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Emma Doherty Named Premier Division Player of the Month

Galway United forward Emma Doherty has been crowned the SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division Player of the Month for March 2025, following a standout run of form that has helped propel her side into the early title conversation. The Donegal native netted three goals in as many games during the month, including a well-taken brace against DLR Waves and a …

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2025 Women’s All-Island Cup Draw Revealed

The draw for the 2025 All-Island Cup was made ahead of the competition getting underway in April. All 12 teams from the SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division will be involved alongside the top teams from the Sports Direct Women’s Premiership. https://www.instagram.com/p/DHYrCMwsC53/ Champions Galway United were drawn into Group C alongside Cliftonville Ladies, Cork City and Peamount United. Group A will …

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Ireland U19s ready to kick off Euro campaign against Spain on Monday

The Ireland Women’s Under-19s kick off their 2024 UEFA Women’s Under-19 European Championships campaign on Monday against holders Spain. The first game in Group B will be played in the Futbolo Stadionas Marijampolėje in Lithuania as Dave Connell’s squad aim to get off to a positive start. This is just the second time that the Ireland WU19 will have competed in …

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Ireland U19s qualify for European Championships for first time since 2014

The Ireland Women’s Under 19s have qualified for the UEFA Women’s Under-19 European Championships for the first time since 2014. After beating Iceland 4-1 in their opening Group A2 game, the Girls in Green overcame Austria 1-0 on Saturday to qualify for the finals tournament in Lithuania. A second-half goal from Shamrock Rovers forward Joy Ralph proved to be the …

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5 things to look forward to in this year’s Women’s Premier Division

The League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division kicks off tomorrow, Saturday the 8th of March, and as comes with every season, there’s a renewed air of optimism and excitement looming. With some new faces, increased investment and overall a more competitive league across the board there’s a lot up for grabs. Here’s five things to look forward to in this …

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Peamount United sweep Women’s Premier Division awards

After finishing six points ahead of Shelbourne to win their first league title since 2020, Peamount United was expected to dominate at the Women’s Premier Division awards ceremony, held in Clontarf Castle on Nov. 23, and that proved true as Sadhbh Doyle won Player of the Year, James O’Callaghan won Manager of the Year, and Niamh Reid-Burke won the Golden …

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Peamount United lift trophy after final round of Women’s Premier Division

Peamount United lifted the SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division trophy for the fourth time in their history following a 6-1 win over Sligo Rovers at PRL Park. Goals from Jess Fitzgerald (2), Ellen Dolan (2), Erin McLaughlin and Avril Brierley saw James O’Callaghan’s team collect their 17th win of the season and sign off in style in front of 1,059 spectators and the …

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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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Shelbourne to face Athlone Town in FAI Cup final

Shelbourne will get the opportunity to retain the 2023 Sports Direct Women’s FAI Cup after setting up a repeat of last year’s final against Athlone Town. Goals from Christie Gray and Hannah Healy secured a 2-0 triumph over Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght Stadium to ensure Shelbourne made it back to the showpiece event for a second year running. In the …

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U19 Northern Ireland defeat Ireland 1-0 in International Friendly

A late goal from Kerri Halliday saw Northern Ireland claim a 1-0 victory over Ireland Women’s Under-19s in an International Friendly in Danny Blanchflower Stadium, Belfast. After beating Wales twice in two games in Wrexham, Dave Connell’s squad finished off a busy international window with this game that was affected by strong windy conditions. Ireland were the better of the …

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