#Republic of Ireland WNT

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Longford Town v Galway United - SSE Airtricity League First Division Play-Off Semi-Final 1st Leg
Carla Ward to appoint former Bray boss Gary Cronin as Ireland women's team assistant manager
Ex-Ireland international Alan Mahon stepped down from the role in December having been part of Ward’s staff since her appointment last January.

Sun, 18 Jan, 2026

Republic of Ireland Women Training Session
Alan Mahon resigns as Ireland assistant for 'personal reasons'
Mahon was named assistant to Carla Ward when she took over as Ireland head coach in January

Tue, 02 Dec, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Belgium - UEFA Women's Nations League Play-off 1st Leg
Ireland manager Carla Ward slams Littlejohn backlash as 'disgraceful and disgusting'
Carla Ward cited the cases of player Maddy Cusack and manager Matt Beard, both of whom passed in tragic circumstances, as evidence that social media companies need to monitor the abuse which appears on their platforms

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Georgia - UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Play-Off Round 1 Second Leg
Back in love with football, fit-again O’Hanlon raring to go with Ireland
The Man City starlet has battled back from various injury setbacks.

Mon, 24 Nov, 2025

2025 SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division Awards
Kelly Brady receives first senior call-up as Ireland WNT name squad for training camp and Hungary friendly
The WNT squad will assemble at their training base in Spain on Monday, November 24th and spend the week working together before facing Hungary on Saturday, November 29th.

Tue, 18 Nov, 2025

Carla Ward 28/10/2025
Carla Ward's Ireland to face Hungary in Spain 
The WNT will round out the year with a behind-closed-doors friendly.

Fri, 31 Oct, 2025

Belgium v Republic of Ireland - UEFA Women's Nations League Play-off 2nd Leg
Carla Ward finally gets a grip on Ireland's strengths as World Cup qualifiers loom
"I think since Carla's come in, she's come into our team, our culture, we've wanted to understand what she wants to do and she wants to understand what playing for Ireland is all about," said Katie McCabe.

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women Media Conference and Training Session
'It's a very sacred thing' but Katie McCabe wants positive result to mark 100th Ireland appearance
The 30-year-old will become the eight female centurion when she leads the time into battle against the Belgians, following Emma Byrne, Ciara Grant, Áine O'Gorman, Diane Caldwell, Niamh Fahey, Louise Quinn and Denise O’Sullivan into an exalted club.

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Belgium - UEFA Women's Nations League Play-off 1st Leg
'I'm disappointed we conceded two sloppy goals' - Katie McCabe not dwelling on hat-trick close call
Despite Uefa initially awarding the second goal of the game to McCabe, they changed it to an own-goal to Nicky Evrard as the shot off the post last touched the Belgian goalkeeper on its way into the net.

Fri, 24 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Belgium - UEFA Women's Nations League Play-off 1st Leg
Katie McCabe's brace gives Ireland commanding lead to take to Belgium
It’s a pity only 14,118 were at the Aviva Stadum to witness the Arsenal winger’s masterclass.

Fri, 24 Oct, 2025

Carla Ward 20/10/2025
Carla Ward: Equal pay for Ireland women’s manager should be considered
The Ireland manager is in constant dialogue with FAI CEO David Courell about resources for the women's team. “Am I happy? Yes," said Ward. "Am I happy with everything? No. Things can always be better."

Mon, 20 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women Media Conference and Training Session
'She has driven women's football again and again': Alan Mahon on soon to be centurion Katie McCabe's influence
Alan Mahon stepped in to announce the squad while his boss Carla Ward was away and lauded the 30-year-old Gooner for her achievements to date

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Eileen Gleeson and Colin Healy 4/12/2023
'I have seen things that are unacceptable': Colin Healy backs Eileen Gleeson in FAI dispute
Healy was Gleeson's assistant during her time as manager of the Irish women's team.

Tue, 02 Sep, 2025

Shelbourne v Shamrock Rovers - Sports Direct Women's FAI Cup Quarter-Final
World will watch if Gleeson's equal pay claim reaches court
Eileen Gleeson has lodged a landmark equality claim against the Football Association of Ireland.

Sun, 31 Aug, 2025

United States v Republic of Ireland - Women's International Friendly
Ireland midfielder Tyler Toland joins Women's Super League 2 club Durham
The Donegal native leaves Blackburn Rovers after two seasons.

Tue, 15 Jul, 2025

United States v Republic of Ireland - Women's International Friendly
Fatigue and fundamental errors leave Ireland exposed again against USA
Extracting positives from this friendly series will be difficult. Carla Ward can point to the absences of their two marquee players, Katie McCabe and Denise O’Sullivan, yet the lack of effort on goal over the 180 minutes is still telling.

Sun, 29 Jun, 2025

United States v Ireland - International Friendly
USA a cut above as Ireland slump to four-goal defeat in Colorado friendly
Mixing the outrageous talent of Alyssa Thompson with the calm experience of Rose Lavelle, the reshuffled world number-one ranked Americans showed the wealth of their player development pipeline

Fri, 27 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women Training Session
Carla Ward hoping Ireland can scale new heights against the USA in Colorado
The Girls in Green will have to contend with the altitude at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, which resides over 5,200 feet above sea level when they face the US in the first of a friendly double-header.

Thu, 26 Jun, 2025

USA v Republic of Ireland - Women's International Friendly
Several players unavailable as Ireland name squad for USA friendlies
Ireland manager Carla Ward said she knew "certain players" would be unavailable when the games were organised. 

Wed, 11 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Slovenia - UEFA Women's Nations League League B
Denise O'Sullivan: Wales loss still hurts but it will stand to us with World Cup push
A 2-1 loss to Wales at the Aviva Stadium last December dashed Ireland's dreams of reaching this summer's Euros and they are destined for playoffs again following Tuesday's UEFA Nations League clash with Slovenia.

Wed, 04 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Slovenia - UEFA Women's Nations League League B
'She's on the verge of burnout': Ireland captain Katie McCabe opts out of USA trip
The Ireland captain completed a gruelling year by helping the Girls in Green to a 1-0 win over Slovenia on Tuesday, not enough to usurp the Balkan team for top spot in their Uefa Nations League game.

Wed, 04 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Slovenia - UEFA Women's Nations League - League Phase - League B - Group B2 - Pairc Ui Chaoimh
'We need a Carla Ward team on the ball and an Irish mentality off it' says Ireland WNT boss
Ireland’s route to the next World Cup, the 2027 version in Brazil, will be shaped by the outcome of another play-off in October.

Tue, 03 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women Media Conference and Training Session
Katie McCabe: I can feel the Cork support already when you're walking by shops and pubs
Ireland face Slovenia at PĂĄirc UĂ­ Chaoimh in a Nations League promotion decider on Tuesday.

Tue, 03 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women Media Conference and Training Session
'He can talk as much as he wants' - Carla Ward shrugs off Slovenia boss comments
Sasa Kolman claimed Ireland “played into our hands” in the reverse fixture.

Tue, 03 Jun, 2025

Katie McCabe 2/6/2025
Ireland dealt double injury issue for Nations League decider at PĂĄirc UĂ­ Chaoimh
Ireland require a four-goal win if they are to overhaul Slovenia for League A promotion.

Mon, 02 Jun, 2025

Turkiye v Republic of Ireland - UEFA Women's Nations League League B Group B2
Ireland come from behind in Turkey to clinch battling win
Carla Ward's side laboured to the victory in Istanbul with sub Emily Murphy striking the winner. 

Fri, 30 May, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women Training Session
Marissa Sheva helping fellow American Erin Healy settle into Ireland setup
'I’m trying to just make sure she feels comfortable and is able to perform the way she can and not feel any unnecessary stress outside of being on the pitch'

Wed, 28 May, 2025

Arsenal v Barcelona - UEFA Women's Champions League Final
Louise Quinn: 'Katie McCabe made everyone aware she was Irish. She did not let go of that flag'
Ireland face Turkey on Friday and then Slovenia in Påirc Uí Chaoimh on Tuesday. 

Mon, 26 May, 2025

Womens UEFA Cup Final 2nd Leg: Arsenal v Umea IK
Katie McCabe can take inspiration from Irish trailblazers in the Arsenal class of 2007
The Gunners got their hands on European silverware 18 years ago. McCabe is looking to help them reclaim it on Saturday.

Sat, 24 May, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women Squad Announcement
Carla Ward: I turned down Women's Super League club job to remain with Ireland
Vacancies have arisen in the English game as the season concludes but the Ireland custodian is adamant no alternative – even an unlikely offer from six-in-a-row champions Chelsea – can entice her home.

Wed, 21 May, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Nigeria - FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 - Group B - Brisbane Stadium
Louise Quinn led Women's football in Ireland from the front, both on and off the pitch
Ireland manager Carla Ward has spoken of her retired veterans assuming mentoring functions around the squad and none better than Quinn.

Tue, 29 Apr, 2025

FAI's Football Pathways Plan - Media Briefing
The rise and fall of Marc Canham during his tenure at the FAI
While many in Irish football predicted his departure, the timing has still come as a surprise.

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Greece - UEFA Women's Nations League B
'They’ve done a lot of defending over the years,' Carla Ward aims to change Irish mentality
Ward succeeded Eileen Gleeson in January and has overseen three wins, with a 4-0 defeat in Slovenia the rare but hurtful blemish.

Tue, 08 Apr, 2025

Denise O'Sullivan 7/4/2025
Ireland’s Nations League fate hinges on final flourish
Ireland need a flawless finish, and maybe some help from elsewhere, if they are to top their Nations League group

Tue, 08 Apr, 2025

Kyra Carusa celebrates scoring her sides second goal 4/4/2025
Four-midable Ireland blow Greece away with second-half surge
Katie McCabe's introduction at half time proved to be decisive. 

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women Training Session
'Ultimately it comes down to us': Amber Barrett makes no excuses for shock Ireland defeat
“As disheartening as these things are," said Barrett about the 4-0 defeat to Slovenia, "they can be a good thing because you either are getting too comfortable in a situation or must raise standards."

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women's Training Session
Carla Ward: 'Colin Healy will be considered if Amber Whiteley takes Liverpool job'
Although she said last month that option wasn’t available to her, Canham this week seemed to contradict that by declaring no restrictions were imposed

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

'A beautiful soul': Tributes paid to Ireland international Amanda Parkes who has died, aged 35
'A beautiful soul': Tributes paid to Ireland international Amanda Parkes who has died, aged 35
"She was a beautiful soul who always put a smile on other people’s face. Incredibly heartbreaking," said Denise O'Sullivan.

Wed, 26 Feb, 2025

Slovenia v Republic of Ireland - UEFA Women's Nations League League B Group B2
Katie McCabe: 'That was completely unacceptable by our standards'
If Friday’s patchy 1-0 win over Turkey marked a fitful start to Carla Ward’s reign as manager, this avalanche in Koper was alarming.

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

Slovenia v Republic of Ireland - UEFA Women's Nations League League B Group B2
Ireland suffer worst defeat in seven years as Slovenia score four
Despite the hosts sitting 14 places behind 25th-ranked Ireland in Fifa’s listings, Slovenia dominated from the third minute.

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

Slovenia v Republic of Ireland - UEFA Women's Nations League League B Group B2
Half time report: Ireland three goals down after nightmare first half against Slovenia
Only twice in their last 43 games stretching back four years have Ireland conceded three.

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

Sejde Abrahamsson with Denise O'Sullivan 21/2/2025
Denise O’Sullivan: FAI didn’t seriously consider players' views with Eileen Gleeson and Colin Healy decisions
It is widely accepted that the FAI leaned heavily on player feedback when discarding Vera Pauw 18 months ago but that wasn’t the case for her successor’s axing.

Mon, 24 Feb, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Turkiye - UEFA Women's Nations League B
Megan Campbell privileged to be central to Carla Ward's Ireland masterplan
Ward has observed with interest Campbell’s switch from left-back to centre-half with the London City Lionesses, convincing the new Ireland boss to replicate it at international level.

Sun, 23 Feb, 2025

Republic of Ireland Women Media Conference and Training Session
FAI treatment of Colin Healy, 'hurt a lot of the players' says Katie McCabe
The Ireland skipper says she didn't contribute to the review of the previous management's time. 

Fri, 21 Feb, 2025

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