Caoimhín Kelleher: ‘We need to get the country to a World Cup’
The Republic of Ireland goalkeepers on an unforgettable night in Hungary, his successful switch to Brentford and the prospect of heading to North America this summer
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Multi-millionaire Messi couldn’t be bought, no matter how hard Al-Ittihad tried
Roy Keane makes a dig, Liam Rosenior practices his clapping, Lisandro Martínez gets the last laugh
Czech Republic put faith in Miroslav Koubek to relight their fire
New manager has wasted no time preparing for World Cup play-off against resurgent Republic of Ireland in March
Evan Ferguson back in injury woe as Troy Parrott returns to the spotlight
Séamus Coleman back in Everton match day squad; Jason Knight and Jayson Molumby out with injuries
FAI to reward loyal Ireland fans for World Cup play-off semi-final in Prague
Just over 1,000 tickets for the Fortuna Arena clash go on sale next week
Troy Parrott sale could make AZ threefold profit; where is it going wrong for Ferguson?
While Parrott has enjoyed a fine goalscoring season in the Netherlands, Evan Ferguson has had a frustrating run at Roma
New Czech Republic manager describes Ireland’s football as ‘simple’ ahead of World Cup playoff
Miroslav Koubek said Denmark are ‘more football-orientated’ than Ireland
Evan Ferguson’s place under threat as Roma move to bolster attacking options
Elsewhere, Ireland international Gavin Bazunu seals Stoke loan while Spurs hold off on Melia decision until injury recovery
How to replace Josh Cullen and other questions for Hallgrímsson ahead of World Cup playoffs
Irish manager will be hopeful of a swift return from injury for Chiedozie Ogbene
Irish player tracker: Norwich’s Tony Springett among the Irish scorers in FA Cup
Troy Parrott was back in action for AZ Alkmaar, but failed to score
Shay Given apologises for ‘Holocaust’ comments while live on BBC
The former Republic of Ireland goalkeeper was asked for his thoughts on Nancy’s reign on BBC’s Final Score show and replied with insensitive language
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Kevin Kilbane: The record needs to be set straight about the Saipan film. We were not a pub team on tour
Cartoonish film is funny but the record needs to be set straight on a few falsehoods
Caoimhín Kelleher’s staggering record of saving penalty kicks puts him atop Premier League charts
Having stopped yet another penalty on Wednesday night, the Cork man has now saved more than he has conceded
Irish player tracker: Nathan Collins and Evan Ferguson on upward trends
Bosun Lawal making powerful case for international call-up
Adam Idah set to be out of action for months after hamstring injury
The 24-year-old will see a specialist over the hamstring problem
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Josh Cullen ruled out of Ireland’s World Cup playoffs with ACL injury
Burnley midfielder faces up to nine months pout after suffering knee injury against Everton
Irish Embassy spent thousands on 1994 World Cup tickets to prevent ‘riotous situation’
British travel agent went bust in June 1994, leaving many travelling fans without their allocation
Ken Early: Reading back on my columns, I notice a contradiction in how I write about two teams
After a year of complaining, it was nice to be reminded how football could be fun when Ireland beat Portugal and Hungary
Irish player tracker: Brentford’s Caoimhín Kelleher denies Bournemouth eight times
Hibernian’s Jamie McGrath steals the show at Edinburgh derby; Tyler Goodrham hits a cracker for Oxford United
Farrell and McCracken: colossal impact of Irish football legends still felt today
New books explore their rise at two juggernauts of English football
‘It felt like every football fan in the world saw the goal’: Ken Early on the late, late Troy show
Irish Times writers pick their most memorable moments from a year featuring outstanding performances by Katie O’Connor, Ava Crean, Louth’s footballers and more
Troy Parrott back on the scoresheet, Caoimhín Kelleher cool under pressure
Evan Ferguson yet to convince Roma manager Gasperini
Republic of Ireland’s November heroics catapult them to become nation’s most popular team
Katie Taylor is the most popular sportsperson in the Teneo Sport and Sponsorship Index for 2025
Ireland guaranteed to get almost €9m if they make it through World Cup playoffs
Fifa announces 50% increase in World Cup prize money with $50m for 2026 winners
Fifa announces limited number of $60 tickets for 2026 World Cup after fan fury
Allocation will comprise just 0.8% of available tickets and will be distributed through associations
Irish player tracker: Killian Phillips and Roland Idowu lift Scottish League Cup for St Mirren
The result meant disappointment for Celtic’s Irish contingent, with Liam Scales and Johnny Kenny on the losing side
‘A seed was planted’: What is Jack Charlton’s legacy in Irish football?
The Republic of Ireland’s unprecedented success under the manager inspired a generation, but not necessarily the FAI
Ticket prices for Ireland’s potential World Cup games revealed as Fifa is accused of ‘betrayal’ of fans
Prices are five times more expensive than for the 2022 Qatar World Cup
How do Irish fans get tickets for next summer’s World Cup?
Applications for tickets can be made from December 11th on Fifa’s system
Irish player tracker: Troy Parrott soars for leveller as Oisín McEntee breaks Celtic hearts
Finn Azaz also kept up scoring run for Southampton and Jake O’Brien weighed in with an assist for Everton
Ireland’s potential World Cup kickoff times are a nightmare for fans
It is not much better for supporters planning to go as getting to games is a convoluted and expensive challenge
Ireland would play group games in middle of night Irish time if they qualify for World Cup
Kickoffs set for 2am and 3am Irish time in group stage matches in Mexico
Team-by-team guide to Ireland’s potential World Cup group opponents
Mexico at home would be difficult opposition, while Son Heung-min is prolific in MLS
‘It’s a waste of time playing me Jack’: Steve Staunton recalls impact of USA ’94 heat as Ireland learn potential World Cup opponents
Irish manager focused on playoffs to make tournament first of all
Trump, Infantino and the YMCA: World Cup draw at once unwatchable and mesmerising
World Cup draw was for tournament to be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico
Ireland to face Mexico, South Korea and South Africa if they qualify for World Cup
Manager Heimir Hallgrímsson says it’s a group ‘we would fancy qualifying from’
World Cup draw as it happened: Republic of Ireland could play Mexico, South Africa and South Korea if they win playoffs
Northern Ireland could play Canada, Qatar and Switzerland
USA, Australia and South Africa? The best and worst groups Ireland could get in Friday’s World Cup draw
An ideal draw could leave Irish supporters California dreaming if we can make it through the playoffs
FAI guaranteed 8% of tickets to Ireland’s World Cup matches if team gets there
Tickets would be available at initial prices, rather than inflated by Fifa’s dynamic pricing model
World Cup playoffs in Prague: Avoid €800 flights with insider tips from an Irish local
Where to stay and what else to see when the Republic of Ireland play the Czech Republic in March
Troy Parrott misses last-minute panenka penalty to equalise for AZ Alkmaar
Evan Ferguson started for Roma but was taken off at half-time
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When is the World Cup draw and who could Ireland meet if they win playoffs?
Everything you need to know about the draw in Washington DC
Republic of Ireland will be among fourth-ranked seeds for World Cup draw
World Cup draw will take place in Washington on Friday week
Roma manager’s joy as Evan Ferguson finally scored was a moment to cling to
Gian Piero Gasperini believes the Irish striker has the qualities to be a star for his title-chasing team
‘From the highest of the highs to a low’: Troy Parrott still on goal trail despite ‘frustrating’ day
Sales of the Parrott jersey have gone through the roof in Alkmaar, with Shelbourne next on the striker’s hit list
Irish player tracker: Feelgood factor continues as Troy Parrott and Evan Ferguson on mark
Finn Azaz delivered his best performance in a Southampton shirt and Mikey Johnston shone for West Brom
Even the reporters broke character briefly during Irish football’s fairytale week
Heimir Hallgrímsson enjoyed his ‘told you so’ moment after remarkable double-header that revived World Cup hopes
Much-maligned World Cup format to thank for Ireland’s dream week
A 16-team tournament would have put paid to qualification hopes long ago
Malachy Clerkin: As the club industrial complex kicks in, this Ireland team has shortened the winter
Transfers, form, fitness: settle in for months of obsessing over the almost 40 players with a chance of making the squad in March
The Irish Times view on sporting hope: a way to navigate uncertainty
Reserves of hope were low until two implausible victories over Portugal and Hungary
Heimir Hallgrímsson set for contract talks with FAI after Ireland seal World Cup playoff spot
Ireland manager is in strong position to command increase on his €650,000 salary with lucrative bonus for World Cup qualification
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