Ireland vs Wales preview: How Ireland are one step away from qualifying for Euro 2025
The Republic of Ireland have the chance to reach Euro 2025 this evening with a win in their second leg play-off tie against Wales.
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MEPs critique Angela Merkel's legacy as memoirs hit the shelves
"Freedom" is the political book of the year. In an autobiography, former Chancellor Angela Merkel looks back on her 16 years at the helm of Germany. Originally from the East Germany under the German Democratic Republic, the Christian Democrat leader profoundly impacted the European project.
Super Eagles drop eight places in latest FIFA rankings
The Super Eagles of Nigeria missed another opportunity to rub shoulders with global football heavyweights after falling eight places in the latest FIFA rankings.
Ireland confirmed as third seeds for World Cup draw
The pots have been confirmed for next month's World Cup qualifying draw in Zurich, with Republic of Ireland among the third seeds.
Northern Ireland will not qualify for automatic Euro 2028 slot
Northern Ireland is not eligible for the back-door route to qualification for Euro 2028 after Casement Park was ruled out as a venue, it is understood.
Euro 2028 games in Ireland to only be held at Aviva Stadium
FAI chief executive David Courell has revealed that the Euro 2028 matches originally slated for Casement Park could still be held in Ireland, but only at the Aviva Stadium.
Gusau elected 1st vice president of WAFU B
The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), on Friday, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has been elected as the 1st Vice President of the West African Football Union (WAFU) B Zone.
Holders Spain to face Netherlands in Nations League quarters
European champions Spain will play the Netherlands in the quarter-finals of the Nations League, while Friday’s draw pitted Germany against Italy in another last-eight clash.