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2025
SoccerFAI aims to clear €38 million debt by 2036 and says 'football in this country needs to change'
2025 fai cup final
Shamrock Rovers defender Dan Cleary on fight for his autistic son - 'That's the boy I love'
Ahead of Sunday’s FAI Cup final, defender meets The 42 to open up on his family’s battle and hope for future.
SoccerHallgrímsson plays down Indonesia link but knows future on line - 'After this camp, we will take these questions'
Löw Blow
Conference League hopes hang in balance as 10-man Shelbourne suffer defeat to Drita
James Norris’ first-half red card was followed by a double deflection for away side’s goal.
On The 42Soccer
Heimir Hallgrímsson prepares to name Ireland squad for what could be last stand as boss
countdown to aviva
The FAI Cup winner who was forced to retire with arthritis but is now running marathons
Karl Sheppard enjoyed glory with Shamrock Rovers and Cork City but the 34-year-old is happier than ever without football.
Explainer
Who to watch - and where to watch - as Ireland's trailblazers look to make history at U17 World Cup
The Boys in Green begin their campaign against Panama tomorrow.
Hitting back'To be honest, I don't give a f*** if I win them all over' - Bohs boss hits back at angry fans
On The 42All over
St Patrick's Athletic end with a whimper as Euro hopes go up in smoke against Shelbourne
Final evening of the campaign ends with Stephen Kenny looking into a winter of discontent.
On The 42that's a wrap
League of Ireland slowly becoming more of a cultural experience in this country
Damien Duff myth busted at Shelbourne but sustainability now as important as growth.
Dominant
League title only one part of Shamrock Rovers' glory trail as they eye greatest-ever LOI season
Stephen Bradley says FAI Cup win and Uefa Conference League progress would set a new standard for success in this country.
CONFIRMED
Shamrock Rovers crowned League of Ireland champions for fifth time in six seasons
The Hoops secured the title with a 1-0 win over Galway United at Tallaght Stadium.
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.
new bhoys
Celtic target Chelsea U21 boss as part of coaching revamp
The 42 understands that Calum McFarlane is on the radar to join set-up after Brendan Rodgers’ exit at Parkhead.
Five-Star
Angry scenes as Shelbourne seal Europe with stunning comeback against Bohemians
Goals in the 87th and 97th minute secured 3-2 victory for Joey O’Brien’s side at Dalymount Park.
On The 42THE BEAT
In search of free parking and dealing with passing of time at Dalymount Park
Chris Forrester was the oldest player on the pitch in Monday’s Dublin derby between Bohemians and St Patrick’s Athletic.
Report
Classy Franko Kovacevic hits 22nd goal of season as Celje prove too good for Shamrock Rovers
Croatian striker breaks deadlock with stunning effort before making it 2-0 before half-time.
Preview
League of Ireland clubs with shared ambitions face different routes to European success
Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers are both in Uefa Conference League action tonight.
On The 42Champions League
Diego Simeone's reputation will endure but Mikel Arteta gives it another kicking
Manner of four-goal blitz in second half highlights gulf between strength of Arsenal and Atletico Madrid’s vulnerability.
On The 42sent to stands
'If anything, it adds to the entertainment value' - Bohs assistant on manager's red card
League of Ireland
Stalemate between Bohemians and St Pat's leaves both frustrated in battle for Europe
Alan Reynolds was also sent off for pushing Axel Sjoberg in tense Dublin derby at Dalymount Park.
On The 42highs and lows
'How tough were the conversations I had to have with myself first and foremost'
Flying HighStephen Bradley confirms helicopter to LOI title decider as he hails World Cup-bound Pico Lopes
bolters
St Pat's keep Shamrock Rovers waiting for title party with win to get Euro hopes back on track
Simon Power hits stunning winner in 1-0 victory at Richmond Park.
THE BEATNo wonder League of Ireland season reaches stressful conclusion with accumulative losses of €20 million
Soccer'We will be criticised for selecting the squad, for selecting the starting XI, for the formation'
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.
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