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Injured Harry Arter leaves Ireland squad

Harry Arter's Euro 2016 dream looks to be over after the Bournemouth midfielder left the Republic of Ireland squad this evening to return home.

Euro 2016 • 31 May 16

Robbie Keane looks on as the Ireland squad train at Turner's Cross

Robbie Keane a Euro 2016 doubt after calf strain

Record goalscorer Robbie Keane faces an anxious wait to see if he can join the Republic of Ireland at the Euro 2016 finals after being ruled out of their final warm-up game through injury.

Soccer • 01 Jun 16

Keane's finishing is still 'top-notch' says Ireland striker Daryl Murphy

Murphy admits Keane is a tough act to follow

Daryl Murphy has admitted the task of filling Robbie Keane's boots once he decides to hang them up will be daunting.

Euro 2016 • 24 May 16

Keane scored twice as LA Galaxy defeated New England 4-2

Irish Abroad: Keane makes timely scoring return

Here is how the Irish players overseas fared out as Martin O'Neill prepares to names his squad to take on the Netherlands on Thursday afternoon.

Soccer • 09 May 16

Ireland's record goalscorer is expected to be back to full fitness within four weeks

LA Galaxy confirm Keane return within four weeks

LA Galaxy boss Bruce Arena has allayed fears Republic of Ireland striker Robbie Keane may miss out on Euro 2016 with a knee injury by predicting a return to full fitness within a month.

Soccer • 06 Apr 16

Robbie Keane is looking for answers about his knee injury

Ireland captain Robbie Keane out of Slovakia tie

Republic of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane is out of Tuesday night's friendly against Slovakia as he grows increasingly concerned over a niggling knee injury.

Soccer • 26 Mar 16

Robbie Keane will miss Friday's friendly against Switzerland

Keane and Pilkington ruled out of Swiss clash

Robbie Keane and Anthony Pilkington have been ruled out of the friendly with Switzerland on Friday night at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 24 Mar 16

Robbie Keane slots home a penalty late on for Galaxy

MLS review: Keane on target in Galaxy win

Mike Magee produced a superb display on his return to Los Angeles, while Robbie Keane was also on target as the Galaxy began their Major League Soccer season with a 4-1 win against DC United.

Soccer • 07 Mar 16

Steven Gerrard: 'I wanted Robbie to stay around for a long time. I liked playing with him and was sad to see him go.'

Gerrard backs Keane to shine at Euro 2016

Steven Gerrard has backed LA Galaxy team-mate Robbie Keane to play a key role at Euro 2016 for Ireland - and revealed his regret at the striker's "clash" with Rafel Benitez that cut short his Liverpool career.

Soccer • 04 Dec 15

Robbie Keane celebrates with other members of the Ireland squad after securing qualification to Euro 2016

Three is a magic number for Robbie Keane

Robbie Keane was a proud man as he savoured qualifying for Euro 2016 - the third major tournament of his career - and he urged the younger players in the squad to enjoy every minute of the celebrations.

Soccer • 17 Nov 15

Robbie Keane has scored 67 times for Ireland

Robbie Keane: I can still get goals

Robbie Keane insists he does not have to remind manager Martin O'Neill of his goalscoring prowess as the Republic of Ireland head into their Euro 2016 play-off with Bosnia-Herzegovina.

Soccer • 12 Nov 15

Robbie Keane scored on the double but his side were still beaten

Robbie Keane's brace in vain as LA Galaxy lose

Robbie Keane scored twice but the Irishman's efforts were in vain as the Los Angeles Galaxy were dealt a 5-2 shock defeat by the Portland Timbers in the MLS.

Soccer • 19 Oct 15

Record goal-scorer Robbie Keane is already looking forward

Keane says Ireland must concentrate on play-offs

Skipper Robbie Keane has told his Ireland team-mates to forget the disappointment of defeat in Poland to ensure they make the most of their second chance.

Soccer • 12 Oct 15

Robbie Keane pictured at training on Wednesday morning

We can't worry about Scotland v Poland, says Keane

Ireland can lose to both Germany and Poland and still reach the EURO 2016 play-offs but Robbie Keane says the team can’t afford to be thinking of events in Glasgow tomorrow evening.

Soccer • 07 Oct 15

Ireland's record goalscorer was back on target for his MLS side

Keane & Gerrard on target as Galaxy top table

Robbie Keane and Steven Gerrard were on target as the Los Angeles Galaxy ended their scoring drought, defeating FC Dallas 3-2 on Sunday to rise to the top of the Major League Soccer standings.

Soccer • 28 Sep 15

Robbie Keane is desperate for another three points against Georgia

Keane puts Muller goal target to back of his mind

Robbie Keane has insisted collecting three points against Georgia is the only thing on his mind as he closes in on German legend Gerd Muller's international goals tally of 68.

Soccer • 06 Sep 15

Ireland captain Robbie Keane celebrates another great performance for LA Galaxy in MLS at the weekend.

Irish Abroad: Keane brightest star in Galaxy

RTÉ Sport's Rob Wright takes a look at how the Irish fared abroad last weekend as far afield as Los Angeles, Malaysia and Morecambe.

Soccer • 25 Aug 15

Robbie Keane was on the mark for LA Galaxy

Video: Keane hits quickfire double for LA Galaxy

Republic of Ireland captain Robbie Keane scored twice in five minutes to lead LA Galaxy to a 2-1 win over FC Dallas in the MLS last night.

Soccer • 16 Aug 15

Kevin Doyle feels his good form for the Colorado Rapids will put him in the spotlight for a place in the Ireland team

Kevin Doyle ready for Robbie Keane match-up in MLS

Kevin Doyle plans to get one over on compatriot Robbie Keane when the Irish strikers line up against each other in Major League Soccer on Saturday and hopes his move to the United States will boost his chances of an Ireland call-up.

Soccer • 31 Jul 15

Robbie Keane scored an early penalty for LA Galaxy

Keane and Doyle celebrate Fourth of July in style

Robbie Keane hit a hat-trick and Kevin Doyle scored his first MLS goal as the Ireland strikers helped LA Galaxy and Colorado Rapids to Fourth of July wins.

Soccer • 05 Jul 15

Robbie Keane still believes Ireland can qualify for Euro 2016

Keane grateful for support after tough week

Republic of Ireland captain Robbie Keane has thanked fans for their support at the end of the very difficult week for him and his family.

Soccer • 13 Jun 15

Martin O'Neill will let Robbie Keane decide if he's ready to play against Scotland

O'Neill won't put pressure on grieving Keane

Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill will leave record scorer Robbie Keane to decide if he is mentally ready to play in Saturday's Euro 2016 qualifier against Scotland after his family suffered a second tragedy.

Soccer • 12 Jun 15

Roy Keane and Robbie Keane share a joke at training this morning

Robbie Keane will step up if selected - Roy Keane

Roy Keane is convinced record goalscorer Robbie Keane will not let the Republic of Ireland down if he is pitched into Euro 2016 battle with Scotland.

Soccer • 11 Jun 15

Robbie Keane extends LA Galaxy contract

Republic of Ireland captain Robbie Keane has signed a contract extension with LA Galaxy, the club have announced.

Soccer • 10 Jun 15

Republic of Ireland striker Kevin Doyle has joined Robbie Keane in the USA

Kevin Doyle's MLS debut ends in defeat

There was no joy for Kevin Doyle on his Major League Soccer bow as the Colorado Rapids lost 1-0 at the Seattle Sounders while Robbie Keane's LA Galaxy were also defeated.

Soccer • 28 May 15