Soccer - August August 2025
League of Ireland provides inspiration and hope for a better future
European achievements of Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne come as revered figure Ollie Horgan was celebrated.
British Army has no place sponsoring Premier League games on Sky Sports
Sky this season announced the British Army as one of the new sponsors of their Premier League coverage, a decision which shows disregard for their Irish subscribers.
Rovers crown historic night for Irish football with upset of Santa Clara
Rovers will return to the Conference League proper thanks to a gutsy goalless draw against their Portuguese opponents.
Masterful Shelbourne secure Conference League qualification with class and composure
Goals from Harry Wood and Ali Coote earned a 5-1 aggregate win over Linfield.
John Martin in final talks to become new FAI chief football officer
It’s understood the 45-year-old Kildare man will be confirmed as Marc Canham’s permanent successor.
Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers united in their focus to seize European opportunity
Stephen Bradley and Joey O’Brien have brought their teams to the cusp of League of Ireland history in Uefa Conference League.
League Two Grimsby stun Man United in EFL Cup
The underdogs prevailed after an 18-minute penalty shootout.
'If we don’t take a long-term approach now we will never fix it' - FAI on funding for player development
Audit of academies throughout the country lays bare challenges ahead of submissions to Government.
Athlone Town's Champions League hopes ended but European run continues
Colin Fortune’s side beaten 3-1 by Icelandic champions Breiðablik in the Netherlands.
Athlone Town target more history on 'special' Champions League journey
Colin Fortune’s side face Icelandic champions Breiðablik in the Netherlands tomorrow afternoon.
Building World Cup momentum vital for Ireland after five years of losing starts to qualifiers
Manager Heimir Hallgrímsson has placed faith in maturity of squad ahead of next month’s opening games.

