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31 March 2026; Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland with his children, from left, Lily, Blake and Ellie, before the international friendly match between Republic of Ireland and North Macedonia at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsf

Molumby hails 'incredible' Coleman as star mulls future

Jayson Molumby has hailed the "incredible" Séamus Coleman as the Republic of Ireland veteran mulls over his international future.

Soccer • 01 Apr

31 March 2026; Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland with manager Heimir Hallgrimsson upon being substituted during the international friendly match between Republic of Ireland and North Macedonia at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Ben McShane/Sportsfil

Heimir wants Coleman to stay on after 'strange' game

In a game with so little riding on it, it was perhaps little surprise that one of the main talking points both before and after the goalless draw with North Macedonoia was the international future of Séamus Coleman.

Soccer • 31 Mar

Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary.

No numbers game afoot but Coleman stay would be a 'gain'

Heimir Hallgrimsson says it would be the Republic of Ireland's gain if Séamus Coleman opts to extend his international career into another campaign.

Soccer • 29 Mar

26 March 2026; Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland after the FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers play-off semi-final match between Czechia and Republic of Ireland at Fortuna Arena in Prague, Czechia. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Retirement not in Coleman's thoughts after gutting defeat

Seamus Coleman said retirement was not something in his thoughts in the wake of Ireland's gut-wrenching penalty shootout loss to Czechia.

Soccer • 27 Mar

Seamus Coleman arrives for a Republic of Ireland men's media conference at the Fortuna Arena in Prague, Czechia.

Coleman: Two years ago, it would have been a lot to take

Séamus Coleman says the magnitude of a high-pressure World Cup play-off tie might have been "a lot to take" for the Republic of Ireland's youngsters this time two years ago. But ahead of Thursday's play-off semi-final against Czechia, the veteran defender says the Boys in Green are now ready.

Soccer • 26 Mar

Nathan Collins of Republic of Ireland before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary.

Coleman has helped to ease weight of captaincy - Collins

Captaining one's country is a privilege. But wearing that armband can also be a heavy cross to bear even in the best of times. Thankfully for the Republic of Ireland's skipper Nathan Collins, he has Séamus Coleman to help him carry the burden.

Soccer • 24 Mar

Seamus Coleman of Everton arrives at Craven Cottage ahead of the Premier League match between Fulham and Everton in London, England, on February 7, 2026. (Photo by Tiego Grenho/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Coleman remains in Ireland contention after minor knock

Seamus Coleman looks likely to be in contention for the Republic of Ireland's World Cup play-off with Czech Republic after Everton manager David Moyes played down an injury picked up in training last week.

Soccer • 02 Mar

Seamus Coleman of Everton kicks a water bottle out of frustration after being substituted off early during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Everton at Old Trafford on November 24, 2025 in Manchester, England.

Coleman 'back on the grass' in boost for Hallgrimsson

Everton manager David Moyes has confirmed that Séamus Coleman has stepped up his return from injury.

Soccer • 16 Jan

16 November 2025; Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

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 25

13 November 2025; Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Watch: Coleman on sacrifice, leadership and pride

Séamus Coleman speaks to Tony O'Donoghue ahead of the Republic of Ireland's clutch clash with Hungary in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Soccer • 16 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

11 October 2025; Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland 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 McCarthy/Sportsfile

Coleman calls on team mates to step up for Ireland

Seamus Coleman has told his Republic of Ireland team-mates to relish the "heavy jersey" they pull on when they get the chance to represent their country.

Soccer • 13 Oct 25

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 25

26 August 2025; Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson during a Republic of Ireland squad announcement at Sky HQ in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

'Always tough to leave Seamus out' - Hallgrimsson

Heimir Hallgrimsson said that including Seamus Coleman in the Republic of Ireland squad would have sent out the wrong message ahead of the upcoming World Cup qualifying campaign.

Soccer • 26 Aug 25

Seamus Coleman has made 428 appearances for the Toffees

Coleman pens one-year deal with Everton

Seamus Coleman will extend his Everton career into a 17th season after signing a new one-year contract.

Soccer • 27 Jun 25

Seamus Coleman had a disrupted season because of injury

Everton offer Coleman new contract

Everton have offered Seamus Coleman a new contract with the Republic of Ireland international now mulling over the deal.

Soccer • 09 Jun 25

29 May 2025; Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson speaks to the media during a Republic of Ireland squad update and press conference at FAI Headquarters in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Shauna Clinton/Sportsfile

Hallgrimsson hopeful Coleman will make World Cup voyage

Heimir Hallgrimsson believes that Seamus Coleman has a big role to play in Ireland's upcoming World Cup campaign, despite the captain withdrawing from the current squad through injury.

Soccer • 29 May 25

Everton fans applaud Seamus Coleman (C) as he leaves the pitch

Coleman injured as Everton bid Goodison fond farewell

Everton and Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman had his day cut short by injury as the club signed off 133 years of history at Goodison Park with a fitting 2-0 win over Southampton.

Soccer • 18 May 25

Seamus Coleman looks set to remain at Everton

Moyes reveals Everton will offer Coleman new contract

Everton boss David Moyes has said 36-year-old club captain Seamus Coleman will be at the Toffees next season, crushing any assumptions the Donegal man will move on once his contract expires this summer.

Soccer • 16 May 25

Josh Honohan has excelled for Shamrock Rovers domestically and in Europe

Versatility the trump card for Honohan - Hallgrimsson

Heimir Hallgrimsson says Josh Honohan's versatility was the key calling card that earned the Shamrock Rovers defender a first call-up into the Republic of Ireland squad for the friendlies against Senegal and Luxembourg next month.

Soccer • 14 May 25

Seamus Coleman has been at the club since the last time David Moyes was the manager

Former manager Moyes agrees Everton return – reports

Everton have agreed a deal for David Moyes to return as manager 12 years after he left to join Manchester United, according to reports.

Soccer • 10 Jan 25

'I always say, whatever Everton need from me, I'm going to be there'

Coleman happy to help on 'surreal' evening

Seamus Coleman admitted it was a bit "surreal" to find himself on the sideline as interim co-manager for Everton's 2-0 win over Peterborough United in tonight's FA Cup tie but stressed he was willing to do whatever the club needed.

Soccer • 10 Jan 25

Iliman Ndiaye celebrates his goal with team-mate Abdoulaye Doucoure

Coleman guides Everton past Posh after Dyche exit

Caretaker managers Leighton Baines and Seamus Coleman succeeded where Sean Dyche so often failed as Everton not only scored but won with a 2-0 FA Cup victory over Peterborough a few hours after sacking the former Burnley boss.

Soccer • 10 Jan 25

Erling Haaland shrugs off Seamus Coleman before taking his penalty

Coleman coy on Haaland chat as he talks up Toffees

Everton veteran Seamus Coleman would not divulge exactly what he said to Erling Haaland before the Manchester City superstar missed a crucial penalty on St Stephen's Day, and instead focused on what's been a strong December for the Toffees.

Soccer • 27 Dec 24

Seamus Coleman returned to first-team action at the weekend at home to Chelsea

Dyche backs 'very unlucky' Coleman to step up at City

Everton manager Sean Dyche has backed his club captain Seamus Coleman to step up to the plate for the trip to Manchester City on Stephen's Day.

Soccer • 23 Dec 24