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On The 42THE BEAT
FAI Cup worth more than ever before... and here's why Rovers winning could be good for Bohs
With the Hoops on the hunt for the Double, knock-on effect for European place would benefit side that finishes second in Premier Division.
On The 42in detail
'You haven't seen the worst of it' - FAI eyes open to decline but no plans to sack Hallgrímsson
Former Shamrock Rovers CEO John Martin accepts director of football job at a time when Irish football knows its problems but cannot fund recovery.
Grim
A galling defeat that goes down in the record books as Ireland's worst in history
Evan Ferguson scored again but it meant nothing for the Boys in Green, and that is now something we may have to get used to.
Comeback
Ireland's thrilling comeback goes against Hallgrímsson's doctrine but maintains World Cup dream
Character and resilience was clear to see although slow start shows a team that’s still a work in progress.
On The 42Boxing
Michaela and Grainne Walsh advance, three Irish fighters bow out at World Championships
clear messages
Ireland pinpoint the strengths that can give them World Cup edge over Hungary
Manager Heimir Hallgrímsson and his assistants, John O’Shea and Paddy McCarthy, singing off same hymn sheet.
On The 42Big match build-up
Heimir Hallgrímsson has built connection and trust with players as World Cup belief grows
Manager shares plenty of traits with captain Nathan Collins as they find calm ahead of the storm.
Flashback'Shame Game' and 'Drunken Irish' - How Ireland's last successful World Cup campaign started in disgrace
On The 42Dutch Gold
The Dutch goalkeeper with a Master's from Duke University heading to Conference League with Shelbourne
Wessel Speel arrived on loan in July one year after he was unsure if he had a future in the game after college.
Uefa conference leagueShamrock Rovers and Shelbourne trailblazers for those on margins of European game
On The 42EURO HOPES
Shelbourne draw Crystal Palace, Shamrock Rovers get Shakhtar in Uefa Conference League
The league phase will run from 2 October until 18 December.
THE BEAT
League of Ireland provides inspiration and hope for a better future
European achievements of Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne come as revered figure Ollie Horgan was celebrated.
EmotionalJoey O'Brien pays tribute to Ollie Horgan on 'magical night' for Irish football - 'Maybe he’s smiling down'
Progress
Masterful Shelbourne secure Conference League qualification with class and composure
Goals from Harry Wood and Ali Coote earned a 5-1 aggregate win over Linfield.
Exclusive
John Martin in final talks to become new FAI chief football officer
It’s understood the 45-year-old Kildare man will be confirmed as Marc Canham’s permanent successor.
On The 42Play-offs
Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers united in their focus to seize European opportunity
Stephen Bradley and Joey O’Brien have brought their teams to the cusp of League of Ireland history in Uefa Conference League.
Soccer
'If we don’t take a long-term approach now we will never fix it' - FAI on funding for player development
Audit of academies throughout the country lays bare challenges ahead of submissions to Government.
finding your feet
Building World Cup momentum vital for Ireland after five years of losing starts to qualifiers
Manager Heimir Hallgrímsson has placed faith in maturity of squad ahead of next month’s opening games.
SoccerChiedozie Ogbene returns but Seamus Coleman absent from Ireland's opening World Cup qualifiers
UnavailableOwen Elding to miss out on Republic of Ireland U21 call-up as eligibility process ongoing
all go
League of Ireland clubs primed to break new European ground at a time of more FAI flux
Search for new chief football officer nearing end as Heimir Hallgrímsson prepares to name first squad of World Cup qualifiers.
On The 42IRISH IN ACTION
Finn Azaz scores for Middlesbrough with future up in air after €15 million bid
decision
Pat Ryan steps down as Cork hurling manager
County board asked him to remain in charge but 49-year-old says it’s “best for me to seek a different challenge.”
On The 42Swimming
John Shortt wins 50m Backstroke bronze at World Championships on same day as Leaving Cert results
THE BEAT
Is the League of Ireland really in competition with YouTuber Mark Goldbridge?
Bundesliga has awarded portion of broadcast deal for Friday night games to online channel in order to attract UK and Irish audience.
On The 42Soccer
Shels on brink of European history but Joey O'Brien braced for 'hell of a challenge' in Belfast
On The 42Drama
Shelbourne take control of Conference League destiny with 3-1 win over 10-man Linfield
A compelling, maddening and enthralling first leg sees Joey O’Brien’s side 90 minutes from European history.
On The 42bring it on
From Drumcondra to the Azores, League of Ireland clubs braced for defining European nights
Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers face Linfield and Santa Clara, respectively, in Uefa Conference League play-off round.
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