Andy Farrell: All Blacks are ultimate Test of Ireland’s World Cup credentials
Andy Farrell believes Ireland’s forthcoming tour of New Zealand will provide the “ultimate” test and serve as vital preparation for next year’s World Cup.
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Ireland Under-21s could make history with win over Italy
The Republic of Ireland Under-21s head into today's clash with Group F leaders Italy knowing a win will take them to a first ever U21s European Championship Finals.
Ireland name five uncapped players in squad to tour New Zealand
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has included five uncapped players in his 40-man squad for the upcoming tour of New Zealand.
Buzz absent as season ends in Ukraine's temporary base
Dublin airport was flocked with football fans in the early hours of Sunday morning, but not of the Boys in Green variety, rather the Tartan Army, licking their wounds and rubbing their heads after an eventful but ultimately disappointing trip to the Irish capital.
History beckons as record six Asian teams qualify for the World Cup
Asian Football Confederation President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa has congratulated Australia on becoming the record sixth AFC side to secure their place at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
Obafemi ruled out as Ebosele makes Irish squad
Michael Obafemi has been ruled out of the Republic of Ireland squad to play Ukraine this evening in the Nations League.
Preview: Ireland look to end summer series on the right note
The rollercoaster four-fixture summer series comes to a conclusion tonight in Lodz with Stephen Kenny's side looking to maintain the momentum gained from the impressive victory over Scotland on Saturday.
James McClean taking nothing for granted as he closes in on century of caps
James McClean is taking nothing for granted as he closes in on a century of caps for the Republic of Ireland.