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Ten Hag, Man United duo nominated for Premier League awards & 3 more under-radar stories
O'Shea takes charge of Republic of IrelandFormer Manchester United defender John O'Shea has been named Republic of Ireland interim coach ahead of the upcoming friendly clashes in March.The 42-year-old has been part of the Football Association of Ireland since 2020.
Manchester United
2 months ago
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'Because I'm Irish': Evan Ferguson looks bemused when asked why he won't ditch Ireland for England
Evan Ferguson has once again reiterated his stance on international football by saying he can only represent Ireland.Alex Crook from TalkSPORT asked Ferguson if he'd consider playing for England, to which Ferguson replied: "I don't think that would [ever happen].
5 months ago
3
15
Ready to step up as Robbo replacement? Tsimikas amazes Liverpool fans with crazy assist for Greece
Kostas Tsimikas produced a moment of magic in Greece’s 2-0 win over the Republic of Ireland on Friday (13 October).He delivered a fantastic assist to prove his quality as an attacking full-back for his nation.
Liverpool
6 months ago
21
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Caught on camera: De Jong's insane pass to create match winner for Netherlands
Okay, it wasn't the assist, but it was the next best thing. With the Netherlands struggling to break down a resolute Ireland defence away from home in a Euro qualifier, Frenkie De Jong delivered a defence-splitting pass that explains why Xavi considers him one of the best midfielders in world football.
Barcelona
7 months ago
18
193
'He’s a bloody good player': England tried to convince Irish player to play for their team
England's manager, Gareth Southgate, once considered recruiting the talented Evan Ferguson from Brighton. While England has successfully convinced players like Jack Grealish and Declan Rice to represent their national team, Ferguson has firmly committed to Ireland.
7 months ago
2
2
David Beckham's son replicates Bellingham's goal celebration, sends message to Jude
David Beckham's son Romeo has uploaded a pic of repeating Jude Bellingham's goal celebration."🤣" the 21-year-old wrote as a caption.
Real Madrid
7 months ago
7
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Kounde fails to impress at right-back for France and 2 more under-radar stories of the day
Lewandowski scores braceThe Pole has netted two goals against Faroe Islands in the Euro 2024 qualifiers.The first one was scored from the spot; the second was a gorgeous finish from inside the box.
Barcelona
7 months ago
36
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Full list of 16 Liverpool players called up for international duty
The international break is upon us with a host of Liverpool players already with their national teams for the next two weeks. In Europe, most players would be playing in the Euro 2024 qualifiers while others in South America are already competing for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Liverpool
7 months ago
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Team's best footballers in European Qualifiers
All stats
Goals
Johnston
2
Ferguson
2
Idah
2
Assists
McGrath
2
McClean
2
Doherty
1
Duel won
Cullen
33
Doherty
30
Knight
29
Chances created
Cullen
15
McClean
10
Smallbone
10
Dembele's reunion with Kounde caught on camera – it's awkward
Jules Kounde has reunited with Ousmane Dembele in France's national team camp."How are you?" Kounde asked.
Barcelona
7 months ago
20
191
'Not captain material': Erik ten Hag criticised for making Bruno new skipper
Speaking on talkSPORT radio, former Chelsea and Republic of Ireland midfielder Andy Townsend said: "I don't think Bruno Fernandes is captain's material."Too many times now in football I see players given the armband for the wrong reasons, not because the are the right man for the job.
Manchester United
8 months ago
67
87
Wrexham sign footballer who receives most abuse in England
Wrexham have signed Ireland international James McClean, which is pretty solid for their League Two level.McClean isn't just known as someone with 100 caps for his national team but also as someone who feels strongly about his Irish identity despite being born in Northern Ireland.
8 months ago
5
11
Palestine may be set for historic friendly game against European nation
Ireland has been contacted by Palestine for a historic friendly game, reports The New Arab.Members of the Palestinian FA are planning to visit Ireland in August.
9 months ago
7
'We're living in Football Manager save': Robbie Keane lands first managerial job in Israel
Maccabi Tel Aviv have confirmed the appointment of Robbie Keane as the team's head coach. The former Middlesbrough and Ireland assistant coach replaces Aitor Karanka in charge of the Israeli side.
10 months ago
1
9
'The best players keep going': Andy Townsend disagrees with Rashford over modern football schedule
Speaking on talkSPORT radio, ex-Ireland midfielder Andy Townsend said: "The best players keep going. If Marcus Rashford wants to become world-class, he should be thinking 'I want to play every game and score 40 goals next season'.
Manchester United
10 months ago
12
60
Which Liverpool players feature in international games in June: full list
The season is not over yet for plenty of Liverpool's first-team players as they travel to their countries for the international games.Here's a full list of players who'll be in action in the coming weeks.
Liverpool
10 months ago
8
82
'He came and sat down beside me on the pitch': Richard Dunne reveals what exactly Thierry Henry told him after infamous handball episode
One of the most painful moments in Irish football history occurred in 2009 when Thierry Henry handled the ball, leading to France securing a spot in the World Cup in South Africa. During that match, the Republic of Ireland seemed destined to qualify for their first World Cup since 2002.
10 months ago
1
'He’s ready to go': Ireland head coach expects Kelleher to leave Liverpool this summer
"I would fully expect that," Republic of Ireland head coach Stephen Kenny said about the future of his player Caoimhin Kelleher at Liverpool."It’s not right normally to speak about a player moving, but he’s at the stage where he’s behind probably one of the best goalkeepers in the world and it’s not going to get any easier.
Liverpool
10 months ago
28
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Brentford targeting Caoimhin Kelleher, include him in 3-man shortlist - Sky Sports
Brentford have identified Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher as one of three potential replacements for their No.1 David Raya, Sky Sports reports.
Liverpool
11 months ago
26
78
'People haven't given enough credit': Tony Cascarino praises 'thriving' Gabriel
Speaking to the Times, former Chelsea and Republic of Ireland striker Tony Cascarino said: "In all the excitement about William Saliba's performances, people have not given enough credit to his central defensive partner Gabriel."The Brazilian is the only outfield player to have played every minute of Arsenal's league matches so far and I think he has thrived alongside Saliba.
Arsenal
1 year ago
7
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Arsenal get major Tierney fitness boost ahead of North London derby
Kieran Tierney is expected to be available for Arsenal in the game against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, claims Football London.The left-back only missed Scotland’s recent game against Ukraine as a precaution, after picking up a head injury in the win over the Republic of Ireland.
Arsenal
1 year ago
5
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Kieran Tierney withdraws from Scotland squad due to injury
Kieran Tierney has withrdawn from the Scotland squad after sustaining a head injury in the Nations League game against the Republic of Ireland.The 25-year-old was subbed off as a precaution before half-time after a nasty tussle with Troy Parrott.
Arsenal
1 year ago
11
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Arsenal's best line up for Tottenham Hotspur clash after international break injuries - shown in pic
Arsenal have suffered some injury blows during the international break, ahead of their important game against Tottenham Hotspur on October 1.Thomas Partey suffered a knock while training with Ghana and has been sent back to the Gunners for further assessment.
Arsenal
1 year ago
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Kieran Tierney suffers injury blow with Scotland in international break
Arsenal defender Kieran Tierney suffered a head injury in Scotland’s 2-1 win over the Republic of Ireland.The left-back had gone down after a nasty tussle with Troy Parrott, and the Scotland management deemed it necessary to substitute him before half-time.
Arsenal
1 year ago
15
21
Ireland women's coach Vera Pauw: I was raped by a prominent football official when I was a young player
The Republic of Ireland’s women’s national team coach Vera Pauw has made a shocking confession about how she was sexually assaulted and raped during her playing days.She wrote on Twitter: “For 35 years, I have kept a secret from the world, from my family, from my team-mates, my players, and now I can finally accept, from myself.
1 year ago
10
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Tony Cascarino: 'Man United were dreadful last season and Harry Maguire might be a scapegoat'
Speaking on talkSPORT radio, former Chelsea and Ireland striker Tony Cascarino said: "I think Harry Maguire's career is going to change slightly in the next year because with Erik ten Hag coming in at Manchester United."What does he think of Maguire? Last season Man United were dreadful and there'll be scapegoats and Harry might be one of them.
Manchester United
1 year ago
13
47
'He can play anywhere': Man United told to sign West Ham's Jarrod Bowen
Speaking on talkSPORT radio, former Chelsea and Ireland midfielder Andy Townsend said: "Jarrod Bowen has been great. He's been so good lately.
Manchester United
1 year ago
34
40
'Levels': Messi's and Ronaldo's 2022 World Cup routes are SO different
Football fans often troll Leo Messi for 'mid-level' teams he plays against in South America.But let's just compare the routes of Messi and Ronaldo ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
Barcelona
2 years ago
7
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Goalkeeper’s reaction after Cristiano promised to swap shirts with him but forgot about it
Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu was gutted to not be able to receive Cristiano Ronaldo’s shirt after his side’s 0-0 draw against Portugal.The Man United forward had promised Bazunu his t-shirt after the game, but was then met by a young pitch invader.
2 years ago
5
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Ronaldo gives his shirt to young pitch invader after Ireland clash
A young fan invaded the pitch after Portugal’s 0-0 draw against Ireland to fulfill her dream of meeting Cristiano Ronaldo.The fan came and held onto the Man United star, who stopped the security guards from taking her away.
Manchester United
2 years ago
8
59
Ronaldo receives Guinness World Record certificate for becoming all-time top scorer in international football
Cristiano Ronaldo has received a certificate from the Guinness World Records for becoming the all-time top scorer in international football history.The Man United star scored a brace against Ireland for Portugal in a recent World Cup qualifier, taking him past the former top-scorer Ali Daei in the rankings.
Manchester United
2 years ago
16
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Why some Barca fans call Cristiano Ronaldo their 'favourite geography teacher': explained
Cristiano Ronaldo recently became the all-time leading goal-scorer in International football after scoring his 111th international goal in Portugal’s 2-1 win over Ireland.However, Barcelona fans have taken this opportunity to create a joke, dubbing him as ‘their favourite geography teacher’.
2 years ago
10
32
Cristiano Ronaldo adorably watches his goals on team bus after Portugal clash
Cristiano Ronaldo has become the top international goalscorer in football history with a brace against Ireland on Wednesday.The 36-year-old's two strikes in a 2022 World Cup qualifier have taken his international goal tally to 111, overtaking Iran's legend Ali Daei.
Manchester United
2 years ago
12
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Roy Keane: 'Cristiano Ronaldo's a genius. I'm sick of saying it'
When asked about his thoughts on Cristiano Ronaldo’s record-setting performance in Portugal’s 2-1 win over Ireland, Roy Keane told ITV: “Brilliant, it is amazing.“Even last night, Ireland put on a great display, a good show, Ronaldo looked off it, missed a penalty but we just seen what he’s about getting in the box, end product, two brilliant headers.
Manchester United
2 years ago
17
126
Cristiano Ronaldo escapes punishment for nearly slapping opponent before missing penalty for Portugal
Portugal beat Ireland 2–1 in Algarve in an eventful 2022 World Cup qualifier on Wednesday night.Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty — and a chance to break the all-time international goalscoring record — early in the first half.
Manchester United
2 years ago
21
84
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes top international goalscorer in football history
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored his 110th and 111th goal for Portugal, breaking the record for the most international goals in football's history.The 36-year-old got on the scoresheet late in the second half in Wednesday's 2022 World Cup qualifier against Ireland, making it 1–1 after missing a penalty in the first half.
Manchester United
2 years ago
73
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Wayne Rooney injures Derby player in training, rules him out for 12 weeks: The Telegraph
Derby manager Wayne Rooney was responsible for Jason Knight's injury which has made the Ireland international unavailable for 12 weeks, according to The Telegraph.The crisis-hit Rams only have nine players registered for the 2021/22 season and thus their manager joined the training game himself to make up numbers.
Manchester United
2 years ago
11
51
OFFICIAL: Kelleher signs new long-term deal with Liverpool
Caoimhin Kelleher has signed a new long-term deal with Liverpool, the club's official website confirms.The 22-year-old was rewarded with a new contract after a breakthrough season that saw him debut in the Premier League, as well as for the Republic of Ireland.
Liverpool
2 years ago
27
110
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European Qualifiers Table
European Qualifiers
European Qualifiers
World Cup Qualification
UEFA Nations League
International friendlies
Group A
Team
P
M
1
Spain
21
8
2
Scotland
17
8
3
Norway
11
8
4
Georgia
8
8
5
Cyprus
0
8
Group B
Team
P
M
1
France
22
8
2
Netherlands
18
8
3
Greece
13
8
4
Republic of Ireland
6
8
5
Gibraltar
0
8
Group C
Team
P
M
1
England
20
8
2
Italy
14
8
3
Ukraine
14
8
4
FYR Macedonia
8
8
5
Malta
0
8
Group D
Team
P
M
1
Turkey
17
8
2
Croatia
16
8
3
Wales
12
8
4
Armenia
8
8
5
Latvia
3
8
Group E
Team
P
M
1
Albania
15
8
2
Czech Republic
15
8
3
Poland
11
8
4
Moldova
10
8
5
Faroe Islands
2
8
Group F
Team
P
M
1
Belgium
20
8
2
Austria
19
8
3
Sweden
10
8
4
Azerbaijan
7
8
5
Estonia
1
8
Group G
Team
P
M
1
Hungary
18
8
2
Serbia
14
8
3
Montenegro
11
8
4
Lithuania
6
8
5
Bulgaria
4
8
Group H
Team
P
M
1
Denmark
22
10
2
Slovenia
22
10
3
Finland
18
10
4
Kazakhstan
18
10
5
Northern Ireland
9
10
6
San Marino
0
10
Group I
Team
P
M
1
Romania
22
10
2
Switzerland
17
10
3
Israel
15
10
4
Belarus
12
10
5
Kosovo
11
10
6
Andorra
2
10
Group J
Team
P
M
1
Portugal
30
10
2
Slovakia
22
10
3
Luxembourg
17
10
4
Iceland
10
10
5
Bosnia and Herzegovina
9
10
6
Liechtenstein
0
10
Full standings
Goals
Assists
RC
YC
Player
G
Romelu Lukaku
Belgium
14
Cristiano Ronaldo
Portugal
10
Kylian Mbappe
France
9
Harry Kane
England
8
Scott McTominay
Scotland
7
