Irish & International Sports News, Fixtures & Results

Jeff Hendrick looks set to start for Ireland against Denmark

O'Neill gives the thumbs-up on Hendrick fitness

Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill has no last minute injury worries ahead of his side's World Cup qualifying play-off first-leg with Denmark tomorrow.

Soccer • 10 Nov 17

Robbie Brady is free to play for Ireland in the play-offs

FIFA confirm that they'll take no action against Brady

Robbie Brady has been cleared to play in the Republic of Ireland's World Cup play-off after FIFA decided to take no action over an alleged clash with Wales defender Ashley Williams.

Soccer • 13 Oct 17

Robbie Brady salutes the fans after a famous win in Wales

Robbie Brady in the clear over Williams flashpoint

The Republic of Ireland have been handed a very welcome boost with the news that Robbie Brady will not be charged by FIFA over a flashpoint with Ashley Williams in Cardiff on Monday night.

Soccer • 13 Oct 17

Brady under investigation for alleged headbutt

FIFA has confirmed it is investigating an incident involving Robbie Brady and Ashley Williams during the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifying victory in Wales.

Soccer • 10 Oct 17

Horagn has won two international caps since making his debut in March

Horgan eyes midfield opportunity for crunch qualifiers

Daryl Horgan admits he may be down the pecking order for Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill, but is preparing as if he will be afforded the opportunity to shine the next four days.

Soccer • 05 Oct 17

Jeff Hendrick runs to celebrate his goal with Stephen Ward

Dyche hails Irish involvement in Burnley match winner

Burnley manager Sean Dyche took delight in the "tremendous" winning goal at Everton which involved Republic of Ireland internationals Jeff Hendrick, Stephen Ward and Robbie Brady.

Soccer • 01 Oct 17

Arter has won six caps for Ireland since making his debut in 2015

Concern for Ireland as Arter ruled out for Bournemouth

Harry Arter is facing a race against time for Ireland's upcoming World Cup qualifiers after being ruled out of Bournemouth's Premier League clash with Leicester City this weekend.

Soccer • 29 Sep 17

Robbie Brady played a crucial role in Burnley's late goal

Burnley Irish confident ahead of Georgia clash

Robbie Brady says the Ireland squad are feeling "no pressure" going into the two upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Georgia and Serbia.

Soccer • 27 Aug 17

Charlie Austin fires home from the spot for Southampton

Premier League wrap: Rice suffers Hammers heartbreak

Republic of Ireland U19 international Declan Rice made his first Premier League start for West Ham, but it ended in heartbreak as Southampton snatched a 3-2 win at the death.

Soccer • 20 Aug 17

Shane Duffy's late effort was disallowed

Robbie Brady: Disallowed goal 'a disgrace'

Robbie Brady called the decision to disallow what would have been a late winner from Shane Duffy against Austria "a disgrace" but said the Republic of Ireland wouldn't let it disrupt their march to World Cup 2018.

Soccer • 12 Jun 17

The Austrian squad being put through their paces at the Aviva Stadium

The Opposition: Win or bust for Austria in Dublin

Marcel Koller's side arrive in Dublin, knowing that they must beat Ireland to have a realistic chance of qualifying for the World Cup in Russia.

Soccer • 11 Jun 17

Robbie Brady expects a big performance from Ireland

Brady ready to make up for lost time against Austria

Republic of Ireland fullback Robbie Brady feels he has a point to prove when his side take on Austria in a crunch World Cup qualifier at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 11 Jun 17

Robbie Brady is hoping to make an impression against Austria

Robbie Brady ready to make up for lost time

Robbie Brady is desperate to make Austria pay for his World Cup frustration as he targets a return to competitive action for the Republic of Ireland.

Soccer • 03 Jun 17

Jon Walters and Robbie Brady come into the Irish pane

O'Neill's key men back in fold for Uruguay clash

After the gulf of Mexico comes a flood of experienced talent to beef up Martin O'Neill's Republic of Ireland squad and help step up preparations for Sunday week's crunch clash against Austria.

Soccer • 02 Jun 17

Robbie Brady couldn't lead Ireland to victory against the Euro quarter-finalists

Brady frustrated with lack of tempo in Ireland defeat

There was an overriding sense of disappointment from Ireland captain Robbie Brady that the side failed to put in a performance of note in the defeat to Iceland at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 29 Mar 17

Robbie Brady will earn his 32nd cap against Iceland at the Aviva Stadium

Brady is captain as Coleman comes to terms with injury

Martin O'Neill admitted that Seamus Coleman is still coming to terms with the broken leg he suffered against Wales, while confirming that Robbie Brady will captain the side against Iceland.

Soccer • 27 Mar 17

Ireland v Wales Talking Points: Coleman concern

As the dust settles on last night's bruising encounter at the Aviva Stadium we reflect on the main talking points and look forward to Ireland's chances of reaching the 2018 World Cup.

Soccer • 25 Mar 17

James McCarthy pulled out in the warm-up

McCarthy out after breaking down in warm-up

James McCarthy is out of the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Wales at the Aviva Stadium, kick-off 7:45pm.

Soccer • 24 Mar 17

The Welsh are coming...and their on-pitch leader Gareth Bale is fit and ready for the Dublin clash

Ireland assemble minus a few ahead of Wales showdown

The Ireland camp met up on Sunday as they prepare for Friday's World Cup qualifier with Wales at the Aviva Stadium and as always, there was a few fallers at the last hurdle of clubs games over the weekend.

Soccer • 20 Mar 17

Robbie Brady crowned FAI player of the year

Robbie Brady was named the senior international player of the year at the FAI Football awards on Sunday night.

Soccer • 21 Mar 17

Brady stunner denies Chelsea at Turf Moor

Robbie Brady's stunning debut goal checked Chelsea's Premier League title charge as Burnley maintained their impressive home form in a 1-1 draw at Turf Moor.

Soccer • 13 Feb 17

Robbie Brady: 'Burnley have had a fantastic start to the season' (Pic: Burnley Twitter)

'Buzzing' Brady wants to repay Burnley

Robbie Brady wants to repay Burnley manager Sean Dyche after being handed a 'fantastic opportunity' back in the Premier League.

Soccer • 01 Feb 17

Robbie Brady was linked to Crystal Palace

Van Aanholt move could affect Brady switch

Sunderland have agreed a fee which could eventually rise to £14m for defender Patrick van Aanholt with Premier League rivals Crystal Palace.

Soccer • 27 Jan 17

Robbie Brady joined Norwich from Hull in 2015

Brady poised for Premier League Palace switch

Republic of Ireland international Robbie Brady is set to return to the Premier League after Norwich reportedly agreed to accept an initial £9m offer from Crystal Palace for the Dubliner.

Soccer • 25 Jan 17

Jeff Hendrick (r) really wants his pal Robbie Brady (l) at Burnley

Hendrick issues Burnley plea to old pal Brady

Burnley midfielder Jeff Hendrick has admitted he would love to entice childhood friend and fellow Republic of Ireland international Robbie Brady to Turf Moor.

Soccer • 20 Jan 17