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October 2024

talking point

Is Irish football's seven-year nightmare finally over?

In Heimir Hallgrímsson’s third game in charge, the Boys in Green secured a morale-boosting win over Finland.

Paul Fennessy

11 Oct

1.2k

Aaron Connolly

'It was obvious I had a problem with alcohol' - Aaron Connolly lays bare battle with addiction

10 Oct

1.2k

jekyll and hyde

'I need to be loyal to what I think so I cannot be a populist'

David Sneyd

reports from the Olympic Stadium, Helsinki

10 Oct

1.6k

brady's bunch

'It means the world to me' - Brady hails another big moment for Ireland

Veteran netted for the 10th time at international level to secure 2-1 win over Finland.

David Sneyd

reports from the Olympic Stadium, Helsinki

10 Oct

737

Wrap

Erling Haaland makes history, Italy and Belgium play out thriller

10 Oct

2.3k

Upset

Greece shock England to top Ireland's group

10 Oct

269

Comeback

A night to cherish for Ireland as they fight back for thrilling win in Finland

After falling behind in first half, goals from Liam Scales and Robbie Brady secured 2-1 victory to allay relegation fears in Nations League

David Sneyd

reports from the Olympic Stadium, Helsinki

10 Oct

908

Opinion

Player ratings: How the Boys in Green fared against Finland

10 Oct

1.1k

RIP

George Baldock ‘tragically drowned’ while swimming in his home pool in Athens

10 Oct

3.0k

Liveblog

Finland v Ireland, Uefa Nations League

10 Oct

3.8k

Starting XI

Evan Ferguson returns to lead Ireland attack as Finn Azaz makes competitive debut

David Sneyd

reports from the Olympic Stadium, Helsinki

10 Oct

183

Get Well Soon

Man United’s Noussair Mazraoui undergoes minor procedure after heart palpitations

10 Oct

1.1k

Stephanie Zambra

'If I had a good game, it was the greatest thing ever. If I had a bad game, I was a terrible footballer'

Stephanie Zambra reflects on her trailblazing career as she retires from football.

10 Oct

1.1k

Anger

Jurgen Klopp has 'ruined life's work'

10 Oct

6.1k

Recovery

'She is lucky to be alive' - Shamrock Rovers issue update on Savannah McCarthy

10 Oct

3.4k

Update

'It's disappointing' - Ireland U21 setback as Hodge and Melia ruled out

10 Oct

2.2k

Have your say

Poll: How do you think Ireland's game against Finland will go tonight?

10 Oct

1.4k

PLAN OF ACTION

Ireland aiming to lure Finland out and finally strike decisive victory

Heimir Hallgrímsson hoping to end brutal run of form and ease fears of relegation.

David Sneyd

reports from Helsinki

10 Oct

194

Interview

'The lads are trying their best, some I would think are maybe not good enough'

9 Oct

275

RIP

Former Sheffield United player George Baldock dies at 31

9 Oct

1.3k

Disappointment

Arsenal well beaten despite two Katie McCabe assists

9 Oct

2.1k

Wave Goodbye

Ireland and Shamrock Rovers striker Stephanie Zambra announces retirement

9 Oct

806

laurie ryan

'No one had given us a chance, if we're being real' - Athlone Town's dual star captain

9 Oct

626

soaking it in

Brutal conditions in Finland add to sense of dread despite clarity in Ireland camp

Two teams fighting to avoid relegation from League B in Nations League are battling to find any kind of reason to feel positive.

David Sneyd

reports from Helsinki

9 Oct

125

The Football Family

'Evan Ferguson and Sammie Szmodics up top together - I would love to see it'

9 Oct

2.7k

Rover and Out

Stephen Bradley suspended for two additional games after breaching initial touchline ban

9 Oct

940

On the box

Virgin Media announce more live TV coverage in League of Ireland title race

9 Oct

2.8k

Nations League

Carsley adds duo to England squad to face Greece and Finland

9 Oct

3.7k

Sidelined

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker set for six weeks out with hamstring injury

9 Oct

1.6k

build up

Ireland arrive in Finland feeling positive and ready to play without fear

Manager Heimir Hallgrímsson and captain Nathan Collins both talked up renewed confidence ahead of crucial Nations League clash.

David Sneyd

reports from the Olympic Stadium, Helsinki

9 Oct

1.4k

New Job

Ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp appointed Red Bull’s global head of soccer

9 Oct

3.2k

first cap

'It means everything' - Ipswich Town midfielder Taylor targets Ireland debut

8 Oct

3.2k

UWCL

Disappointment for Irish duo on Celtic's historic Champions League night, Chelsea edge Madrid

8 Oct

3.4k

Interview

Jack Grealish welcomes Lee Carsley’s trust with England after Euro 2024 snub

8 Oct

2.0k

nemo

Legendary Women's Premier Division goalkeeper announces retirement

8 Oct

1.6k

Exclusive

Ireland internationals provide €30,000 support for female footballers after abuse allegations

The money had been donated initially to help start a scholarship scheme for League of Ireland academy players.

David Sneyd

8 Oct

1.2k

Collision

Shamrock Rovers awaiting news on Savannah McCarthy after car crash on Sunday

8 Oct

1.7k

Podcast

Could Fifa sanction Israel?

36:46

Handbags

FA charges Chelsea and Nottingham Forest for mass melee at Stamford Bridge

8 Oct

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