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# hammer and tongs

'It was up to me to show them what I can do' - Ireland star marks long-awaited return with POTM award

Glasgow-born Ruesha Littlejohn sparkled in last night’s Euro 2021 qualifier win.

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Mar 6th 2020, 7:15 AM

# vera era

Ireland boss Pauw: 'I am too proud of this team to call it relief. It was a battle and we deserved to win'

The Girls In Green held on for a crucial victory over the Greeks in Euro 2021 qualification.

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Mar 5th 2020, 10:40 PM

# Update

Ireland without Brighton star for crucial Euro qualifiers, business as usual amid coronavirus fears

Another record crowd at Tallaght Stadium is expected for the Greece tie on Thursday night, with over 5,000 tickets gone.

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Mar 2nd 2020, 2:17 PM

# dutch courage

The former Dutch goalkeeper and his classmate on a 'mission' to get Ireland to Euro 2021

Ireland women’s goalkeeping coach Jan Willem van Ede is Vera Pauw’s right-hand man in the job.

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Feb 26th 2020, 8:48 AM

# shine on

'I have a hurley over in Glasgow. It's nice to switch off from football and lose yourself in another sport'

Ireland striker Clare Shine opens a new season with Glasgow City tonight.

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Feb 21st 2020, 7:00 AM

# vera era

'We're waiting for answers' - Irish-eligible trio may come into fold for crunch Euro qualifiers

Vera Pauw on the situation regarding three potential newcomers, the ‘honesty’ of the FAI through turbulent times and the relief now.

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Feb 20th 2020, 6:15 AM

# Home and Away

Pauw pleased with Ireland star's move to Brighton, but offers advice for Man City youngster

The Ireland manager also provided an update on her work on the development of women’s football on these shores.

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Feb 19th 2020, 9:24 PM

# 100 back in

'We're very happy that she's taken the risk to take this path for us' - Ireland boss welcomes centurion's U-turn

Áine O’Gorman has ended her international retirement, but there’s bad injury news on Manchester City star Megan Campbell.

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Feb 19th 2020, 7:53 PM

# vera era

Pauw's Ireland battle to big Euro 2021 qualifier win in front of record crowd

Rianna Jarrett was excellent as the Girls in Green beat second seeds Ukraine 3-2 at Tallaght Stadium.

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Oct 8th 2019, 9:49 PM

# coygig

The addition of 'fantastic' Gleeson, tuition from ex-boss Bell and transition to Irish culture

Ireland face Ukraine in a crunch, sold-out Euro 2021 qualifier at Tallaght Stadium tonight in Vera Pauw’s first game in charge.

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Oct 8th 2019, 7:15 AM

# every ticket counts

'Everybody, please come. We need that stadium packed. Ireland needs you'

Vera Pauw’s Ireland are eyeing a ‘positive result’ in tomorrow night’s crunch Euro 2021 qualifier against Ukraine, with a record attendance on the cards.

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Oct 7th 2019, 1:28 PM

# WNT

Pragmatic Vera Pauw aiming to leave lasting impact on women's football in Ireland

The new Irish manager has a clearly-defined approach to next month’s crucial Euro 2021 qualifier with Ukraine.

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Sep 27th 2019, 7:00 AM

# interesting mix

Absentees return as Ireland boss Pauw names first squad for Euro 2021 qualifier

2014 FAI Player of the Year Julie-Ann Russell is one interesting inclusion in the 23-strong group.

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Sep 26th 2019, 3:04 PM

# Pauw Patrol

Boost for Ireland as star duo Kiernan and Campbell return with Euro 2021 qualifier around the corner

18-year-old Tyler Toland made her Man City debut, while there’s some concern for key defender Louise Quinn.

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Sep 23rd 2019, 8:13 PM

# Euro Vision

'It's about building morale and backing ourselves that little bit more that we can do it'

A winning start for Ireland on the road to England 2021 last night, but definitely not the most convincing performance.

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Sep 4th 2019, 3:00 PM

# WNT

Ex-Dutch coach Vera Pauw appointed as new manager of Irish women's national team

The experienced coach succeeds Colin Bell after Tom O’Connor’s caretaker stint.

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Sep 4th 2019, 10:33 AM

# WNT

Ireland full of belief and ready to 'embrace' next chapter as road to Euro 2021 begins

The Girls in Green open their campaign in Tallaght on Tuesday night as they look to reach a first-ever major tournament.

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Aug 31st 2019, 7:30 AM

# club and country

'As a lifelong Liverpool supporter, to get vice-captaincy means a lot to me'

Now, Ireland and Reds star Niamh Fahey is hoping to achieve another lifelong dream, and reach a first-ever major tournament in Euro 2021.

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Aug 28th 2019, 3:55 PM

# Stateside

Brighton star Connolly out of Ireland's LA friendly against world champions

The women’s national team trained at the Rose Bowl ahead of Sunday’s game against USA.

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Aug 2nd 2019, 9:21 PM

# WNT

Ireland without a new manager for friendly against world champions

Colin Bell’s former assistant Tom O’Connor takes interim charge for the trip to California.

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Jul 26th 2019, 3:00 PM

# Free-to-air

RTÉ to show Ireland U19 Euros matches and senior women's qualifiers

The national broadcaster has announced plans to air several international matches over the coming months.

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Jul 8th 2019, 11:29 AM

# Parting ways

FAI could not meet Colin Bell's financial demands as Ireland boss leaves for Huddersfield

Bell resigned his role as Women’s National Team manager yesterday to join Huddersfield Town.

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Jun 30th 2019, 6:42 PM

# WNT

Blow for Ireland women's side as manager Colin Bell makes surprise exit

The coach will take up a job with Huddersfield Town.

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Jun 29th 2019, 10:42 AM

# WNT

'We’re going to watch the World Cup with a determination that when the Euros come around - we'll be there'

After missing out on this summer’s finals, Amber Barrett says the Ireland WNT will use their World Cup heartbreak to build for the future.

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Apr 27th 2019, 7:33 AM

# 17 again

'I couldn't ask for any more to be honest... I'm living my dream, as cringe as that sounds'

Isibeal Atkinson’s rise has been meteoric, and she appears to have a very bright future ahead.

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Mar 28th 2019, 8:30 PM

# Rising Star

'He told me that I was Ireland captain and then the Debs went out the window!'

FAI U19 Player of the Year Niamh Farrelly has had a remarkable rise through the ranks.

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Mar 21st 2019, 6:50 PM

# WNT

US-born Le Havre goalkeeper and talented U17 duo called up to Ireland squad

Colin Bell has named 20 players to attend the final training camp of 2018.

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Nov 5th 2018, 12:28 PM

# Cup final

Parrock strike proves decisive as Wexford Youths seal league and cup double at the Aviva

Tom Elmes’ side secured the Women’s FAI Cup on Sunday afternoon to add to their Women’s National League title.

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Nov 4th 2018, 2:03 PM

# Goal Machine

'In PE class a fella turns around and says: lads she’s playing in the Aviva next week, so go easy on the tackles'

Ireland and Peamount United striker Amber Barrett looks ahead to today’s Women’s FAI Cup final and reflects on a whirlwind 18 months.

51.1k

Nov 4th 2018, 7:30 AM

# Tom Elmes

'I was standing on a cottage roof, freezing to death, shovelling snow. I think: do you want to go back to that?'

Wexford Youths manager Tom Elmes moved to Ireland aged 21 from Birmingham. On Sunday he will try and secure a league and cup double at the Aviva Stadium.

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Nov 3rd 2018, 9:00 AM

# Cup final

'Losing 5-0 on telly was demoralising... but we knew if we got another crack at a cup final we'd give it a good lash'

Wexford captain Kylie Murphy looks ahead to Sunday’s Women’s FAI Cup final against Peamount United.

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Nov 1st 2018, 1:36 PM

# in and out of football

'It kept me mentally occupied... I wasn't just sitting around twiddling my thumbs'

Stephanie Roche talks injuries, Italy, punditry and her lifelong dream with Ireland.

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Oct 13th 2018, 7:30 AM

# well beaten

Long-range screamer lights up disappointing night as Ireland humbled by Poland

The Girls in Green were on the wrong end of a 4-0 scoreline.

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Oct 9th 2018, 7:02 PM

# WNT

LIVE: Watch Ireland's women take on Poland

Colin Bell’s side were involved in a friendly this evening.

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Oct 9th 2018, 4:45 PM

# Top Bins

Pick that one out! Screamers from Kiernan and McCabe put Ireland in control at Tallaght

While Ireland cannot qualify for the World Cup, they have made a strong star to their last qualifier tie against Northern Ireland.

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Aug 31st 2018, 6:34 PM

# WNT

16-year-old Shels striker in line for international debut in Ireland's final World Cup qualifier

Jessica Ziu has been called into Colin Bell’s squad for the clash with Northern Ireland.

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Aug 24th 2018, 3:08 PM

# the wait goes on

World Cup dream comes to heartbreaking end as Ireland fall just short in Norway

The game finished 1-0, with Caroline Graham Hansen hitting home from the spot.

18.7k

Jun 12th 2018, 8:00 PM

# WNT

Ireland's World Cup qualification hopes dealt a blow with Norway defeat

A brace from Lisa-Marie Utland saw Colin Bell’s team go down in this evening’s qualifier.

18.1k

Jun 8th 2018, 7:26 PM

# girls in green

'We want to upset the big two' - Ireland begin double-header with Norway on World Cup mission

Colin Bell’s side are back in action at Tallaght Stadium this evening before travelling to Stavanger to face the top seeds again on Tuesday.

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Jun 8th 2018, 6:30 AM

# WNT

Player of the year Scott back to boost Ireland for crucial World Cup qualifiers

Colin Bell has named his squad for next week’s double-header against Norway.

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May 30th 2018, 6:13 PM