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Limerick eligible to apply for SSE Airtricity League licence, FAI confirms
The club had taken legal action over the threat of exclusion from the competition.
One of his first memories is holding a football, another is being sent to a foster home
Reflecting on a traumatic childhood in care, Mikey Place is glad to be home with Galway United and determined to be an example to kids like him.
Discussions between Limerick and the FAI over league exclusion ongoing, High Court hears
The Munster club have not been granted a licence to play in the SSE Airtricity League First Division this season.
'He’s going to be a great addition' - Bohemians add St Pat's defender Kelly to their squad
The 21-year-old has made the short move across the Liffey ahead of the new campaign.
One more year: Russell to continue player/assistant manager role at Sligo
‘No-brainer’ to keep the 34-year-old involved in Sligo’s playing squad, says Liam Buckley.
Limerick United accepted into underage leagues amid plans to form senior side
The news comes following the folding of Limerick FC.
Lotto winner Kevin O'Connor going back to basics with his first love in football
The 24-year-old has six months left on his Preston North End contract and is aiming to revitalise his career with Waterford.
Cocaine, concussion and creating a new future top of upcoming PFA Ireland agenda
General secretary Stephen McGuinness admits the lack of knowledge and attitudes towards recreational drugs is a “serious concern” as the PFAI prepare to visit clubs next week.
Former Rangers star Billy King the latest arrival at St Patrick's Athletic
Manager Stephen O’Donnell continues to put his stamp on the club ahead of the new season with another new signing.
League of Ireland duo complete moves to St Mirren
Jamie McGrath and Conor McCarthy have been snapped up by the Scottish Premiership club.
O'Connor returns to Waterford on loan from Preston North End
The former Republic of Ireland U21 international is to embark on a second stint at the RSC.
The Derry Pele: Candystripes announce McCourt as club's new technical director
Paddy McCourt undertakes a new role at the League of Ireland club.
'A clean slate' - Cork City complete signing of former Reading striker from Derry
Conor Davis believes it’s ‘a great chance for me to kick on in my career.’
Shamrock Rovers snap up Rhys Marshall for 'acceptable financial deal'
The versatile 24-year-old will play his final game for Glenavon when they face Coleraine tomorrow.
Significant departures for Pat's and Sligo as Drennan and Parkes move on
Mikey Drennan and Romeo Parkes have bid farewell to St Patrick’s Athletic and Sligo Rovers respectively.
3 League of Ireland players who moved abroad in 2019 and 3 who could follow in 2020
Jack Byrne and others who could potentially make the switch.
First Division clubs unanimously opposed to inclusion of Premier 'B' teams
The second-tier clubs say they won’t be used as a vehicle for Premier Division sides to develop players.
'I don’t think I was able to develop into the type of man I could have been'
Karl Sheppard reflects on the effects that his time in England had, as well as a history-making spell with Shamrock Rovers and the most intense League of Ireland rivalry of the last 10 years.
'I'll never have one single regret that I haven't gone away to England'
Sean Gannon on establishing his reputation at Dundalk as the League of Ireland’s top full-back.
Treacy steps down as Dundalk chairman after two years with club
Treacy will be succeeded in the position by Bill Hulsizer.
'I wouldn’t have had it any other way' - how coming through League of Ireland helped make Damien Delaney
Cork City legend Neal Horgan discusses the importance of the League of Ireland with former-international.
Connolly to make League of Ireland return with Finn Harps after year out
The 27-year-old is ‘buzzing’ to line out once more after focusing on work commitments in 2019.
'Brendan Rodgers could have changed my whole career; I'm so glad that he didn't'
Dane Massey reflects – in his own words – on the genius of Stephen Kenny over the last decade, the power of being a hero and why a life in England was never for him.
From Tallaght to Cape Verde: A League of Ireland star's remarkable 12 months
Roberto Lopes on a year in which he won the FAI Cup with Shamrock Rovers and made his international debut.
Cork City sign former Anderlecht and Forest goalkeeper as Ryan departs
Central defender Alan Bennett, meanwhile, has signed on as a player-coach for 2020.
Dublin Derby the pick of the bunch on opening night as 2020 League of Ireland fixtures released
Elsewhere Cork City host Shelbourne, while Dundalk are at home to Derry City.
Bermo in Ballyer: A morning with the St Pat's captain back at his old primary school
In a week when the Minister for Sport, Shane Ross, can so casually discuss the potential collapse of the League of Ireland, this is a timely reminder of the good being done by clubs in communities.
'I feel totally let down but it's time for players and clubs to take control of Irish football's future'
Dundalk skipper Brian Gartland says despite the anger he feels after watching today’s proceedings, the League of Ireland has an opportunity to evolve.
Power confirms he will continue to fund Waterford with Reynolds remaining as manager
The Blues owner considered his future after the club were denied a place in the Europa League due to a technicality.
Dundalk, Rovers and Bohs honoured as nominees for prestigious LOI awards announced
Players and managers have been put forward for Personality of the Year and Goalkeeper of the Year.
Bohemians tie down Paddy Kirk to avoid further left back woes
The 21-year-old was understudy to Republic of Ireland U21 international Darragh Leahy last season, making 15 appearances throughout the campaign.
Shamrock Rovers release new purple away jersey for 2020
After finishing runners-up to Dundalk last term, the 2019 FAI Cup winners will be aiming to go one better in the Premier Division in 2020.
Ireland U21 winger Zack Elbouzedi completes League One switch
Lincoln City have signed Elbouzedi after agreeing an undisclosed compensation fee with Waterford.
Bohemians welcome back Prodigal Son Casey as they confirm signing from Cork
As reported by The42 on Wednesday, Keith Long has been able to convince Casey to return to Dalymount Park ahead of the 2020 campaign.
Waterford release new home jersey for 2020
The Blues will wear an all-blue Umbro strip again next season.
UCD appoint former Shamrock Rovers and Drogheda United striker Myler as new manager
The 43-year-old began his League of Ireland career with the Students.
Ireland U21 defender Leahy joins Dundalk from Bohemians
The former Coventry City full-back has signed a two-year deal with the Premier Division champions.
Limerick manager Tommy Barrett admits he's not surprised by the club's imminent demise
Speaking to Off the Ball this evening, Barrett said it was a “huge blow” as the county now faces the prospect of no League of Ireland club for the first time since 1937.
Limerick FC set to be liquidated
The SSE Airtricity League club is on the verge of extinction after a court hearing in Ennis today.
American midfielder Seymore joins Sligo Rovers
Liam Buckley says the 27-year-old has all the attributes to succeed in the League of Ireland.
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