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Séamus Coleman’s horrific double-leg break on Friday night unfortunately overshadowed what was one of the most eagerly anticipated Irish games since the Aviva Stadium opened. Neil Taylor’s nasty collision with the Killybegs man earned him a deserved red card after 70 minutes and has been universally slated since for such a dangerous challenge. Taoiseach Enda Kenny is the latest to criticise …

On a night of many emotions for the Republic of Ireland, Nick Menezes takes us through all the major talking points from the Boys in Green’s stalemate with Wales. ________ 5. Ireland Contain Gareth Bale Martin O’Neill set up a side capable of getting stuck into the Welsh with the midfield trio of  Glenn Whelan, Jeff Hendrick and David Meyler …

The build-up to Ireland versus Wales has been dominated by talk of injuries and a reshuffling of Martin O’Neill’s pack. With five players missing from the starting eleven that defeated Austria, enforced changes are guaranteed with a change of system a strong possibility. Considering the large number of pull outs, O’Neill has still assembled a relatively strong squad. Shane Long …

The Republic of Ireland face a potentially group defining match in World Cup qualifying against Wales at The Aviva Stadium on Friday (kick-off: 7.45pm). If the home side can return three points from this hugely anticipated fixture, it could set them up for a magical adventure next summer after the largely enjoyable experience at the 2016 European Championships in France. …

Mick Konstantin, a school teacher from Kildare answered #TheCallUp last year, travelling to Euro 2016. His song, Taking Over France, caught the mood of a nation. This is the story of one of the sounds of last summer. “Stand up for the Boys in Green! Olé Olé and a chance to dream, we’re heading to the Euros, we’re taking over …

James McCarthy has emerged as a real doubt for the Republic of Ireland’s crucial World Cup qualifier against Wales later this month in Dublin. As reported in the Daily Mirror, the midfielder missed Everton’s 3-0 win over West Brom and is said to be “one or two weeks” away from fitness, according to his club manager Ronald Koeman. Martin O’Neill names …

Michael O’Neill’s has expressed his disappointment with the FAI over their pursuit for young Northern Irish players. His comments come in the wake of Jordan McEneff’s debut for the Republic of Ireland Under-16s. The Arsenal youth and his brother, Aaron of Derry City, both recently switched their international allegiances from Northern Ireland to the Republic of Ireland. “We know we will …

Although Gareth Bales, Joe Allen and Aaron Ramsey are the first names that come to mind when the Wales national team is mentioned, their side is equipped with a number of other talented players. Their run to the Euro 2016 semi-finals was no fluke. Granted the above trio in particular had a major role to play, but the togetherness of the …

Castigated and celebrated in equal measure throughout his international career, Aiden McGeady is arguably the Republic of Ireland’s most marmite player when it comes to supporter opinion.  Ahead of Ireland’s qualifying campaign-defining game versus Wales later this month in Dublin, the Scotland-born wideman is, however, seemingly after hitting a new gear on loan from Everton at Preston North End. This …

Robbie Keane has trained with Shamrock Rovers this week as he continues his preparations for a potential move to a new club, according to the Irish Independent.  Keane retired from international football following last summer’s European Championships but has indicated a willingness to prolong his playing career. Ireland’s record goalscorer will hope to add to the long list of clubs he …