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2025
AnalysisIreland WNT
Three things Ireland got right in their Nations League playoff success
Carla Ward’s side promoted back to League A after downing Belgium.
CONFIRMED
Shamrock Rovers crowned League of Ireland champions for fifth time in six seasons
The Hoops secured the title with a 1-0 win over Galway United at Tallaght Stadium.
reflections
Letter from Leuven: Larko, family and fans on night to remember
It may not be Amber in Hampden, or Katie in Perth, but we’ll always have Larko in Leuven.
Explainer
'I would love England at Wembley': Why Ireland's win is a major boost for World Cup qualification
Historic Nations League scalp guarantees seeded playoff for Brazil 2027 qualifying.
brilliant in belgium
'I was actually going to start crying it was that good' - Coming-of-age moment for Abbie Larkin
Republic of Ireland respond to adversity with a performance of class and conviction to reach League A of Nations League.
Match Report
Larkin strikes late as Ireland secure Nations League promotion on dramatic night in Belgium
Ireland lose in Leuven, but win on aggregate thanks to super sub’s 90th-minute goal.
new bhoys
Celtic target Chelsea U21 boss as part of coaching revamp
The 42 understands that Calum McFarlane is on the radar to join set-up after Brendan Rodgers’ exit at Parkhead.
Connections
'Heimir asked me to take over his team': Belgium boss on Irish links ahead of revenge mission
match preview
Katie McCabe primed for 100th cap as Ireland look to finish the job in Belgium
Carla Ward’s side hold two-goal lead in Nations League promotion/relegation playoff.
Changes
Rodgers resigns as Celtic boss with ex-Ireland manager O’Neill taking interim charge
The Hoops sit eight points behind league leaders Hearts after their 3-1 defeat at the Edinburgh side on Sunday.
Centurion
'Wearing that green jersey, there is a weight and a responsibility. It's a very sacred thing'
Katie McCabe set for 100th Ireland cap as Ward hails captain who ‘led the nation better than I’ve seen anybody lead a team before’.
Underappreciated
'Not many players can strike a ball like that... Sometimes we need to be reminded of it'
Making waves
Meet the Irishman working with European football's tactical trailblazers
Limerick’s Liam McCartan, the lead first team analyst at Denmark’s Europa League table-toppers FC Midtjylland, speaks to The 42 about how elite modern football actually works.
Play Off Push
Carla Ward's balancing act as Ireland brace for Belgium reaction
‘When they put on that shirt, it means something more than I’ve seen other countries’ players.’
Five-Star
Angry scenes as Shelbourne seal Europe with stunning comeback against Bohemians
Goals in the 87th and 97th minute secured 3-2 victory for Joey O’Brien’s side at Dalymount Park.
