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FAI

February
February 2026
Boycott
'Unthinkable' for Ireland to play Israel in Nations League, says Mary Lou McDonald
14 Feb
1.8k
25
Nations League
FAI called on to boycott Ireland's matches against Israel but Taoiseach says they should go ahead
Ireland has been drawn into the same group as Israel, Austria and Kosovo for the Nations League.
Updated 13 Feb
23.9k
245
Nations League
Ireland matches against Israel should go ahead, Taoiseach says
Micheál Martin says fulfilling Nations League fixtures is the 'correct decision'
RTÉ confirms it will broadcast the matches 'in line with its contractual obligations'
Politicians and SIPTU call on the FAI to withdraw from games against Israel
Updated 13 Feb
2.5k
33
Home and Away
Ireland to face Israel in Nations League
12 Feb
13.6k
152
Pot Luck
Ireland to face Israel in Nations League
12 Feb
14.2k
71
Planning
FAI submits preliminary bid to host 2029 Women's Champions League Final
The 42
4 Feb
2.0k
10
Planning
FAI submits preliminary bid to host 2029 Women's Champions League Final
4 Feb
513
0
This year
2026
fresh thinking
FAI appoint Gary Cronin as assistant coach to Carla Ward's women's national team
20 Jan
1.3k
12
up close
A weekend in west London: the Hungarian mother, Ireland stars, and Chelsea tourists
The 42′s visit to Premier League clash throws up some quirks of fate and reminder of the game’s demographics.
David Sneyd
19 Jan
1.7k
1
Last year
2025
unforgettable
The inside story of the greatest week in Irish football history
How The Traitors and a powerful Seamus Coleman speech set tone for victories over Portugal and Hungary to reach World Cup play-offs.
David Sneyd
26 Dec 2025
14.3k
15
League of Ireland
Cork City begin search for new manager as Ger Nash resigns
The 42
24 Dec 2025
4.3k
1
League of Ireland
Cork City begin search for new manager as Ger Nash resigns
23 Dec 2025
2.7k
6
to the future
How the League of Ireland earned trust from Government, and what happens with €3 million now?
Academy investment should be a gamechanger as details emerge of recruitment process for full-time positions at clubs.
David Sneyd
23 Dec 2025
2.0k
3
up for grabs
FAI stands to earn at least €8.8m if Ireland qualify for 2026 World Cup
17 Dec 2025
4.8k
27
up for grabs
FAI stand to earn at least €8.8m if Ireland qualify for 2026 World Cup
17 Dec 2025
2.4k
6
New Role
FAI announce Lizzy Kent as new head of women and girl's football
17 Dec 2025
1.8k
1
search goes on
Ireland's World Cup play-off opponents Czechia in disarray as Slaven Bilic set to turn down manager's job
14 Dec 2025
28.1k
2
Soccer
FAI Grassroots Director Ger McDermott to leave role as job cuts continue
27 Nov 2025
1.8k
0
thrilling comeback
Troy's tears of joy encapsulate a day to cherish as love affair with Irish team deepens
Fresh from a night to remember against Portugal, Boys in Green back it up with win for the ages to keep World Cup dream alive.
David Sneyd
16 Nov 2025
3.8k
10
threw a wobbler
Ronaldo's red card an act of comedy, but finally Ireland are not the butt of the joke
All roads now lead to Budapest where it’s win or bust against Hungary.
David Sneyd
reports from the Aviva Stadium
13 Nov 2025
9.7k
8
RELATED
Should Ireland give Heimir Hallgrímsson a new contract?
14 Nov 2025
'It had nothing to do with me, unless I got into his head' - Hallgrimsson explains Ronaldo confrontation
13 Nov 2025
Player ratings: How the Boys in Green fared against Portugal
13 Nov 2025
Preview
Wistful start to a week that could deliver brutal end to Ireland's World Cup dream
Matters in Yerevan could dictate mood in Dublin for pivotal night in Heimir Hallgrímsson’s tenure as manager.
David Sneyd
13 Nov 2025
2.3k
7
Crunch time
'It might be relevant, might be irrelevant' - Ireland boss accepts World Cup hopes in balance
The 42
Updated 12 Nov 2025
4.1k
15
Safety First
Ireland's Max Kovalevskis to miss rest of U17 World Cup due to concussion
12 Nov 2025
2.2k
0
Crunch time
'It might be relevant, might be irrelevant' - Ireland boss accepts World Cup hopes in balance
12 Nov 2025
1.8k
2
Staying Put
Aviva Stadium keeping its name for five more years as insurance giant extends IRFU and FAI deals
11 Nov 2025
3.0k
20
PodcastThe Football Family
(Shamrock) Rovers do the Double
Soccer
John O'Shea embracing pressure ahead of Portugal visit - 'It's why we do it, it’s why we love it'
10 Nov 2025
1.7k
10
Soccer
FAI aims to clear €38 million debt by 2036 and says 'football in this country needs to change'
8 Nov 2025
2.3k
10
Soccer
FAI votes to put motion to UEFA to ban Israel from European football competitions
The vote was put to the FAI’s General Assembly at an EGM today.
The 42
Updated 8 Nov 2025
11.3k
Soccer
FAI approve motion for Uefa to immediately suspend Israel from competition
8 Nov 2025
1.9k
1
Soccer
Hallgrímsson plays down Indonesia link but knows future on line - 'After this camp, we will take these questions'
7 Nov 2025
2.3k
3
Soccer
'They are struggling at the clubs but they will play well for Ireland. That's our hope'
6 Nov 2025
2.5k
3
Soccer
Heimir Hallgrímsson prepares to name Ireland squad for what could be last stand as boss
6 Nov 2025
1.7k
3
Delays
FAI confirm details of how leagues can seek an exemption from aligned calendar
31 Oct 2025
2.0k
2
brilliant in belgium
'I was actually going to start crying it was that good' - Coming-of-age moment for Abbie Larkin
Republic of Ireland respond to adversity with a performance of class and conviction to reach League A of Nations League.
David Sneyd
28 Oct 2025
2.3k
3
Ireland WNT
'Since I've come into the job, 80% hasn't been football' - Ward on FAI 'outside noise'
20 Oct 2025
1.9k
Soccer
'We will be criticised for selecting the squad, for selecting the starting XI, for the formation'
15 Oct 2025
2.9k
6
debrief
Ireland boss keeps FAI satisfied by delivering result to maintain World Cup hopes
15 Oct 2025
1.5k
0
keeping calm
Nathan Collins understands boos from fans but insists Ireland's approach paid off
David Sneyd
reports from Aviva Stadium
14 Oct 2025
3.0k
10
Blessed
Sweet relief but by no means vindication for Heimir Hallgrímsson's plan of action
Game turns on stupid Armenia red card as Evan Ferguson scores fourth goal in last five competitive games.
David Sneyd
reports from Aviva Stadium
14 Oct 2025
1.9k
6
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