Latest: Troy Parrott double gives Ireland the lead as Ronaldo sent off for Portugal
62nd minute: Ogbene almost made it three straight away as his shot was dragged past the far post, with Ireland unable to take a chance from the resulting corner.
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Nigeria need extra time before progressing in World Cup playoffs
RABAT :Nigeria overcame the distraction of a strike over money to beat Gabon 4-1 in their World Cup African playoff semi-final in Rabat on Thursday, but they needed extra time before running out comfortable victors.
O’Donovan appeals to hoteliers to not indulge in price gouging during Euro 2028
Minister for Sport Patrick O’Donovan has called on the hospitality sector to “see the bigger picture” and not indulge in price gouging when thousands of soccer fans are expected to come to Ireland for seven games during Euro 2028.
Republic of Ireland-Portugal referee urged to stand up to Cristiano Ronaldo
Heimir Hallgrimsson has urged referee Glenn Nyberg not to allow Cristiano Ronaldo to do his job for him as the Republic of Ireland target a famous victory over Portugal.
Aviva Stadium to host seven games at Euro 2028
The Aviva Stadium is set to host seven games at Euro 2028, it was confirmed at the official launch of the tournament on Wednesday.
Nigeria players end bonus dispute ahead of key World Cup qualifier
Nigeria’s players are fully focused on their 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifier playoff against Gabon on Thursday after resolution of a dispute over bonuses that led to a boycott of training, according to captain William Troost-Ekong.
Cameroon World Cup hopes hit by injury blows
RABAT :Cameroon have been hit by two major injury blows, and face a possible third ahead of Thursday’s World Cup playoff against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Craig Bellamy focused on ‘massive’ Euro 2028 amid Celtic rumours
Craig Bellamy has vowed to lead Wales into “massive” Euro 2028 with his name still in the frame for the Celtic job.