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Fans were back at Tallaght Stadium on Friday night

'You felt the energy, it was brilliant' - Bradley

One thousand Shamrock Rovers fans were allowed back into the stadium for Friday night's 1-1 draw with Finn Harps, however, manager Stephen Bradley said that if felt like five times the amount.

Soccer • 12 Jun 21

Vera Pauw: 'With the world still fighting back against the Covid-19 pandemic, we are very grateful to have the opportunity to play these games'

Ireland announce friendlies ahead of World Cup campaign

The Republic of Ireland will begin their preparations for the 2023 Women's World Cup with two international friendly games in April.

Soccer • 24 Mar 21

Jack Byrne confirms Shamrock Rovers exit

Republic of Ireland international Jack Byrne has confirmed that he is leaving Shamrock Rovers with immediate effect.

Soccer • 01 Jan 21

Fortress Tallaght on Duggan's radar as long game looms

Peamount United player Karen Duggan speaks to Raf Diallo about her hopes of ending FAI Cup final pain on Saturday, while the former Republic of Ireland star gives her take on the health of Irish soccer after missing out on Euro 2022 qualification.

Soccer • 12 Dec 20

Megan Campbell is back in the Ireland squad

Campbell returns to the Ireland fold for Germany clash

Manchester City defender Megan Campbell returns to Ireland women's squad for their crucial European Championship qualifier against Germany at Tallaght Stadium.

Soccer • 23 Nov 20

Jim Crawford's side take on Iceland in a must-win game

Under-21s deserve Euro 2021 place, says Crawford

Jim Crawford has challenged his players to reap the reward he believes they deserve by becoming the first Republic of Ireland team to qualify for the European Under-21s Championship.

Soccer • 14 Nov 20

Etzaz Hussain of Molde FK, left, is congratulated by team-mate Mathis Bolly

Battling Dundalk undone by second-half Molde rally

Molde turned on the style in the second half as two goals in 10 minutes denied Dundalk a dream start to their Europa League Group B campaign at Tallaght Stadium.

Soccer • 22 Oct 20

Lee Grace and AC Milan's Samuel Castillejo exchange viewpoints during the Europa League qualifier at Tallaght Stadium

Milan mountain too high, but Bradley's glass half-full

Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley was bursting with pride despite watching his side exit the Europa League following a 2-0 defeat by AC Milan at Tallaght Stadium.

Soccer • 17 Sep 20

Tallaght Stadium will have a capacity of 10,000

Tallaght Stadium to get new stand in €7.7m upgrade

Tallaght Stadium will become a four-stand stadium with a capacity of 10,000 after South Dublin County Council confirmed the venue is to receive a €7.7m upgrade.

Soccer • 12 Jun 20

Julie-Ann Russell (L) and manager Vera Pauw bump shoulders in training

Pauw patrol: Ireland tuned up for Greek showdown

The Ireland team have travelled from all over the world to meet up in Dublin for their Euro 2021 clash with Greece, but despite all the coronavirus chaos, everything has gone very smoothly in the Ireland camp.

Soccer • 04 Mar 20

Rianna Jarrett: 'There is that big step up to the Women's Super League from the Women's National League'

Rianna Jarrett ready to take flight with Ireland

Rianna Jarrett says she's feeling better than ever as she gears up for the Republic of Ireland's crunch Euro 2021 qualifier against Greece in Tallaght on Thursday.

Soccer • 04 Mar 20

Recap: Republic of Ireland U21s 0-0 Italy U21s

Stephen Kenny's men hold Italy in Tallaght. Read back on how it unfolded.

Soccer • 10 Oct 19

Jarrett celebrates her goal with Megan Campbell

A dream come true for Rianna Jarrett at Tallaght

Rianna Jarrett says it was a dream come true for her as she scored her first senior international goal in the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2021 qualifier win over Ukraine at Tallaght.

Soccer • 09 Oct 19

Tomorrow evening's qualifier is Ireland's second game of Group I

All you need to know: Republic of Ireland v Ukraine

The Republic of Ireland will be hoping to make it two wins from two in their Euro 2021 qualifying campaign when they welcome Ukraine to Tallaght Stadium this evening.

Soccer • 08 Oct 19

Bradley not looking over his shoulder at Bohemians

Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley insists he is not looking over his shoulder at Dublin rivals Bohemians ahead of Friday's clash between the two sides at Tallaght Stadium.

Soccer • 28 Aug 19

Shamrock Rovers travel to Cyprus with a 2-1 lead from the first leg

Bullish Bradley backs Rovers to shine in Cyprus

Stephen Bradley is ready for a big reaction from Apollon Limassol at the GSP Stadium in the heat of Nicosia tonight.

Soccer • 01 Aug 19

'I think this group showed tremendous character and togetherness to do that.'

Bradley: Hoops are capable of more after 'special' win

Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley said his squad are capable of something special after they knocked Norwegian club Brann out of the Europa League qualifiers at Tallaght.

Soccer • 18 Jul 19

The Netherlands made it back to back successes at this age grade in Dublin

Netherlands beat Italy in U17 Euro decider in Tallaght

Holland retained the European Under-17 Championship title with a 4-2 victory over Italy in Tallaght.

Soccer • 19 May 19

Tallaght Stadium will host the Under-17 Euros final in May

Six LOI grounds named to host U17 Euros games

Six League of Ireland grounds have been confirmed to host games in May's UEFA Under-17 Euros.

Soccer • 25 Feb 19

Ronan Hale admits that Ireland's game in Israel is a must win encounter

Only victory will do for Under-21s in Israel, says Hale

Ronan Hale will head into the Republic of Ireland's penultimate European Under-21 Championship qualifier in Israel knowing victory is the only option.

Soccer • 10 Oct 18

Colin Bell is very familiar with this Norwegian squad having coached there in the past

Norway to provide 'tough' test for Bell's Ireland team

Republic of Ireland women's manager Colin Bell feels that Norway will provide a "tough" test for his side in their upcoming World Cup qualifier game in Tallaght Stadium.

Soccer • 05 Jun 18

Graham Burke of Shamrock Rovers made his Republic of Ireland debut against Celtic

Shamrock Rovers to host Celtic in July friendly

Shamrock Rovers will host Celtic in July in preparation for their UEFA Champions League qualification the Dublin club announced today.

Soccer • 21 May 18

Darragh Leahy celebrates his late match-winner

Long: We deserved victory; now we must kick on

Bohemians manager Keith Long felt his side were full value for their last-gasp derby victory over Shamrock Rovers, but says the positive result must be used a springboard in the league.

Soccer • 14 Apr 18

Centre-half Louise Quinn is a key part of the Republic of Ireland team

Quinn confident Ireland can deliver against Dutch

Louise Quinn says the Republic of Ireland's performances to date in their World Cup qualifiers have given the squad confidence they can pick up another positive result against European champions Netherlands.

Soccer • 09 Apr 18

Dundalk drop more points after lacklustre Hoops draw

Dundalk played out a stalemate against Shamrock Rovers, as they slip four points behind reigning champions Cork City in the early stages of the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division.

Soccer • 23 Feb 18