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<p>Manager Gerard Nash speaks to the media during a Cork City media conference, at Bishopstown Stadium ahead of the Sports Direct Men's FAI Cup Semi-Final. Photo by Brendan Moran/Sportsfile</p>

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'I know it's a tough time but we need them' - Ger Nash hopeful Cork City fans back team despite protest plans

City are on the brink of relegation to the First Division for the third time in the last five seasons but they also take on St Pats in the FAI Cup semi-final on Friday night.

<p>Cork City's Cathal O'Sullivan at the announcement of EA SPORTS FC's return of the League of Ireland and their club packs. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile.</p>

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'It gives you a boost' - Cork City's Cathal O'Sullivan grateful for John O'Shea's support

<p>Mason Melia of St Patrick's Athletic celebrates after scoring his side's third goal during the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match against Cork City at Richmond Park in Dublin. Pic: Shauna Clinton/Sportsfile</p>

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Teen star Melia shines as rampant Saints crush Cork City

Ethon Varian hoping to put injury woe behind him and get back to enjoying sport

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Ethon Varian hoping to put injury woe behind him and get back to enjoying sport

Cork City v Waterford - Sports Direct Men's FAI Cup Third Round

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'He embodies what we want to be': Josh Fitzpatrick pens new long-term deal with Cork City

Kerry FC v Sligo Rovers - Sports Direct Mens FAI Cup Quarter-Final

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FAI Cup semi-final draw: Kerry to travel to Shamrock Rovers

Ger Nash arrives 22/8/2025

Ger Nash: 'There’s a belief and tightness in the Cork City group now’

Coming off the back of a confidence-boosting victory against Waterford last week, City take the pilgrimage to Ballybofey on Friday where they'll take on First Division side Finn Harps in the FAI Cup quarter-final at 7.45pm

Thu, 11 Sep, 2025

Cork City v Waterford - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Teen star Murray inspires Cork City to crucial win over Waterford

Cork City have cut the gap to Sligo Rovers to seven points.

Fri, 29 Aug, 2025

'This is what you play football for': Cork's Jaze Kabia aiming to fire Grimsby past Man United

'This is what you play football for': Cork's Jaze Kabia aiming to fire Grimsby past Man United

Kabia's Grimsby host Ruben Amorim's United in the second round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

Cork City v Sligo Rovers - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Watch: Roy Keane jokes why he must avoid some Cork City FC staff on next Turner's Cross visit

"I have to go back to Cork City and these two lads, they're going to go.... I have to avoid them!"

Mon, 25 Aug, 2025

Matthew Murray 15/8/2025

Dream debut for Cork City teenager Murray in victory over Waterford

Kaedyn Kamara scored an 80th minute winner for Cork City.

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

Gavin Whyte and Freddie Anderson 8/8/2025

Cork City hold frustrated Derry City to scoreless draw

The Leesiders were good value for the draw, Ger Nash's men producing a superb defensive display which limited Tiernan Lynch's team to only a handful of half chances

Fri, 08 Aug, 2025

Ger Nash after the game 1/8/2025

Ger Nash not thinking about points but hoping for Cork City 'turning point'

It was a much more positive weekend for the Turner's Cross outfit.

Sun, 03 Aug, 2025

Joshua Fitzpatrick celebrates with his teammates and the fans after scoring his side's first goal 1/8/2025

Josh Fitzpatrick's stunner sees Cork City end long winless run

Facing a Galway side suffering their fourth defeat on the spin must be factored into confidence levels, particularly as Sligo Rovers can re-establish the 11-point buffer if they beat Shelbourne on Saturday.

Fri, 01 Aug, 2025

Shelbourne v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Cork City's Cathal O'Sullivan ruled out for several months with ACL injury

“We are all absolutely gutted for Cathal to have suffered this injury," City manager Ger Nash told the club's official website.

Tue, 29 Jul, 2025

John Russell 12/7/2025

'We must wrestle the game from Cork' - Sligo seeking to push City further towards abyss

Another defeat for basement side City would create a 11-point gap to chase Sligo in the playoff spot with just 11 games remaining

Thu, 24 Jul, 2025

Malik Dijksteel and Callum McGregor 8/7/2025

Cork City sign Preston youngster on loan as Malik Dijksteel agrees to join St Mirren in January

“It’s very good to get it done. I’m buzzing to be here, and get started," said the 19-year-old midfielder, who featured as a substitute for Preston in their pre-season fixtures against Liverpool and Getafe recently.

Tue, 22 Jul, 2025

Cork City v Leicester Celtic - Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup Second Round

Lutz nets first Cork City goal as they eventually overcome Leicester Celtic

Leinster Senior League fourth-tier side Leicester Celtic held Cork City scoreless until Charlie Lutz converted a 69th minute penalty.

Sat, 19 Jul, 2025

Anthony Fennelly 12/7/2025

Anthony Fennelly moves to Derry City following Cork City exit

Fennelly’s long association with his hometown club came to an end last month when new City manager Ger Nash decided to freshen up his staff.

Mon, 14 Jul, 2025

Cathal O'Sullivan 4/7/2025

Cathal O'Sullivan says he is 'as clueless as most people' when it comes to rumoured Cork City departure

The 18-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Crystal Palace in recent months having met the FA Cup winners’ hierarchy back in May, but City have yet to receive a formal bid for the attacker, who is also attracting interest from Brentford amongst others

Fri, 11 Jul, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Senegal - International Friendly

Fiacre Kelleher: Caoimhín could have made career as outfielder

Ireland’s No 1 – and the recent €15m purchase by Brentford from Liverpool – famously switched from striker to emergency stopper for Ringmahon Rangers at 14.

Fri, 11 Jul, 2025

Ger Nash dejected at full time 4/7/2025

'We need to go out and win away' - Ger Nash spells out Cork City plight

Five points adrift at the foot of the table with 13 games remaining, the next two are against the teams directly above them

Thu, 10 Jul, 2025

Brendan Rodgers: 'I played Gaelic and hurling – I wasn’t so good at the hurling'

Brendan Rodgers: 'I played Gaelic and hurling – I wasn’t so good at the hurling'

Adam Idah, Liam Scales and Johnny Kenny may see some action in Celtic's friendly against Cork City at Páirc Uí Chaoimh but Brendan Rodgers ruled out Kieran Tierney being involved.

Tue, 08 Jul, 2025

Cork City v Drogheda United - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

'The decision was very quick' - Cork City striker Djenairo Daniels joins Kilmarnock

“I’m very happy to be here. I couldn’t wait until everything was done," Daniels told the club's official website.

Mon, 07 Jul, 2025

Dundee United v Celtic - William Hill Premiership - Tannadice Park

Callum McGregor: 'Adam Idah has the world at his feet with the ability and talent he’s got'

Idah’s homecoming to Leeside will be special, while League of Ireland exports Liam Scales and Johnny Kenny also form part of the Scottish champions’ squad for their friendly against Cork City at Páirc Uí Chaoimh next Tuesday.

Wed, 02 Jul, 2025

Watch: Roy Keane stars in new ad promoting the League of Ireland

Watch: Roy Keane stars in new ad promoting the League of Ireland

Keane features in the advertisement promoting the League of Ireland - "A League Of Our Own' - and Rockshore, the official beer of the LOI.

Tue, 01 Jul, 2025

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S Brendan Rodgers interview: 'I always promise a player three things'

Brendan Rodgers will bring his double-winning Celtic squad to Cork next week as part of a pre-season that will define their campaign. History has informed the Antrim man of that, and many other coaching truisms. He spoke to Kieran Shannon

Tue, 01 Jul, 2025

Celtic to donate €10,000 to local charity ahead Cork Super Cup clash in the Páirc

Celtic to donate €10,000 to local charity ahead Cork Super Cup clash in the Páirc

The Scottish club will make the donation to Feed Cork, which helps to fight food poverty in the county

Mon, 30 Jun, 2025

Cork City v Sligo Rovers - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Cork City ready to meet Troost’s €75,000 price tag but goalkeeper leaning towards exit

Tein Troost is understood to be exploring other options for when the transfer window opens next Tuesday, July 1.

Fri, 27 Jun, 2025

Rory Feely 27/7/2021

Cork City sign defender Rory Feely from Crawley Town

The 28-year-old has made over 150 appearances in the League of Ireland with St Pats, Waterford and Bohemians.

Mon, 23 Jun, 2025

Shamrock Rovers v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Runaway leaders Shamrock Rovers inflict more damage on Cork City

The manner of this meek surrender, a week after Bohemians schooled them at home, will cause alarm on Leeside.

Fri, 20 Jun, 2025

Galway United v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Ger Nash: The task is huge and we know we’re in a relegation fight

Seven winless matches, coupled with Sligo Rovers beating Waterford on Saturday has plunged the Rebels to bottom of the table. Next up is a trip to leaders Shamrock Rovers on Friday.

Sun, 15 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland U21 v Qatar U23 - International Friendly

Cathal O'Sullivan comes closest on first start but Ireland U21s held by Qatar U23s

The Republic are back in international action in September when they begin their qualification campaign for the European Championship.

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025

Cork City v Shelbourne - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

S John Fallon: League of Ireland mid-season report card

Cathal O'Sullivan's mercurial form has been a rare bright spot for Cork City but darkness beckons when he departs to the UK.

Wed, 04 Jun, 2025

Cork City v Shelbourne - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

'I think we'll be fine' says Cork City's Seani Maguire before jetting off for mid-season break

Maguire was also keen to praise fellow attackers Cathal O’Sullivan and striker partner Djenairo Daniels, both of whom have been linked with moves away from the club.

Mon, 02 Jun, 2025

Scotland v Republic of Ireland - UEFA U17 European Championships Round 1 Qualifier

Colin O'Brien already sees Jaden Umeh improvements since Benfica move

Umeh played a major part in the Ireland U17s qualifying for the World Cup. He is part of the Ireland squad for next week’s friendlies against Norway, Türkiye and Croatia.

Wed, 28 May, 2025

Galway United v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

‘Naive defending cost us’: Cork City boss identifies problem area

Cork City lost their fourth consecutive game on Friday night, a 2-1 defeat to Galway United.

Sat, 24 May, 2025

Galway United v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Galway deepen Cork City's relegation worries with late winner

Another relegation playoff is looking likely for Cork City barring a major upturn in the second half of the season.

Fri, 23 May, 2025

Cathal O'Sullivan and Al Amin Kazeem 16/5/2025

'Cathal excites me' - Ireland U21 boss looking forward to linking up with O'Sullivan

“I dealt with Ger when he worked at Aston Villa and he’s an astute football man who will help Cork City,” added Jim Crawford.

Wed, 21 May, 2025

St Patrick's Athletic v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

'We're down the line' but no Cork City assistant manager appointed yet says Gerard Nash

Nash also confirmed that City are looking to retain striker Djenairo Daniels beyond his current deal which expires in July.

Wed, 21 May, 2025

Cork City v Waterford - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Cathal O'Sullivan receives first call-up to Republic of Ireland U21 squad

Overall there are 16 players currently playing or having come through the LOI or EA SPORTS LOI Academy included.

Wed, 21 May, 2025

Gerard Nash ahead of the game 16/5/2025

Cork City's performance in St Pats loss gives Gerard Nash 'hope and confidence'

Nash was in the stands as his side suffered heartbreak when Jamie Lennon smashed home a 96th minute winner in Inchicore.

Sat, 17 May, 2025

Aston Villa U18 v Brentford U18: FA Youth Cup

Rookie Ger Nash will need to hit the ground running to save Cork City

The Kildare native was confirmed as the new boss at Turner's Cross on Thursday.

Thu, 15 May, 2025

Cork City v Shamrock Rovers - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Liam Kearney: It is important City's new manager is based in Cork

Tim Clancy resigned from his role as City boss recently, citing the difficulty of living in Dublin with his family and commuting to Leesider as one of the main reasons behind his decision.

Wed, 14 May, 2025

EA SPORTS National Underage Leagues Launch

Liam Kearney and Greg Yelverton to take charge of Cork City for St Pats trip

"Work on recruiting a new permanent City manager is the club’s top priority, and this process is well underway," the club posted on Wednesday.

Wed, 14 May, 2025

John Fallon: Billionaires' LOI playground a tough code for Cork City to crack

S John Fallon: Billionaires' LOI playground a tough code for Cork City to crack

Ozhianvuna and O'Sullivan nearing English Premier League deals and Henderson latest to seek justice in employment dispute.

Wed, 14 May, 2025

Tim Clancy 5/5/2025

Tim Clancy: 'I was just exhausted. There was no point in me continuing on'

Tim Clancy said not having a permanent assistant manager since Jamie Hamill departed in March was a major factor in his decision to step down as Cork City boss.

Tue, 13 May, 2025

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Cork City boss Clancy steps down

"The decision to leave is mine and mine alone," said the departing Cork City FC manager.

Fri, 09 May, 2025

Drogheda United v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Brennan breaks Cork City hearts with injury time winner for Drogs

Drogheda United moved back to the summit of the Premier Division with a late victory over Cork City.

Mon, 05 May, 2025

Cork City v Waterford - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Tim Clancy and Cork City aiming for another win to edge away from relegation spots

"If you put a run of two or three wins together the league table changes completely,” said Clancy, who also discussed the impact of recent signing Djenairo Daniels.

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025