Eileen Gleeson pulls no punches but insists lessons will be learned
Republic of Ireland head coach Eileen Gleeson didn't flinch when it came to assessing her team's performance in a 2-0 defeat to Wales at Tallaght Stadium on Tuesday night.
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Preview: Buoyant Ireland face off against Wales
Following their impressive goalless draw in Florence on Friday night, Ireland return to their old fiefdom in south-west Dublin for their first home game of the year, a friendly against Wales.
Injury heartaches give returning Jess Ziu perspective
Jess Ziu knew as soon as Jamie Finn hit the turf in Republic of Ireland training last week that the injury was serious.
Megan Connolly confident Ireland's evolution gathering pace
Megan Connolly is confident the Republic of Ireland's evolution is gathering pace as they look towards Tuesday's friendly against Wales at Tallaght Stadium.
Flawless Fahey proves timing beats speed
Last July, in the lobby of the team hotel in Brisbane, then Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw laid out her reasons for playing five at the back ahead of the World Cup group game against Canada.
Eileen Gleeson takes pride in Ireland's tactical flexibility
After watching her team offer more evidence they have the tools to square up to quality teams, Eileen Gleeson leaned heavily into one word in particular: "adaptablity".