SCOUTING REPORT | McCarthy happy Randolph’s a Hammer again
The Irish goalkeeper is on the verge of a move back to the Hammers from Middlesbrough with McCarthy’s full blessing.“I have spoken to Darren and I am delighted for him that he has got this move,”...
View ArticleRoy Barrett appointed as FAI Independent Chairperson
Catherine Guy and Liz Joyce are also joining the Board of the FAI as Independent Directors. The appointments were ratified at a meeting of the FAI Board in Dublin, following recommendations received...
View ArticleIreland U15: Donohue names first squad of 2020
Ireland have a 100% record this season and beat England 3-1 at St George’s Park in their most recent game in December.They face Australia Under-16s at FAI National Training Centre, Abbotstown on...
View ArticleKenny lends support for Grassroots Fingal Futsal
Now in its 12th year, the programme caters for young players from Under-8 to U-11 to help showcase their skills in an environment similar to some of the world's most technical players.Four venues are...
View ArticleIreland U16: Four new faces for Turkey tournament
The Under-16 side will face Tanzania, Turkey and Kosovo in the Aegean Cup before competing in a play-off game on Tuesday, January 21. The squad includes first international call-ups for St Patrick’s...
View ArticleFAI Junior Cup Seventh Round Draw
20 teams were in the draw for the eight ties, with Fifth and Sixth Round matches still awaiting completion.Greencastle FC knocked out 2019 champions St. Michael's in the Sixth Round, and will be away...
View ArticleIreland U16: Nevin nets winner on debut against Tanzania
Cork City’s Nevin, netted the only goal of the game in the 76th minute as Paul Osam’s side began the tournament in the perfect fashion – they face host nation Turkey in the next game on Thursday.Nevin...
View ArticleWNT striker opens up on mental health
I can only imagine the thoughts running through your head with the world seemingly at your feet at such a young age. It will feel like everyone you meet already has high expectations of you, and with...
View ArticleSCOUTING REPORT McCarthy happy Randolph’s a Hammer again
The Irish goalkeeper is on the verge of a move back to the Hammers from Middlesbrough with McCarthy’s full blessing. “I have spoken to Darren and I am delighted for him that he has got this move,”...
View ArticleParkvale FC earn FAI Club Mark
The club were formed and competed in the AFL in the 1995/96 season. In 2000, their junior section was established. Currently there are 170 members playing football weekly in the club, with 30+ players...
View ArticleTactical Insight | Stephen Kenny's #IRLU21 SoccerBox
In the 30-minute episode, the Ireland U-21 boss looks through every match of the year and goes in-depth with his tactical analysis of how the squad achieved their fantastic results last year.Ireland...
View ArticleIreland U16: Irish side suffer 1-0 defeat to Turkey
Fenerbahce forward Melih Bostan scored, what proved to be the only goal of the game, in the first half as Paul Osam's team were unfortunate to come away with the loss.Ireland did well to nullify a...
View ArticleFAI confirms candidates for election of new President
Following nominations sought from members, Martin Heraghty and Gerry McAnaney will contest the election for this position at the EGM on Saturday, January 25th.Below are biographies for the two...
View ArticleIreland U15: 2-0 win for Ireland over Australia U17s
Two second half goals from Kevin Zefi and Alex Nolan – his first for his country - secured the victory meaning Jason Donohue’s team have now won seven out of seven internationals this season.Ireland...
View ArticleIreland U16: Ireland put four past Kosovo
Two goals from Dara McGuinness – his first goals for Ireland – along with finishes from Thomas Lonergan and Jamie Mullins gave Paul Osam’s side a comprehensive win.Ireland were without Darragh Reilly...
View ArticleIreland Schools topple Australia in Whitehall
Ahern was one of several players that Ireland head coach William O’Connor introduced at the break as he juggled his squad in an effort to break the deadlock after a scoreless opening half.The Limerick...
View ArticleApplications open for UEFA Pro Licence Course
The 2020-2022 edition will be the seventh time that the FAI has hosted the course, and follows on from the 2019-2020 group, who will graduate later this year.“We recently opened an expression of...
View ArticleIreland U16: Osam's side prepare for Aegean Cup playoff
Ireland will take on Albania tomorrow (Tuesday, January 21) at 9am (Irish time) as they look to end the tournament on a high note after victories against Tanzania and Kosovo and an impressive...
View ArticleGary Owens appointed FAI Interim CEO
In the meantime, the FAI board tonight approved the appointment of Gary Owens as Interim Chief Executive with immediate effect.Gary Owens is a highly experienced leader and non-executive director with...
View ArticleIreland U16: Win secures third place for Irish team
Goals from Edwin Agbaje, Glory Nzingo and Thomas Lonergan saw Paul Osam’s team end the tournament on a high securing a medal place in the 3rd/4th playoff. The young Irish side were also awarded the...
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