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August
August 2025
Dutch Gold
The Dutch goalkeeper with a Master's from Duke University heading to Conference League with Shelbourne
Wessel Speel arrived on loan in July one year after he was unsure if he had a future in the game after college.
Uefa conference league
Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne trailblazers for those on margins of European game
EURO HOPES
Shelbourne draw Crystal Palace, Shamrock Rovers get Shakhtar in Uefa Conference League
The league phase will run from 2 October until 18 December.
THE BEAT
League of Ireland provides inspiration and hope for a better future
European achievements of Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne come as revered figure Ollie Horgan was celebrated.
Emotional
Joey O'Brien pays tribute to Ollie Horgan on 'magical night' for Irish football - 'Maybe he’s smiling down'
Progress
Masterful Shelbourne secure Conference League qualification with class and composure
Goals from Harry Wood and Ali Coote earned a 5-1 aggregate win over Linfield.
Exclusive
John Martin in final talks to become new FAI chief football officer
It’s understood the 45-year-old Kildare man will be confirmed as Marc Canham’s permanent successor.
Play-offs
Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers united in their focus to seize European opportunity
Stephen Bradley and Joey O’Brien have brought their teams to the cusp of League of Ireland history in Uefa Conference League.
Soccer
'If we don’t take a long-term approach now we will never fix it' - FAI on funding for player development
Audit of academies throughout the country lays bare challenges ahead of submissions to Government.
finding your feet
Building World Cup momentum vital for Ireland after five years of losing starts to qualifiers
Manager Heimir Hallgrímsson has placed faith in maturity of squad ahead of next month’s opening games.
Soccer
Chiedozie Ogbene returns but Seamus Coleman absent from Ireland's opening World Cup qualifiers
Unavailable
Owen Elding to miss out on Republic of Ireland U21 call-up as eligibility process ongoing
all go
League of Ireland clubs primed to break new European ground at a time of more FAI flux
Search for new chief football officer nearing end as Heimir Hallgrímsson prepares to name first squad of World Cup qualifiers.
decision
Pat Ryan steps down as Cork hurling manager
County board asked him to remain in charge but 49-year-old says it’s “best for me to seek a different challenge.”
Swimming
John Shortt wins 50m Backstroke bronze at World Championships on same day as Leaving Cert results
THE BEAT
Is the League of Ireland really in competition with YouTuber Mark Goldbridge?
Bundesliga has awarded portion of broadcast deal for Friday night games to online channel in order to attract UK and Irish audience.
Soccer
Shels on brink of European history but Joey O'Brien braced for 'hell of a challenge' in Belfast
Drama
Shelbourne take control of Conference League destiny with 3-1 win over 10-man Linfield
A compelling, maddening and enthralling first leg sees Joey O’Brien’s side 90 minutes from European history.
bring it on
From Drumcondra to the Azores, League of Ireland clubs braced for defining European nights
Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers face Linfield and Santa Clara, respectively, in Uefa Conference League play-off round.
Explainer
Shelbourne and Linfield rematch shows why Champions League remains pipe dream
Introduction of Uefa Conference League has been a success as elites move further into the distance.
THE BEAT
New report shows average gambling turnover is €6.45 million per match in LOI Premier Division
Figures were supplied by Uefa to PFA Ireland as players’ body works with members to raise awareness.
Ruthless
Rory Gaffney masterclass powers Shamrock Rovers into Conference League play-off
Striker adds to redemption story with two goals as Hoops thrash Ballkani 4-0.
Tension
Stephen Bradley confirms Jack Byrne is not injured after deregistration for crucial Euro tie
Reaction
Shels boss wants wounded players to force Euro reaction - 'You turn that hurt into hunting'
turnaround
Absorbing drama as Rijeka score 90th-minute winner to dump Shelbourne out of Europa League
Joey O’Brien’s side scored 86th-minute penalty to level tie but will now play in Uefa Conference League play-off.
Interview
Lessons learned after 20 years for Irish goalkeeper - 'You do what is best for your family'
THE BEAT
Low morale, fear of job cuts and desperate for funding - The FAI need a big win
With an appearance in front of an Oireachtas committee imminent, governing body also ramping up search for new Chief Football Officer.
League of Ireland
RTÉ documentary highlights how Irish football's biggest issue doesn't discriminate
July
July 2025
Drama
St Patrick's Athletic overcome scare in Estonia to keep European dream alive
Stephen Kenny’s side levelled through Joe Redmond in 91st minute before Jake Mulraney goal secured progress in extra-time.
