Bell selects WU17s squad for Elite Round
In the Qualifying Round, Ireland were one of the stand-out teams as they scored 12 goals in three victories in Turner's Cross to top Group 10. It was a testament to Bell's diligent coaching that they...
View ArticleWalking Football hits new stride for women
Walking Football, as the name implies, is a slower version of the beautiful game. It is a new exercise concept, which was launched in Galway by Croi in association with the FAI. It’s a non-contact form...
View ArticleFAI programmes having big impact for girls
In Dublin, FAI Football Development officer, Tommy Carberry has been working with local schools running a girls' schools programme in Sheriff Street, since October 2015. Initial developments began...
View ArticleRuddy focused on opening game with WU17s
Dave Bell's team have set out with a mission to win all three Elite Round games in Group 4 - against Serbia, Scotland and Hungary - to reach this summer's tournament in Czech Republic. But nobody is...
View ArticleBreen excited about challenge with CP team
Breen takes over the role from Barry Ferguson, who stepped down after last summer's Paralympic Games in Rio, and the former Kilbarrack United coach is eager to make his own stamp on the team.Assisted...
View ArticleIreland Schools secure John Read Cup
The late winner came courtesy of substitute Sophie Liston (Scoil Mhuire agus Ide, Newcastle West) right on the full time mark. The game seemed to be destined for penalties as Jess Brown’s equaliser was...
View ArticleO'Neill selects squad for Wales & Iceland games
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill unveiled a 39-man provisional squad for the March games against Wales and Iceland at Aviva Stadium.O'Neill revealed his selection at 'Three' Headquarters as...
View ArticleKillarney Celtic to face Sheriff YC in FAI Junior Cup semi-finals
In Saturday evening’s game before a crowd of 1,600 at Celtic Park, Killarney secured a semi-final spot for the first time in their history thanks to a late extra-time winner in their 2-1 victory over...
View ArticleREPORT: McEvoy nets in WU17s win over Serbia
Dave Bell's team set out for these qualifiers with the intention of taking it one game at a time - refusing to look beyond their first match, which happened to be against hosts Serbia in Stara...
View ArticleIrish Colleges and Universities 2-0 Defence Forces
The opening quarter saw the Forces start strongly with a quick tempo to prevent Greg Yelverton’s team from settling into the game but could not produce any clear-cut opportunities with Craig Shortt...
View ArticleNominees for 'Three' FAI International Football Awards
The shortlist for the 2016 'Three' FAI International Football Awards has been unveiled ahead of the ceremony taking place in RTE Studios on Sunday, 19 March.This year's ceremony - which will be the...
View ArticleIreland U17s ready for Elite Round opener
The Irish team meet the Faroes in the Cypriot coastal city of Paphos (Kick-off is 12.15pm Irish time) looking for a strong start in the mini-tournament.The Group winners and seven runners-up with the...
View ArticleToland eyes next level with WU17s
A 1-0 win over Serbia propelled Dave Bell's squad to the top of Group 4, however midfield ace Toland sees more benefit in working harder rather than basking in the glory of an opening win. As far as...
View ArticleKing announces Under 21 squad for Kosovo qualifier
The Irish team will host the Kosovans at Tallaght Stadium on Saturday, 25 March, kick-off 13:00, in their opening game of the 2019 UEFA U21 Championships qualifiers.Italy and San Marino will co-host...
View ArticleSSE Airtricity League clubs awarded licences for 2017
The following licences were awarded:Premier Division Bohemian FC, Bray Wanderers FC, Cork City FC, Derry City FC, Drogheda United FC, Dundalk FC, Finn Harps FC, Galway United FC, Limerick FC, Longford...
View ArticleIrish Daily Mail FAI Cup Qualifying Round draw
The draw for the qualifying round of the Irish Daily Mail FAI Cup has taken place. The draw, which took place at FAI HQ and was attended by club officials from 16 intermediate teams and four junior...
View ArticleFAI supports unique charity event
Milo sadly passed away last August aged 65 after a short battle with Cancer following his diagnosis shortly after travelling around France to support the Boys in Green during last summer’s UEFA EURO...
View ArticleREPORT: U17s beat Faroes 4-0 in opener
Colin O’Brien’s side scored two goals either side of half-time to claim all three points. Brighton’s Aaron Connolly bagged two first-half goals with Adam Idah and Jordan Doherty scoring early in the...
View ArticleREPORT: Scoreless draw keeps WU17s in hunt
Having beaten Serbia in their opening game in Group 4, Ireland were quietly confident of matching their opponents in this encounter. And so that proved to be the case.Dave Bell knows how good his young...
View ArticleU17s to face Slovakia in vital UEFA Qualifier
A victory for Colin O’Brien’s side could potentially seal their place in the finals in Croatia as the Slovaks beat mini-tournament hosts Cyprus on day one after the Irish beat the Faroe Islands 4-0.But...
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