LA Galaxy frontman Robbie Keane and Stoke counterpart Jonathan Walters have both undergone knee surgery since leaving the camp prematurely.

Rob Elliot flew back to the north-east on Wednesday morning bracing himself for a definite verdict on his knee injury.

Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill has insisted injuries are part of football after losing four strikers in a matter of days.

Umbro Ireland have just tweeted to give us our first glimpse of the Republic of Ireland jersey for this summer’s European Championship.

Republic of Ireland international McGeady, 29, has made just one appearance for Everton this term and is keen for regular first-team football ahead of Euro 2016.

Ireland captain Robbie Keane summed up the feelings of most Republic of Ireland fans about the retirement of Damien Duff.

With qualification for Euro 2016 in the bag, the Republic of Ireland assistant manager was in positive form when he met the media today.

Double goal-scorer Jon Walters said it was very satisfying to qualify for next year’s European Championships and prove some naysayers wrong.

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The FAI has indicated it would like him and his staff, which includes assistant Roy Keane, to stay on.

“It’s ironic that they all seem to get ruled out for 10-14 days."

“We want to go and first of all win on Friday and play well secondly, and then go into Italy full of confidence."

Roy, consider yourself owned.

Darron Gibson was today called into the Republic of Ireland squad for the UEFA 2016 European Championship qualifying matches against Germany and Poland.

“The club believes Lee deserves the opportunity to step up and help shape Brentford FC’s future on the pitch.”

Ciaran Clark has signed a new five-year contract with Aston Villa, the Premier League club have announced.

Ireland would be seeded in the Euro 2016 play-offs if we manage to finish in third spot following an announcement by Uefa today.

Ireland is enjoying a nostalgia fest today - remembering the incredible day 25 years ago when Ireland beat Romania on penalties to earn a place in the quarter-finals of the 1990 World Cup.

Republic of Ireland winger James McClean has become West Brom's first signing of the summer.

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“I played with Shay Given for Ireland for 3 ½ years. He never once questioned my Irishness then, so I am surprised he’s done so now.”

“It is with a heavy heart that I announce my retirement from professional football at the end of the 2014-15 season.”

“We should be patient and hope he signs for Ireland.”

Aston Villa have confirmed that Ireland’s Ciaran Clark will be out for the remainder of the season.