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Entries Tagged ‘Nigeria v Ireland’

Keane goal earns draw with Nigeria

Six new caps handed out as Ireland play out a 1-1 draw with Nigeria in London. Focus now switches to real business in Bulgaria.

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Trapattoni names inexperienced starting line-up

Five new caps in Giovanni Trapattoni’s Friday night line-up. Sixth new cap expected by the end of the night in London.

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Kiely leaves camp as Trap names starting line-up

Veteran goalkeeper appears to have given up on his chances of playing international football for Ireland again. Trapattoni to name new keeper.

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O’Shea ends season on a low note as United lose

United fall short in bid to win back to back Champions League titles. Remarkable club season ends for Irish international John O’Shea.

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Doyle ruled out of Bulgaria qualifier

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.

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Trapattoni names squad for crucial end of season games

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.

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Trapattoni to name squad on Monday

Ireland boss will name his last squad of the international season early next week as Nigeria and Bulgaria loom on the horizon.

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Noel Hunt could miss Bulgaria game

Striker could miss end of season games after leg injury.

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