From The 42
Soccer - Last year 2025
No men's international in over 40 years: How Limerick became Irish football's great underperformer
We look at the structural and historical reasons behind Limerick’s great failure to contribute to the Irish national team – and determine what should be done to fix things.
Shamrock Rovers resume European run hoping to find feet quickly in Norway
Stephen Bradley’s side face Molde FK in the first leg of their Uefa Conference League play-off this evening.
- Ward to 'look after the bigger picture' amidst strong quartet of coaching staff.
- Recently-retired players set to be utilised in set-up.
- Former Aston Villa and Birmingham boss hails returning Ruesha Littlejohn.
Jude Bellingham scores 92nd-minute winner as City collapse leaves them on brink of Euro exit
Erling Haaland scored twice to give hosts 2-1 lead before Real Madrid’s dramatic turnaround in final stages.
Charlton's Melisa Filis called up as Carla Ward names first Ireland squad
Ireland face Türkiye and Slovenia in Nations League openers.
Mipo Odubeko idolised neighbour Robbie Keane and now has kindred spirit in boss Damien Duff
The new Shelbourne strike opens up on the connection that he believes can make him a Republic of Ireland international.
What can we expect as Carla Ward names her first Ireland squad?
The new head coach is due to unveil her selection tomorrow morning.


