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Denise O’Sullivan to miss Sweden rematch after knee injury

Both Denise O’Sullivan with a knee injury and Ruesha Littlejohn with an Achilles issue missed Ireland’s 0-3 defeat to Sweden Friday, and it’s confirmed O’Sullivan will not be recovered in time for the rematch Tuesday. Eileen Gleeson, however, had some positives to take away from the heavy defeat. Ireland had some significant chances in the first half when both Amber …

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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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Ireland WNT squad announcement: First call up for Dolan as Littlejohn & Stapleton return

The Ireland Women’s National Team will finish off their 2023/24 UEFA Nations League campaign with games against Hungary and Northern Ireland. Interim Head Coach Eileen Gleeson has picked 26 players for the two games, starting with Hungary in Tallaght Stadium on Friday, December 1 and then concluding with Northern Ireland in the National Stadium, Belfast on Tuesday, December 5. There …

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6 things we learned from Ruesha Littlejohn and Lucy Quinn ’s 1st podcast

Ruesha Littlejohn and Lucy Quinn ’s first podcast dropped yesterday, encapsulating their friendship and quick-witted nature in an easily digestible format, while also shedding light on their insider secrets into the reality behind women’s football. The Irish duo have linked up with 90minFootball to launch the ‘Life’s a Pitch’ show, which is set to come out on a biweekly basis. …

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Irish WNT: Which Players Are Currently Injured?

Photo by Stephen McCarthy As the season continues and the UEFA Nations League B Window picks up pace, Ireland’s women’s national soccer team (WNT) is ready to continue their winning streak.  Unfortunately, multiple WNT members have succumbed to injuries, forcing them to temporarily take a step back. Here are the Irish internationals that are currently injured. Niamh Fahey  The Liverpool …

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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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Ireland and Northern Ireland Squads announced for UEFA Nations League opening games

Interim Head Coach Eileen Gleeson, who takes the role after Vera Pauw’s controversial exit, has selected her 25-player Ireland WNT squad for the opening games of the inaugural UEFA Nations League. New Northern Ireland manager Tanya Oxtoby has also named a 23-strong squad. Ireland will host Northern Ireland on Saturday, September 23 in Aviva Stadium to kick off their Group …

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The Biggest Irish International Transfers of the 2023-2024 Season

As the transfer window comes to a close on September 7th, several Irish international player transfers have stood out.  The World Cup showcased the raw potential of the Irish Women’s National team as they made their first ever appearance at the tournament. Needless to say, the World Cup having taken place weeks before the transfer window shed light on the …

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Ruesha Littlejohn Signs With London City Lionesses

Republic of Ireland midfielder, Ruesha Littlejohn has signed a 2-year contract with WSL Championship side London City Lionesses. She adds to the growing tally of Irish players at the club. Having been released by Aston Villa prior to the World Cup, Littlejohn had hoped to impress clubs as part of the Republic of Ireland Squad. London City Lionesses have been …

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Ireland Secure 3-2 Win Against Zambia In Women’s World Cup Preparations

Tallaght Stadium was buzzing Thursday night as 5732 gathered to watch Ireland take on Zambia in an international friendly ahead of the World Cup. Similarly to Ireland, this will also be Zambia’s first World Cup. Zambia was one of the first African nations to introduce women’s football in 1982. After competing at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and winning the COSAFA …

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