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<p>ONLY A NUMBER: Seamus Coleman will be 39 during Euro 2028. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile</p>

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Hallgrímsson insists Coleman shouldn't let age stand in way of featuring at Euro 2028

Asked if Coleman, who also skippers Everton, can stick around for the finals at the age of 39, Hallgrímsson said: 'Just because of a number, it shouldn’t be a reason why he should stop'

<p>Ireland's Manager Heimir Hallgrímsson has said his players have moved on from Thursday's disappointment. Pic: Ryan Byrne/Inpho</p>

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'It’s like a car crash, best to drive again': Hallgrímsson retains squad for dead rubber

<p>Czechia goalkeeper Matěj Kovář saves the penalty of Finn Azaz of Republic of Ireland in the penalty shootout during the FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers play-off semi-final match between Czechia and Republic of Ireland at Fortuna Arena in Prague, Czechia. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile</p>

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Czechia v Ireland: World Cup road ends in despair after penalty shootout defeat

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

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Golden times for Irish sport – and the Irish abroad show the best version of ourselves

Slovakia v Republic of Ireland - UEFA EURO2020 Qualifying Play-Off Semi-Final

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Ireland's playoff record worse than England's shootout woes

Republic of Ireland Men's Media Conference and Training Session

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Three selection posers for Heimir as Czechs fear Parrott

Harvey Vale 23/3/2026

Glenn Whelan: 'Vale will bring something different that Ireland don't have'

The 91-time capped former midfielder believes the ex-Chelsea starlet can be Ireland’s secret weapon against Czechia in Prague tomorrow and won’t be fazed by the magnitude of the occasion

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

Heimir Hallgrímsson 19/3/2026

'Other things are more important': Hallgrímsson says Ireland won't practice penalties

All the Icelander will require when the squad holds their first training session on Monday is honesty

Sun, 22 Mar, 2026

Republic of Ireland v Portugal - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Hallgrímsson: 'Séamus Coleman proved me wrong over international career revival'

Coleman’s inactivity at Everton convinced the Ireland manager to drop his captain for the start of the campaign but the 37-year-old started all four qualifiers upon his recall, culminating in November’s late victory over Hungary

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

Heimir Hallgrimsson Signs New Contract as Republic of Ireland Head Coach

S Comment: Hallgrimsson's greatest strength is ability to greet disaster and elation with same passive front

Setting the tone in Prague will be an Icelandic gaffer whose demeanour could hardly be more different to the cliched depictions of Irish sides that traded for so long on emotion

Thu, 19 Mar, 2026

Dundalk v Drogheda United - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Drogheda United owners instruct 'heartbroken' director Joanna Byrne to step down

Trivela denied the move is down to 'Ms Byrne’s political views or beliefs'

Wed, 18 Mar, 2026

Queens Park Rangers v Blackburn Rovers - Sky Bet Championship - MATRADE Loftus Road Stadium

Former England U19 captain Harvey Vale makes himself available to Ireland

The QPR man is comfortable on either flank or through the middle.

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

FAI 2026-2029 Strategy Launch

With less staff and better structures, FAI sees a smarter future

“I believe fundamentally that our structure is better to deliver this strategy than we would have been six months ago,” said chief executive David Courell.

Tue, 10 Mar, 2026

Denise O'Sullivan dejected after the match 3/3/2026

Tide against O'Sullivan to make Ireland's World Cup test in Netherlands

Evidence of the Corkwoman’s nagging knee injury was evident during his first six matches at Liverpool by the sight of heavy strapping

Thu, 05 Mar, 2026

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Czechia marksman Schick emerges as injury doubt for World Cup playoff with Ireand

The 30-year-old, who has scored 24 goals in 50 internationals, was ruled out of Bayer Leverkusen’s Bundesliga win over Hamburg on Wednesday.

Thu, 05 Mar, 2026

Republic of Ireland v France - FIFA Women's World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group A2 - Tallaght Stadium

Katie McCabe: 'We need to see out games better - that is lesson from France game'

McCabe’s 32nd international goal opened the scoring at Tallaght but her frustration at allowing the game slip from their grasp was apparent

Thu, 05 Mar, 2026

2025 Annual General Meeting of the Football Association of Ireland

Colin Sheridan: The FAI made a choice when agreeing to host Israel — cowardice

The FAI hid behind the excuse of having no choice when they decided to fulfil its fixture against Israel later this year in Dublin

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

Dundalk v Drogheda United - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division

Drogheda hit with €15,000 fine and away fan ban over Oriel Park incident

Supporters barred from four away games and Oriel Park after pyrotechnics incident injured a child

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Heimir Hallgrímsson 14/10/2025

RTÉ says it is 'legally obliged' to broadcast Ireland-Israel match

RTÉ has said it will broadcast the soccer match between the Republic of Ireland and Israel if it goes ahead later this year.

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

2025 Annual General Meeting of the Football Association of Ireland

David Courell: Ireland facing Israel a decision for the board and the executive

Ireland were recently grouped with Israel in the Nations League just four months after the General Assembly voted by a 93% majority to seek suspension of the country’s national and club teams from Uefa competitions.

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

A general view of the Aviva Stadium 26/3/2019

Confirmed: Ireland v Israel Nations League match to be played in Dublin

FAI set to confirm Aviva Stadium venue as ministers reject boycott calls and back match proceeding

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

Team Ireland - Milano Cortina 2026 Homecoming and Olympic Exhibition at the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport

S Kieran Shannon: If Patrick O’Donovan wants people to be quiet, the government must make some noise

O’Donovan’s statement is also a bit of a rebuke to those that came before them and in whose steps they are trying to follow, highlighting certain political situations and boycotting certain sporting events

Tue, 24 Feb, 2026

Leinster v Edinburgh - United Rugby Championship

FAI and DHL Express Ireland agree contract for further four years

DHL have been a key partner of the FAI since the mid-1990s and will continue to deliver for Men’s and Women’s Senior Teams, as well as all international squads

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

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

Ireland's home game against Israel likely to be moved abroad

It’s understood informal talks have taken place between the FAI and An Garda Síochána since the countries were paired in group B3 alongside Austria and Kosovo at Thursday’s draw in Brussels.

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Brian Kerr in attendance 8/2/2026

Watch: 'They should stand up for Palestine' - Brian Kerr calls on FAI to boycott Israel fixture

Speaking on Virgin Media, Kerr insisted that Ireland should not take part in the Uefa Nations League games with Israel..

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

Gasperini's barbs could 'anger' Evan Ferguson, says Heimir Hallgrímsson

The Italian has adopted a tough love approach to his loan player since he arrived from Brighton, publicly questioning his attitude and physical condition.

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Republic of Ireland v Scotland - UEFA Nations League - Group 1 - Aviva Stadium

Ireland match against Israel should go ahead, says Taoiseach

Micheál Martin said he believed the FAI had taken the correct decision to fulfil the fixture

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Republic of Ireland File Photo

S Handling home fixture with Israel will be FAI's next port of call

Not only will the build-up be overshadowed by moral outrage during every interview with players and staff but the prospect of protests elevates the case to a national security matter

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Heimir Hallgrímsson 20/11/2025

Hallgrímsson will 'respect' Irish players' decision not to face Israel after Nations League draw

Fears that his side could end up in the same Uefa Nations League pool were realised on Thursday night at the Nations League draw

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Gareth Bale with representatives from the host countries, including Ade Solanke 10/10/2023

S John Fallon: Irish clubs targeted by multi-club hawkers but not as much as their players

Ade Solanke’s transfer last week is an indicator of the post-Brexit landscape English outfits are navigating to source the finest Irish talent.

Wed, 21 Jan, 2026

Paul Cooke FAI President 8/11/2025

Global Ireland Football Foundation announces Founding Board and Director Appointments

GIFF is an independent organisation that will engage with private individuals and corporate partners in Ireland and around the world to attract new investment into grassroots football in Ireland.

Fri, 16 Jan, 2026

Republic of Ireland Return From FIFA U17 World Cup

Colin O’Brien to leave role as Ireland Under-17 head coach as FAI continue staff cuts

The development comes just a matter of weeks after O’Brien guided Ireland to the last-16 of the U17 World Cup.

Tue, 09 Dec, 2025

UEFA EURO 2028 launch

Portugal preview: There's always the Euros on the horizon as realities of November winter bite

It’s just as well we’ll be talking up another tournament immediately.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

FC Barcelona v FC Rosengard: Group A - UEFA Women's Champions League 2023/24

FAI passes motion to seek immediate suspension of Israel by Uefa

In response to the FAI vote, US senator Lindsey Graham said the Irish economy would “pay a heavy price” for attempting to marginalise Israel from sport

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

A view of Training 23/10/2025

FAI staff instructed to reapply for jobs as cuts bite

While the association indicated a reduction in headcount of 45 to the Government in recent correspondence, a Townhall meeting held on Thursday delivered worse news

Thu, 30 Oct, 2025

Shamrock Rovers Media Conference and Training Session

'It’s quite positive on Victor': Colin O'Brien confident of wonderkid's World Cup availability

11 European countries, including Ireland, will compete at the 48-team U17 World Cup. Ireland have achieved what neither Spain nor the Netherlands have managed.

Tue, 21 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 v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

FAI reports reduced surplus for 2024 - but still owe €42m

In accounts up to last December, which were finally circulated to delegates ahead of the annual general meeting on November 8, a slight reduction in turnover of €61.6m is reported

Fri, 17 Oct, 2025

World Cup qualifier podcast special: all on the line against Armenia

World Cup qualifier podcast special: all on the line against Armenia

Brendan O'Brien and John Fallon reflect on the narrow defeat in Lisbon and look ahead to the visit of Armenia on Tuesday evening.

Listen | Mon, 13 Oct, 2025

Heimir Hallgrímsson 10/10/2025

S Dion Fanning: Hallgrimsson might be in his final days as Ireland manager, but is there a world where this doesn’t matter?

From ‘Team 33’ to taxpayer seed capital, Irish football’s fortunes have long mirrored the nation’s boom-and-bust cycles

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

FAI perform U-turn on term limits after Sport Ireland backlash

Under the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding, governance changes must be approved by the State’s agency.

Wed, 08 Oct, 2025

Shane Long celebrates scoring their first goal 8/10/2015

S John Fallon: Government funding allows Ireland to dream of regular finals qualification

It will take years for that status to materialise but at long last, the Government are devoting funds to producing home-grown talent.

Wed, 08 Oct, 2025

Sport Ireland Core Grant Investment 2025 Announcement

Minister warns FAI funding could be 'crushed' if it refuses to engage with Oireachtas committee

Minister of state Charlie McConalogue said the allocation of €3m in the Budget for League of Ireland academies is a "big vote of confidence" by the government in the future of Irish football.

Tue, 07 Oct, 2025

Armenia v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Evan Ferguson expected to be fit for Portugal clash

Doubts surfaced about Ferguson's availability when AS Roma reported an ankle injury kept him out of Sunday’s win over Fiorentina.

Mon, 06 Oct, 2025

Conor Malley and Matt Healy 1/10/2025

S John Fallon: A look ahead to the busiest month of the Irish football calendar

On top of the routine run-ins and finals, there’s the increasingly regular annual league phase involvement in the Conference League.

Thu, 02 Oct, 2025

Team of Israel seen during The European World Cup Qualifiers

FAI to vote on suspending Israel from Uefa competitions

The proposal stems from Bohemians getting the required 10% of signatories to seek an EGM, with the single-item agenda of “empowering the FAI to compel Uefa to suspend the Israeli Football Association for a clear breach of Uefa statutes.”

Wed, 01 Oct, 2025

David Courell parks the bus as Oireachtas committee shine spotlight on FAI

David Courell parks the bus as Oireachtas committee shine spotlight on FAI

Adopting a position of saying nothing invited flak and the artillery was flying.

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Kevin Flatley death

Oireachtas chairman Alan Kelly questions future state funding to FAI

League of Ireland clubs are awaiting word in the October 7 Budget of vital grants for academy investment

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Oireachtas committee slams FAI over handling of historical abuse complaints

Oireachtas committee slams FAI over handling of historical abuse complaints

FAI executives face sharp criticism from TDs and senators after revelations they failed to share key abuse concerns in 2023

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

FAI headquarters

FAI will, after all, appear before Oireachtas sports committee

Minister for Sports Patrick O’Donovan led the government outcry on Tuesday, emphasising that non-attendance by a body in receipt of significant taxpayers’ funds was not an option.

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025