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Nominees announced for 35th FAI International Awards

The Football Association of Ireland has confirmed the nominees for the 35th edition of the FAI International Awards, set to take place on Friday, June 6th at the Aviva Stadium ahead of Ireland’s international friendly against Senegal. This year’s awards will honour standout performances from June 2024 to May 2025, recognising the achievements of players across all age levels in …

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WNT Squad Selected For UEFA Nations League Games

The Ireland Women’s National Team squad has been confirmed for their remaining UEFA Women’s Nations League Group 2 games away to Türkiye and home to Slovenia. Head Coach Carla Ward has selected 24 players for two games that Ireland need to win in order to have a chance of securing promotion to League A, as they currently trail Group leaders …

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Ireland’s Katie McCabe and Abbie Larkin talk Páirc Uí Chaoimh game excitement, “fangirling” over Rhasidat Adeleke and more

Ireland’s Katie McCabe and Abbie Larkin are living proof of the rise that has been witnessed in women’s sport over the last number of years, and although they’re key stakeholders in the journey, they’re also keen observers too. Speaking at the announcement of of Larkin’s as a new Cadbury ambassador for their Supporter & A Half Campaign, they marvelled at …

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Denise O’Sullivan and Tyler Toland sidelined with injuries ahead of Italy friendly

The Ireland Women’s National Team have updated their squad ahead of the International Friendlies against Italy and Cymru. Midfielders Denise O’Sullivan and Tyler Toland have been ruled out due to respective knee injuries with Peamount United duo Erin McLaughlin and Jess Fitzgerald brought in as replacements. It is a first senior call up for 17-year-old Lucan native Fitzgerald, who is promoted from the …

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Where the Irish WNT players transferred to before the window shut on deadline day

With silly season having come and gone, here’s a look at where the Irish WNT players transferred to before the window shut on deadline day. Tara O’Hanlon (Manchester City) Perhaps the most notable transfer of the window in Irish terms, teenager Tara O’Hanlon grabbed all the headlines when she signed for Manchester City on a 3.5 year deal last night. …

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Eileen Gleeson On Katie McCabe: “She’s In Her Prime Right Now”

Eileen Gleeson ‘s Ireland left the crowd cheering as they beat Albania 5-1 on Friday night in what was an epic show of strength and diverse play by the girls in green.  The team is no doubt hoping to continue this winning streak as they are set to play Albania’s team today yet again, but this time, on their home …

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Abbie Larkin: “It’s been a bit of a whirlwind…I was just ready for the next challenge”

It is clear that Abbie Larkin is a very talented player, with the year 2023 having been a testament to her exceptional abilities.  The 18 year old was one of the Irish national team’s youngest players called up to the FIFA World Cup Squad, and played in Australia. Following this momentous international tournament, she was included in the roster for …

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West Ham United’s Izzy Atkinson Is Hopeful For The Nations League Road Ahead

Izzy Atkinson has had a significant year playing for the Irish Women’s National Football team (WNT).  Ahead of the Ireland-Albania game, the 22 year old who plays for the Women’s Super League (WSL) side West Ham United, addressed a pre-match media conference on Monday. Having been called up to the 2023 FIFA World Cup squad, she participated in the international …

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Glasgow City’s Emily Whelan Is Ready For The Nations League Window

Emily Whelan has been called up to the Irish women’s national squad ahead of their match against Northern Ireland on 23 September. The 21 year old, who plays for Scottish side Glasgow city FC, was unfortunately not included in the Irish World Cup squad. While Whelan described the time as tough, she supported her counterparts and viewed this as an …

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Izzy Atkinson to replace injured Ruesha Littlejohn in Ireland Nations League Squad

Izzy Atkinson will link up with the Ireland Women’s National Team squad on Wednesday ahead of their Saturday UEFA Nations League opener against Northern Ireland Saturday. The game will take place in Aviva Stadium (KO 13:00) and will be broadcast live on RTE2. West Ham ace Atkinson replaces midfielder Ruesha Littlejohn who has returned to her club with to recover …

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