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# coygig - Tuesday 10 April, 2018
Another record-breaking crowd turns out to Tallaght for Ireland's World Cup qualifier
There were 4,047 fans watching on as they lost to The Netherlands.
# coygig - Monday 9 April, 2018
'The best team in the world on their day' - Ireland prepare to shut out European champions again
Having drawn 0-0 with the Dutch back in November, manager Colin Bell is hopeful of pulling off something similar at Tallaght Stadium tomorrow.
# coygig - Saturday 7 April, 2018
Ireland's record crowd in Tallaght was just one part of a landmark night for women's football
More than 72,000 fans watched eight games spread across the continent.
# coygig - Thursday 5 April, 2018
'We don't see any reason why we can't qualify. We hope that the time is now'
Karen Duggan and the Ireland WNT are focused as their quest to reach a first major tournament continues.
# coygig - Sunday 25 February, 2018
Five-try Ireland show clinical edge to claim bonus-point win over Wales
Adam Griggs’ side held off a Welsh fightback to finish strongly and rack up a big win.
# coygig - Friday 23 February, 2018
'We’ve got ourselves in a great position in the group' - Key players return as Ireland prepare for vital qualifiers
Claire Walsh, Karen Duggan and Aine O’Gorman are among those included in the 24-player squad.
# coygig - Thursday 22 February, 2018
'It’s been hard to stay positive but I have good people around me'
Ireland striker Stephanie Roche is dealing with a new injury worry as she attempts to return from a fracture to her tibia.
# coygig - Sunday 21 January, 2018
Here are all three of their goals as Ireland's women earn a convincing victory over Portugal
Shelbourne Ladies’ teenage starlet Leanne Kiernan, Louise Quinn and captain Katie McCabe were all on target for Colin Bell’s side.
# coygig - Tuesday 28 November, 2017
Ireland give defensive masterclass to hold European champions to a draw in front of 12,000 fans
The women’s national team put in a heroic performance in Nijmegen this evening.
# coygig - Tuesday 21 November, 2017
Ireland reveal squad for opening tournament of World Seven Series in Dubai
Anthony Eddy has included two new uncapped players in his panel.
# coygig - Tuesday 24 October, 2017
Two first-half goals make it two from two for Ireland as they target 2019 World Cup
Katie McCabe and Denise O’Sullivan got the goals as Ireland beat Slovakia 2-0.
# coygig - Tuesday 10 October, 2017
Roche and O'Gorman ruled out as Colin Bell names squad for Slovakia qualifier
Ireland’s bid to reach their first major tournament recommences with an away clash in two weeks time.
# coygig - Wednesday 20 September, 2017
A memorable night as Ireland's new era begins but bigger challenges lie ahead
Four talking points from last night’s win, as Colin Bell’s side go in search of qualification for their first major tournament.
# coygig - Monday 18 September, 2017
'He has a track record of success and really backs himself. That filters down to the team'
Ireland’s new era begins with the first competitive match under Colin Bell away to Northern Ireland tomorrow.
# coygig - Thursday 17 August, 2017
As It Happened: Ireland v France, Women's Rugby World Cup 2017
We were live from the Belfield Bowl for the all-important Pool C decider.
# coygig - Wednesday 9 August, 2017
Ireland edge epic, energy-sapping tussle with Australia to get World Cup bid up and running
It was incredibly tight in Belfield but Tom Tierney’s side did enough to clinch a two-point victory.
# coygig - Thursday 8 June, 2017
Battling performance sees Ireland hold Iceland to stalemate in torrential conditions
Ireland held Iceland to a hard-earned 0-0 draw as preparations for September’s World Cup qualifying campaign continue.
‘They're a small country and we are too. If they can do it, why can't we?’ - Man City’s Campbell on Iceland test
Megan Campbell is reaching full fitness again following an injury-hit season at Man City and the 23-year-old defender is targeting a victory against Iceland in Tallaght tonight.
'They have a viking mentality' - Bell targets Iceland win in build-up to World Cup campaign
WNT manager Colin Bell expects a tough night in Tallaght as his side gear towards the beginning of their 2019 World Cup qualifying campaign.
# coygig - Friday 5 May, 2017
Heartbreak for Ireland U17s as late goal ends European Championship semi-final hopes
Dave Bell’s side created several chances but were unable to convert before Norway struck late on.
# coygig - Tuesday 25 April, 2017
'I’ve been around the Irish team a long time but don’t think I’ve reached my peak yet'
At 27, Sunderland striker Stephanie Roche feels her best football is still ahead of her.
# coygig - Tuesday 11 April, 2017
A first home win for new Ireland women's manager but vast improvements needed
Colin Bell accepts that the team aren’t good enough to qualify for a first major tournament at present.
# coygig - Monday 10 April, 2017
McCabe stands out as Ireland's top talent on return to Tallaght
The young Arsenal winger was named player-of-the-match in today’s win over Slovakia.
Ireland women put off-the-field issues behind them to claim victory over Slovakia
Stephanie Roche scored the only goal of the game at Tallaght Stadium.
# coygig - Sunday 9 April, 2017
# coygig - Friday 7 April, 2017
'Now we set the standards' - Ireland boss keen to move on from 'tracksuit-gate'
After the events of this past week, Colin Bell has stressed that there is nothing he can do about what went on before he took the job.
# coygig - Tuesday 21 March, 2017
Young guns reserved for U19s as Colin Bell calls on experience to face Slovakia
The Ireland WNT look to build on their impressive start under new management at Tallaght Stadium next month.
# coygig - Saturday 18 March, 2017
Great few days for Irish underage football as Women's U17s qualify for Euro finals
The men’s team did likewise on Friday.
# coygig - Wednesday 8 March, 2017
Ireland finish fourth in the Cyprus Cup after defeat to North Korea
New head coach Colin Bell suffered his first loss since taking the job.
# coygig - Monday 6 March, 2017
McCabe hits brilliant winner as Ireland see off Wales in Cyprus Cup
The Girls in Green have topped their group after a second win this afternoon.
# coygig - Wednesday 1 March, 2017
Stephanie Roche on target as new Ireland manager gets off to winning start
Colin Bell’s side beat Czech Republic 2-0 in the Cyprus Cup this afternoon.
# coygig - Monday 13 February, 2017
New era begins as Bell names first Ireland squad ahead of Cyprus Cup clashes
An injury to Chelsea’s Niamh Fahey has ruled her out of the games, but the coach has otherwise named a strong squad
# coygig - Saturday 24 December, 2016
Who scored Ireland's best goal in 2016?
There have been some pretty significant finishes over the past 12 months.
# coygig - Tuesday 29 November, 2016
Sundhage for Ireland? Louise Quinn starts a rumour we can all get behind
Somebody needs to make this happen.
# coygig - Wednesday 26 October, 2016
Ireland U17s begin qualifying campaign with emphatic victory
Ireland face Belarus and Iceland over the weekend.
# coygig - Saturday 22 October, 2016
Ireland U19 women making waves in Macedonia
Off the back of two wins, Dave Connell’s side face Italy on Sunday in their final Group 2 match.
# coygig - Wednesday 17 August, 2016
Youth given a chance to impress as 9 new faces named in Ireland senior women's squad
The Girls in Green head to Wales and play two challenge matches later this week.