Ireland preparations far from perfect but team still looking for first class performance ahead of crunch game in Nicosia. One injury doubt going into game as Cyprus look to cling onto any remaining qualification hopes.
Irish defender celebrates completing his transfer with a recall to Giovanni Trapattoni’s full international squad.
Ireland show slight drop in September’s FIFA World Rankings. World Cup opponents still riding high.
Republic of Ireland boss names unchanged squad for September’s double header. Cyrpus World Qualifier leaves home friendly in the shade.
Ireland hammered by Australia at Limerick venue. Socceroos leave Trapattoni reeling.
Irish manager Giovanni Trapattoni has named his starting eleven for Wednesday evening’s friendly international with Australia at Thomond Park.
The Republic of Ireland take on Australia in Limerick on Wednesday evening. Irish camp insist that the game does actually matter as cross-channel managers bite their nails.
Republic of Ireland boss names his squad after a day’s delay. Twenty four named in squad as well as three on standby for soccer international against Australia at Thomond Park.
A look at Ireland’s chances of making the World Cup qualifying play-offs and who we might face in November. Process is far from clear-cut as end-game approaches and need for a big win grows.
Deja-vu in Sofia as Richard Dunne goal and Kevin Kilbane gift mark Ireland’s 1-1 draw with Bulgaria in World Cup qualifying. Trap’s Ireland end international season in second place.
