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David Meyler did the work of two men in midfield against Serbia

Meyler a ray of hope amid disappointment

Ireland may have suffered defeat against Serbia in Dublin but there were bright spots and none more so than the performance of David Meyler who once again proved he's the the man for the job. Any job.

Soccer • 06 Sep 17

Shane Long under pressure from Nikola Maksimovic of Serbia

'We have to do it the hard way but we can still do it'

Shane Long admits that Ireland are going about things the "hard way" again but believes they can still make it to the World Cup in Russia.

Soccer • 06 Sep 17

David Meyler believes Ireland should have taken all three points against Serbia

Ireland deserved to win, says Meyler

David Meyler believes that Ireland were the better team in their 1-0 World Cup qualifying defeat against Serbia in Dublin and that they should have taken all three points.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

It was a frustrating night for Ireland manager Martin O'Neill

We can still make it to World Cup, insists O'Neill

Martin O'Neill is adamant the Republic of Ireland's World Cup dream isn't over yet, despite a disappointing 1-0 qualifier defeat to Serbia in Dublin.

Soccer • 06 Sep 17

Ireland Manager Martin O'Neill (L) and assistant manager Roy Keane

Irish woes down to management, insists Dunphy

RTÉ Soccer analyst Eamon Dunphy blamed inconsistency from the Irish management for the recent slump in results, after Ireland lost 1-0 to Serbia at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

James McClean reacts during Ireland's frustrating loss to Serbia

Narrow defeat a bitter blow for Ireland

Ireland's World Cup qualification hopes suffered another setback as they fell to a 1-0 defeat against Serbia at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

Roy Keane, Stephen Ward and Daryl Horgan share a joke befor kick-off

Watch: Republic of Ireland v Serbia

Presenter Darragh Maloney is joined in the Aviva Stadium for RTÉ 2's coverage of tonight's World Cup qualifier by analysts Eamon Dunphy, Liam Brady and Damien Duff.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

Wes Hoolahan starts in midfield for Ireland

Hoolahan starts for Ireland against Serbia

Ireland manager Martin O'Neill has made two changes to his side to take on Serbia in their World Cup Group D qualifying clash, with midfielder Wes Hoolahan getting the nod to start.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

Shane Long battles with Antonio Rukavina of Serbia

Ireland 0-1 Serbia recap

Ireland have been beaten 1-0 by Serbia at the Aviva Stadium in a game which put a huge dent in their World Cup hopes. See how it all unfolded here.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

There is certainly a bit of pressure on the Irish management ahead of this crucial qualifier

Kerr: 'We can't depend on the hoof and hope stuff'

The Republic of Ireland will have to show a marked improvement from their previous home games in this World Cup qualifying campaign if they are to have any chance against a Serbia side that has "so many good players", says Brian Kerr.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

Aleksandar Mitrovic is currently serving a ban in the Premier League

Martin O'Neill plays down talk of inciting Mitrovic

Martin O'Neill has insisted the Republic of Ireland will not attempt to light Aleksandar Mitrovic's short fuse as they attempt to rekindle their World Cup bid against Serbia.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

Ireland cannot take anything from the weekend's draw with Georgia to help prepare for tonight's game against Serbia

Preview: Ireland aim to summon past heroics

If Ireland are going to qualify for the World Cup in Russia they are going to have to do it by their traditional route, with one or two underdog victories and most likely, a two-legged play-off victory in November.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

Shane Duffy celebrates scoring against Georgia

Duffy: Ireland must improve but have nothing to fear

Shane Duffy admits Ireland's performance against Georgia was their worst of the campaign but insists his side can put it to Serbia in their crunch World Cup qualifier in Dublin tonight.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

Dunphy: Ireland shapeless, badly organised & a shambles

Eamon Dunphy believes Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane "don't respect" Wes Hoolahan, that they have no clear game plan and has also questioned what exactly assistant manager Keane's role is.

Soccer • 04 Sep 17

Nemanja Matic: 'If we win, we know we are very close to a World Cup.'

'This is maybe the most important game in our history'

Nemanja Matic will head into the "most important" game in Serbia's history, against the Republic of Ireland in Dublin, dreaming of World Cup qualification and the Premier League title.

Soccer • 04 Sep 17

Ireland v Serbia: A recent history

The Republic of Ireland and Serbia meet for the fifth time when they go head to head in the hunt for World Cup qualification in Dublin on Tuesday evening. We look back on the countries' past collisions.

Soccer • 04 Sep 17

Serbia come to Dublin for a crunch World Cup qualifier tomorrow night

Ireland v Serbia: The opposition

We take a look at Ireland's opponents tomorrow night, the Group D leaders who could plant one foot in Russia with victory.

Soccer • 04 Sep 17

Ireland take on Serbia at Lansdowne Road

At a Glance: Ireland v Serbia

Get all the details you need to know ahead of Ireland's crucial World Cup qualifier against Serbia.

Soccer • 05 Sep 17

Martin O'Neill: 'That's why we made the Euros, because of this great strength'

'Not most talented' but Ireland must fight to win

Martin O'Neill says Ireland must rely on team spirit against Serbia as his players "are not the most talented outfit" to have played for the Boys in Green.

Soccer • 04 Sep 17

Jeff Hendrick won't play any part in tomorrow's game v Serbia

Hendrick ruled out of Serbia clash

Jeff Hendrick has been ruled out of the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Serbia tomorrow.

Soccer • 04 Sep 17

Wes Hoolahan was an unused substitute in Georgia

'There's no other Irish player like Wes'

The Republic of Ireland head into their crucial Group D clash against Serbia needing more than just a quick fix. They need points.

Soccer • 04 Sep 17

The Republic of Ireland have now drawn three games on the trot

Duffy backs Georgia to aid Irish cause in qualifiers

Shane Duffy was in philosophical mood after his first goal for the Republic of Ireland proved only enough to secure a World Cup qualifier draw in Georgia, adding that the latter could have a major say in how things pan out in Group D.

Soccer • 04 Sep 17

Stephen Ward is hoping to see Ireland supporters get behind their side on Tuesday

Ward calls on fans to lift Ireland against Serbia

Stephen Ward has challenged the Republic of Ireland supporters to call upon the spirit of their shock victory over Germany to re-ignite their World Cup qualifying campaign.

Soccer • 04 Sep 17

Jonathan Walters was eager to remind people that Ireland's qualifying fate is still in their own hands

Walters stays upbeat as attentions turn to Serbia

Republic of Ireland frontman Jonathan Walters is focusing on the positives after a disappointing 1-1 draw with Georgia in their World Cup qualifying Group D clash.

Soccer • 03 Sep 17

Martin O'Neill: 'Jon has been brilliant for us. He's great around the place and is a fantastic member of the squad.'

'If Walters doesn't train but plays, I'll be happy'

Martin O'Neill has only Georgia on his mind as the Republic of Ireland prepare for a crucial World Cup qualification double-header.

Soccer • 29 Aug 17