Classy Collins comes from a family steeped in football at home and abroad
The glass-doored lift situated in the centre of the 24-storey Baku Hilton, the base for the Ireland team on their stay in Azerbaijan, offers guests...
St Mirren's Jamie McGrath reveals he almost got arrested on last visit to Azerbaijan as he prepares to return with Ireland
St Mirren midfielder Jamie McGrath will return to Azerbaijan hoping the trip is less eventful than his last visit.
Preview: Azerbaijan vs. Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Azerbaijan and Republic of Ireland, including predictions, team news...
Celtic star Liam Scales called up to Ireland squad for Azerbaijan and Qatar double-header
CELTIC defender Liam Scales has been called up to the Ireland national team for their double-header with Azerbaijan and Qatar. The 23-year-old...
St Mirren man Jamie McGrath reveals he nearly got ARRESTED in Azerbaijan as he gets set for Ireland return
The midfielder heads back to Azerbaijan for the first time since he was playing for Dundalk in 2019 - and he's hoping for better luck this time.
Liam Scales called into Ireland squad for World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan
UNCAPPED defender Liam Scales has been drafted into the Ireland squad as defensive cover for Saturday's World Cup tie in Azerbaijan.
'I nearly got arrested!' - Ireland's Jamie McGrath on his last visit to Azerbaijan
The midfielder was with Dundalk at the time and an interview almost went badly wrong before the Champions League clash with Qarabag
Ex-Dundalk star McGrath hoping to avoid run-in with the police in Azerbaijan as Ireland seek morale-boosting win in Baku
JAMIE McGRATH feared he was going to be arrested on his first trip to Baku — now he hopes it will be the latest step in his development. The St...
‘We will make life difficult for Ireland’ says Azerbaijan boss
Azerbaijan have vowed to “make life difficult” for Ireland in Baku on Saturday as Stephen Kenny’s side search for their first competitive win of...
'I just don't know why they took a more relaxed approach' - PFAI chief Stephen McGuinness on Premier League's Covid stance
Callum Robinson is one of a number of players in Stephen Kenny's Ireland squad in Azerbaijan who have not been double-jabbed
Gavin Bazunu reveals Manchester City transfer stance as he plots his future amid Portsmouth loan
The 19-year-old goalkeeper is currently away with the Republic of Ireland for games against Azerbaijan and Qatar that will continue his impressive...
Ireland manager Stephen Kenny admits he’s ‘not above criticism’
Callum Robinson calls for patience ahead of trip to Azerbaijan
Ireland manager Stephen Kenny admits he’s ‘not above criticism’ ahead of Azerbaijan clash
Callum Robinson calls for patience ahead of trip to Baku
In form Callum Robinson hoping to make impact on Ireland return
WBA star Callum Robinson is hoping to make a striking impression as he returns to Stephen Kenny’s squad for this week’s World Cup qualification...
Ryan Manning an injury concern ahead of Azerbaijan clash
But Shane Duffy and Aaron Connolly returned to take a full part in today's training session in Dublin
What channel is Azerbaijan vs Republic of Ireland on? TV and live stream info for the game
Stephen Kenny's side were held to a 1-1 draw when the sides met at the Aviva Stadium.
Azerbaijan v Ireland date, kick-off time, TV channel and stream information, betting odds and more
The Boys in Green travel to Baku for a World Cup qualifier
Ireland Keeper Gavin Bazunu ready to move ‘to the next level’ ahead of World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan
GAVIN BAZUNU is not one for standing still. He could be forgiven for getting his teenage kicks from being Ireland’s first-choice goalkeeper at just...
Gavin Bazunu eyeing up Manchester City starting spot in future as he focuses on Azerbaijan
Bazunu is back in the Ireland set up as he continues his sharp rise to the top.
Solving goal struggle holds key to Stephen Kenny’s future as Ireland boss
When the Serbian squad, still cranky at the loss of two World Cup points in Dublin last month, gathered in Belgrade over the last 24 hours to...
'We're not even thinking about that' - Bazunu not bothered by speculation around Kenny's future
Ireland’s teenage goalkeeper says all focus is on Saturday’s qualifier with Azerbaijan.
Matt Doherty hopes Stephen Kenny is in charge of Ireland ‘for a long time’
The Tottenham defender is backing the boss ahead of Saturday's qualifier in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan v Ireland: Team news, TV details and kick-off time
Ireland are back in action this week as they take on Azerbaijan in a World Cup qualifier. The...
Forget philosophy - any sort of win will do for Stephen Kenny and Ireland this week
The Ireland manager is in a strange type of limbo and needs a result against Azerbaijan
Nathan Collins enjoys Premier League debut for Burnley ahead of World Cup qualifier
Uuncapped duo Nathan Collins and Will Keane reported for international duty today ahead of Saturday’s World Cup qualifier in Azerbaijan on a high...
Stephen Kenny must get results to realise his dream
Azerbaijan ahoy! Baku here we come. The Ireland squad will be flying out there later this week for a World Cup qualifier next Saturday that is a...
‘People would be following us’: How Joe Kendrick’s Azerbaijan move turned into a nightmare
Former Drogheda player’s move to Neftçi PFK quickly turned sinister after arrival
The Ireland team Stephen Kenny should pick against Azerbaijan
The team to get the job done. Last month saw Ireland draw 1-1 at home against Azerbaijan, in...
‘A very clever player’ - Stephen Kenny explains Will Keane selection
Ireland manager says ‘we need to turn our draws into wins’ against Azerbaijan
Wigan striker Keane handed first Ireland call-up
Wigan striker Will Keane has been given his first call-up for the Republic of Ireland for their matches against Azerbaijan and Qatar in October.
Will Keane included in 26-man Ireland squad
Will Keane has received his first Republic of Ireland call-up in Stephen Kenny's 26-man squad for the upcoming games against Azerbaijan and Qatar
Stephen Kenny names 26-man Ireland squad for Azerbaijan qualifier
Wigan Athletic striker Will Keane earns his first call-up as Jason Knight returns to fold
Wigan striker Will Keane earns first call up as Stephen Kenny names Ireland squad for Azerbaijan qualifier
Ireland manager Stephen Kenny has named 26-man squad for the upcoming games against Azerbaijan and Qatar.
Republic of Ireland squad – Seamus Coleman and Darren Randolph out as Will Keane gets first call up by Stephen Kenny
SEAMUS COLEMAN will miss Ireland’s World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan as he has not been included in Stephen Kenny’s squad due to injury. While...
Ireland squad for Azerbaijan and Qatar games: LIVE updates as Stephen Kenny names panel
Ireland face Azerbaijan on October 9 before taking on Qatar three days later
Séamus Coleman set to miss Azerbaijan qualifier as Stephen Kenny prepares to name his Ireland squad
Stephen Kenny expects to lose his battle to have captain Séamus Coleman available for next week’s World Cup qualifier away to Azerbaijan.
Shane Duffy the stand-out as Ireland boss Stephen Kenny weighs up slim pickings for Azerbaijan trip
A midweek scouting mission for Stephen Kenny, the last game he attended before picking his squad for a World Cup qualifier away to Azerbaijan, took...
Séamus Coleman set to miss Azerbaijan qualifer as Stephen Kenny prepares to name his Ireland squad
Stephen Kenny expects to lose his battle to have captain Séamus Coleman available for next week’s World Cup qualifier away to Azerbaijan.
Darragh Lenihan out of the picture for Ireland's World Cup clash with Azerbaijan
The injured Blackburn defender's last involvement in Stephen Kenny's squad was in March
Ireland boost: Enda Stevens back in training and pencilled in to play as early as next week
ENDA Stevens is back in training with Sheffield United, in a boost for Stephen Kenny ahead of next month's World Cup qualifier away to Azerbaijan.
OFFICIAL - Keisuke Honda restarts from Lithuania
Keisuke Honda restarts from Lithuania. After his adventure at Neftci Baku, in Azerbaijan, the Japanese attacking midfielder has signed with FK...
OFFICIAL - Former AC Milan restarts from Lithuania
Keisuke Honda restarts from Lithuania. Free after the end of his adventure at Neftçi Baku, in Azerbaijan, the Japanese attacking midfielder has...
Bernardo Silva shines to break Leicester resistance in glittering show
There is more than one Manchester club with a brilliant Portuguese forward. Fresh from scoring for his country in Azerbaijan in midweek after...
73% duels won: Man City dynamo with 120 touches will have wowed Pep with performance - opinion
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola will have been delighted with the performances of his players in Portugal’s 3-0 win over Azerbaijan on Tuesday....
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes mobbed by fans wanting selfie during Portugal game
Bruno Fernandes was in excellent form for Portugal against Azerbaijan but he was mobbed by four fans who were desperate for a selfie during the game
Man City ace Joao Cancelo wows fans with double nutmeg in 3-0 Portugal win
The 27-year-old right-back also grabbed an assist as Portugal won away to Azerbaijan in World Cup qualifying on Tuesday night to go above Serbia...
Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes mobbed by fans mid-game desperate for a selfie
The Manchester United talisman played a starring role as Portugal beat Azerbaijan in Baku in Bruno Fernandes' final game before linking up with...
Portugal Player Ratings vs Azerbaijan: 9/10 duo Cancelo, Bruno Fernandes stun; rest get between 6 and 8
Joao Cancelo and Bruno Fernandes were in stunning form as Portugal cruised to a 3-0 win over Azerbaijan on Tuesday.
'Ronaldo can retire' - Liverpool fans react to Diogo Jota's goal and assist for Portugal
With Cristiano Ronaldo suspended, Jota excelled in attack for the Selecao in their 3-0 win over Azerbaijan on Tuesday night
Republic of Ireland 1-1 Serbia: Milenkovic own goal cancels out Milinkovic-Savic's first-half header
Stephen Kenny's men came into the match after a disappointing 1-1 stalemate with Azerbaijan and fell behind to Sergej Milinkovic-Savic's first-half...
Bruno Fernandes mobbed for selfie during Portugal’s win over Azerbaijan
The Man Utd star was not impressed
NATIONS - Qualif 2022: Portugal wins quietly in Azerbaijan
Portugal continues. After a sluggish victory against Ireland (2-1), Fernando Santos' men quietly won in Baku, against Azerbaijan.
Fans invade pitch to take selfies with Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes during Portugal’s clash with Azerbaijan in Baku
THIS is the moment footy fans invaded the pitch to take selfies with Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes. The incident happened on Tuesday as...
Portugal overcomes Ronaldo’s absence, beats Azerbaijan 3-0
Portugal has overcome the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo to comfortably defeat Azerbaijan 3-0 and take the lead in its World Cup qualifying group
Diogo Jota and Bernardo Silva fill Cristiano Ronaldo’s sizeable boots as Liverpool and Man City pair score in Portugal victory
Portugal may have gone into the World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan without Cristiano Ronaldo but they needn’t have worried. Manchester United’s...
Portugal fans evade security to take selfies with Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes mid-game
Portugal's World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan had to be stopped as a group of fans evaded security at the Baku Olympic Stadium to take a selfie...
Azerbaijan 0-3 Portugal: Jota seals comfortable victory despite absence of suspended Ronaldo
Portugal leapfrogged Serbia to take top spot in World Cup qualifying Group A after a comfortable victory in Baku on Tuesday night.
Jota on target as Portugal put three past Azerbaijan
"World Cup Qualification UEFA, Baku Olympic Stadium - Azerbaijan 0 Portugal 3 (B. Silva 26, Silva 31, Jota 75)"
Azerbaijan 0-3 Portugal: Portugal beat Azerbaijan to go top of group
A 3-0 victory over Azerbaijan moves Portugal to the top of Group A - but automatic World Cup qualification remains in the balance.
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Aaron Connolly left out of Ireland matchday squad for Serbia clash
The Brighton striker is not in the 23-man squad for the match after playing against both Portugal and Azerbaijan in the past week
Azerbaijan vs Portugal LIVE: Stream, TV channel, score and teams with Ronaldo OUT – World Cup qualifier latest updates
PORTUGAL take on Azerbaijan in Baku as they look to go top of World Cup qualifying Group A. Cristiano Ronaldo inspired his nation to a 2-1 win over...
Cristiano Ronaldo joins Man Utd training session and meets Solskjaer at Carrington ahead of Newcastle clash
CRISTIANO RONALDO returned to Manchester United’s Carrington training base today. Having been suspended for Portugal’s clash with Azerbaijan...
Azerbaijan vs Portugal: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for World Cup 2022 qualifier
PORTUGAL head to Azerbaijan without Cristiano Ronaldo as they look to leapfrog Serbia at the top of World Cup qualifying Group A. Fernando Santos’...
Azerbaijan vs Portugal Preview: Probable Lineups, Prediction, Tactics, Team News & Key Stats
Portugal will be aiming to end the international break with a third successive win when they face Azerbaijan in Baku on Tuesday.
Ireland vs Serbia: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for World Cup qualifier
IRELAND take on Group A World Cup qualifying leaders Serbia in their final clash of the international break. The Irish lost 2-1 to Portugal in...
'He got his team selection wrong and I worry that he got it wrong for the wrong reasons'
The Republic of Ireland’s draw with Azerbaijan was dissected on the latest episode of The Football Family.