Jim Crawford: Troy Parrott will hit the heights he deserves
Republic of Ireland under-21 boss Jim Crawford has backed in-form Troy Parrott to "hit the heights he deserves" on the back of a heroic week in Real Betis colours.
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FAI’s John Martin: ‘I think we all agree we shouldn’t be in the position where we have to play the game’
The FAI director of football John Martin has stated that “everybody” in the association agrees that the Republic of Ireland should not have to play Israel in the upcoming Nations League games.
Irish player tracker: Gavin Bazunu back in the good books with outstanding Bolton display
It was after a 3-0 win away to Azerbaijan that Gavin Bazunu’s team-mate Shane Duffy dubbed him “Superman” for pulling off a slew of big saves that only enhanced an already impressive highlights reel at international level.
DR Congo's World Cup exploits encourage more players to join their cause
Sept 12 : Democratic Republic of Congo's success at this year’s World Cup has seen a bevy of European-born players added to their squad as coach Sebastien Desabre seeks to expand the player pool and build on their last-32 place at the finals in North America.
Champions League: Troy Parrott the hero again as Betis off to winning start, Real Madrid edge Inter
Real Betis twice came from behind to beat Lille 3-2 away, with Marc Bartra scoring in the 34th and 49th minutes before Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott's winner, following on from his heroics against Real Madrid in La Liga.
Troy Parrott scores winner in Champions League debut as Real Betis sink Lille
Republic of Ireland international Troy Parrott was in goalscoring form again for Real Betis, netting in his Champions League debut as the Spanish club claimed a 3-2 win away to Lille.
Joey O’Brien to link up with Republic of Ireland under-17s for pre-World Cup camp
Former Shelbourne manager Joey O’Brien will link up with the Republic of Ireland under-17s squad for a three-match camp in Spain this month.
Séamus Coleman ‘was done’ with football until chat with Heimir Hallgrímsson
Seámus Coleman has said he will make a decision on his playing future “very very soon”, admitting a chat with Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrímsson changed his mind on retirement.