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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.