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Bale or no Bale, Ireland face uphill battle to reach Russia
Alan Flood previews the Republic of Ireland’s showdown with Wales, ahead of a hugely important week for the national side.
Category: Ireland
John O’Shea should slot right-back into the Irish side for crucial qualifiers
With Seamus Coleman still working his way back from a long-term injury, Colm Brosnan believes John O’Shea could fill Ireland’s right-back spot.
Why Seán Maguire is the answer to Ireland’s striking problems
Sam McKeever believes that Seán Maguire needs to be given at chance for the Republic of Ireland sooner rather than later.
Stephen Kenny is the man to give Ireland space to dream
In the wake of the Republic of Ireland’s recent results, Kieran Burke argues that the FAI must look domestically in order to change fortunes on the pitch.
Gallery: Ireland v Serbia in World Cup Qualifying Group D
It was a disappointing night for the Republic of Ireland on Tuesday as they went down 1-0 to Serbia in a World Cup qualifier.
The Republic of Ireland and Australia – a tale of two talismen
The holes left by Robbie Keane and Tim Cahill are having a big impact on the Republic of Ireland and Australia, writes Neil Sherwin.
Martin O’Neill looks to lead the Republic of Ireland to the 2018 FIFA World Cup
Martin O’Neill faces into two crucial FIFA World Cup qualifiers with Georgia and Serbia on the Republic of Ireland’s agenda.
Gallery: Ireland v Austria in World Cup Qualifying Group D
A late Jonathan Walters goal gave the Republic of Ireland an important point in their World Cup qualifier against Austria in Dublin yesterday. Alwyn Robinson was at the Aviva Stadium for Back Page Football and he captured the action as Martin O’Neill’s side continued its push for a place at the finals in Russia. In […]
Cork Hibernians – A brief history of a magical team
Gary Spain discusses the all too short history of one of the most exciting teams ever to grace Irish football, Cork Hibernians.
European Dreams – The battle for fourth in the League of Ireland
Gary Spain discusses the financial implications that European football can have for League of Ireland clubs.