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This week
12th April 2026 - 17th April 2026
Victor Ozhianvuna emergence music to everyone's ears at Shamrock Rovers
Troy Parrott scores 35th goal of season in comfortable AZ Alkmaar win
Last week
5th April 2026 - 11th April 2026
Jack Byrne's deflected shot sends Shamrock Rovers top for first time this season
The champions took an early lead against St Patrick’s Athletic and never wavered from that point on.
Three League of Ireland games postponed due to unplayable pitches
Graham Burke wants to be 'one-club man in Ireland' after opening talks over new Shamrock Rovers deal
A morning with Manchester United and their giddy fans as the squad train at Carton House
A morning with Manchester United and their giddy fans at Carton House
Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo back Michael Carrick to become permanent Manchester United manager.
'Concede those goals that we gave up, you're not going to win an Under-12 game'
Shelbourne vulnerabilities clear to see as Shamrock Rovers triumph in five-goal thriller
Joey O’Brien’s side took a deserved first-half lead before giving up the initiative in an exciting Dublin derby.
Stephen Kenny takes St Pat's back to the top with hectic period to test title credentials
Storm-interrupted Valero Texas Open to resume play this afternoon
This month
April 2026
'I don't know if I've dealt with something like that before. It was scary'
Drogheda and Bohemians pick up where they left off with third draw in a row
Stalemate overshadowed by worrying incident involving Shane Farrell which saw midfielder leave pitch using oxygen mask.
Last month
March 2026
Spirit animals Coleman and Molumby set example for others to follow in green jersey
Parrott fever takes hold as Dublin bows at the altar of Troy to find solace in heartache
Aviva Stadium also paid tribute to an emotional Seamus Coleman during friendly clash with North Macedonia.
An Ireland game that embraces the ballad of the Lonesome Boatman
Visit of North Macedonia offers a chance for fans to show appreciation after missing out on World Cup.
Troy Parrott is a new leader to emerge in every sense for the Republic of Ireland
The 24-year-old’s importance is not just in the goals he is now scoring, but in the example he sets for teammates.
'I’m not seeing many positives right now because we’re in the gutter'
Ireland feel a brutal World Cup pain with ghosts that will stalk and linger
From a position of control in the game and then the penalty shootout, the Boys in Green are unable to progress.
A message from Troy Parrott's mam: 'He loves playing for his country, he loves Ireland'
Jennifer Parrott and all the family are gearing up for what could be a famous night in Prague.
A message from Troy Parrott's mam: 'He loves playing for his country, he loves Ireland'
Jennifer Parrott and all the family are gearing up for what could be a famous night in Prague.
All you need to know about the biggest Ireland football match of the decade so far
Seamus Coleman: the natural leader for a team who have learned to fight through the storm
This bunch of Ireland players are familiar with adversity, individually and as a collective. The Donegal man embodies their spirit.
From 'tearing across the M50' to the cusp of the World Cup - Dara O'Shea's dad reflects on son's journey
In a quiet corner in Prague, Sean O’Shea speaks of his pride after years of racing around Dublin between football and GAA matches.
From 'tearing across the M50' to the cusp of the World Cup - Dara O'Shea's dad reflects on son's journey
In a quiet corner in Prague, Sean O’Shea speaks of his pride as son prepares to take his place at heart of Ireland’s defence tomorrow.
Over 2,000 Ireland fans expected to be in home end for World Cup play-off
Over 2,000 Ireland fans expected to be in home end for World Cup play-off
This father-son team has brought along homemade Saint Troy Parrott candles for a Prague miracle
This father-son team has brought along homemade Saint Troy Parrott candles for a Prague miracle
Graeme Finegan and his 12-year-old James forging memories of a lifetime together in Prague.
'He’s got the Glen blood in him' – Seamus Coleman's first coach in Donegal has made it to Prague
'He’s got the Glen blood in him' – Seamus Coleman's first coach in Donegal has made it to Prague
'We're experts on Shahed drones now' – the Ireland fan who skipped UAE for the Boys in Green
'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.
Ireland camp revels in 'cup final' atmosphere as they build towards World Cup play-off
Assistant head coach John O’Shea and captain Nathan Collins insist Boys in Green can use Budapest momentum as inspiration in Prague.
'It's fear that holds you back, that's what you regret. Ireland have to believe they can win'
Richard Dunne was at the heart of an infamous World Cup play-off defeat to France, but Thierry Henry’s handball is not the source of pain.
'Not everyone wants to be looking at footballers doing all the flashy things. A lot of it is false'
Ahead of his 50th Premier League appearance, Everton’s Jake O’Brien says it’s time Irish football fulfilled its potential by qualifying for the World Cup.
Dundalk impress with resolve and tenacity to claim 1-1 draw away to Bohemians
Gypsies took the lead through Patrick Hickey before Gbemi Arubi netted deserved equaliser.
A St Patrick's Day parade that highlights inclusivity and community at core of League of Ireland
Culture change over the last decade is stark with results clear to see.
'You just want to give your all for the man' - Jake O'Brien backs Heimir Hallgrímsson's new contract
Republic of Ireland international says manager deserves new deal and will help players concentrate ahead of next week’s World Cup play-off in Czechia.