Irish Football

Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright has said that he feels Martin O’Neill and Roy Keane are getting the best out of the current Irish squad despite their recent disappointing results. Speaking at a Cadbury’s Premier League event at the Aviva Stadium on Sunday, Wright was asked if he felt like the managerial duo were getting the most out of the …

Former Republic of Ireland U-23 boss, Pat Fenlon believes a major overhaul is needed in Irish football, not just a change in management.  A stunning free kick from Harry Wilson saw Martin O’Neill’s side fall to a dismal 1-0 loss to Wales in the Nations League on Tuesday night, all but relegating them to Pot 3 of the qualifying draw …

Ireland manager Martin O’Neill admits he is facing his biggest challenge in charge of the Boys in Green amidst calls for his reign to be terminated following a string of poor Nations League results. O’Neill’s side have only won one of their last nine games and suffered another disappointing defeat on Tuesday night, losing 0-1 to a depleted Welsh side …

Ireland suffered a disappointing 0-1 defeat at the hands of Wales following Harry Wilson’s stunning second-half free-kick at the Aviva Stadium on Tuesday night. O’Neill’s side now sit on the brink of relegation into the third tier of the competition following another disappointing result at home, this time against a Welsh side missing the likes of Gareth Bale and Aaron …

Ireland suffered defeat at the hands of Wales in their crucial UEFA Nations League game thanks to Harry Wilson’s spectacular second half free-kick for Ryan Giggs’ side. The Boys in Green started well but eventually fell to a bright young Welsh side that were missing key players such as Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey. Here are 13 quickfire conclusions as …

The Republic of Ireland U19s have pulled off a remarkable result in the European Championships after defeating the Netherlands 2-1 at the City Calling Stadium in Longford.  Going into this match, Tom Mohan’s side were guaranteed progression to the ‘Elite Round’ due to their previous wins over Bosnia & Herzegovina and the Faroe Islands. The Netherlands only needed to avoid …

Ireland manager Martin O’Neill has praised midfielder James McClean for his willingness and heart as the Boys in Green prepare for their crucial UEFA Nations League tie with Wales on Tuesday evening. O’Neill’s side will be looking to build upon their 0-0 draw with Denmark on Saturday when Ryan Giggs’ men visit the Aviva and Ireland will undoubtedly be looking …

Ireland midfielder Harry Arter has revealed that he had a clear the air phone call with assistant manager Roy Keane before his return to the Irish set-up for their games against Denmark and Wales. Arter, who appeared in Ireland’s 0-0 draw against Denmark on Saturday, was involved in a much-publicised bust-up with Keane which led to the Cardiff City midfielder deciding …

Ireland have received a huge boost ahead of their UEFA Nations League game with Wales, with the news that midfielder Aaron Ramsey will miss the clash due to family reasons. Ramsey’s wife Colleen is expecting twins, and the 27-year-old was given special dispensation by Arsenal head coach Unai Emery to miss the club’s recent Europa League trip to Azerbaijan. The …

Ireland picked up their first point in the UEFA Nations League following a 0-0 draw with Denmark at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday night. This game was awash with narratives as O’Neill’s side looked to exorcise the demons of the 5-1 drubbing they suffered the last time the Danes came to town. One of the most talked about selections in …