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World Cup

March
March 2026
'You live for these moments': Irish fans descend on Dublin Airport to begin pilgrimage to Prague
Republic of Ireland supporters begin the march to Prague from Dublin Airport for World Cup play-off with Czechia.
'You live for these moments': Irish fans descend on Dublin Airport to begin pilgrimage to Prague
Republic of Ireland supporters begin the march to Prague from Dublin Airport for World Cup play-off with Czechia.
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Can Ireland really qualify for the 2026 World Cup?
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Minister leaves door open for pubs to open late if Ireland qualify for World Cup
Minister leaves door open for pubs to open late if Ireland makes it to the World Cup
'Under no circumstances can we ​participate in World Cup' - Iran sports minister
'Under no circumstances can we ​participate in World Cup' - Iran sports minister
World Cup ‘too big’ to postpone despite Iran war, Fifa official says
World Cup ‘too big’ to postpone despite Iran war, FIFA official says
Evan Ferguson ruled out of Czechia play-off and could miss World Cup this summer
Evan Ferguson ruled out of Czechia play-off and could miss World Cup this summer
The 42 understands the Republic of Ireland international will have ankle surgery on Monday and will be out for remainder of the season.
February
February 2026
Irish language commentary option to make rugby debut for Ireland v England clash
Irish language commentary option to make rugby debut for Ireland v England clash
Ireland captain Stirling ruled out of rest of T20 World Cup
Ireland’s World Cup hopes in danger after heavy defeat to Australia
Ireland qualify for T20 Women's World Cup after overcoming Thailand
This year
2026
Over 4,000 fans have already applied for tickets for Ireland's World Cup play-off in Prague
Ireland overcome Namibia in World Cup qualifier
Scotland to get an extra Bank Holiday day for the World Cup this year
The Irish news stories to look out for in 2026
Last year
2025
Rip-off ticket prices, ICE raids, moving fixtures: What to expect from the MAGA World Cup
We look ahead to some of the storylines to expect from next summer’s World Cup in North America.
FAI stands to earn at least €8.8m if Ireland qualify for 2026 World Cup
FAI stand to earn at least €8.8m if Ireland qualify for 2026 World Cup
FIFA announces €51 World Cup tickets for 'loyal fans'
Eddie Jones given Japan vote of confidence for 2027 World Cup
Late nights/early mornings if Ireland qualify for 2026 World Cup as schedule confirmed
All you need to know about Ireland's 3 potential World Cup opponents
Former Sligo striker joins St Pat's as he aims to secure 2026 World Cup spot
Who has Andy Farrell relied on most in this World Cup cycle?
The Ireland boss has used 60 players across the last 22 Tests post-RWC23.
Michael O’Neill believes Northern Ireland can shock Italy to reach World Cup
'Unacceptable’: Flights to Prague increase by up to 159% after World Cup play-off draw
'Unacceptable’: Flights to Prague increase by up to 159% after World Cup play-off draw
Ireland to play Czechia in World Cup qualifications play-off semi-final
Andy Robertson: 'I shared World Cup dreams with Diogo Jota, he’s smiling down now'
Dublin Zoo names critically endangered parrot ‘Troy’ in honour of Ireland’s hat trick hero
'I had grieved for three-and-a-half years. I needed to start finding myself'
Ireland international Anna McGann speaks about rugby, TikTok, business, and her late father, Mick.
England beat Serbia to maintain 100 per cent World Cup qualifying record
Norway and France qualify for World Cup while Italy will need a play-off
Ireland to face Canada in World Cup knockout stages
RTÉ to televise Ireland's three group games in the U17 World Cup