Irish & International Sports News, Fixtures & Results

Evan Ferguson's tap-in against Stoke sealed Brighton's progress to the sixth round of the FA Cup last season

Ferguson poised to start FA Cup tie for Brighton

Brighton boss Robert de Zerbi will be hoping that Evan Ferguson can make the same impact he had against Stoke last season when the Republic of Ireland forward is restored to the starting line-up for Saturday's FA Cup third-round tie against the Potters.

Soccer • 05 Jan 24

Championship wrap: Browne and Smallbone on the mark

Alan Browne and Robbie Brady combined for what proved to be the winning goal in an incident filled 2-1 victory for Preston North End away to Birmingham City.

Soccer • 21 Jan 23

Michael O'Neill's Stoke side were dumped out of the Carabao Cup by Morecambe earlier this month

Former Northern Ireland boss O'Neill sacked by Stoke

Stoke have sacked manager Michael O'Neill after making a disappointing start to their Championship season.

Soccer • 25 Aug 22

Middlesbrough sensationally beat Manchester United on penalties a Old Trafford in the last round

FA Cup previews: Wilder dreaming of Spurs scalp

Middlesbrough boss Chris Wilder said it would be an "incredible achievement" if his side can reach the FA Cup quarter-final.

Soccer • 28 Feb 22

David McGoldrick celebrates his later winner for Sheffield United against Stoke

Championship wrap: McGoldrick grabs winner for Blades

David McGoldrick came off the bench to hit a late winner for Sheffield United against Stoke to end their recent run of bad form.

Soccer • 16 Oct 21

Championship wrap - Fulham continue winning ways

Marco Silva's Fulham remain top of the Sky Bet Championship thanks to their 2-1 triumph at Millwall on a successful night for travelling sides.

Soccer • 17 Aug 21

James McClean and his family remain a target for abuse

McClean abuse is intolerable, say British Legion

The Royal British Legion have condemned the abuse suffered by James McClean because of his choice not to wear a poppy, describing it as intolerable.

Soccer • 19 Feb 21

Ryan Shawcross during this season's FA Cup third round match against Leicester

Stoke stalwart Shawcross set for MLS after sealing exit

Ryan Shawcross has had his Stoke contract terminated by mutual consent to bring an end to his 14 years with the club and pave the way for a move to the United States as the defender is linked to Inter Miami.

Soccer • 19 Feb 21

Mourinho: Dele Alli 'created problems' for Tottenham

Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho admitted he was angry with Dele Alli during his side's 3-1 Carabao Cup quarter-final win at Stoke.

Soccer • 23 Dec 20

Socially distanced fans in the stands during the Sky Bet Championship match at Adams Park, Wycombe

O'Neill relishes 'bit of atmosphere' as fans return

Stoke manager Michael O'Neill enjoyed having "a bit of an atmosphere" again after his side ran out 1-0 winners against Wycombe in front of 1,000 supporters at Adams Park.

Soccer • 03 Dec 20

James McClean has been the subject of some vile abuse

McClean left frustrated after 'nine years of abuse'

James McClean has criticised figures in and around the game for the lack of support he has received for racial and sectarian abuse.

Soccer • 14 Jul 20

Leeds need seven points from their last four games to guarantee promotion to the Premier League

Leeds thrash Stoke to bolster promotion push

Leeds United return to the top of the Championship table after thrashing Stoke City 5-0 at Elland Road.

Soccer • 09 Jul 20

Dejection was etched on the faces of Michael O'Neill and assistant Billy McKinlay as they returned to the dressing room at full-time

O'Neill slams Stoke players after defeat to Wigan

Stoke manager Michael O'Neill was left to bemoan "probably the worst performance" of his reign after seeing his side thumped 3-0 by Wigan in the Sky Bet Championship.

Soccer • 30 Jun 20

Michael O'Neill has tested positive for the coronavirus

Michael O'Neill tests positive as United tie called off

Former Northern Ireland and Shamrock Rovers manager Michael O'Neill has tested positive for coronavirus, which led to the cancellation of a planned friendly between Stoke and Manchester United.

Soccer • 10 Jun 20

'I wasn't being phased out' - Hayes on leaving Celtic

Jonny Hayes admits leaving Celtic will be difficult after being "heavily involved" in the team and having encouraging discussions about a new contract before the pandemic struck.

Soccer • 31 May 20

'I never wanted to cause any offence but I now realise that I did so and for that I apologise unreservedly'

Stoke fine McClean over 'inappropriate' Instagram post

Stoke City have fined Republic of Ireland winger James McClean and he has agreed to delete his Instagram account after an 'inappropriate' social media post.

Soccer • 27 Mar 20

Stoke have seen an improvement in results under Michael O'Neill

Agile O'Neill can balance club and country

Michael O'Neill insists he has had no trouble balancing the demands of Stoke and Northern Ireland over the past four months, but admits returning to club football has required an adjustment.

Soccer • 14 Mar 20

Championship wrap - McClean helps lift Stoke hopes

James McClean opened the scoring with his sixth goal of the season as Stoke boosted their Championship survival hopes with a 3-1 win at home to relegation rivals Charlton.

Soccer • 08 Feb 20

Anthony Pilkington found the net after just three minutes

Championship wrap - Pilkington on the mark for Wigan

Ireland international Anthony Pilkington opened the scoring after just three minutes as his Wigan side held Millwall to a 2-2 draw in the Sky Bet Championship.

Soccer • 26 Nov 19

James McClean trained with the Republic of Ireland squad in Abbotstown today

FA investigates abuse of James McClean by fans

The Football Association is investigating an allegation of "discriminatory behaviour" directed at Republic of Ireland winger James McClean during Stoke's clash against Barnsley on Saturday.

Soccer • 12 Nov 19

Michael O'Neill has been one of Northern Ireland's most successful ever managers

O'Neill takes Stoke reins but will finish Euro campaign

Stoke have announced Michael O'Neill as their new manager but the Armagh native will also continue as Northern Ireland boss until the conclusion of the Euro 2020 qualifying campaign.

Soccer • 08 Nov 19

Championship wrap - Hogan seals first Stoke win

Substitute Scott Hogan netted a 90th-minute winner as Stoke finally picked up their first win of the Championship season as they beat leaders Swansea 2-1 at the Liberty Stadium.

Soccer • 05 Oct 19

James McClean believes he is treated differently to Raheem Sterling

'I'm a white Irish man. That doesn't matter to them'

James McClean has once again hit out at the "hypocrisy" of the English football authorities in dealing with sectarian abuse, comparing the authorities' reaction to his situation with how Raheem Sterling was treated.

Soccer • 01 Jun 19

James McClean has received a death threat in the form of a birthday card

McClean receives death threat in abuse-filled card

Republic of Ireland international James McClean has shared images of a birthday card he received which included a death threat and vile anti-Irish messages.

Soccer • 01 May 19

Bradley Johnson of Derby County clashes with Joe Allen of Stoke City

Allen insists Johnson didn't bite him

Joe Allen has refuted claims he was bitten by Derby midfielder Bradley Johnson during Stoke's 2-1 win on Wednesday evening.

Soccer • 29 Nov 18