Ireland's improving metrics vs the eye test

Ireland's improving metrics vs the eye test

RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Heimir Hallgrimsson has highlighted metrics pointing to Ireland's recent improvement. Graham Gartland reacts to what the numbers say and how it compares to the eye test when watching the Boys in Green in November and March. Watch or listen to the full episode on rte.ie, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

Mbeumo pleasantly surprised by reaction from Irish Manchester United fans

Manchester United striker Bryan Mbuemo was taken aback by reaction from Irish supporters during their training camp in Kildare this week.

All-Ireland SHC preview: Who will launch a serious challenge?

With the leagues done and dusted, League Sunday panellists Dónal Óg Cusack and Ursula Jacob take a stab at predicting who will emerge from the provinces to launch a serious challenge for the All-Ireland title.

Fleur In The Park wins a chaotic Grade 1 WillowWarm Gold Cup at Fairyhouse

Fleur In The Park prevailed in the feature race at Fairyhouse on day two of the Easter Festival.

Limerick-Cork braced for league decider

Limerick and Cork meet in the final of the Allianz Hurling League Division 1A on Sunday

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Wiffen 'probably' swapping California for Dublin

Daniel Wiffen says he will quit the California training base that he shares with his twin brother Nathan if the times he swims at next week's Irish Open in Bangor are not what he's looking for.

Seán O’Shea pinpoints Donegal kickouts impact

Kerry's Seán O’Shea reacts to how Donegal changed their kick-out strategy to good effect in the Division 1 final.

Hallgrimsson keen to keep Coleman on board

Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson says he is hopeful Séamus Coleman, who will turn 40 shortly after a Euro 2028 tournament that sees games hosted in Dublin, will stay on.

Harvey Vale reflects on home debut and eyes brighter days

"I think I saw a flag out there, a QPR/Kerry one. That's very niche for me." - Harvey Vale enjoyed his home debut for the Republic of Ireland and is hoping for better days ahead.

Dara O'Shea on Prague pain and next steps

Dara O'Shea on Prague pain and next steps

Ward: Poland will see us as their best chance of points

Republic of Ireland boss Carla Wards admits Poland will see Ireland as the best chance of points in a difficult qualifying campaign

Pre-match press conference: Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia

Pre-match press conference: Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia

Michael Murphy's combination punches

A red card all day', 'way out of order' - Lee Keegan and Ciarán Whelan are unequivocal on Michael Murphy's combination punches in the Division 1 final

Troy Parrott 'gutted we couldn't do it for everyone'

Collins: 'It's a tough one to take'

Republic of Ireland captain Nathan Collins attempted to look to the future in the immediate aftermath of his side's 4-3 penalty shootout defeat to Czechia, but admitted the weight of a crushed World Cup dream was a heavy burden.

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Irish fans react to Czechia heartache

Republic of Ireland supporters gave their reactions to the defeat in Prague

Ticketless fans react to Parrott goal in Prague bar

Ticketless fans react to Troy Parrott goal in Prague bar