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Donal Conway nominated unopposed to continue as President of the FAI 

Donal Conway has been nominated unopposed for the role as President of the Football Association.

Joe Hodge cracker earns point for Ireland in opening match of Under-19 European Championships 

JOE HODGE crowned his Ireland U-19 debut with a smashing equaliser to earn a point against Norway in their opening match at the Euro finals this...

Norwegian boss Halle has high hopes for Irish reunion 

Like most Irish people, Gunnar Halle has long forgotten that World Cup game against Norway of 25 years ago. And he played in it.

Mohan relief as skipper O'Connor gets United release 

It hasn't been lost on Tom Mohan that he was beginning to resemble Mick McCarthy in the run-up to the 2002 World Cup.

Political concerns cast doubt on FAI changes 

The show must go on. The FAI's annual festival of football roadshow will blitz Co Meath in a week's time and inside this happy bubble there will be plenty of reminders about the joy derived from...

Algeria's bad boys on the road to redemption 

In March 2016 a shot at the Africa Cup of Nations title was the last of Youcef Belaili's concerns. To all intents and purposes, his career appeared over. FIFA had confirmed a four-year global ban after...

'That was a pretty volatile place' - Liam Brady recalls Ireland's farcical 1982 tour in new radio documentary 

Liam Brady has shared his memories about the Republic of Ireland’s 1982 South American tour in a new RTE radio documentary about the ill-fated trip.

Mohan upbeat despite Ireland U-19s missing key players 

Even before they tackle the heat of Armenia and face the best nations in Europe, Ireland's Under-19s have made the trip without their key players.

'Jack Grealish and Declan Rice would definitely be playing for Ireland' - Stephen Kenny says talking is key 

Ireland U-21 boss Stephen Kenny feels that Irish football lost out on talents like Declan Rice and Jack Grealish due to the lack of a good...

FAI delegates warned sponsors want changes implemented as Association begins move towards new era 

THE Football Association of Ireland will begin their move towards a new era by hosting their emergency general meeting on Saturday week,...

Connell hopes his students can top class and make world final 

After the huge interest generated by the recent Women's World Cup in France, an Irish side are poised to make their mark on the world stage today with Ireland facing North Korea in the World...

Mohan hit with Parrott blow for U19 Euros as Pochettino choses to keep striker for Spurs' pre-season 

Ireland U-19 manager Tom Mohan has been dealt another blow ahead of next week's Euro finals after Mauricio Pochettino decided to keep Troy...

CONFIRMED: Ireland will play world champions USA in the Rose Bowl this August 

Ireland will play world champions USA in their first match of a victory tour on August 3 in the iconic Rose Bowl, it has been confirmed.

Mohan hopeful Parrott can take flight with U-19s 

Ireland U-19 team boss Tom Mohan is still playing a waiting game with English clubs as he plots a course for the European Championships.

Copa America chiefs hit back at Messi over 'corruption' allegations 

South American football chiefs have said it is "unacceptable" to question the integrity of the Copa America, after Lionel Messi claimed the tournament was "corrupt" and fixed in favour...

'John Delaney told me 'if you go legal I will take it personally and there will be war'. It was war then' 

An apology, even a belated one made in private, is welcome.

Exclusive 50,000 expected at the Rose Bowl as Ireland set for marquee clash against world champions USA 

Ireland are set for a marquee friendly against world champions USA in the Rose Bowl in California this August.

FAI accounts won't be made available at AGM for the first time in its history 

Chairman of the Oireachtas Committee on Sport Fergus O'Dowd says he is "gravely worried" by the FAI's announcement that accounts for 2018 will...

USA striker Alex Morgan criticised for 'tea drinking' celebration in World Cup semi-final victory over England 

Alex Morgan powered home the winning header against England to help the United States reach the women's World Cup final on Tuesday but it was...

Lionel Messi rages at ‘bulls***’ calls from officials as Argentina suffer defeat to Brazil 

Argentina's Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero lashed out at the officiating after their 2-0 Copa America semi-final defeat to Brazil on Tuesday and questioned...

Andrews has belief in players and high praise for 'real' Kenny 

Former Ireland star Keith Andrews says he's been impressed with the working methods of Stephen Kenny.

Ireland beat Brazil 

Lauren Kelly gave Ireland the perfect start to their opening fixture in the World University Games in Naples when her strike from 30 yards was enough to defeat reigning champions Brazil.

David Kelly: 'Departure of Bell tolls ominously for women's game and cash-strapped FAI' 

Last Saturday in Galway's university grounds, the hosts' U-17 women's side waited for a 2pm kick-off against their visitors from Athlone Town.

Salah strikes to help Egyptians walk into last-16 with perfect record 

Egypt's Mohamed Salah curled in a free-kick, his second goal of this year's Africa Cup of Nations, to set his side on the way to a 2-0 win over Uganda last night as they topped their group while their...

Bell claims lack of FAI support for women's game prompted his exit 

Colin Bell says it was the lack of support by the FAI for the growth of the women's game which forced him to quit his role as manager of the national team.

Ellis clearly States her allegiances for England battle 

The US had just beaten France to set up a semi-final meeting with England when Jill Ellis was asked how she felt about facing her home nation in a World Cup semi-final. The question did not go down well.

Schoolboys camp throw FAI plans into turmoil 

The FAI's plans to revamp their structure have been thrown into turmoil as the influential Schoolboys bloc has said they will not vote for change unless they are guaranteed a seat on the association's...

Connell in the frame as Bell leaves Ireland for Terriers 

Dave Connell is the early favourite to become the new manager of Ireland's senior women's team after Colin Bell decided to leave his post to join the Huddersfield Town back-room line-up.

Mo Salah enters stormy waters with support for team-mate following sexual harassment allegation 

Beyond the sideshows there came a moment that briefly reminded those present what they are meant to be here for.

FAI on collision course with schoolboys association ahead of crucial AGM vote on governance reforms 

FAI President Donal Conway has pleaded with the disaffected schoolboys’ fraternity to back...

Blow for FAI as Colin Bell leaves post as women's international boss to take coaching role at Huddersfield 

The FAI were hit with a fresh blow on Saturday morning with the announcement that the senior women's team boss, Colin Bell, is leaving his...

'It never leaves you. I lost myself. I lost everything' - The tragic story behind one of Ireland's greatest sporting moments 

"Everyone says he's the best defender in the world," Jack Charlton announced to his players.

In-demand Connell keen on Armenian adventure 

Club commitments will rob Tom Mohan of several key players for next month's European U-19 championships but Luca Connell is ready to make the journey.

John Brennan: 'FAI paupers without a prince count cost of Aviva' 

It was like Hamlet without the prince on Friday at the FAI's headquarters as the damning report into governance at the embattled association was published.

Diacre a reluctant trailblazer happy to shun limelight 

Corinne Diacre was deadpan. "I'm intransigent, yes," France's manager admitted. "I'm vigorous - that's typical of me. Often I'm told I'm very strict. We never laugh around, we never joke;...

Jason Burt: 'Balancing ambitions' 

Now the World Cup really begins. England arrived in Valenciennes in northern France, close to the Belgian border, knowing they are approaching their own checkpoint.

Paul Doyle: 'Mauritania rising: from footballing lowlands to Africa's peak' 

Until recently it could have been said that the only way for Mauritania to reach the Africa Cup of Nations would be to dispense with qualifying and just wave every country on the continent into...

Tommy Conlon: 'The seven deadly sins were not nearly enough temptation for Maradona' 

It says something for the limitations of reality that hard evidence eventually becomes inadequate against the power of mythology. Seeing and...

'The members of the FAI and all the relevant stakeholders have been let down' - Conway admits board are 'culpable' 

President Donal Conway has acknowledged that the FAI board are "culpable" for the Association's...

FAI president admits Aviva Stadium debt may not be cleared before 2030 

FAI president Donal Conway has admitted that it could be more than 10 years before the organisation is free from debt.

30 of the main points from the Sport Ireland / FAI Governance Review Group report 

The Sport Ireland / FAI Governance Review Group chaired by Aidan Horan issued their eagerly awaited report earlier today. The report came in at 133...

John Delaney and the €360k question: FAI refuse to comment on former CEO 

THE FAI refused to answer questions on John Delaney or the status of the role of Executive Vice President at the launch of the governance...

'There is no plan B' - FAI president calls on delegates to pass review group recommendations at AGM 

The FAI President Donal Conway has said "there is no plan B, this is Plan A and it is where we want to go" as he launched the joint FAI/Sport Ireland...

FAI structures set for shake-up as governance review group looks to 'modernise the make-up' of Irish football 

The governance review into the state of the FAI says it is time to 'modernise the make-up and...

Boys in Green facing tough test as key players to miss U-19 Euros 

Ireland will be without a batch of their key players for next month's Euro U-19 finals in Armenia.

Lionel Messi penalty rescues point as Argentina continue to struggle at Copa America 

Lionel Messi scored a second-half penalty to keep Argentina's narrow hopes of clearing the Copa America group stages alive as they recorded a 1-...

Luis Enrique resigns from Spain job due to 'personal matter' 

Luis Enrique has stepped down as head coach of Spain after just 11 months in the job.

'I think about the World Cup' - Jose Mourinho targeting international job as he plots return to management 

Jose Mourinho has revealed he would like to return to management at international level, after admitting he wants to be part of a major...

Daniel McDonnell: 'Fall of Platini and ongoing FAI chaos underlines how face of game is changing' 

They were the words that the fans who attended Ireland's Euro 2016 qualifier with Scotland didn't get to read.

Police quiz Platini over awarding of World Cup to Qatar 

Michel Platini, the former head of European football association Uefa, was detained for questioning by French police yesterday over the awarding of the 2022 World Cup to Qatar.

FAI staff fear for their jobs are in the balance as UEFA set to bring in cutbacks to steady finances 

FAI staff are bracing themselves for cutbacks as the Abbotstown hierarchy get to grips with the scale of the financial crisis facing Irish football.