, and now the eastern European side can potentially drive the final nail into the national team's World Cup ambitions. Soccer • 14 Oct
Preview: Dramatic night awaits with dream in balance Armenia put a major dent in Ireland's qualifying campaign, and now the eastern European side can potentially drive the final nail into the national team's World Cup ambitions. Soccer • 14 Oct
Big performance igniting 'team fire' in Ireland squad The defeat to Armenia might still be fresh in the memory for Heimir Hallgrimsson and the Ireland squad, however, victory is the only thing on the agenda as the return game takes place at Aviva Stadium this evening. Soccer • 14 Oct
Big performance igniting 'team fire' in Ireland squad The defeat to Armenia might still be fresh in the memory for Heimir Hallgrimsson and the Ireland squad, however, victory is the only thing on the agenda as the return game takes place at Aviva Stadium this evening. Soccer • 14 Oct
Positive Portugal performance sets up Armenia must-win The management called for an Irish performance, the players obliged. Nothing tangible in Lisbon, however, the rewards should come later for Heimir Hallgrimsson's side. Soccer • 13 Oct
Positive Portugal performance sets up Armenia must-win The management called for an Irish performance, the players obliged. Nothing tangible in Lisbon, however, the rewards should come later for Heimir Hallgrimsson's side. Soccer • 13 Oct
Ogbene wary of Armenia rematch after 'life lesson' Chiedozie Ogbene has warned the Republic of Ireland that Tuesday night's must-win World Cup qualifier against Armenia will be just as difficult as their showdown with star-studded Portugal. Soccer • 12 Oct
Ogbene wary of Armenia rematch after 'life lesson' Chiedozie Ogbene has warned the Republic of Ireland that Tuesday night's must-win World Cup qualifier against Armenia will be just as difficult as their showdown with star-studded Portugal. Soccer • 12 Oct
Coleman encouraged despite not so happy birthday Seamus Coleman's 37th birthday wasn't his happiest but the Republic of Ireland veteran was encouraged by his side's performance in their heart-breaking World Cup qualifying defeat to Portugal. Soccer • 12 Oct
Coleman encouraged despite not so happy birthday Seamus Coleman's 37th birthday wasn't his happiest but the Republic of Ireland veteran was encouraged by his side's performance in their heart-breaking World Cup qualifying defeat to Portugal. Soccer • 12 Oct
Referee showed Portugal too much respect - Hallgrimsson Back-to-back defeats for Ireland in their quest for World Cup qualification, but a real case of chalk and cheese when comparing the loss in Armenia to tonight's defeat in Lisbon. Soccer • 12 Oct
Referee showed Portugal too much respect - Hallgrimsson Back-to-back defeats for Ireland in their quest for World Cup qualification, but a real case of chalk and cheese when comparing the loss in Armenia to tonight's defeat in Lisbon. Soccer • 12 Oct
Silva praises Ireland's 'tough group of lads' Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva praised the Republic of Ireland's "tough group of lads" as Roberto Martinez' side needed some late intervention to earn a 1-0 win in Lisbon. Soccer • 12 Oct
Silva praises Ireland's 'tough group of lads' Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva praised the Republic of Ireland's "tough group of lads" as Roberto Martinez' side needed some late intervention to earn a 1-0 win in Lisbon. Soccer • 12 Oct
Coleman returns to Ireland XI for Portugal clash Seamus Coleman is back in the Ireland starting XI as manager Heimir Hallgrimsson named his side to face Portugal at the Jose Alvalade Stadium in Lisbon. Soccer • 11 Oct
Coleman returns to Ireland XI for Portugal clash Seamus Coleman is back in the Ireland starting XI as manager Heimir Hallgrimsson named his side to face Portugal at the Jose Alvalade Stadium in Lisbon. Soccer • 11 Oct
Postcard from Lisbon: A Sporting chance for Ireland? Stanley Park famously separated Liverpool's two great clubs; in Lisbon, just over a mile of motorway and a mazy spaghetti junction sits between Benfica's Stadium of Light and the Jose Alvalade Stadium, home of the green and white hoops of Sporting. Soccer • 11 Oct
Postcard from Lisbon: A Sporting chance for Ireland? Stanley Park famously separated Liverpool's two great clubs; in Lisbon, just over a mile of motorway and a mazy spaghetti junction sits between Benfica's Stadium of Light and the Jose Alvalade Stadium, home of the green and white hoops of Sporting. Soccer • 11 Oct
Preview: Which Ireland will appear for Portugal clash? What are this Ireland team capable of when they come face to face with Portugal at the Jose Alvalade Stadium this evening? Soccer • 11 Oct
Preview: Which Ireland will appear for Portugal clash? What are this Ireland team capable of when they come face to face with Portugal at the Jose Alvalade Stadium this evening? Soccer • 11 Oct
'The fans are crazy' - Ferguson on unique lure of Rome Evan Ferguson says the desire for a change after a frustating campaign in England and the allure of Roma were the central factors in his decision to decamp to the Italian capital for this season. Soccer • 10 Oct
'The fans are crazy' - Ferguson on unique lure of Rome Evan Ferguson says the desire for a change after a frustating campaign in England and the allure of Roma were the central factors in his decision to decamp to the Italian capital for this season. Soccer • 10 Oct
