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October 2024
spirit
10-man Shamrock Rovers produce stirring Conference League comeback
Substitute Dylan Watts headed home a 92nd-minute equaliser for a 1-1 draw with APOEL.
David Sneyd
reports from Tallaght Stadium
3 Oct
3.4k
14
Preview
European history beckons for Shamrock Rovers boss with different kind of future on horizon
Stephen Bradley will become first League of Ireland manager to take charge of a second group/league phase campaign
David Sneyd
3 Oct
868
0
not backing down
'It's my job to protect these men whenever possible' - Rovers boss stands by comments after ban
2 Oct
1.6k
2
Closing In
What are the defining dates in a riveting League of Ireland title race?
History is on the line in so many ways as contenders for the crown are joined by outsiders.
2 Oct
1.1k
2
Keeping The Faith
'I loved managing Ireland, it was the best feeling in the world. I never lost that enthusiasm'
2 Oct
2.6k
19
emotion
Best game of season reminds us why League of Ireland takes hold like a hug from Mammy Pam
The sights, sounds and feeling of community were all around for both sides at Tolka Park.
David Sneyd
1 Oct
2.3k
3
September
September 2024
Reaction
'The three goals we've given away are ridiculous, you won't win a game at any level'
30 Sep
3.7k
6
Sensational
Lights, camera, action! St Pat's stun Shels 3-2 as title drama continues
Damien Duff’s side clawed back a two-goal deficit before Al-Amin Kazeem struck stunning late winner.
David Sneyd
Reports from Tolka Park
30 Sep
3.5k
16
Exclusive
FAI fail to use €30,000 scholarship fund for League of Ireland academy players
The governing body championed the pilot scheme last October after donations from senior Republic of Ireland internationals.
David Sneyd
29 Sep
6.0k
15
title mix
Duff's light relief for players in title run-in: 'We watched Only Fools and Horses for 20 minutes'
28 Sep
1.4k
0
League of Ireland
Another Shelbourne stalemate but Damien Duff's side extend lead at top
Latest twist in Premier Division title race with 0-0 draw at home to Sligo Rovers as Derry City lose to Drogheda United.
David Sneyd
27 Sep
2.1k
6
League of Ireland
The form, numbers and high stakes on night of shared desire
Race for the title, battle for Europe, and relgation fight still all to play for in the Premier Division.
David Sneyd
27 Sep
997
0
diving in
All's fair with silverware and livelihoods on the line
There will be more controversy to come with so much on the line as Premier Division enters home straight
David Sneyd
26 Sep
983
0
Same Old Story
Ten Hag's childhood love story endures the sour taste of United woe
25 Sep
2.5k
0
Analysis
FAI set for Player Pathway update amid confusion and lack of CEO direction
David Sneyd
25 Sep
1.8k
0
Report
Complaint made with FAI after Jack Byrne allegedly spat at by Derry City fan
24 Sep
4.8k
6
League of Ireland
Dundalk already found one way to survive this week... now they have to do it all over again
21 Sep
808
0
League of Ireland
Andre Wisdom's journey from Liverpool to Derry City: 'I'm grateful for every opportunity'
20 Sep
1.2k
0
heading west
Damien Duff knows every goal counts on road to title with Shelbourne
20 Sep
871
0
League of Ireland
How day of drama unfolded: Dundalk live on but club's future still uncertain
From FAI preparing for club going into liquidation to John Temple emerging as preferred buyer, with talks planned with more investors today.
David Sneyd
18 Sep
1.4k
0
dutch of class
Sharp, thrilling and vulnerable: Cody Gakpo latest to shine in Arne Slot era
Dutch forward puts on starring performance in comfortable 3-1 win away to AC Milan.
17 Sep
1.6k
1
League of Ireland
Dundalk confirm deal to rescue club has been completed
The 42 understands a figure in the region of €3 million is required to clear all debts and put club on sustainable footing.
David Sneyd
Updated 17 Sep
5.7k
12
League of Ireland
Dundalk talks to save club extended as Government pledges €500,000 Capital Grant
Updated 16 Sep
5.6k
3
lethal
Gabriel's power play shows Arsenal have their eyes on the prize again
Defender’s stunning header summed up difference between sides as Gunners beat Spurs 1-0 in North London derby.
David Sneyd
15 Sep
821
0
kop a load of that
Virgil van Dijk: Forest defeat should serve as a reality check for Liverpool
15 Sep
1.9k
18
salvation needed
Dundalk's chaos years: From offering €20m to run Aviva Stadium to a GoFundMe to survive
Despite Europa League group stage football twice since 2016, the League of Ireland club are in dire straits and need investment to see out the season.
David Sneyd
15 Sep
5.1k
1
Premier League
Arsenal on for rare derby hat-trick that will feel more precious without midfield heartbeat
18 hrs ago
1.5k
0
Athletics
Rhasidat Adeleke gets third at Diamond League final after Eid Naser disqualified
13 Sep
11.4k
13
New narrative
We were always told the players weren't good enough, but now they don't care either?
A new, worrying narrative has built up around the floundering Ireland squad desperately short of belief.
David Sneyd
11 Sep
5.7k
4
Frustration
Old habits die hard as fans vent on dispiriting night
Boos at full-time and jeers for Will Smallbone make this a fresh start with plenty of problems to overcome.
David Sneyd
reports from Aviva Stadium
10 Sep
2.7k
1
Signed Up
John Egan signs short-term deal with Burnley
10 Sep
4.6k
3
SOS
Dundalk owner confirms club at risk of going out of business before end of season
Updated 10 Sep
4.8k
11
video review
Hallgrímsson pinpoints changes for Greece as Ireland's weaknesses exposed in first goal
Roles of Adam Idah, Will Smallbone and Matt Doherty in England’s opener highlight need to be more proactive.
David Sneyd
9 Sep
4.2k
1
Big man
Nathan Collins ready to find balance as he shows signs of coming of age
7 Sep
1.3k
0
League of Ireland
Bitter feud adds spice to Damien Duff's double dream with Shelbourne
Clash between Shelbourne boss and Bohs rival Alan Reynolds seems timely given release of new book from club legend.
David Sneyd
6 Sep
3.4k
0
Ireland v England
'Irish people pride themselves on being hard-working. That runs deep in our core'
5 Sep
3.5k
4
peace in our time
No TV blackout after Shamrock Rovers and RTÉ hold positive talks
Updated 5 Sep
2.2k
31
kid at heart
A Roy Keane mentality and a heart of gold: Why Sammie Szmodics is exactly what Ireland need
Former managers and those who know forward inside out explain his rise has come at best possible time for the Boys in Green.
David Sneyd
5 Sep
4.5k
5
setting standards
The Ireland mantra is simple: it's clean sheets, stupid
Simple messages on and off the pitch as boss Heimir Hallgrímsson prepares his players for England clash on Saturday.
David Sneyd
5 Sep
816
0
build up
John O'Shea not interested in Rice and Grealish sideshow: 'We can't keep talking about it'
Republic of Ireland’s preparations continued today as full squad trains before Nations League opener with England on Saturday.
4 Sep
2.2k
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