Irish Footballers

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.

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.

Hernia operation cuts into Wolves’ striker’s pre-season preparations. Hopes still strong for World Cup qualifying campaign though.

Republic of Ireland striker links up with fellow Irishmen and former Irish manager at Wolves as he returns to Premier League football.

Dunne could be off to join Steve Bruce’s Sunderland but rumours continue to ebb and flow about his international team-mates and their possible moves.

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.

Debuts seem certain for Friday’s low key London friendly. More importantly though Kevin Doyle will miss Ireland’s trip to Bulgaria and World Cup qualifying.

Republic of Ireland international manager Giovanni Trapattoni has today named his squad for the upcoming friendly against Nigeria and the crucial World Cup qualifier away to Bulgaria.