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Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal remonstrates with Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson after he was shown a red card during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium

Hallgrimsson has little sympathy for 'silly' Ronaldo

Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson said Cristiano Ronaldo only had himself to blame for the straight red card he received during Portugal's shock 2-0 loss at Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 13 Nov

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 13: Thomas Tuchel manager of England points out instructions to his players during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between England and Serbia at Wembley Stadium on November 13, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Crystal

Tuchel praises squad depth as England wrap up WC spot

Thomas Tuchel praised the impact of England's substitutes as the World Cup hopefuls continue to build a team rather than just a starting line-up.

Soccer • 14 Nov

Ireland players and coaching staff react after the final whistle in the men's football 2026 World Cup Group F qualifier between Ireland and Portugal at Aviva Stadium in Dublin on November 13, 2025. Irelnad won thematch 2-0. (Photo by Paul Faith / AFP)

World Cup qualifier: Ireland 2-0 Portugal recap

Ireland hosted Portugal in a World Cup Group F European qualifier at the Aviva Stadium. We brought every hop, skip and jump with our live updates on a historic night at Lansdowne Road...

Soccer • 13 Nov

13 November 2025; Troy Parrott of Republic of Ireland celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Ben McShane/Sportsfile

'Buzzing' Parrott enjoys the best night of his life

Troy Parrott hailed the "best night of his life" as his first-half brace secured the Republic of Ireland an astounding 2-0 win over the world's fifth-ranked side.

Soccer • 13 Nov

Nathan Collins of Republic of Ireland controls the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin

Player ratings: Parrott, Collins, O'Shea all excel

The Republic of Ireland enjoyed their best result in years as they beat Portugal 2-0 to revitalise their ambitions of making it to the World Cup. Here's how we rated the Boys in Green.

Soccer • 13 Nov

Barnabas Varga of Hungary wins an aerial battle during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Armenia and Hungary at Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium on November 13, 2025 in Yerevan, Armenia

Updated Hungary win in Armenia to set up Irish showdown

Hungary had to hang tough, but they ultimately dug out a hard-fought 1-0 win against Armenia in Yerevan to dent the Republic of Ireland's World Cup play-off hopes on Thursday evening.

Soccer • 13 Nov

Jobe Bellingham of Borussia Dortmund looks dejected after the Bundesliga match between Hamburger SV and Borussia Dortmund at Volksparkstadion on November 8, 2025 in Hamburg, Germany

Carsley backs Bellingham ahead of Ireland showdown

Jude Bellingham's England place might be the subject of debate but his little brother Jobe will once again be captain when the Under-21s face the Republic of Ireland on Friday night.

Soccer • 13 Nov

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

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

LOI transfers: Buckley to leave Bohs, Drogs lose Markey

Bohemians captain Keith Buckley is to leave the club when his contract expires at the end of the month, while Drogheda United have been dealt a major blow with midfielder Darragh Markey opting not to sign a new contract.

Soccer • 13 Nov

Cristiano Ronaldo of the Portugal National Team scores and celebrates during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Hungary and Portugal at Puskas Arena on September 9, 2025 in Budapest, Hungary.

Ronaldo's star burns bright in dying embers of career

Now entering the final days of an illustrious career, there's still plenty for the Republic of Ireland to fear from a Cristiano Ronaldo who remains as hungry for goals and silverware as ever.

Soccer • 13 Nov

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

WSL outlines blueprint for female-specific stadiums

WSL Football has unveiled design guidelines to support the building or upgrading of venues for women's teams.

Soccer • 13 Nov

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

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

Cristiano Ronaldo during a Portugal media conference at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin

'It's lovely' - Ronaldo charms fans on Dublin return

Cristiano Ronaldo has promised to be a "good boy" as he prepares to face a tide of boos at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 13 Nov

11 October 2025; Festy Ebosele of Republic of Ireland before 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

All you need to know: Republic of Ireland v Portugal

Heimir Hallgrimsson's Republic of Ireland team are looking to cause a big shock against Portugal tonight in a bid to keep the World Cup qualifying campaign alive. Here's everything you need to know.

Soccer • 13 Nov

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

Katie McCabe of Arsenal is challenged by Giulia Gwinn and Linda Dallmann of Bayern Munich during the UEFA Women's Champions League 2025/26 league phase match between FC Bayern München and Arsenal FC at the Allianz Arena on November 12, 2025 in Munich, Ger

WCL wrap: Arsenal left shellshocked by Bayern fightback

Arsenal were stunned in the Women's Champions League after Bayern Munich staged a remarkable second-half comeback to clinch a 3-2 win in Germany, after Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe was substituted off.

Soccer • 12 Nov

Salary cap would prompt legal challenge, says PFA chief

Certain clubs will take legal action against the Premier League if it introduces financial rules which will cap their spending regardless of how much they earn, the chief executive of the Professional Footballers' Association has warned.

Soccer • 12 Nov

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

Rob Edwards during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leicester City and Middlesbrough at King Power Stadium on November 4, 2025 in Leicester, United Kingdom.

Edwards confirmed as new head coach of Wolves

Wolves have confirmed the appointment of Rob Edwards as their new head coach on a three-and-a-half year deal.

Soccer • 12 Nov

3 May 2020; A general view of the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Aviva Stadium to host seven games at Euro 2028

Dublin's Aviva Stadium will host seven games at Euro 2028, including a last-16 clash and a quarter-final.

Soccer • 12 Nov

France's forward Kylian Mbappe looks on during a press conference at the Parc des Princes stadium, in Paris, on November 12, 2025 on the eve of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D European qualification football match against Ukraine. (Photo by Franck FIFE /

Mbappe and France ready to commemorate terror victims

France captain Kylian Mbappe said Les Bleus would like to remember those affected by the 2015 Paris terror attacks when they take on Ukraine in a World Cup qualifier on Thursday - the 10th anniversary of the tragedy that traumatised the nation.

Soccer • 12 Nov

Republic of Ireland head coach Colin O'Brien during the FIFA Under-17 World Cup Group J match between Republic of Ireland and Paraguay at Aspire Zone in Doha, Qatar.

'Everything at stake' for U17s against Canada - O'Brien

Republic of Ireland Under-17 head coach Colin O'Brien warned his side that they cannot underestimate anyone after confirmation that they will face Canada in the last 32 of the FIFA World Cup later this week.

Soccer • 11 Nov

Hallgrimsson has little sympathy for 'silly' Ronaldo

Tuchel praises squad depth as England wrap up WC spot

World Cup qualifier: Ireland 2-0 Portugal recap

'Buzzing' Parrott enjoys the best night of his life

Player ratings: Parrott, Collins, O'Shea all excel

Updated Hungary win in Armenia to set up Irish showdown

Carsley backs Bellingham ahead of Ireland showdown

Scales, Azaz and Taylor selected to face Portugal

Preview: World Cup hopes depend on perfect performance

LOI transfers: Buckley to leave Bohs, Drogs lose Markey

Ronaldo's star burns bright in dying embers of career

Kelly: Draw won't do for Ireland against Portugal

WSL outlines blueprint for female-specific stadiums

'The sky is the limit' for vibrant Parrott

Hallgrimsson wary of Ronaldo influence on referee

'It's lovely' - Ronaldo charms fans on Dublin return

All you need to know: Republic of Ireland v Portugal

Hallgrimsson confident Ireland will rise to occasion

WCL wrap: Arsenal left shellshocked by Bayern fightback

Salary cap would prompt legal challenge, says PFA chief

Cullen dismisses underdog tag ahead of Portugal clash

Edwards confirmed as new head coach of Wolves

Aviva Stadium to host seven games at Euro 2028

Mbappe and France ready to commemorate terror victims

'Everything at stake' for U17s against Canada - O'Brien