#League of Ireland

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Aaron Greene celebrates scoring his side’s third goal 23/10/2026
Shamrock Rovers secure sixth League of Ireland Premier Division title in seven years
Stephen Bradley's side retained their crown as they thrashed Sligo Rovers in Tallaght while Bohemians were beaten by Shelbourne

Fri, 23 Oct, 2026

Republic of Ireland v Azerbaijan - FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifier
Tommy Martin: James McClean and the dangers of really going 'all in'
Alas, for McClean the smooth narrative Ovaltine of the rugby genre was never going to be the way. Not when you have lived a life like his.

Fri, 23 Oct, 2026

Stephen Bradley 22/10/2026
Rovers hoping Bohs slip-up can hand them sixth Premier Division crown in seven years
Neutrals will hope the destiny of the mantle extends until the final day, as he did two years in a spectacular climax for Damien Duff’s Shelbourne, but his remaining Reds could have a role in this year’s version.

Thu, 22 Oct, 2026

James McClean is applauded off the pitch by team mates after the game 21/11/2023
S John Fallon: James McClean's The Walls lays bare anger, anguish, and Stephen Kenny fallout
McClean's autobiography The Walls is being released on Friday

Wed, 21 Oct, 2026

James McClean pictured leaving training 11/8/2026
'These views do not reflect our core values': Derry City respond to James McClean's therapy comments
The former Republic of Ireland international said he had never tried therapy because "as a man I would see that as a weakness" in an interview with the Sunday Independent

Mon, 19 Oct, 2026

Kerry v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division
Kerry hold First Division champions Cork City to secure historic playoff spot
Colin Healy’s side will face Bray Wanderers in the playoff semi-finals, with Kerry hosting the first leg at Mounthawk Park next Saturday evening.

Fri, 16 Oct, 2026

Ryan Burke celebrates scoring his side’s second goal with teammates 16/10/2026
Bohemians overcome Waterford to keep title hopes alive
Sam Todd and Ryan Burke goals either side of a Padraig Amond equaliser - with Tommy Lonergan missing a crucial penalty at 1-1 - earned their side a crucial win.

Fri, 16 Oct, 2026

John McGovern celebrates after scoring his sides third goal of the game 8/10/2026
McGovern at the double again as Shamrock Rovers ease back to top of table
The Down striker had also hit a brace when Rovers beat Drogheda 4-1 at Tallaght Stadium back in May as they stretched their unbeaten run against the Louth side here to 15 games

Thu, 08 Oct, 2026

Waterford v Bohemians - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division
Waterford face 'huge task' in hungry Bohs to reach fairytale first FAI Cup final in 22 years
'The players now have an opportunity to give back and put smiles on peoples’ faces, the fans, their families,' said Waterford manager Graham Coughlan

Thu, 08 Oct, 2026

Budget 2027: The main takeaways
Budget 2027: The main takeaways
Tax, housing, childcare, health, welfare and transport all feature in the Government's latest budget package. Here's a quick guide to the main announcements

Tue, 06 Oct, 2026

Derry City v Galway United - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division
'This statement was made without prior notice to the club': Derry City respond to James McClean's comments
Derry acknowledged McClean’s comments but insist their focus is on the “biggest match” of their season in just four days’ time against Galway United in the FAI Cup semi-final.

Tue, 06 Oct, 2026

Derry City v Drogheda United - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division
'One of the most difficult periods of my life' but James McClean ready for return after Derry City dispute
The PFA Ireland, who confirmed they disputed Derry’s reasons for attempting to terminate McClean’s contract, have released a statement on Tuesday aiming to end the turmoil between the player and the club.

Tue, 06 Oct, 2026

'Thank you, League of Ireland': Greg Bolger announces retirement
'Thank you, League of Ireland': Greg Bolger announces retirement
The 38-year-old midfielder will call time on his almost 20-year playing career in the League of Ireland when his current club Cork City collect the First Division title against Finn Harps at Turner’s Cross on Friday night.

Sun, 04 Oct, 2026

Limerick FC v Cork City - SSE Airtricity League Premier Division
Treaty United and Limerick FC resolve naming right dispute
In a joint statement released on Friday afternoon, the clubs involved confirmed that the dispute has been resolved following positive talks.

Fri, 02 Oct, 2026

Galway United v Shelbourne - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division
Odubeko cancels out Keohane penalty as Galway and Shels draw again
It was a fourth 1-1 draw of the season between Galway and Shelbourne

Fri, 25 Sep, 2026

Cobh Ramblers v Wexford - SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division
Cobh Ramblers come from two goals down to draw with Athlone in First Division thriller
The Ramblers went up a level as they searched for an equaliser. It came in the 77th minute from a Brian Lenihan cross that was turned in by Callum Honohan

Fri, 25 Sep, 2026

Treaty United v Cobh Ramblers - SSE Airtricity Men's First Division Play-Off Semi-Final First Leg
Tensions as Treaty United's ownership of Limerick FC name disputed
Fans have been left puzzled at the opposing statements from both clubs.

Tue, 22 Sep, 2026

Cork City v Wexford - SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division
US consortium remains keen on Cork City despite takeover rebuff
Shane Lohman, who is fronting the Monarch Sports Partners group interested in buying the club said, 'Cork City has the most untapped potential in the LOI'

Mon, 21 Sep, 2026

Bohemians v Drogheda United - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division
Devoy smashes home late winner against Drogs to keep Bohs title hopes alive
Deflation was replaced by desperation as Bohs saw their title hopes slip away, and having seen Douglas James-Taylor spurn a glorious one-on-one, Devoy stepped up to the plate and powered home to keep his side three points off the top

Fri, 18 Sep, 2026

Treaty United v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division
Champions Cork City hit UCD for five as Student's First Division playoff hopes take hit
Cork City walked away with this one at Turner’s Cross on Friday evening, their early goal glut paving the way for the dominant victory

Fri, 18 Sep, 2026

Dundalk v St Patrick's Athletic - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division
Aidan Keena brace sends Pat's top after Dundalk rout
St Patrick's Athletic lead Shamrock Rovers on goal difference at the top of the Premier Division

Mon, 14 Sep, 2026

Michael Noonan and Conor Barr 30/8/2026
Shamrock Rovers star Michael Noonan agrees January move to Nottingham Forest
Noonan will move as a free agent but both Shamrock Rovers and St Patrick's Athletic will be entitled to compensation

Mon, 14 Sep, 2026

Galway United v Bray Wanderers - Club Orange Men’s FAI Cup Third Round
Sammy strikes early to dent Kerry's play-off hopes
Kerry had been on a 12-game unbeaten run at home

Fri, 11 Sep, 2026

Bray Wanderers v Cork City - SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division
'We need to go up as a whole city': Cork City boss Robson pleads for fan unity
The Rebel Army are back in the top-flight at the first time of asking but challenges exist to snap the yo-yo cycle of promotion and relegation the club has endured since 2022

Sat, 05 Sep, 2026

2026 FAI National League Season Launch
'That is non-negotiable': Killarney Celtic target positive start to FAI National league against UCC
Now it’s the turn of the sole representatives of the Kingdom and the Rebels to embark on their new journey in this 15-club third tier of Irish football as Killarney Celtic host UCC Soccer at Celtic Park on Saturday (kick-off is at 2pm).

Fri, 04 Sep, 2026

Liverpool v Brentford - Premier League - Anfield
Drogheda United to take on Mohamed Salah's Trabzonspor in friendly
Drogheda confirmed that the club will travel to Türkiye to face Trabzonspor at Papara Park on Thursday, 1 October, marking the first time the club has played in Türkiye.

Wed, 02 Sep, 2026

Stephen Bradley applauds supporters after the match 27/8/2026
Tommy Martin: Rovers' Euro exit bad news but there's better ways to measure health of league
It’s in the thousands of tiny actions being taken to improve things incrementally at all levels of the game that are most important.

Fri, 28 Aug, 2026

Bohemians v Derry City - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division
Serie A side Como set to sign teenage Bohemians striker Josh Harpur
An initial fee in the region of €250,000 has been agreed.

Fri, 28 Aug, 2026

Stephen Bradley applauds the fans after the game 20/8/2026
Stephen Bradley: 'We don’t pin things like quotes on walls of the dressing-room for motivation'
The Rovers manager is aware of ‘noise’ circling his camp on the back of three winless games.

Thu, 27 Aug, 2026

Ireland v Israel European cup match
League of Ireland club accused of expelling more supporters due to 'Stop the Games' banners
Treaty United asked supporters to leave Market Fields during their Munster derby against Cork City on Friday night

Mon, 24 Aug, 2026

Cobh Ramblers v Wexford - SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division
Three first half goals ease Cobh Ramblers to victory at Finn Harps
Cobh move up to fourth spot while for Harps it was ultimately a sixth league defeat on the trot.

Fri, 21 Aug, 2026

Sligo Rovers v Kerry FC - Club Orange Men’s FAI Cup Third Round
Niall Brookwell's leveller against UCD continues Kerry's unbeaten home run
Kerry were without suspended striker Cian Murphy and injured winger Daniel Okwute and could have won this but captain Seanie McGrath failed to finish two clear cut goal chances.

Fri, 21 Aug, 2026

Graham Coughlan applauds the fans at the end of the game 2/8/2026
Waterford pick up another useful point as Sligo home drought continues
Sligo are without a home win since May

Fri, 21 Aug, 2026

Dundalk v Galway United - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division
John Caulfield's Galway United spoil Dundalk's centenary party at Oriel Park
Goals in either half from Ed McCarthy and Kris Twardek secured a huge victory for the Tribesmen.

Fri, 21 Aug, 2026

Anthony Olusanya scores a goal 21/8/2026
St Pat's keep pressure on Shamrock Rovers with victory over Drogs
Goals for Anthony Olusanya and Barry Baggley earned Pat's the win

Fri, 21 Aug, 2026

Shamrock Rovers v Dundalk - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division
Shamrock Rovers given 'significant fine' following incident with fan against Dundalk
Rovers have also been handed a suspended one-match closure of their south stand following the incident at Tallaght Stadium recently.

Tue, 18 Aug, 2026

Shamrock Rovers v Dundalk - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division
'I'm loving every minute of it': Fitzgerald thrilled as Shamrock Rovers on brink of Euro group stages again
Once they don’t squander a two-goal lead away to KF Egnatia on Thursday evening, the Hoops will secure European group stage participation for a third year in a row.

Thu, 13 Aug, 2026

Brian Gartland is awarded a red card after tempers flare between both sides 9/8/2026
Four red cards shown as St Pats edge fiery Dublin Derby with Shelbourne
The win consolidates St Patrick’s second place in the table, though they remain seven points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers.

Sun, 09 Aug, 2026

Waterford v Bohemians - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division
Amond double helps Waterford beat Bohs and ease relegation troubles
Waterford raced in a 3-0 first half lead thanks to Tommy Lonergan and a Padraig Amond brace. 

Sun, 09 Aug, 2026

Jonathan Afolabi celebrates scoring his side’s third goal 7/8/2026
Afolabi opens Shamrock Rovers account with winner in five-goal thriller against Dundalk
Rovers have stretched their lead at the top of the Premier Division to 10 points

Fri, 07 Aug, 2026

Galway United v Drogheda United - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division
David Hurley misses late penalty as Drogheda United hang on to draw with Galway United
Elsewhere Derry City recorded a 2-0 victory under interim manager Mark Connolly, who stepped in for Tiernan Lynch following his departure on Wednesday

Fri, 07 Aug, 2026

Cork City v Kerry - SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division
Late Cork blitz breaks Kerry hearts
Three late goals saw Cork City come from behind to beat Kerry FC and preserve their 20-point lead at the top of the First Division

Fri, 07 Aug, 2026

Bohemians v Midtjylland - UEFA Conference League Third Qualifying Round 1st Leg
Bohemians face monumental task in Denmark after conceding late goal to Midtjylland
Gypsies created three decent chances and had a penalty chalked off by VAR but still lost 2-0 in Dublin

Thu, 06 Aug, 2026

Sean Moore dejected after conceding a goal 6/8/2026
Gritty Shels battle hard in Amsterdam against European superpower Ajax
Daniel Kelly grabbed a deserved goal in the Europa Conference League third round qualifier but overall the Dublin side were outclassed

Thu, 06 Aug, 2026

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