Ireland’s Niamh Fahey says nothing can truly prepare team for World Cup opener
Republic of Ireland defender Niamh Fahey suspects no dress rehearsal, no matter how big the audience, could truly prepare her side for their World Cup debut.
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Pauw hopeful O'Sullivan will make Australia showdown
Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw is hopeful Denise O'Sullivan will recover in time for Thursday's World Cup opener against Australia after the Cork midfielder suffered a shin injury in Friday night's behind-closed-doors game against Colombia.
First Division wrap: Galway strike late against Athlone
With Waterford not in action after their game against Treaty United was rained off, Galway United extended their lead over the Blues at the summit of the First Division after a 1-0 win away to Athlone Town.
Shelbourne and Bohemian play out entertaining stalemate
Shelbourne and Bohemians made light of the shortage of Premier Division action as they shared the spoils in a rip-roaring Dublin Derby at Tolka Park.
Drogheda United snap winless run against struggling UCD
An audacious opening goal of the night from Ryan Brennan was the highlight as Drogheda United cruised to victory at the UCD Bowl.
Harry Kane in Tottenham's pre-season Asia-Pacific tour squad but no Hugo Lloris
Harry Kane has been included in Tottenham's pre-season Asia-Pacific tour – but club captain Hugo Lloris will stay behind as the French goalkeeper looks to finalise a move to a new club.