World Cup play-offs explained: Wales, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland's route in? How Nations League influences next year's finals

For the first time, UEFA will have 16 representatives at the World Cup - 12 will qualify automatically, with 16 whittled down to four through a play-off route which includes four teams eligible throug

Andorra U21 v Republic of Ireland U21

Darius Lipsiuc (Republic of Ireland U21) right footed shot from the right side of the box is saved in the top right corner by Marc de Castro (Andorra U21). Assisted

Republic of Ireland U21s humiliated as Andorra hit four in disastrous European Championship qualifier collapse

THE Ireland Under-21s suffered an embarrassing 4-0 defeat in Andorra that damaged their hopes of reaching the 2027 European Championships. Jim Crawford’s side knew that a victory was crucial

Who is Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott?

TROY PARROTT scored a brilliant hat-trick in the Republic of Ireland’s crucial 3-2 win over Hungary. The striker was in tears at full-time as he netted a dramatic 96th-minute winner to keep

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - who impressed you?

Who has impressed you? Has anyone stood out? Have your say on Republic of Ireland's performance against Hungary with our player rater.
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