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<p>AYE AYE CAPTAIN: Brentford's Nathan Collins celebrates after scoring against QPR. Pic: John Walton/PA Wire.</p>

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'So far, so good' - Nathan Collins enjoying life under Keith Andrews after being named Brentford captain

“I've seen him really develop as a human being,” Andrews explains on why he has placed his trust in Collins.

<p>EVAN SENT: Evan Ferguson has settled quickly to life in Rome, the eternal city. Pic credit: AS Roma.</p>

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'We must get to know Evan and exploit his depth' - Roma boss praises early Ferguson impact

<p>THAT WAY TO ROME: Brighton and Hove Albion have not ruled out Evan Ferguson returning to the club next year despite loaning the Irish striker to Roma with a €38m purchase option.</p>

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Watch: Evan Ferguson receives hero's welcome in Rome as Brighton boss confirms loan deal

Serbia v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2022 - European Qualifying - Group D - Rajko Mitic Stadium

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Republic of Ireland keeper Mark Travers completes move to Everton

Luxembourg v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly

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'He will be really proud' - John Patrick Finn fulfills late dad's wish for him to play for Ireland

Luxembourg v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly

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Jack Taylor: 'I wanted to force myself into the manager’s mind'

Luxembourg v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly

Three bright sparks from a frustrating Irish night in Luxembourg

This is how they fared during Ireland's 0-0 draw in their final friendly before the World Cup qualification campaign begins in September.

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025

Luxembourg v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly

‘This game will teach us a lesson’ - Heimir's 'unhappy' birthday as Ireland struggle

“Let’s be honest, we’re not happy with this performance,” began Hallgrímsson when talking to RTÉ shortly after full time.

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025

Ryan Manning, Jack Taylor and Nathan Collins applaud the travelling fans after the game 10/6/2025

Much changed Ireland slump to dour draw with Luxembourg

Thankfully, it didn’t cost vital dropped points and there’s the consolation of knowing that the rested trio of Josh Cullen, Finn Azaz and Mikey Johnston will return for the opening September qualifiers against Hungary and Armenia.

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Senegal - International Friendly

Five changes for Ireland team to face Luxembourg as Jake O'Brien starts

Max O'Leary will make his Ireland debut in goal.

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025

Nathan Collins 9/6/2025

'Last summer it was all up in the air' but Ireland now building under Heimir Hallgrimsson says Nathan Collins

Based on the training match visible, both Evan Ferguson and Troy Parrott will return to lead the frontline. Dara O’Shea may step out to allow either Jake O’Brien or Liam Scales to partner Collins in central defence while Max O’Leary will feature in goal for his belated debut. Midfielder Killian Phillips is in line for his first start.

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Luxembourg Training Session and Press Conference

Luxembourg won't be distracted by Gerson Rodrigues controversy against Ireland says manager

The striker has been handed an 18-month suspended sentence after being convicted of three assault offences.

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Bosun Lawal 26/3/2023

Stoke's Bosun Lawal called up to Ireland squad for Luxembourg friendly

The 22-year-old who previously earned 12 caps with Jim Crawford’s Ireland U21 team, plays primarily as a holding midfielder but can operate as a centre back

Sun, 08 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Senegal - International Friendly

'Ireland teams were always been built big on set-pieces' - Smallbone lauds Hallgrímsson’s emphasis

The 25-year-old is certain Ireland are on track to mount a competitive bid to reach next year’s World Cup.

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

Kasey McAteer celebrates scoring their first goal 6/6/2025

McAteer strikes as Hallgrimsson belatedly introduced to Ireland's 1-1 trademark

The flamboyance of the Senegalese increased with every substitute they introduced.

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

Heimir Hallgrímsson 5/6/2025

'I wouldn't mind losing both friendlies if we won both qualifiers' - Hallgrímsson sets out his stall

The Ireland boss is preparing his side to face Senegal on Friday night.

Thu, 05 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Press Conference

S Tommy Martin: Heimir Hallgrimsson is on a hot streak of off the pitch victories

To paraphrase JFK, we choose to finish second in our World Cup qualifying group and scrape through the playoffs not because it is easy, but because it is hard.

Thu, 05 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

Max O'Leary ready for Ireland debut after years of patience

28-year-old O'Leary has been with Bristol City since his early teens and had to be patient to become their first choice goalkeeper.

Wed, 04 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Press Conference

Ireland's Jason Knight 'relaxed' about prospect of Premier League football

“I’ve had a good season, I'm enjoying myself at Bristol, but you are right: I want to be ambitious. I want to play in the top division."

Wed, 04 Jun, 2025

Caoimhín Kelleher transfer brings buzz to low-key Ireland summer camp

Caoimhín Kelleher transfer brings buzz to low-key Ireland summer camp

In London on Monday to firm up his switch from Liverpool to Brentford, the goalkeeper was back in situ in Abbotstown the next day for training before news of his five-year deal finally emerged.

Tue, 03 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

Josh Honohan: Versatility is definitely a strength of mine

Shamrock Rovers defender Honohan has only worked with Heimir Hallgrímsson briefly but can already see he is a "top manager".

Mon, 02 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

Jake O'Brien tips fellow Corkman Caoimhín Kelleher to excel at Brentford

Liverpool have accepted a bid, rising to €22m from incremental add-ons, after the 26-year-old expressed his wish to establish himself as a first-choice goalkeeper.

Mon, 02 Jun, 2025

Everton v Southampton - Premier League - Goodison Park

Seamus Coleman and Sammie Szmodics withdraw from Ireland double-header

Blackburn Rovers' Andrew Moran has been called into the squad.

Thu, 29 May, 2025

Preston North End v Burnley - Emirates FA Cup - Fifth Round - Deepdale

Robbie Brady 'absolutely delighted' to agree Preston stay

Preston manager Paul Heckingbottom said Brady is a "big part of things behind the scenes" at the club.

Wed, 28 May, 2025

Dublin wins UEFA EURO 2020 bid - Aviva Stadium General Views

Ireland's path to automatic slot at Euro 2028 outlined by Uefa

Dublin’s Aviva Stadium is set to host four group games and two knockout games, including a quarter-final as it stands, but will likely absorb one of the matches scheduled for Casement Park before the unfinished Belfast GAA venue was eliminated by Uefa.

Wed, 21 May, 2025

Cork City v Waterford - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Cathal O'Sullivan receives first call-up to Republic of Ireland U21 squad

Overall there are 16 players currently playing or having come through the LOI or EA SPORTS LOI Academy included.

Wed, 21 May, 2025

Republic of Ireland Squad Announcement

'I plan for success': Hallgrímsson upbeat on Ireland's World Cup qualification chances

In upcoming friendlies, Ireland face Senegal on June 6 and away to Luxembourg four days later.

Wed, 14 May, 2025

Shamrock Rovers v Shelbourne - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Josh Honohan amongst four uncapped players called up to Republic of Ireland squad

Ireland face Senegal at the Aviva Stadium on Friday June 6 nefore they travel to Luxembourg on Tuesday June 10.

Wed, 14 May, 2025

Heimir Hallgrímsson Visits Knocklyon United MiWadi Football Camp

Heimir Hallgrímsson scours continent for June squad due to early Championship conclusion

The Icelander believes the gap of almost five weeks from Sunday’s final fixtures to the double-header against Senegal and Luxembourg on June 6 and 10 is too much.

Wed, 30 Apr, 2025

FAI's Football Pathways Plan - Media Briefing

The rise and fall of Marc Canham during his tenure at the FAI

While many in Irish football predicted his departure, the timing has still come as a surprise.

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

John O'Shea 23/3/2025

John O'Shea hopeful Ireland will have 'a few more surprises with potential players in June'

O'Shea said the best way for Adam Idah to deal with the disappointment of not featuring in the first leg against Bulgaria was by scoring the winner in the second leg.

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Bulgaria - UEFA Nations League B/C Play-off 2nd Leg

Glad to prove point, Adam Idah shush celebration aimed at online trolls

Adam Idah's shush celebration for his winner against Bulgaria was aimed at online trolls.

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Bulgaria - UEFA Nations League B/C Play-off 2nd Leg

Past year has taught Evan Ferguson to deal with frustration

"No disrespect to Bulgaria but I think we have the better players and we played the better football," said Ferguson.

Sun, 23 Mar, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Bulgaria - UEFA Nations League B/C Play-off 2nd Leg

How Ireland's players rated in playoff victory sealing comeback win against Bulgaria

Troy Parrott was once against Ireland's best performer.

Sun, 23 Mar, 2025

Republic of Ireland Media Conference and Training Session

S Dion Fanning: Irish football’s tortured soul has never been further from salvation

Irish football exists in a perpetual crisis of confidence. The League of Ireland offers some hope that there is a new energy but there is a long way to go.

Thu, 20 Mar, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session

Jimmy Dunne's long journey to a Republic of Ireland cap may be about to reach it's destination

That debut, seemingly so elusive earlier in the career of the former Manchester trainee, could be within touching distance at 27 over these two legs of the Uefa Nations League playoff against Bulgaria.

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025

Republic of Ireland to face Senegal and Luxembourg this summer

Republic of Ireland to face Senegal and Luxembourg this summer

Senegal will travel to Aviva Stadium in the June international window for the first-ever fixture between two nations although a date has yet to be finalised.

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

Just another day in Abbotstown as Irish football controversies hold court again

It is easy to sympathise with the likes of Heimir Hallgrimsson and John O’Shea who find themselves caught unwittingly in the firing line through all this.

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

Matt Doherty: 'Wolves recall has been a new lease of life'

Go back six months and the 33-year old was scraping together a few minutes here and there with Wolves, and being dropped by new Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson.

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Netherlands - UEFA EURO 2024 Championship Qualifier

Sinclair Armstrong set for Ireland recall with attacking options depleted

Ireland play Bulgaria next Thursday in the first leg of their Nations League playoff. Whichever side prevails from the tie, they will be part of Tier B next year.

Wed, 12 Mar, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women Media Conference and Training Session

Ireland coach Amber Whiteley wants Liverpool job on permanent basis

Whiteley had previously served as interim manager for the Reds during the second half of the 2020-21 season and will resume those duties for Sunday’s WSL trip to struggling Crystal Palace.

Fri, 28 Feb, 2025

Slovenia v Republic of Ireland - UEFA Women's Nations League League B Group B2

Megan Campbell suffers injury during Ireland's warm-up for Slovenia clash

Manager Carla Ward had initially made just one change from Friday’s 1-0 opening win over Turkey.

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

Brighton and Hove Alboin v Brentford - Premier League - American Express Stadium

West Ham confident over deal for Evan Ferguson but fail in Pepi bid

Arsenal and Everton among others keen on Irish striker.

Thu, 30 Jan, 2025

Mark Travers joins Middlesbrough on loan as Festy Ebosele says goodbye to Watford

Mark Travers joins Middlesbrough on loan as Festy Ebosele says goodbye to Watford

The Republic of Ireland international joins Boro on a deal that will keep him on Teesside until the end of the season.

Wed, 29 Jan, 2025

Brighton and Hove Albion v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League - American Express Stadium

Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler not ruling out January loan for Evan Ferguson

Ferguson has been linked with a loan to West Ham United, whose manager Graham Potter gave Ferguson his first-team debut at 17.

Tue, 14 Jan, 2025

Roy Keane: Euro 2016 with Ireland was the highlight of my career

Roy Keane: Euro 2016 with Ireland was the highlight of my career

Martin O'Neill was the latest guest on the 'Stick to Football' podcast which had the former Republic of Ireland management duo recalling their time together in the Irish dugout.

Thu, 02 Jan, 2025

Republic of Ireland discover opponents for World Cup qualifiers

Republic of Ireland discover opponents for World Cup qualifiers

The Boys in Green haven't competed in the tournament since their memorable run to the last 16 in Japan and South Korea back in 2002.

Fri, 13 Dec, 2024

FIFA World Cup Draw Media Briefing

'Teams will take points off each other' - Heimir Hallgrimsson not daunted by Ronaldo and Szoboszlai

Only the winners of the 12 groups are guaranteed to reach the 2026 showpiece in USA, Canada and Mexico, with the runners-up funnelled into the playoffs.

Fri, 13 Dec, 2024

Brighton and Hove Albion v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League - American Express Stadium

Are Brighton set to sanction loan move for Ireland's Evan Ferguson?

Brighton boss Fabian Huerzler is a fan but there is also an awareness that Ferguson is behind the likes of Danny Welbeck, Georginio Rutter and Joao Pedro in the forward pecking order

Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

Andrew Moran and Josh Cullen 17/11/2024

Andrew Moran: Ireland need to learn from Wembley defeat

The temptation will be to forget this embarrassment at the home of football, to erase it from the collective memory banks and plot a course independent of this car crash, but Moran isn’t of that view.

Tue, 19 Nov, 2024