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'This is a guy you want' - Kevin O'Toole's journey from Ivy League to NYC and Ireland call-up
Sister Jillian, who plays for Treaty United, and New York City FC radio commentator Glenn Crooks tell The 42 about Ireland’s new recruit.
europa conference leagueFrom Tallaght to Athens, Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne return to European action
on the airwavesRTÉ announce new daily sports radio show - presented by Jacqui Hurley and Marie Crowe
Luck of the Draw
Ireland to face France, Netherlands and Poland in 2027 World Cup qualifiers
Carla Ward’s side learned their group opponents in this afternoon’s draw in Nyon.
ExplainerWho Ireland could get in tomorrow's World Cup qualifier draw (and the best- and worst-case scenarios)
End of the road'I’ve been lucky enough to live out my dream' - Former Ireland international Alan Judge retires
Ireland WNT
Three things Ireland got right in their Nations League playoff success
Carla Ward’s side promoted back to League A after downing Belgium.
reflections
Letter from Leuven: Larko, family and fans on night to remember
It may not be Amber in Hampden, or Katie in Perth, but we’ll always have Larko in Leuven.
Explainer
'I would love England at Wembley': Why Ireland's win is a major boost for World Cup qualification
Historic Nations League scalp guarantees seeded playoff for Brazil 2027 qualifying.
Match Report
Larkin strikes late as Ireland secure Nations League promotion on dramatic night in Belgium
Ireland lose in Leuven, but win on aggregate thanks to super sub’s 90th-minute goal.
Connections'Heimir asked me to take over his team': Belgium boss on Irish links ahead of revenge mission
match preview
Katie McCabe primed for 100th cap as Ireland look to finish the job in Belgium
Carla Ward’s side hold two-goal lead in Nations League promotion/relegation playoff.
Centurion
'Wearing that green jersey, there is a weight and a responsibility. It's a very sacred thing'
Katie McCabe set for 100th Ireland cap as Ward hails captain who ‘led the nation better than I’ve seen anybody lead a team before’.
Play Off Push
Carla Ward's balancing act as Ireland brace for Belgium reaction
‘When they put on that shirt, it means something more than I’ve seen other countries’ players.’
Reaction
'I grew up watching Robbie Keane scoring hat-tricks when it was Lansdowne Road'
Katie McCabe says first goals for Ireland at Aviva Stadium were ‘really special’ after brilliant Belgium win.
Match Report
Katie McCabe heroics as Ireland stun Belgium for two-goal lead in Nations League playoff
Marissa Sheva also scored a stunner as Carla Ward’s side won the first leg 4-2 at Aviva Stadium.
match preview
Ireland out to stoke Red Flames in Nations League playoff
Carla Ward’s side welcome Belgium to Aviva Stadium for tonight’s first leg.
coygig
Ireland 'won't just park the bus' as Belgium playoff begins at Aviva Stadium
Carla Ward and Katie McCabe look ahead to tomorrow night’s first leg.
opening up'I definitely struggled. I was in no position to play, I wasn't the best version of myself'
Cruciate Curse
'Every single day during my ACL rehab, I thought about playing for Ireland' - Finn and Ziu return
Midfield duo back in Ireland squad after cruciate injuries, with Ziu suffering the same cruel fate twice in quick succession.
On The 42Ireland WNT
'Since I've come into the job, 80% hasn't been football' - Ward on FAI 'outside noise'
Athlone Town‘When you’re the best in Ireland, qualifying for the Champions League again, it’s not too hard of a sell’
Paint The Town Blue
Killeagh to golden retrievers: FAI Cup champions Athlone savour first double success
Inside the post-match celebrations as Midlanders reign supreme.
FAI Cup final
Kelly Brady the hat-trick hero as Athlone Town complete historic double
John Sullivan’s side won an entertaining FAI Cup final 3-2 at Tallaght Stadium.
ties that bind
'What Bohs have done for me and my son is unbelievable. This club means everything'
The meaning behind it all as Phibsborough club contest first FAI Women’s Cup final.
Women's LOI'The reality is what’s coming in doesn’t justify the money being spent': Bohs boss on pro contracts
League of IrelandWomen's Premier Division set for boost with second European spot on the line next season
Centurion
'Top professional, top player, drives a lot behind the scenes' - Katie McCabe set for 100th cap
Milestones, injuries and opportunity ahead of Ireland’s playoff against Belgium.
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