Irish Footballers

Reporting on Ireland’s top players – home and abroad.

Entries for June, 2009

Preview: Bulgaria v Ireland

The build continues towards Ireland’s crucial World Cup qualifier in Bulgaria on Saturday. Injury worries still cloud Trapattoni’s plans.

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Injury problems continue to cloud Irish preparations

Injury doubts still hang over senior members of Republic of Ireland squad ahead of Saturday’s game in Sofia. Irish boss has nervous few days ahead.

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Ireland unchanged in latest FIFA rankings

No changes after quiet period of international action.

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Gibson to miss Bulgaria game

Manchester United midfielder ruled out of Saturday’s World Cup qualifier in Sofia. Groin strain takes its toll.

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Two keepers added to Irish squad for Bulgaria game

Inexperienced goalkeeping duo added to Irish squad ahead of trip to Bulgaria. Risks become more apparent as lack of first team action is exposed.

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Trap scrambles to find backup keeper

Goalkeeping crisis as Trapattoni’s decisions come back to haunt him quickly. Scramble to find any willing and available goalkeeper to provide backup.

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