Irish abroad: Izzy Atkinson scores on debut and Leanne Kiernan returns from injury
It was a busy weekend for Ireland's women in both the Women's Super League and Championship.
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Women's Super League round-up: Chelsea cruise to summit as Manchester City go second
Chelsea bounced back from their thrashing by Arsenal to beat Bristol City 3-0 at Ashton Gate and ensure they went into the winter break three points clear at the top of the Women's Super League.
Irish stars' Women's FA Cup journeys begin in earnest
A slew of Republic of Ireland internationals will go up against each other in the Women's FA Cup when the big guns are entered into the competition at the fourth-round stage next month.
Sunday sport: Bicycle-kick goal from Garnacho helps Man United to away win
A stunning bicycle kick from Alejandro Garnacho helped Manchester United beat Everton in the Premier League at Goodison Park.
'A sad day' - Gleeson pays tribute to Stephen Kenny
Republic of Ireland interim manager Eileen Gleeson paid tribute to "the ultimate professional" Stephen Kenny after her fellow Dubliner's reign as men's boss ended on Wednesday evening.
Peamount attacker Ellen Dolan gets first Ireland call-up
Peamount United's Ellen Dolan has been handed a first Republic of Ireland senior call-up in Eileen Gleeson's final squad as interim manager.
Niamh Fahey returns for Liverpool, Jessie Stapleton makes Hammers debut
Republic of Ireland defender Niamh Fahey made her first appearance of the season for Liverpool on Wednesday night, but it ended in a 1-0 defeat to Manchester United in the Continental League Cup.
Nikita Parris stunner rescues Manchester United in gruelling Continental Cup win vs Liverpool
Nikita Parris rescued Manchester United at Prenton Park on Wednesday night with a stunner that lit up a stale Continental Cup performance.