Bemand names returning Parsons and Higgins in first Ireland squad
New Ireland Women's head coach Scott Bemand has included Beibhinn Parsons and Eve Higgins in his first squad ahead of the inaugural WXV3 competition in Dubai.
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Gleeson appointed interim Republic of Ireland boss in wake of Pauw exit
Eileen Gleeson has been appointed interim boss of the Republic of Ireland team.
Neutral zone crash forces Eddie Dunbar out of Vuelta
A crash ahead of stage five has ruled Irish cyclist Eddie Dunbar out of the remainder of the Vuelta Espana.
Skewed draw rips up World Cup form guide
LONDON : Holding the draw for the Rugby World Cup in 2020 has meant that the tournament has a bizarrely skewed look where three of the sport's top five teams are in the same pool, while one of the next five is virtually guaranteed a semi-final spot.
Samoa's Andrew Goodman backs Ireland to 'go really deep' in World Cup
Ireland are genuine contenders to lift the Rugby World Cup and will "go really deep" in the competition, according to Samoa and Leinster assistant coach Andrew Goodman. New Zealander Goodman watched from the sidelines on Saturday evening in Bayonne as Ireland stretched their winning run to 13 matches with a narrow 17-13 success over Samoa. The 40-year-old former Leinster player, who has been working with the Pacific island nation since 2021, has connections with many of Ireland's squad having returned to the Dublin-based province last year to assist Leo Cullen. Asked if Ireland are serious challengers for the Webb Ellis Cup, he replied: "Definitely, they've been playing outstanding footy.
Duggan: Pauw cloud lifted, but next appointment crucial
The passage of time will be kind on Vera Pauw's stint in charge of Ireland, but choosing her successor will be key to maintaining an upward trajectory for women's football, says former international Karen Duggan.
Vera Pauw's strengths and weaknesses tapped from the same well
Vera Pauw's single-mindedness and absolute dedication to her methods were both a driving force and corrosive influence for the Republic of Ireland.
Vera Pauw to leave role as Ireland women's coach
Vera Pauw's four-year tenure as coach of Republic of Ireland's women's team will end at the end of August after the country's football association (FAI) said on Tuesday it will not offer her a new contract.