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AnalysisOminous
A terrible international window for Irish football starts on a bad note
Ireland went ultra defensive against Kosovo, starting with five recognised centre-backs.
Yesterday
24th September 2026
Soccer
'I don’t think the game should be going ahead' - Jason Knight takes stance on playing Israel
Ireland midfielder says squad will have deeper chat among themselves on Friday.
Report
Ireland feel late pain in Pristina as Kosovo earn Nations League victory
Ireland struggled to contain home side and captain Vedat Muriqi found a way through in the 83rd minute.
As it happenedUpdates
Kosovo v Republic of Ireland, Uefa Nations League
Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side lose 1-0 in campaign opener in Pristina.
Line-up
John Egan makes first Republic of Ireland start in three years against Kosovo
James Abankwah also gets the nod in defence for his competitive debut.
Take a Bow
Ireland's Lisa O'Rourke wins gold medal at European Championships
Earlier, Michaela Walsh had to settle for a bronze medal after a semi-final defeat.
Aussie Rules
Conor McKenna chases AFL glory with Brisbane as star player has Grand Final suspension overturned
Preview
Ireland braced for a game that will be lost in time compared to historic moment in time
Captain Dara O’Shea says ‘the noise is there’ with views over a protest to be aired on Friday after Kosovo fixture.
Wednesday
23rd September 2026
Analysisthe final chapter
Cullen's long goodbye creates motivation and potential distraction for Leinster
The province shed stacks of quality over the summer but still have the resources to compete on two fronts.
