Vera Pauw's Ireland face intriguing test against vibrant Zambia
The Republic of Ireland will face one of the most exciting attacking forces in African football when they welcome Zambia to Tallaght Stadium on Thursday.
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Niamh Fahey eyes bright horizon after tough road to recovery
New Liverpool contract agreed, injury concerns abated and a dream World Cup appearance coming into focus - it's been a good few weeks for Niamh Fahey.
Iheanacho grabs late winner as Nigeria qualify for Africa Cup of Nations
Victor Osimhen scored twice and Kelechi Iheanacho snatched an added-time winner as Nigeria edged Sierra Leone 3-2 in an Africa Cup of Nations thriller on Sunday to qualify for the finals.
Pico Lopes helps Cape Verde to seal AFCON qualification
Shamrock Rovers defender Roberto 'Pico' Lopes played the full 90 minutes as Cape Verde beat Burkina Faso 3-1 to become one of four countries to be added to the list of finalists for next January's African Cup of Nations in the Ivory Coast.
Nigeria lead list of four more Cup of Nations finals qualifiers
CAPE TOWN : Striker Kelechi Ihenacho scored a stoppage time winner as Nigeria beat Sierra Leone 3-2 in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers to become one of four countries on Sunday to be added to the list of finalists for next year’s tournament.
Italy beat the Dutch to claim Nations League bronze
Italy claimed the consolation bronze medals at the Nations League finals, and added to a disappointing week for hosts the Netherlands, as they edged the Dutch 3-2 in Sunday's third place play-off at the Twente Stadium.
African leaders meet President Putin in Russia on "peace mission"
The seven African leaders — the presidents of Comoros, Senegal, South Africa and Zambia, as well as Egypt’s prime minister and top envoys from the Republic of Congo and Uganda - say they're trying to help end the nearly 16-month-old war.
Nolan keeping Irish focus with plenty of vitamin sea
Sea dips and coffee galore - it's a tried and tested combination that's helping Republic of Ireland defender Hayley Nolan to stay focused and relaxed as the clock ticks down on the World Cup.