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# opposition view

Mbappe: 'Ireland have a reputation for playing a physical style but they play a lot of good football'

Mbappe and Didier Deschamps also recognised the potential of Evan Ferguson ahead of tomorrow night’s game.

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44 minutes ago

# Injury Update

Robbie Brady called up with doubts over O'Dowda and Coleman for France clash

Stephen Kenny has insisted his Irish squad will attack France and not just ‘accept a slow death.’

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6 hours ago

Yesterday

25th March 2023

# evan decrees

Analysis: Why Evan Ferguson is asked to bring more than just goals to Ireland

A look at the impressive tactical strengths to Ferguson’s game.

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Sat 12:00 PM

# Political Football

'As long as they win, it’s okay. If they start to lose, there will be controversy'

French film-maker Sonia Dauger talks about the true political significance of the French football team, and the myth of the black-blanc-beur team of 98.

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Sat 8:30 AM

Last week

19th March 2023 - 25th March 2023

# Sharp Minds

O'Shea: Concentration and experience key for Ireland in massive France clash

The West Brom defender wants Ireland to ‘write their own history’ against the back-to-back World Cup finalists on Monday night.

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Fri 5:41 PM

# opposition eye

Kenny sends his scouts to Paris as virus-hit Netherlands face France in Ireland's qualifying group

Ireland’s group gets underway tonight.

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Fri 6:00 AM

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# from downtown

Analysis: Why do Ireland concede so many long-range goals?

Latvia scored two goals from outside the box at the Aviva last night – why does this keep happening?

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Thu 3:02 PM

# Reaction

Kenny pleased but 'not euphoric' with Latvia win

Ireland squandered an early two-goal lead but rescued a 3-2 win at the Aviva Stadium.

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Wed 10:56 PM

# Evan sent

Ogbene goal rescues Ireland in rollercoaster Latvia win

Chiedozie Ogbene scored the winning goal after Ireland again contrived to blow a two-goal lead at home.

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Wed 9:46 PM

# Preview

Ferguson's full debut to bring life to low-key Latvia friendly at start of Ireland's defining year

Evan Ferguson will make his full debut as Ireland tune up for their massive challenge against France.

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Wed 6:00 AM

# earned his spurs

Matt Doherty defends Antonio Conte over post-game rant at players

Doherty has also spoken about his experiences under Diego Simeone at Atletico Madrid.

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Tue 3:09 PM

# evan almighty

Evan Ferguson to earn first Irish start against Latvia

The teenager will make his full senior debut at the Aviva Stadium tomorrow night.

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Tue 2:54 PM

# back from a bad back

'I’d love a foot race, see how quick I am' - Returning Omobamidele eager for Mbappe test

Andrew Omobamidele has recovered from a lengthy lay-off, and is hoping he gets the chance to face off against France next Monday.

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Mon 11:00 PM

# Mark Sykes

'An Irish player playing for Ireland - I don’t see the problem'

Mark Sykes last year became the first Belfast-born player to play for the Republic of Ireland in 76 years, and is hoping to add more caps against Latvia and France.

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Mar 20th 2023, 2:43 PM

# Raymond Domenech

'We see what happened at the World Cup: it would have been better if Ireland qualified'

Ex-France manager Raymond Domenech speaks to The42 about Zidane’s headbutt, Henry’s handball, and how he might have been Ireland boss instead.

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Mar 19th 2023, 8:00 AM

This month

March 2023

# Championship

Carrick's 'Boro maintain promotion push, McClean nets brilliant equaliser for Wigan

Rotherham and Cardiff’s clash was abandoned after a second-half deluge.

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Mar 18th 2023, 5:07 PM

# Talking Points

Smallbone sparkles, Doherty's lack of minutes, and no worries about Bazunu

Some of the talking points from Stephen Kenny’s squad announcement for the Euro 2024 qualifier against France.

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Mar 17th 2023, 6:00 AM

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Dublin aim for promotion and Waterford-Kilkenny showdown: Allianz League talking points

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# Squad Selection

O'Dowda's form sees off Brady and Manning, Kenny coy on Ferguson starting against France

Stephen Kenny announced his squad for this month’s qualifier against France earlier today.

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Mar 16th 2023, 3:48 PM

# Selection

Johnston receives first call-up as Kenny names Irish squad for France qualifier

France have also announced their squad for the game.

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Updated

Mar 16th 2023, 1:25 PM

# Injury issues

Duffy and Stevens ruled out of France clash

Stephen Kenny names his squad for games with Latvia and France later today.

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Mar 16th 2023, 6:00 AM

# Championship

Luckless Idah forced off in Norwich draw, Burnley win yet again

Idah was forced off injured on the eve of Stephen Kenny’s squad announcement.

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Mar 15th 2023, 10:32 PM

# unopposed

Gianni Infantino set to be re-elected Fifa president without formal vote

Infantino will be re-elected by acclimation as he is the only candidate.

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Mar 15th 2023, 3:18 PM

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# LOI

Bohs double down on community work with launch of new five-year strategy document

The Phibsborough club have employed the League of Ireland’s first full-time Football Social Responsibility Manager.

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Mar 14th 2023, 6:45 AM

# Tee to green

Lowry, McIlroy and Power have issues to solve as the Masters hovers into view

Only Lowry made the cut at the Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass.

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Mar 13th 2023, 5:24 PM

# in the medals

Rising star Rhasidat Adeleke takes home silver at NCAA Championships in Albuquerque

It took a sensational run from Britton Wilson to deny Adeleke gold.

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Mar 12th 2023, 7:12 AM

# On the box

TV Wrap: A farcical Match of the Day broadcast reflects terribly on the BBC

The iconic show was cut to 20 minutes last night, and was shown without commentary, punditry or interviews.

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Mar 12th 2023, 7:05 AM

# in the medals

Rising star Rhasidat Adeleke forced to settle for silver at NCAA Championships

It took a sensational run from Britton Wilson to deny Adeleke gold.

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Mar 11th 2023, 11:38 PM

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# Homeward Bound

Done deal: Katie Taylor to face Chantelle Cameron in homecoming fight at 3Arena

Taylor will step up in weight to face English-born Cameron on 20 May.

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Mar 11th 2023, 9:45 PM

# Homeward Bound

Done deal: Katie Taylor to face Chantelle Cameron in homecoming fight at 3Arena

Taylor will step up in weight to face English-born Cameron on 20 May.

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Mar 11th 2023, 9:25 PM

# Championship wrap

Burnley continue promotion stroll, Irish underage striker helps Preston to win

Kevin Long also got a rare goal in an important win for Birmingham.

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Mar 11th 2023, 5:33 PM

# Battling Back

Gutsy Lowry makes cut at Players Championship but McIlroy goes home

Seamus Power also missed the cut as the second round was belatedly finished today.

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Mar 11th 2023, 4:02 PM

# Reaction

Tim Clancy: Jeering Pat's fans 'well within their rights to express their opinions'

Pat’s were booed off after a 2-0 loss at home to Bohemians, a third defeat in a week.

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Mar 11th 2023, 9:01 AM

# Runners and Riders

Who is best-placed to finish in the Premier League's top four?

Who is most likely to qualify for next season’s Champions League? And are Brighton true contenders?

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Mar 11th 2023, 8:30 AM

# moving on up

Bohs go top of the league and complete a horror week for Pat's

Pat’s fell to a third-straight defeat with a 2-0 loss to Declan Devine’s Bohemians.

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Mar 10th 2023, 9:53 PM

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# mason builds a lead

15-year-old Melia hits hat-trick as Irish U17s take step closer to Euros qualification

A 3-0 win over Ukraine leaves the Irish U17s on the cusp of qualification.

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Mar 10th 2023, 4:01 PM

# poor fan turnout

Irish athletes to turn up their heating to prepare for Paris Olympics without air conditioning

The Games’ commitment to sustainability means there will be no air con in the athlete’s village.

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Updated

Mar 8th 2023, 8:33 AM

# shrouded in doubt

Boxing likely to remain on schedule for 2024 Olympics but in serious peril for 2028

There are also concerns that lightweight rowing – in which Ireland have won medals in Rio and in Tokyo – will be removed from the 2028 Games.

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Mar 7th 2023, 11:00 PM

# new ground

FAI and IFA announce new cross-border women's football competition

The 16-team competition will take place during the break for the Women’s World Cup.

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Mar 6th 2023, 12:45 PM

# globetrotting

Praise for Festy Ebosele after making full Serie A debut

The Wexford defender started Udinese’s 0-0 draw away to Atalanta.

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Updated

Mar 6th 2023, 12:09 PM

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Tyrone come good and Mayo's big step: Allianz Football League talking points

We review the main talking points from round five of the Allianz Football League, including Mayo’s big step towards the Division 1 final and Tyrone finding form to defeat Kerry.

# Cutting The Mustard

Seamus Coleman wins Match of the Day's Goal of the Month award

Coleman’s tight-angled volley against Leeds made him the seventh Irish winner of the BBC award.

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Mar 6th 2023, 11:29 AM