#Republic of Ireland MNT

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Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Talking points: HallgrĂ­msson's future more certain and Parrott likely to be in demand
Troy Parrott was linked with a move to newly-promoted Leeds United in the summer but there’s serious interest from Bundesliga powerhouses. That will surely have increased after his heroics in Budapest.

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Crestfallen Hungary boss Marco Rossi feeling robbed by Ireland's 'master of stolen goals'
'We were prepared for Troy Parrott, who scored a hat-trick, and we knew his skills. We couldn't hold him back today, even though he didn't have many opportunities outside of his goals'

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

England v Serbia - 2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualifying - Wembley Stadium
Roy Keane: 'For Ireland to get back into the mix and have a chance, amazing'
Speaking to ITV ahead of England’s qualifier against Albania, Keane shared his thoughts on the Boys in Green’s victory in Budapest

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Hallgrimsson's Ireland rise from early turmoil to play-off berth
Back-to-back wins over the top seeds in the space of three days contributed to what the manager predicted as the miracle necessary to usurp the Magyars for second spot

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Hungary v Ireland player ratings: Parrott the star as Boys in Green seal stunning win in Hungary
The Dubliner scored an incredible hat-trick to book a play-off spot for Ireland. 

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
'Everyone's crying': Troy Parrott in tears as he sends Ireland to dreamland
Troy Parrott scored a hat-trick for Ireland as they beat Hungary 3-2 to reach the World Cup play-offs.

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Play-off explainer: what happens next for Ireland in World Cup bid?
Ireland secured a play-off with a thrilling win in Budapest

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
As it happened: Troy Parrott's late strike completes hat-trick, Ireland comeback and seals playoff spot
Ireland are off to the playoffs.

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Heimir HallgrĂ­msson makes one change to Ireland team for decisive World Cup qualifier with Hungary
Ireland know they need a win to leapfrog their opponents and secure a playoff spot for the finals next summer.

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Liam Scales and Dara O'Shea celebrate 13/11/2025
'It's different on a game day' - How practice made perfect for Liam Scales to assist Ireland's opener against Portugal
“We gave a bit of stick to Scalesy yesterday because he kept shooting from that position, but it worked off today,” said Nathan Collins shortly after full-time.

Sat, 15 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Portugal - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
'Everyone would have took this before the campaign' - Troy Parrott ready for decider in Hungary 
Parrott’s first half brace on Thursday night helped Ireland secure the victory they needed against the Portuguese to keep their hopes of reaching a first World Cup since 2002 alive.

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Portugal - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
'This wasn't about shutting anyone up' - Ireland just wanted to keep World Cup dream alive says Nathan Collins
Cristiano Ronaldo spoke in the build-up to the game about the 'lovely' Irish fans and claiming the win to seal their place at the finals.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to a decision 13/11/2025
As it happened: Troy Parrott's brace before Ronaldo's red mist keeps Ireland's World Cup dream alive
Ireland now know what they need to do following Hungary's win in Armenia this evening.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Portugal - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Heimir HallgrĂ­msson names Ireland team for crunch World Cup qualifier against Portugal
At the very least, Ireland need a draw to keep their slim hopes of reaching the World Cup next summer alive.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

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S Tommy Martin: Persistence with O'Neill the big difference between Irelands north and south
Ireland are now the poor relations of the Celtic quadrangle, and comparisons with Northern Ireland are not flattering. 

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Portugal Press Conference - Wednesday November 12th
'He's a smart guy' - Cristiano Ronaldo accuses Heimir HallgrĂ­msson of putting pressure on referee
If, as expected, Hungary win the early match in Armenia, Ireland must avoid defeat against Portugal to ensure they’re still in with an outside chance of a playoff berth heading to Budapest for Sunday’s final game.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

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HallgrĂ­msson: McClean was in our thoughts but Wrexham playing time has been limited
Injuries to Robbie Brady and Callum O’Dowda, along with the suspension of Ryan Manning, leaves Ireland with a gaping cavity to fill against Portugal’s star-studded attack.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Portugal Press Conference - Wednesday November 12th
Watch: Cristiano Ronaldo says 'the support Ireland fans give to the national team, it's lovely'
The 40-year-old insists he expects a tough game from Ireland at the Aviva Stadium.

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

Heimir HallgrĂ­msson 12/11/2025
Ireland aim to exploit Portuguese weaknesses in crucial World Cup qualifier
Unless Armenia get a shock result against Hungary, Ireland will require at least a draw against Portugal. 

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
O'Shea believes Ireland can replicate Germany shock against Portugal
With playoff hopes fading and Evan Ferguson ruled out, John O’Shea insists Ireland can summon the spirit of their Germany upset as Ronaldo’s Portugal visit a sold-out Aviva Stadium.

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

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Nathan Collins had 'no doubt' Keith Andrews could make step up at Brentford
Brentford have won four of their last six games under new manager Keith Andrews, rising to 12th in the Premier League. They are just three points off the top four.

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
John O’Shea: Ireland can frustrate Ronaldo again in Dublin showdown
Ireland need to avoid defeat to Portugal on Thursday if they are to make their clash with Hungary on Sunday relevant

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland Squad Announcement
Heimir HallgrĂ­msson on Ireland World Cup hopes: 'We have it in our hands, so why be negative?'
Portugal will come to Lansdowne Road seeking the win that books their ticket to North America with a game to spare. Then Three days later Ireland will enter the Lion’s Den of the Puskás Aréna in Budapest.

Thu, 06 Nov, 2025

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US-born Kevin O’Toole the bolter in Ireland squad for final World Cup qualifiers
The Boys in Green are preparing for their concluding World Cup qualifiers against Portugal and Hungary.

Thu, 06 Nov, 2025

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Evan Ferguson to miss upcoming World Cup Qualifiers after sustaining ankle injury
Ferguson was diagnosed with a sprained right ankle and a strain of the ligaments. He is expected to be out for at least two weeks

Thu, 30 Oct, 2025

Sammie Szmodics reacts to a missed chance 6/9/2025
Sammie Szmodics hits back at 'ridiculous' hate messages questioning his commitment to Ireland
The Republic of Ireland striker has struggled with injuries throughout 2025.

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025

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Evan Ferguson suffers injury in opening minutes of Roma's Serie A clash
The Bettystown native was making his first Serie A start in five weeks, but he lasted just seven minutes of their match with Parma at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday.

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025

Portugal v Republic of Ireland - 2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers - Group F - Jose Alvalade Stadium
Ireland World Cup Talking Points: Bruno Fernandes and Irish duo to miss Dublin clash
Back three to the future? And when Portugal came to draw.

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
S Tommy Martin: Dope Dreams - it's time for Ireland to sign up for the Enhanced World Cup 
One of Heimir Hallgrimsson's strengths is his ability to identify Ireland's shortcomings in post-match interviews. Unfortunately, he seems unable to do anything about them. It's time for radical thinking. 

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
'We should get praised for playing SĂ©amus Coleman' - Heimir HallgrĂ­msson defends selection process
The Ireland boss defended his decision to abseil three recalled players, Coleman, Festy Ebosele and Jayson Molumby, straight into the side for the draw in Portugal on Saturday and Tuesday’s 1-0 victory.

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
How can Ireland reach a World Cup playoff?
Second-placed earns entry into the 16-team playoffs in March 2026, from which the final four European teams are decided

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
As it happened: Evan Ferguson keeps Ireland's World Cup hopes alive with win over 10-man Armenia
Any hopes Ireland have of reaching the World Cup next summer will be dashed if they fail to win tonight.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Heimir Hallgrimsson makes two changes to Ireland team for crucial Armenia World Cup qualifier
Ireland know only a win against the Armenians tonight at the Aviva Stadium will be good enough to keep their slim hopes of reaching the finals alive.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
'This game will be a war': Ireland and Armenia brace for high-stakes clash
After the Yerevan wreckage and near miss in Lisbon, Heimir Hallgrímsson says it’s time for Ireland to deliver — or risk their campaign ending in despair.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
Experience has taught Nathan Collins to not dwell on defeat
"If we can all give each other that bit of fire we have inside us, it creates a team fire, you could say," said Nathan Collins. "e need that against Armenia."

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

Portugal v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
S Kieran Shannon: Pride can swiftly turn into embarrassment with this Ireland team
Ireland’s heartbreaking defeat in Lisbon was oh so familiar, another gallant performance showing promise but ending in pain. They now need to break the cycle of generating hope only for it to dissipate in the next game 

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

Portugal v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
As it happened: Ruben Neves strikes in injury time as Portugal defeat battling Ireland
Caoimhin Kelleher produced a brilliant penalty save to deny Ronaldo in the second half.

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Portugal v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Seamus Coleman starts for Ireland in Portugal on 37th birthday
Further up the pitch and Evan Ferguson has shaken off his recent injury to lead the line in Lisbon.

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
Whatever about a miracle, Ireland must strive to siphon measure of respectability from Lisbon
If Heimir Hallgrímsson’s prediction of 70% possession for the hosts ensues, optimisation of the ball is imperative

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
Roberto Martinez: 'Coleman's leadership skills made him captain material from day one'
One of Ireland's standout players for over a decade now, Coleman is constantly namechecked by managers - especially Martinez - as an exemplar for budding talent to emulate

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
'There is an anger there to put things right': Finn Azaz urges Ireland to respond after Armenia shock
Finn Azaz says Ireland’s players are fuelled by frustration as they look to bounce back from the Armenia defeat against Portugal.

Thu, 09 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
John O’Shea warns Ireland must 'stick together' as Ronaldo and Portugal await
There is positive news for Ireland on the fitness of strikers Evan Ferguson and Troy Parrott ahead of the games against Portugal and Armenia. 

Wed, 08 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

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Injured PSG midfielder JoĂŁo Neves ruled out of Portugal's World Cup clash against Ireland
Roberto Martinez has drafted in Lazio’s left-sided defender Nuno Tavares as a replacement.

Mon, 06 Oct, 2025

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