#League of Ireland
FAI medical director hopes to see players tested before return to training
Dr Alan Byrne is keen on gathering data so football can discover where its ‘acceptable risk’ lies.
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87% of League of Ireland players in favour of return to training and games
92% of players surveyed by the PFAI are ‘agreeable to weekly or biweekly testing for Covid-19 throughout the season’.
Derry City declare support for all-island league, urge other clubs to follow
‘We would encourage other clubs to acknowledge the fragility of the present arrangements,’ say the Candystripes as they give unwavering support for a new format.
FAI trying to find 'soft landing' for League of Ireland but uncertainty reigns over its return - Quinn
The Interim Deputy CEO of the FAI was speaking on RTÉ 2fm’s Game On this evening.
Waterford FC become the latest club to 'temporarily' lay off players and coaching staff
The League of Ireland club have followed the decision made by Sligo Rovers and St Patrick’s Athletic recently.
'Dad got me a guitar to keep me out of pubs at Blackburn. Who knew it would put me in them 20 years later'
Ex-League of Ireland forward Robbie Doyle has moved into the music industry since retiring from football at 28.
'I was shaking and crying. But I somehow managed to ask: ‘Can I still play sport?’'
Cork City Women’s coach Áine O’Donovan on being diagnosed with JIA.
League of Ireland clubs to consider proposal for games behind closed doors
Working document ‘offers a real platform for debate about a return to football’, says Niall Quinn.
Bohemians offer fans the chance to buy a piece of Dalymount Park history
A dressing room brick will set you back €59.
Quinn: FAI looking at streaming League of Ireland matches behind a paywall
St Patrick’s Athletic president Tom O’Mahony believes playing behind closed doors is not an option, however.
'There's no security' - Testing times for Irish footballers
Shelbourne’s Karl Moore on the difficulties facing domestic players.
St Patrick's Athletic forced to lay off players and coaching staff temporarily
The SSE Airtricity League Premier Division club has released a statement after yesterday’s government announcement.
FAI 'seek clarity' from government over mass gatherings ruling
The association are unsure what today’s announcement will mean for future League of Ireland fixtures and international matches.
Coming up against a great Liverpool side, breaking records and trying to get Stephen Cluxton to play soccer
Former Dundalk, UCD and Shamrock Rovers star Alan O’Neill looks back on his remarkable career in the game.
Cork City put Turner's Cross naming rights up for sale
The SSE Airtricity League club is offering a number of commercial opportunities.
How the 'lowest moment' of his life shaped a future Ireland manager
Killian Brennan and Billy Dennehy recall playing under Stephen Kenny during a turbulent spell at Shamrock Rovers.
When a League of Ireland side travelled to a 'war zone' for a game against Iraq
The World Cup warm-up match for the Iraqi team was part of the birthday celebrations of Saddam Hussein.
Seamus Coleman donation to League of Ireland emergency fund helps total exceed €30,000
‘An incredible gesture from an incredible man and leader’ – Part of the statement from Integrity Sports, which represents James McClean and Enda Stevens.
'My mother realised I can’t be eating tins of biscuits' - Ex-Cork City defender McCarthy on being back home
The 21-year-old has been speaking about his experiences in the Scottish Premiership since joining St Mirren in January.
Fights in the showers, porn on the bus and winners on the pitch - How Shels made Double history in 2000
Pat Scully, Paul Doolin, Richie Baker, Dave Campbell and Alan Mathews reveal all about the team that started a dynasty in Drumcondra.
'We're all missing social contact, gatherings and friends now. Football will be important on our way back'
John O’Sullivan looks at how this unprecedented period will affect Ireland’s top clubs and the people involved.
Losing our wages is far from ideal but there are bigger concerns now
Cork City FC captain Gearóid Morrissey shares his thoughts on the impact of Covid-19.
'You have to help the doctors and nurses whatever way you can' - The LOI legend working at Tallaght Hospital
Conor Kenna, a Premier Divison title winner with St Patrick’s Athletic, retired this season and now finds himself playing a part in Tallaght Hospital’s fight against Covid-19.
From The42 
McGuinness hoping for 'game changer' income support to help LOI to survive
‘Clubs are now waiting to see if there will be more support coming. They will be able pay this week and then we will have to wait to see what comes next.’
Bohemians to honour contracts with players and staff
The club said the contracts will have “a small amendment to factor in that the season has been extended by an extra six weeks.”
Surfing in Strandhill, selling Hugo Boss and Joey Ndo's smile - How Sligo Rovers became champions in 2012
The Bit O’Red’s former players and manager recall how bonds were formed and memories of a lifetime made en route to winning the club’s first title in 35 years.
Cork City to stop paying wages of players and staff
With the League of Ireland on hold, the club have failed to find a means of replacing the revenue that would have been generated by match days.
'Everyone must help. If you don't take it seriously and catch the virus you'll pass it on and harm people'
Jack Byrne and Graham Burke explain the importance of isolating to fight Covid-19 after contributing to a €25,000 emergency fund for fellow League of Ireland players.
'Hopefully people will remember to be there for each other and not tear each other down after all this'
James McClean tells The42 why he felt compelled to contribute to a €25,000 League of Ireland emergency fund, and his hope that it will lead to further support.
Sligo boss Liam Buckley supports club's decision to temporarily layoff all staff due to league shutdown
‘It’s the right thing to do, the players understand that… but the uncertainty is a disaster and hopefully it’s over sooner rather than later,’ he said.
Sligo Rovers announce temporary layoffs for all management, players and administration staff
The Premier Division club made the decision following ‘intensive talks involving the National League Executive Committee, the PFAI and FAI.’
League of Ireland's scheduled April return 'looks unlikely'
The FAI’s deputy CEO Niall Quinn also admitted new plans to hold Ireland’s Euros play-off semi-final with Slovakia in June were ‘aspirational’.
Drogheda United did not consult players ahead of decision to stop wages
Club officials have apologised for how they handled the situation.
Drogheda confirm they have suspended payments to players and staff
All football in Ireland has been postponed until at least 29 March.
Bohemians launch new blue and yellow kit
Keith Long’s side were due to wear it for the first time last Friday, but SSE Airtricity League fixtures have been postponed.
FAI asks all clubs to cease collective training during season hiatus
The FAI’s medical director Dr Alan Byrne ‘strongly advises against training during this cessation period’, clubs were told today.
'Our treasurer is doing some number-crunching on how long we can survive'
Cork City chairman Declan Carey on the financial strain his club is under and the initiatives being undertaken to lessen these problems.
'He said I could stay with his family for a little bit. I've just kind of stayed ever since'
Jaze Kabia tells The42 why Shelbourne is like a second family and how his mother helps him deal with the psychological battles for a footballer.
From The42
PFAI chasing €1m Uefa loan to help clubs through shutdown crisis
Irish players union worried about League of Ireland players being paid if government extends ban on large public gatherings beyond 29 March.
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