Stephen Kenny and James 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 exceptional international career.
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Northern Ireland defeat group winners Denmark in final Euro 2024 qualifier
BELFAST : Northern Ireland netted two second-half goals to beat Group H winners Denmark in their Euro 2024 qualifier at Windsor Park on Monday, closing out an unsuccessful qualifying campaign with an impressive showing in front of the jubilant home fans.
RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Stephen Kenny era conclusions, Andrew Moran debate, Athlone Town's cup final win and Everton points deduction
Former Republic of Ireland international Keith Treacy and the42.ie journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to discuss the aftermath and potential future outcomes following the Euro 2024 qualifier defeat to the Netherlands in Amsterdam as a disappointing campaign comes to an end, as well as the debate and criticism over Andrew Moran's elevation to the senior squad in a crucial window for the Under-21s, Athlone Town's dramatic FAI Women's Cup final win and Everton's Premier League points deduction.
Keith Treacy: Seniors the priority but Andrew Moran call-up 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 decision to promote him from the Republic of Ireland Under-21s, although he regards the call-up as understandable from both the manager and player's perspective.
Gordon Elliott stands by Troytown strategy
Gordon Elliott has defended the number of runners he had in Navan's Troytown Chase on Sunday after reiterating his desire to one day be crowned Ireland’s champion trainer.
'It's a funny one' - Caelan Doris on facing Irish comrades in Leinster-Munster derby
Caelan Doris says coming up against so many of his Ireland World Cup team-mates will be "a funny one" when Leinster face Munster in Saturday's BKT URC derby (6.30pm).
Finlay Bealham boot just a 'precaution', says Connacht defence coach Scott Fardy
Connacht have not ruled anyone out of Saturday's BKT URC clash with the Bulls and say Finlay Bealham’s protective boot is just a precaution.
James 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 retire from international football.