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15 November 2025; Troy Parrott during a Republic of Ireland training session at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

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 25

15 November 2025; Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson during a Republic of Ireland training session at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

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 25

6 September 2025; Jake O'Brien of Republic of Ireland in action against Bence Ötvös of Hungary during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F qualifying match between Republic of Ireland and Hungary at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sports

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 25

Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland in action against Bruno Fernandes of Portugal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F qualifying match between Portugal and Republic of Ireland at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, Portugal.

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 25

15 November 2025; Goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher during a Republic of Ireland training session at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

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 25

13 November 2025; Troy Parrott of Republic of Ireland, left, celebrates with teammates after scoring his side's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Pho

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 25

13 November 2025; Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson, left, and Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by S

'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 25

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 25

Portugal captain Ronaldo up against Republic of Ireland defender Seamus Coleman during the 2021 European qualifier between the teams in 2021

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 25

12 November 2025; Troy Parrott during a Republic of Ireland training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

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 25

11 November 2025; Troy Parrott and head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson during a Republic of Ireland training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

'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 25

11 October 2025; Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal reacts after a missed opportunity on goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F qualifying match between Portugal and Republic of Ireland at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, Portugal. Photo by Stephen McCart

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 25

Maturity propelling U17s to new World Cup heights

Republic of Ireland Under-17 manager Colin O'Brien has been impressed by the maturity and development of his team as they look to get the better of Canada in today's World Cup Round of 32 tie.

Soccer • 14 Nov 25

10 November 2025; Chiedozie Ogbene and head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson during a Republic of Ireland training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Hallgrimsson confident Ireland will rise to occasion

Heimir Hallgrimsson expects to see the best of his Ireland team when they take on Portugal at Aviva Stadium tomorrow evening, and is convinced that the players are ready to rise to the occasion.

Soccer • 12 Nov 25

11 November 2025; Players, from left, Jack Taylor, Josh Cullen, Jamie McGrath, Dara O'Shea, Liam Scales and Johnny Kenny arrive for a Republic of Ireland training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy

Cullen dismisses underdog tag ahead of Portugal clash

Ireland might be considered major underdogs ahead of their World Cup qualifying clash with Portugal, however, Josh Cullen is reluctant to accept the tag ahead of the vital Aviva Stadium encounter.

Soccer • 12 Nov 25

Republic of Ireland striker Michael Noonan takes on Paraguay's Carlos Franco

Draw with Paraguay seals top spot for Ireland Under-17s

The Republic of Ireland will head to the round of 32 in the FIFA Under-17 World Cup as group winners after a 0-0 draw with Paraguay in Doha was enough to seal top spot.

Soccer • 11 Nov 25

10 November 2025; Kevin O'Toole and head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson during a Republic of Ireland training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Fairytale of New York as O'Toole eyes Ireland debut

Back in 1958, a young Dubliner, Eric O'Toole, left his home in the port town of Dún Laoghaire and set sail for a new life in the United States of America.

Soccer • 11 Nov 25

Finn Sherlock of Republic of Ireland in action against Mathys De Carvalho

U17 World Cup: Republic of Ireland 0-0 Paraguay recap

Already assured of a place in the knockout stages, the Republic of Ireland U17s draw 0-0 with Paraguay qualify as Group J winners.

Soccer • 11 Nov 25

11 October 2025; Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher celebrates with teammates Nathan Collins, right, and Jake O'Brien, centre, after saving the penalty of Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F qualifying match

O'Shea wants fair crack at Portugal as quest continues

John O'Shea is hoping that Ireland get a fair crack at Portugal as the two sides go head-to-head in Thursday's World Cup qualifier at Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 11 Nov 25

10 November 2025; Nathan Collins during a Republic of Ireland press conference at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Collins insists Ireland will pose threat to Portugal

Nathan Collins believes that Ireland are willing and able to accept the difficult challenge of securing a result against Portugal on Thursday night at Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 11 Nov 25

Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson

Quinn: Hallgrimsson needs to put his stamp on Ireland

Niall Quinn on Heimir Hallgrimsson's future and the government's recent commitment to funding League of Ireland academies.

Soccer • 11 Nov 25

Quinn: Ferguson yet to find the right club fit

Niall Quinn believes that Evan Ferguson needs a club manager whose philosophy is best suited to his strengths as a centre-forward.

Soccer • 11 Nov 25

10 November 2025; Assistant head coach John O'Shea during a Republic of Ireland training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

'Wait and see' - O'Shea offers hope of Ferguson fitness

The Republic of Ireland management are going to have to play a waiting game to see whether Evan Ferguson will be available for the final World Cup qualifier against Hungary in Budapest next week.

Soccer • 10 Nov 25

Republic of Ireland players Grady McDonnell, left, and Ramon Martos celebrate with head coach Colin O'Brien at the full-time whistle

'Big moments, big players' – O'Brien hails U17 progress

Republic of Ireland head coach Colin O'Brien paid tribute to the resilience of his team after they fought back to defeat Uzbekistan and secure their place in the knockout stages of the Fifa Under-17 World Cup in Qatar.

Soccer • 08 Nov 25

Ireland progress to U17 World Cup knockout stages

The Republic of Ireland rallied from a goal down to defeat Uzbekistan 2-1 at the FIFA Under-17 World Cup and secure their place in the knockout stages of the tournament with a game to spare.

Soccer • 08 Nov 25