Poland present a serious threat after overcoming Belgium on penalties following a 3-3 aggregate draw, with Barcelona forward Ewa Pajor among their key players. However, they were beaten twice by Ireland during qualifying in April. “We have faced both sides recently, but the situation will be different when November arrives. “A place at the World […]
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The Republic of Ireland have maintained a perfect record at Pairc Ui Chaoimh, winning all three matches staged there, including a dramatic 3-2 success over the Netherlands earlier this year. Cork-born O’Sullivan was suspended for that fixture, but she is excited about playing in her hometown again. “Playing here is something I truly enjoy. It […]
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Erin Cuthbert spoke of her happiness and relief after making her first appearance of the season during Scotland’s impressive 2-0 victory over the Czech Republic. The away win in the opening round of the Women’s World Cup play-offs puts Scotland in a strong position ahead of Tuesday’s return match in Paisley. Sweden are expected to […]
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Jordan Pickford: Heads back to Everton with James Trafford now putting pressure on his position after a few uncertain moments. 6 Trent Alexander-Arnold: Made the most of another chance to impress. His quality in possession was particularly effective against a deep Czech Republic defence. 7 Jarell Quansah: Looked assured while playing in his preferred central […]
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The two fixtures, which took place at neutral grounds, had been surrounded by controversy since the teams were placed together in Group B3 in February. Republic of Ireland players came under sustained pressure to pull out of the matches amid the continuing Israel-Gaza conflict. The “Stop The Game” campaign, organised by Irish Sport for Palestine, […]
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Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson claimed Israel attempted to unsettle his side amid accusations that an Israeli player spat at a member of Ireland’s staff during Sunday’s heated Uefa Nations League draw. Tensions rose between the teams at half-time in the 1-1 match, which took place without spectators in Serbia. The Irish Times, external […]
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Although Bazunu pulled out of the matches against Israel, midfielder Finn Azaz was also absent from both fixtures, albeit for separate reasons. The 26-year-old has Israeli family ties through his mother, and the Republic of Ireland manager believed this placed him in a difficult position after the squad chose to wear black armbands and lower […]
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Israel’s fixtures have been the main focus of this international break, with the Republic of Ireland facing calls to pull out of the matches. The appeal came from the ‘Stop The Game’ campaign, organised by the Irish Sport for Palestine pressure group, whose supporters demonstrated outside the Aviva Stadium before the match against Austria. Thursday’s […]
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“Very few players are capable of producing something like that.” Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson used those words to describe in-form striker Troy Parrott’s outstanding opening goal in the 2-2 Uefa Nations League draw against Austria in Dublin. After receiving a pass from Adam Idah roughly 20 yards out, Parrott paused briefly and appeared […]
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Ahead of Saturday’s defeat by Spain at Wembley, much of the discussion focused on England’s playing style and identity. Forward Anthony Gordon suggested the Three Lions should adopt a more traditional approach, while Tuchel said he might begin to “welcome the chaos”. England recovered from falling behind to take a 2-1 lead over Spain. Harry […]
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