#Republic of Ireland MNT

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Republic of Ireland Media Conference and Training Session
'Armenia are a fast counter-attacking team' - Ireland manager warns against complacency
Eduard Spertsyan will again be the go-to man for the pool’s lowest seeds, eager to put Saturday’s 5-0 home hammering by Portugal behind them.

Mon, 08 Sep, 2025

Transfer Deadline Day
Adam Idah: Celtic is the best place ever to play but it can also be torture
The 24-year-old Republic Ireland striker completed a move from the Scottish champions to Swansea on deadline day having spent 18 months in Glasgow.

Mon, 08 Sep, 2025

Sammie Szmodics reacts to a missed chance 6/9/2025
'You can't start a game like that. It’s sloppy' - Sammie Szmodics bemoans slow start against Hungary
Ireland will have to do without the services of the Ipswich Town forward as he has since been ruled out through injury and replaced by Shamrock Rovers’ uncapped defender Josh Honohan

Mon, 08 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Hungary - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
'We want to create history for our country' - Dara O'Shea targets World Cup qualification
After drawing with Hungary, the Boys in Green know they must win in Armenia on Tuesday if they are to reach the World Cup.

Mon, 08 Sep, 2025

Luxembourg v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly
Josh Honohan called into Republic of Ireland squad for World Cup qualifier in Armenia
The defender, who was in the Ireland squad for their friendly matches against Senegal and Luxembourg back in June but didn't play any minutes, replaces Sammie Szmodics, who suffered a knock during the Boys in Green's 2-2 draw with Hungary on Saturday night.

Sun, 07 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Hungary - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Opening night reviews are in: how Ireland's rescue act rated against Hungary
Keeper CaoimhĂ­n Kelleher and wide man Ryan Manning performed best on a difficult first World Cup qualifier. In the end, a rescued point was more than welcome

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Hungary - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
As it happened: Ireland battle from two goals down in World Cup qualification opener
Late Adam Idah goal sees Heimir HallgrĂ­msson's men secure a point at the Aviva

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025

Evan Ferguson ahead of the match 6/9/2025
Team News: Heimir HallgrĂ­msson names Ireland side for crucial Hungary clash
The team was officially announced just under an hour and a half before kick off in Dublin.

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland Media Conference and Training Session
S Dion Fanning: Ireland longing for a golden era while also trying to escape the past
As Ireland face Hungary in Dublin, Heimir Hallgrimsson’s discipline collides with fans’ eternal hope for a new football era

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025

Heimir HallgrĂ­msson 5/9/2025
Nathan Collins hesitant to speak too soon on 'special' Irish set up under Heimir HallgrĂ­msson
Evidence of solidity, on and off the pitch, is apparent

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland Media Conference and Training Session
Reasons to be cheerful and fearful as Ireland welcome Hungary to Dublin
Ireland will look to Evan Ferguson for inspiration, but the Hungarians have their own in-form star in Dominik Szoboszlai.

Fri, 05 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
Worst blow of career forced Ogbene to become best version of himself
The Corkman outlined how events of the last year have altered his outlook.

Fri, 05 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
S Tommy Martin: Hallgrimsson double jobbing managing body and mind
The continuing absence of a sports psychologist has generated headlines in the build-up to Saturday’s World Cup qualifying opener against Hungary.

Thu, 04 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
'There’s a spark' - John O'Shea hopeful Ireland's Gladiator will feast on Hungary
Evan Ferguson’s return to form is timely for Ireland. O’Shea highlighted how he’s kept Ukrainian Artem Dovbyk out of the Roma team and benefitted from the renowned Italian fitness regime.

Thu, 04 Sep, 2025

Ferencvarosi TC v AZ Alkmaar - UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Phase MD8
'A couple of times' - Robbie Keane provides John O'Shea with insight on Hungary stars
Keane’s Ferencváros side have the largest presence in Marco Rossi’s squad for the World Cup qualification opener on Saturday.

Wed, 03 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session
CaoimhĂ­n Kelleher on Ringmahon windfall: 'There are good people there that would know what to do with that money'
Clever club officials brokered a 20% sell-on clause when Liverpool snapped up their graduate a decade ago, a clause triggered by Brentford’s €16m purchase in June.

Wed, 03 Sep, 2025

Liverpool v Arsenal - Premier League - Anfield
S John Fallon: Ireland need to halt Hungary's biggest star since PuskĂĄs
They did succeed in quietening him 15 months ago in a friendly win that ended Hungary’s 14-match unbeaten run, but this is competitive fare.

Wed, 03 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session
CaoimhĂ­n Kelleher: Time for this Ireland team to qualify for tournament
The Cork-born goalkeeper made his international debut against Hungary four years ago but his 24th cap against the same nation on Saturday will carry far more significance

Wed, 03 Sep, 2025

Eileen Gleeson and Colin Healy 4/12/2023
'I have seen things that are unacceptable': Colin Healy backs Eileen Gleeson in FAI dispute
Healy was Gleeson's assistant during her time as manager of the Irish women's team.

Tue, 02 Sep, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session
Evan Ferguson likely to spearhead Ireland attack alone in Troy Parrott's absence
Plans to pair the Icelander’s first-choice strikeforce together were scuppered when Parrott sustained a muscle injury in the run-up to AZ Alkmaar’s Conference League win over Vaduz last Thursday.

Tue, 02 Sep, 2025

Greece v Republic of Ireland - UEFA Nations League B
Injury rules Troy Parrott out of Ireland World Cup qualifiers
Parrott, who has been in fine goal scoring for for AZ Alkmaar this season, was set to partner Evan Ferguson up front for the games against Hungary and Armenia. 

Fri, 29 Aug, 2025

Republic of Ireland Squad Announcement
Hallgrimsson understands financial windfall World Cup qualification will bring to the FAI
'It's always going to mean a lot if we qualify for the World Cup. The financial thing is leading up to 2028 until the Euros are hosted here. So the financial plan is really well structured, to pay down the debts until 2028'

Tue, 26 Aug, 2025

Republic of Ireland Squad Announcement
'Troy has been on fire': Hallgrimsson thrilled by Parrott and Ferguson form
Troy Parrott has already scored 10 goals this season for AZ Alkmaar while Evan Ferguson made an impressive Serie A debut for Roma at the weekend. 

Tue, 26 Aug, 2025

Chiedozie Ogbene reacts 23/3/2024
Chiedozie Ogbene returns as Ireland name squad for opening World Cup qualifiers
Ogbene is back in the 23 man squad for the first time since October 2024 following his recovery from an Achilles tendon rupture.

Tue, 26 Aug, 2025

Shelbourne v Rijeka - UEFA Europa League Third Qualifying Round 2nd Leg
SĂ©amus Coleman selection borderline as Hallgrimsson set to name Ireland squad
Topping a World Cup qualification group also featuring Portugal, Hungary, and Armenia would book a direct ticket to the 48-team extravaganza in the USA, Mexico and Canada.

Mon, 25 Aug, 2025

Queens Park Rangers v Brentford - Pre Season Friendly - MATRADE Loftus Road Stadium
'So far, so good' - Nathan Collins enjoying life under Keith Andrews after being named Brentford captain
“I've seen him really develop as a human being,” Andrews explains on why he has placed his trust in Collins.

Tue, 05 Aug, 2025

'We must get to know Evan and exploit his depth' - Roma boss praises early Ferguson impact
'We must get to know Evan and exploit his depth' - Roma boss praises early Ferguson impact
The striker followed up his four-goal blitz on his first outing against UniPomezia by grabbing the solitary strike in Saturday’s 1-0 pre-season friendly against Kaiserslautern.

Mon, 28 Jul, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Bulgaria - UEFA Nations League Play Offs - Second Leg - Aviva Stadium
Watch: Evan Ferguson receives hero's welcome in Rome as Brighton boss confirms loan deal
The 20-year-old travelled with his delegation on Sunday by private jet Ciampino Airport, where he was greeted at by droves of excited fans.

Sun, 20 Jul, 2025

Serbia v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2022 - European Qualifying - Group D - Rajko Mitic Stadium
Republic of Ireland keeper Mark Travers completes move to Everton
The 26-year-old has joined the Toffees for an undisclosed fee from Bournemouth.

Tue, 15 Jul, 2025

Luxembourg v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly
'He will be really proud' - John Patrick Finn fulfills late dad's wish for him to play for Ireland
Heimir Hallgrimsson recently made a two-hour drive to meet Finn to ascertain his international commitment. The player insisted Ireland was the only country for him

Thu, 12 Jun, 2025

Luxembourg v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly
Jack Taylor: 'I wanted to force myself into the manager’s mind'
From delivering a defence-splitting pass for Troy Parrott to nick a goal ruled out for offside or crashing his late 25-yarder off the crossbar, Taylor was a standout performer in a middling game

Wed, 11 Jun, 2025

Luxembourg v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly
Three bright sparks from a frustrating Irish night in Luxembourg
This is how they fared during Ireland's 0-0 draw in their final friendly before the World Cup qualification campaign begins in September.

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025

Luxembourg v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly
‘This game will teach us a lesson’ - Heimir's 'unhappy' birthday as Ireland struggle
“Let’s be honest, we’re not happy with this performance,” began Hallgrímsson when talking to RTÉ shortly after full time.

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025

Ryan Manning, Jack Taylor and Nathan Collins applaud the travelling fans after the game 10/6/2025
Much changed Ireland slump to dour draw with Luxembourg
Thankfully, it didn’t cost vital dropped points and there’s the consolation of knowing that the rested trio of Josh Cullen, Finn Azaz and Mikey Johnston will return for the opening September qualifiers against Hungary and Armenia.

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Senegal - International Friendly
Five changes for Ireland team to face Luxembourg as Jake O'Brien starts
Max O'Leary will make his Ireland debut in goal. 

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025

Nathan Collins 9/6/2025
'Last summer it was all up in the air' but Ireland now building under Heimir Hallgrimsson says Nathan Collins
Based on the training match visible, both Evan Ferguson and Troy Parrott will return to lead the frontline. Dara O’Shea may step out to allow either Jake O’Brien or Liam Scales to partner Collins in central defence while Max O’Leary will feature in goal for his belated debut. Midfielder Killian Phillips is in line for his first start.

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Luxembourg Training Session and Press Conference
Luxembourg won't be distracted by Gerson Rodrigues controversy against Ireland says manager
The striker has been handed an 18-month suspended sentence after being convicted of three assault offences.

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Bosun Lawal 26/3/2023
Stoke's Bosun Lawal called up to Ireland squad for Luxembourg friendly
The 22-year-old who previously earned 12 caps with Jim Crawford’s Ireland U21 team, plays primarily as a holding midfielder but can operate as a centre back

Sun, 08 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Senegal - International Friendly
'Ireland teams were always been built big on set-pieces' - Smallbone lauds Hallgrímsson’s emphasis
The 25-year-old is certain Ireland are on track to mount a competitive bid to reach next year’s World Cup.

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

Kasey McAteer celebrates scoring their first goal 6/6/2025
McAteer strikes as Hallgrimsson belatedly introduced to Ireland's 1-1 trademark
The flamboyance of the Senegalese increased with every substitute they introduced.

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

Heimir HallgrĂ­msson 5/6/2025
'I wouldn't mind losing both friendlies if we won both qualifiers' - HallgrĂ­msson sets out his stall
The Ireland boss is preparing his side to face Senegal on Friday night.

Thu, 05 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Press Conference
S Tommy Martin: Heimir Hallgrimsson is on a hot streak of off the pitch victories
To paraphrase JFK, we choose to finish second in our World Cup qualifying group and scrape through the playoffs not because it is easy, but because it is hard.

Thu, 05 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
Max O'Leary ready for Ireland debut after years of patience
28-year-old O'Leary has been with Bristol City since his early teens and had to be patient to become their first choice goalkeeper. 

Wed, 04 Jun, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Press Conference
Ireland's Jason Knight 'relaxed' about prospect of Premier League football
“I’ve had a good season, I'm enjoying myself at Bristol, but you are right: I want to be ambitious. I want to play in the top division."

Wed, 04 Jun, 2025

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