All you need to know: Republic of Ireland v New Zealand
Tuesday 21 November
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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.
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.
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.
Five talking points ahead of Republic of Ireland’s friendly against New Zealand
The Republic of Ireland’s friendly clash with New Zealand on Tuesday night will signal the end of one international career and perhaps two as a difficult calendar year draws to a close.
‘It’s time to step aside’ – James McClean set for Republic of Ireland farewell
James McClean will walk away from his Republic of Ireland career for personal reasons on Tuesday despite believing he can still do a job for his country.
'If it's my last game, so be it' - Stephen Kenny still playing waiting game ahead of New Zealand clash
"If it is my last game, so be it," said Stephen Kenny as he faced the media for the pre-match press conference at the FAI headquarters in Dublin on Monday morning.