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FAI governance report recommends radical reform following Delaney controversy

Radical changes in the make-up of the FAI board and council are imminent after the governance review committee today published their report at Abbotstown.

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John Earley resigns from FAI board with immediate effect

John Earley, chairman of the Schoolboys Football Association of Ireland (SFAI), has resigned from the board of the FAI.

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FAI 'shocked' by SIPTU warning

The Board of the FAI has said it is “shocked and disappointed” by SIPTU's claim that there is a threat the Association could become insolvent in a matter of weeks.

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Fifa seek ‘clarification’ from FAI over breaches

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Now that the dust has settled the clear up can begin

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Delaney ‘stepping aside’ not enough as TDs want ‘clean sweep’ of FAI board

Delaney offers to step aside from FAI

As spring turns to summer, it’s timely for John Delaney to offer to take on a spell of gardening leave, as his future in Irish football is now up in the air.

Tue, 16 Apr, 2019

Will Delexit truly mean Delexit for the executive VP?

John Delaney Going, going, gone. But, hold on, not entirely gone. Not yet. Not officially and not definitively.

Tue, 16 Apr, 2019

Delaney offers to step down from role pending FAI investigation

John Delaney has offered to voluntarily step down from his role as Executive Vice-President with immediate effect pending the completion of an independent investigation by the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) into issues of concern to the Board.

Mon, 15 Apr, 2019

FAI to confirm top brass exits

The embattled Football Association of Ireland will today attempt to start mending fences with the Government by confirming a glut of exits, including John Delaney’s.

Mon, 15 Apr, 2019

FAI vows to do whatever it takes to get State funding back

The Football Association of Ireland has said it will make whatever changes to its board demanded in order to have its State funding reinstated.

Thu, 11 Apr, 2019

After early skirmishes, FAI delegation come under second-half pressure

At an early stage in a long day’s journey into evening, FAI president Donal Conway had been listing some of the positive things being done under the association’s leadership, among which he included the promotion of ‘glow football’ which, played under ultra violet light, he told the Oireachtas Committee, allows for the game to be played “in the dark”.

Thu, 11 Apr, 2019

FAI President confirms decision on John Delaney's new role was made after media queries on €100k loan

A delegation from the FAI, including former chief executive John Delaney, is appearing before the Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport today.

Wed, 10 Apr, 2019

FAI admits breaking State funding rules in relation to €100K Delaney loan

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has admitted to breaking the rules for getting State funding by not notifying Sport Ireland of the €100,000 loan from its former CEO John Delaney.

Mon, 08 Apr, 2019

Martin O’Neill and Roy Keane near Ireland exit as Stoke edge closer to deal

The Football Association of Ireland could be about to lose Martin O’Neill from their grasp after the Ireland manager last night held what was understood to be a productive meeting with Stoke City about their managerial vacancy.

Thu, 11 Jan, 2018

Euro failure could cost FAI €12m

Uefa have confirmed a 50% increase in prize money for next year’s European Championships — meaning Ireland’s qualification struggles could see the FAI miss out on at least €12 million.

Wed, 01 Jul, 2015

Schools chief voted on to FAI board

Schoolboy football will have a voice at the FAI top table for the first time since 2007, after Schoolboys FAI (SFAI) chairman Tim Fitzgerald was voted onto the association’s 10-man board.

Fri, 29 Aug, 2014

10 entrusted to find Trap’s successor

President: Paddy McCaul

Tue, 24 Sep, 2013

FAI puts brave face on glum figures

DESPITE showing a massive loss for 2008, the FAI continues to insist there are better times ahead for Irish football.

Mon, 06 Jul, 2009

FAI play waiting game on World Cup play-off venue plans

THE Republic of Ireland could be forced to finish their World Cup qualifying campaign in Britain in the event of Brian Kerr’s team finishing second in Group 4 and having to take part in a two-leg play-off game.

Mon, 04 Jul, 2005

Blood elected FAI president

David Blood has been elected President of the Football Association of Ireland at a special council meeting following the organisation's AGM yesterday.

Sun, 03 Jul, 2005

McCaul elected chairman of eircom League

At today's eircom League AGM, Paddy McCaul was elected chairman of the eircom League.

Sat, 19 Feb, 2005

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