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Republic Of Ireland

Last week
27th April 2025 - 3rd May 2025
'One of them dropped out' - Hallgrimsson's innovative May friendlies idea scuppered
Last month
April 2025
'You could say it’s the impossible job' - Damien Duff on FAI search for new Chief Football Officer
Shelbourne boss says it would be “pretty small minded” to only consider Irish applicants as Marc Canham’s successor.
Gavin Bazunu's loan stint in Belgium cut short by injury
What legacy will Marc Canham leave Irish football?
In a bombshell announcement today, the FAI announced their chief football officer is stepping away.
Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrímsson visits predecessor Stephen Kenny at St Pat's training
'It's time to get it done' - FAI steadfast on youth strategy as grassroots' row continues
Good Friday Agreement: So many families of those who died in the Troubles have been ignored
Emma DeSouza
It's time for Evan Ferguson to take a step down to take a step forward
March
March 2025
Canham 'hopes' academy funding comes this year, plays down Ward's Late Late Packie Bonner claim
FAI hope to add more June friendlies to allow Hallgrimsson explore squad options
Colin Healy saga: Marc Canham appears to contradict Carla Ward's 'not in the building' comment
Rising confidence levels and reconnection with fans bode well for Ireland
'It’s not that I’m used to it, I’ve gone past the stage of caring' - Adam Idah on racist abuse
Striker spoke up after FAI reported alleged incident during Under-17 game.
Ferguson: 'The past year I've learned to deal with frustration'
Ferguson and Idah goals secure League B status and another comeback win
Ireland recovered to beat Bulgaria 2-1 for the second time in a week.
O'Brien and Ferguson start for Ireland as Hallgrimsson tinkers for second leg
FAI CEO says League of Ireland academies will 'define next generation' of Ireland team
Ireland should have enough to beat Bulgaria again and maintain the good vibes
Ireland can win home-and-away to an inferior side for the second time under Hallgrimsson – but for only the third time in eight years.
Hallgrimsson rows back on 'passive' criticism of Ireland players ahead of second leg
More flexibility and fewer opposition counter-attacks - How Hallgrimsson has improved Ireland
We look at the principles and tactics the new manager is using to deliver better results.
Hallgrimsson praises 'fantastic' Doherty as he completes comeback from the cold
Hojlund gives Denmark edge over Portugal with place in Ireland's World Cup group on the line
Ireland take stride to Nations League safety with comeback win in Bulgaria
Goals from Finn Azaz and Matt Doherty secured a first-leg lead for Ireland ahead of Sunday’s return game in Dublin.
Finn Azaz provides welcome flashes of satisfaction to help seize control of play-off
Midfielder impressed for Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side and also scored his first international goal.
Parrott to lead line against Bulgaria with Ferguson benched, Manning starts
Ireland focused on tactical flexibility to avoid relegation in Nations League play-off
Expect a slog as Ireland bid to avoid relegation in low-key Bulgarian play-off
Ireland face Bulgaria in the first leg of their relegation play-off tonight.
'It's frustrating' - The player whose form in Bulgaria could have earned an Ireland call up
Hallgrimsson issues Bulgaria warning on eve of relegation play-off
Ireland must beat Bulgaria over two legs this week to secure their League B status.
Hallgrimsson: Ireland players need to get 'more aggressive' in arguing for penalties
Hallgrimsson's calm diplomacy badly needed at Irish football's time of mass disconnect
'I am man enough to apologise' - Hallgrimsson defuses tensions with Stephen Bradley
Heimir Hallgrimsson announces Ireland squad for Nations League play-off against Bulgaria
Hallgrimsson rings changes with Republic of Ireland squad for Nations League play-off
Irish managers are told football is a results business - the same must hold true for the FAI
The FAI are currently giving the public perception of a rudderless ship. CEO David Courell must show leadership and instil some confidence.
Squad turnover expected as Hallgrimsson ramps up preparation for Bulgaria play-off
Sinclair Armstrong set for senior Irish call-up against Bulgaria
Striker Johnny Kenny in contention for crucial Republic of Ireland squad
The little-known Athlone man close to landing Swansea City job in England's Championship
Rocco Vata set for first senior Republic of Ireland call-up alongside James Abankwah