Murphy makes PL debut as Newcastle thrash Chelsea Republic of Ireland underage international Alex Murphy made his Premier League debut for Newcastle as the Magpies thrashed ten-man Chelsea 4-1 at St James' Park. Soccer • 25 Nov
Canham tasked with finding focus in a blur of change The to-do list gets longer and more complicated for the FAI as we creep towards December, with director of football Marc Canham facing a huge … Soccer • 7 hrs
Five of Kenny's backroom staff leave Ireland roles The FAI has confirmed the departures of five members of Stephen Kenny's backroom staff, after the decision not to renew the Dubliner's contract as Ireland … Soccer • 23 Nov
Wanted and wannabes: Contenders to be next Ireland boss With Stephen Kenny's contract not renewed, who are the names at the top of director of football Marc Canham's list, or seeking to be at … Soccer • 23 Nov
'A sad day' - Gleeson pays tribute to Stephen Kenny Republic of Ireland interim manager Eileen Gleeson paid tribute to "the ultimate professional" Stephen Kennny after her fellow Dubliner's reign as men's boss ended on … Soccer • 23 Nov
No new Ireland contract for departing boss Kenny The FAI has confirmed that Stephen Kenny will not be offered a contract extension as Republic of Ireland manager, following a disappointing Euro 2024 qualifying … Soccer • 22 Nov
Kelly: Green shoots for next Ireland manager Stephen Kelly believes the Republic of Ireland players are capable of delivering improved performances and results under a new manager. Soccer • 23 Nov
Big calls ahead for FAI with Kenny on the brink Stephen Kenny's reign as Republic of Ireland boss looks like it will be over after Tuesday's FAI board meeting. Attention will soon turn to who … Soccer • 22 Nov
Argentina deepen Brazil woes amid violent scenes in Rio Nicolas Otamendi scored with a towering header to give Argentina a 1-0 away win over Brazil in a bad-tempered World Cup qualifier that was delayed … Soccer • 22 Nov
'When you set the bar high, your fall can be acute' The higher you set the bar, the harder the fall; that's how Stephen Kenny described his decision to come into the Ireland job with the … Soccer • 22 Nov
McClean retires with a smile after 'time of my life' "Special" was how James McClean described his final night in an Ireland jersey as the Derry native brought an 11-year international career to an end … Soccer • 22 Nov
Euro 2024: Croatia secure finals spot ahead of Wales Croatia became the 20th and last team to qualify automatically for Euro 2024 as Ante Budimir's goal earned them a 1-0 win over Armenia. Soccer • 21 Nov
Euro 2024 Group B: Greece hold France, Dutch hit six Greece came from a goal down to hold France to a 2-2 draw in their final Euro 2024 qualifier in the Republic of Ireland's Group … Soccer • 21 Nov
Kenny's contract ends with stalemate against NZ Stephen Kenny's contract ended at the Aviva Stadium tonight, as Ireland and New Zealand played out an entertaining international friendly 1-1 draw. Soccer • 21 Nov
Crawford: Late Italy goal 'a punch in the stomach' Jim Crawford admitted that Italy's late, late equaliser in the Republic of Ireland's Euro under-21 qualifier at Turners Cross was "a punch in the stomach", … Soccer • 22 Nov
Brave to the end, hindsight may be kind to Kenny tenure As Stephen Kenny departs as Republic of Ireland manager, Ed Leahy looks back on his tumultuous three years in charge. Soccer • 22 Nov
Brexit helping but facilities blocking Irish pathway While the current focus may be on the potential end to Stephen Kenny's tenure and who might succeed him as Republic of Ireland manager, the … Soccer • 21 Nov
Kerr: Kenny successor will need time to put stamp down Brian Kerr believes Stephen Kenny's successor will need time to put their stamp on the Republic of Ireland set-up if, as anticipated, the current manager's … Soccer • 21 Nov
O'Neill: Win over Denmark a step in right direction Michael O'Neill called Northern Ireland's 2-0 win over Denmark a step in the right direction but knows his side remain a long way from the … Soccer • 21 Nov
Kenny and McClean on the one road from Derry to here Stephen Kenny gave James McClean his League of Ireland debut, and the two were on hand once again to bid farewell to the Derry native's … Soccer • 21 Nov
Euro 2024: Italy hold Ukraine, Faroes draw with Albania Italy secured their place at Euro 2024 after the defending champions withstood a second-half rally from Ukraine to earn the point they needed with a … Soccer • 20 Nov
Northern Ireland shock Denmark at Windsor Park Northern Ireland saved their best until last as they ended a miserable Euro 2024 qualifying campaign on a high note with a 2-0 win over … Soccer • 20 Nov
Treacy: Seniors priority but Moran could have waited Keith Treacy believes the fact that Andrew Moran did not get any game-time against the Netherlands on Saturday could alter the perception of Stephen Kenny's … Soccer • 20 Nov
Curtain coming down on Kenny era as McClean bids adieu Despite playing France and the Netherlands twice throughout the year, tonight's end-of-season meaningless friendly against New Zealand may prove to be the most significant game … Soccer • 21 Nov
McClean: Pain of being dropped swung retirement call James McClean has revealed that the hurt of being dropped from the Republic of Ireland squad for the first time made up his mind to … Soccer • 20 Nov