Ireland learn potential opponents for World Cup playoff semi-final
As the European World Cup qualifiers concluded on Tuesday night, the Republic of Ireland now know their potential opponents for the playoff semi-finals.
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Iraq await Bolivia or Suriname in World Cup playoff tournament
ZURICH :Iraq will play either Bolivia or Suriname to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after the inter-confederation playoff tournament draw was held on Thursday to decide the pathways that determine two slots for the 2026 World Cup.
Michael O’Neill believes Northern Ireland can shock Italy to reach World Cup
Michael O’Neill admitted Northern Ireland wanted to avoid Italy in the World Cup qualifying play-offs but backed his side to cause a major upset.
Holders Italy ease past Austria to reach Davis Cup semi-finals
BOLOGNA, Italy :Hosts Italy stayed on course for a Davis Cup 'three-peat' with a convincing victory over Austria in Bologna on Wednesday to set up a semi-final clash against Belgium.
Feather in his cap as Dublin Zoo names parrot after World Cup qualifier hero
Dublin Zoo has named a parrot after a forward who has kept the men’s national team’s football World Cup dream alive.
DR Congo win African World Cup playoffs in penalty shootout
RABAT :The Democratic Republic of Congo kept alive hopes of a World Cup place as they edged Nigeria 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw at the end of extra time to win the African qualifying playoffs in Morocco on Sunday.
Hungary v Ireland live: Hosts take early lead
The Republic of Ireland need a win over Hungary in Budapest to keep their World Cup hopes alive, follow the action live here:
Evan Ferguson to miss Hungary game with ankle injury
Republic of Ireland striker Evan Ferguson will miss tomorrow's crucial World Cup qualifier against Hungary.