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John Fallon

John Fallon is a soccer correspondent with a long track record of covering all levels of the men’s and women’s game in Ireland.

Waterford v Dundalk - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division

S John Fallon: Change necessary or else Waterford's current survival cycle is here to stay

After decrying last season’s relegation escape through the playoffs as tantamount to failure, the expected upturn this term under new boss Jon Daly hasn’t materialised.

Wed, 06 May, 2026

Derry City v Shamrock Rovers - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division

S John Fallon: Drama and quality in LOI out of kilter

In an era when crowds and fitness levels are up, so too are the wages but we await for the product being enhanced accordingly.

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

Australia v Republic of Ireland - FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 Group B

S John Fallon: Grand home stages central to women’s legacy

Uphill task for incoming Cork City’s women’s boss, FAI Chairman’s governance drive and Shels lose Academy guru Barron to Abbotstown.

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026

Chelsea v Manchester City - Premier League - Stamford Bridge

S John Fallon: Ireland are keen on Liam Delap. Time for the striker to make a decision

Ireland are keen for his allegiance and seem quietly confident of reversing the trend they suffered with in the cases of Declan Rice and Jack Grealish.

Wed, 15 Apr, 2026

Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia - International Friendly - Aviva Stadium

S John Fallon: Hallgrímsson revives old concept but with different rules of engagement

ON THE last occasion an Irish squad arranged a training camp in lieu of a major tournament, Robbie Keane was mocked up by a newspaper at a Las Vegas casino.

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026

Czechia v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers Play-off Semi-Final

S John Fallon: Anatomy of Ireland's World Cup dream being crushed

John Fallon distils the series of misfortunate events at the Fortuna Arena, any one of which might have led to a showdown on home soil last night.

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

FAI 2026-2029 Strategy Launch

S John Fallon: FAI strategy misses target again

Elsewhere, LOI coaches spread their wings, while Keeley and McGinty vie for Ireland back-up role.

Wed, 18 Mar, 2026

Denise O'Sullivan dejected after conceding 3/3/2026

S John Fallon: Average age of women’s team is 29 — but is there any appetite for change?

It’s not CarlaWard's job to prioritise youth, but the clock is ticking.

Wed, 11 Mar, 2026

ans display a "Show Israel the red card" banner 6/9/2025

S John Fallon: Football can take backseat, Irish people should be heard on Palestine

This is certainly one instance where football can take a back seat.

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Republic of Ireland v Denmark - UEFA EURO2020 Qualifier

S John Fallon: In identifying a way forward, Irish football should look to Denmark

Denmark are one of only four of the last 52 European countries to qualify for a men’s World Cup that were ranked lower than 25.

Wed, 11 Feb, 2026