'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.
THE JOURNAL (IE Sep 6, 2021

Everton dealt injury blow over £4.5m-valued stalwart compared to Maldini and Ramos - report

Everton captain Seamus Captain is out of Republic of Ireland’s World Cup qualifier against Serbia on Tuesday after picking up an injury against...
FOOTBALL TRANSFER TAVERN Sep 6, 2021

Ruben Dias says Portugal 'aren't happy' after conceding four goals in four World Cup qualifiers

Portugal sit second in Group A with 10 points, trailing Serbia on goal difference heading into Tuesday's game in Azerbaijan and needed a Cristiano...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Sep 6, 2021

Ruben Dias urges leaky Portugal to tighten up in Azerbaijan

Defender Ruben Dias called on Portugal to tighten up at the back after shipping four goals in as many games during their 2022 World Cup qualifying...
INDIATIMES.COM Sep 6, 2021

James McClean says media ‘getting a kick’ out of Republic of Ireland struggles after Azerbaijan draw

Rebublic of Ireland veteran James McClean has told the young players in Stephen Kenny's squad to drown out the noise surrounding a struggling...
BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK Sep 6, 2021

Why isn’t Cristiano Ronaldo playing for Portugal against Azerbaijan and will he play for Man Utd against Newcastle?

PORTUGAL are heading to Azerbaijan for a crucial World Cup qualifier. But captain Cristiano Ronaldo will play no part despite his last gasp brace...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Sep 6, 2021

'We need to learn how to score when we’re on top' – Josh Cullen calls for more clinical Irish approach

A quick turnaround means there is no time for Ireland’s bruised players to feel sorry for themselves after Saturday’s disappointment at home to...
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 6, 2021

Josh Cullen says Ireland must turn good spells into wins with Kenny still trying to earn new deal

The Anderlecht midfielder holds up his hand and accepts blame for Azerbaijan opener
IRISH MIRROR Sep 6, 2021

More soul searching for Ireland as Azerbaijan nearly sack Dublin

Duffy’s late header spares serious blushes as Kenny’s side toil against team ranked 112th
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 6, 2021

We need to learn how to score when we’re on top – Josh Cullen

A quick turnaround means there is no time for Ireland’s bruised players to feel sorry for themselves after Saturday’s disappointment at home to...
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 6, 2021

Lack of coherent attacking plan leaves Azerbaijan with few questions to answer

Here’s a statistic to trouble Stephen Kenny. In 2021, Ireland have conceded the first goal in matches with Luxembourg, Andorra and Azerbaijan.
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 6, 2021

Ken Early: Ireland supporters must be patient with Stephen Kenny's team

It felt like this team was ready to shine. Then it just didn’t happen against Azerbaijan
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 5, 2021

Ken Early: Supporters must be patient with Ireland

It felt like this team was ready to shine. Then it just didn’t happen against Azerbaijan
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 5, 2021

Coleman to miss Serbia game due to injury

The Republic of Ireland captain suffered an injury during Saturday's game against Azerbaijan.
BREAKINGNEWS.IE Sep 5, 2021

Séamus Coleman ruled out of Ireland’s clash with Serbia

Republic captain picked up an injury during Saturday’s draw with Azerbaijan in Dublin
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 5, 2021

Brighton star Shane Duffy sends message after his latest goal for Republic of Ireland

Brighton & Hove Albion defender Shane Duffy was on target for Republic of Ireland in their World Cup qualifying match against Azerbaijan, his...
SUSSEXLIVE.CO.UK Sep 5, 2021

‘Although Ireland is far ahead of us in the FIFA rankings, this was not particularly noticeable on the pitch’

AZERBAIJAN coach Gianni di Biasi believes his side were denied a deserved victory away to Ireland and insists that his team made a mockery of the...
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 5, 2021

£2.7m-rated West Brom ace drops worrying injury update, Valerien Ismael will be fuming - opinion

West Bromwich Albion may have been dealt a major injury blow ahead of their upcoming Championship clash. What’s the latest? In recent comments...
FOOTBALLFANCAST Sep 5, 2021

Preview: Azerbaijan vs. Portugal - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Azerbaijan and Portugal, including predictions, team news and possible...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Sep 5, 2021

How Portugal could line up against Azerbaijan

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for Tuesday's World Cup 2022 qualifier against Azerbaijan.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Sep 5, 2021

Internationals - Bergwijn, Hojberg win, tough day for Doherty and Parrott

It was one of those days for Matt Doherty and Troy Parrott as the Republic of Ireland were held to a draw by Azerbaijan in World Cup qualifying on...
TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR (OFFICIAL SITE Sep 5, 2021

‘A real beast’ – Many West Brom fans react to player’s performance on international duty

A number of West Brom fans reacted to the performance of new signing Jayson Molumby during the Republic of Ireland’s 1-1 draw at home to Azerbaijan...
FOOTBALLLEAGUEWORLD.CO.UK Sep 5, 2021

Irish football must shed its knee-jerk hysteria when it comes to judging managers

The national team received heavy criticism following the draw with Azerbaijan.
THE JOURNAL (IE Sep 5, 2021

It is one step forward, two steps back for Ireland

It looked, at last, like Ireland, under Stephen Kenny, had turned a corner on Wednesday night in Portugal. But the verdict wouldn’t be in until...
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 5, 2021

Ireland remain winless after Azerbaijan draw

Ireland needed a late goal from defender Shane Duffy to snatch a 1-1 draw at home to Azerbaijan in their World Cup Group A qualifier.
ESPN Sep 5, 2021

World Cup qualifying roundup: Scotland & Netherlands win, Ireland & France draw

Ireland can only muster a draw against Azerbaijan, while Erling Haaland was on target for Norway yet again.
90MIN.COM Sep 4, 2021

Stephen Kenny defends record after Azerbaijan draw

Defender Shane Duffy levelled with just three minutes remaining at the Aviva.
BREAKINGNEWS.IE Sep 4, 2021

Boss Stephen Kenny defends record as Republic of Ireland draw with Azerbaijan

Defender Shane Duffy levelled with just three minutes remaining in Dublin.
THE INDEPENDENT Sep 4, 2021

‘We should have won’ insists Stephen Kenny after Azerbaijan draw

Ireland manager refuses to accept job is too big for him after 112th in world take a point
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 4, 2021

‘We are building a very good team’ – Stephen Kenny defends Ireland reign after disappointing Azerbaijan draw

Stephen Kenny defended his selection decisions and stood over the direction of his side following a deeply disappointing draw with Azerbaijan.
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 4, 2021

Republic of Ireland 1 Azerbaijan 1: Ireland player ratings

Patrick Madden runs the rule over Stephen Kenny’s side as they escape with a late point
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 4, 2021

Kevin Doyle criticises Stephen Kenny’s tactics following draw with Azerbaijan

“I thought some of the changes were unnecessary.” Kevin Doyle has criticised some of Stephen Kenny’s tactics following...
PUNDITARENA.COM Sep 4, 2021

Richard Dunne: 'This was Ireland going backwards again... there's no progress until we get points on the board'

Richard Dunne believes Ireland have gone 'backwards' as Stephen Kenny's wait for a first victory in a competitive match continued after a 1-1 draw...
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 4, 2021

Duffy header rescues Rep of Ireland from embarrassing defeat

Shane Duffy rescued the Republic of Ireland as they left it late to salvage a first point of the World Cup qualifying campaign with a 1-1 draw...
SKYSPORTS Sep 4, 2021

Richard Dunne fears Ireland are going backwards amid lowering expectations

A 1-1 draw with Azerbaijan at the Aviva has eliminated any faint hope of qualifying for the World Cup
IRISH MIRROR Sep 4, 2021

World Cup qualifiers roundup: Ireland rescue draw against Azerbaijan, Haaland scores again & more

World Cup qualifiers roundup: Ireland can only muster a draw against Azerbaijan, while Erling Haaland was on target for Norway yet again.
90MIN.COM Sep 4, 2021

Ireland vs Azerbaijan: Player ratings from the Aviva

Yet another disappointing result for Ireland. Stephen Kenny’s Ireland side needed a late Shane Duffy goal to rescue...
PUNDITARENA.COM Sep 4, 2021

The jury still out as Ireland slump to draw with Azerbaijan

Shane Duffy’s trademark late header spared some blushes but not the boos as sections of the support let their feelings be known on their return...
IRISH MIRROR Sep 4, 2021

Shane Duffy leaps late as Ireland salvage a draw with Azerbaijan

Stephen Kenny spared another chastening defeat as Republic finally earn first points
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 4, 2021

Former Celtic loan flop Shane Duffy pops up with last-gasp equaliser for Republic of Ireland vs Azerbaijan

SHANE DUFFY popped up with a last-gasp leveller which spared the Republic of Ireland’s blushes at home against Azerbaijan. Stephen Kenny’s men were...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Sep 4, 2021

Ireland player ratings: Few positive performances on dismal evening in Dublin

Here is how the Ireland players rated in the 1-1 draw with Azerbaijan at the Aviva Stadium,
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 4, 2021

Another setback for Stephen Kenny's Ireland era as late Shane Duffy header salvages draw against Azerbaijan

The full-time whistle was greeted by a smattering of boos and the type of silence that was supposed to be consigned to the past when the gates were...
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 4, 2021

HT: Mahmudov puts Azerbaijan ahead at the Aviva

The game is being played in the Aviva Stadium.
BREAKINGNEWS.IE Sep 4, 2021

Duffy rescues point but Ireland look doomed to miss Qatar already

"World Cup qualification UEFA, Group A – Republic of Ireland 1 (Duffy 87’) Azerbaijan (Mahmudov 45\u0027)"
EUROSPORT.CO.UK Sep 4, 2021

Ireland 1-1 Azerbaijan: Shane Duffy's late header saves a point for Stephen Kenny's side in Group A

Ireland could only draw 1-1 against Azerbaijan, ranked 112 in the world, thanks to Shane Duffy's last-gasp header in their World Cup qualifier at...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Sep 4, 2021

Ireland fans fearing the worst as Azerbaijan take half-time lead

With just one point to their name after four World Cup qualifiers, Ireland are in dire need of three points against a pointless Azerbaijan
IRISH MIRROR Sep 4, 2021

Republic vs Azerbaijan Live Scores

SKYSPORTS Sep 4, 2021

Republic of Ireland v Azerbaijan - Follow LIVE

"Follow live coverage..."
EUROSPORT.CO.UK Sep 4, 2021

Ex-PNE midfielder starts for Republic of Ireland against Azerbaijan as Alan Browne on the bench

The Irish take on Azerbaijan in Dublin aiming for their first win of their World Cup qualifying campaign
LANCS.LIVE Sep 4, 2021

Ireland v Azerbaijan LIVE updates, TV and stream info, kick-off time and more for World Cup qualifier

Ireland will play in front of a home crowd for the first time in almost two years in this evening's clash
IRISH MIRROR Sep 4, 2021

What channel is Republic of Ireland vs Azerbaijan on? TV and live stream info for the game

Stephen Kenny's men will be looking to erase the memory of Cristiano Ronaldo when they host Azerbaijan on Saturday - 5pm kick-off
BELFASTLIVE Sep 4, 2021

Azerbaijan: A guide to the country’s eventful soccer history

From a celebrity linesman to sponsoring Atlético, Ireland’s opponents have made their mark
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 4, 2021

Goals are the key for change in Ireland's fortunes now, says Matt Doherty

The experienced Spurs defender was on top form against Portugal and wants Stephen Kenny's side to build on that now by claiming a much-needed...
IRISH MIRROR Sep 4, 2021

Albion assess injured O’Shea

Dara O’Shea will miss the Republic of Ireland’s upcoming games against Azerbaijan and Serbia – but Albion still do not know the extent of his ankle...
SHROPSHIRESTAR.COM Sep 4, 2021

Doherty: Irish confidence will be ‘sky-high’ for Azerbaijan clash

Player’s classy display on left shows both him and Coleman can be accommodated in squad
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 3, 2021

Kenny backs Ireland’s youngsters to end miserable run in Azerbaijan clash

Manager can ‘see players emerging’ following impressive display in defeat to Portugal
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 3, 2021

Matt Doherty insists Ireland's World Cup hopes are not 'dead and buried'

Ireland face Azerbaijan and Serbia in Dublin as they attempt to rekindle their campaign.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Sep 3, 2021

Ireland v Azerbaijan: Time, channel, team news

The Republic of Ireland welcome Azerbaijan to the Aviva Stadium tomorrow, the first international to be played in front of supporters since the...
BREAKINGNEWS.IE Sep 3, 2021

Matt Doherty insists Ireland’s World Cup hopes are not ‘dead and buried’

Ireland face Azerbaijan and Serbia in Dublin as they attempt to rekindle their campaign.
THE INDEPENDENT Sep 3, 2021

Ireland v Azerbaijan: TV channel details & kick-off time for World Cup qualifier

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifier between the Republic of...
PUNDITARENA.COM Sep 3, 2021

Prediction: Ireland vs Azerbaijan

SOCCERNEWS.COM Sep 3, 2021

Scales receives first Republic of Ireland call-up

Celtic defender Liam Scales has been called up by the Republic of Ireland squad for the first time with Alan Browne and Callum Robinson also...
SKYSPORTS Sep 3, 2021

'It's a proud night for the players' - Stephen Kenny and Matt Doherty relishing the return of Ireland fans

Stephen Kenny is prepared to put Callum Robinson into his side for tomorrow's World Cup qualifier with Azerbaijan after the West Brom striker's...
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 3, 2021

Build on Portugal performance - Ireland talking points ahead of Azerbaijan game

Both sides go into the game still looking for their first points of the campaign.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Sep 3, 2021

Celtic new boy Liam Scales handed Republic of Ireland call-up as he earns chance to win maiden cap

CELTIC new boy Liam Scales has been handed a chance to win his maiden cap for the Republic of Ireland. The left back, who sealed his £600,000 move...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Sep 3, 2021

Matt Doherty fit for Azerbaijan clash after claiming his body 'shut down' against Portugal

'It is difficult and it does hurt,' says Doherty of the 2-1 loss in Faro, but he hopes the presence of Ireland supporters in the Aviva Stadium...
IRISH MIRROR Sep 3, 2021

Boost for Stephen Kenny as Callum Robinson returns to Ireland squad for Azerbaijan and Serbia qualifiers

STEPHEN Kenny has called up Liam Scales and added Callum Robinson and Alan Browne to his squad for the two World Cup qualifiers against Azerbaijan...
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 3, 2021

Callum Robinson returns to Ireland squad for Azerbaijan and Serbia

West Brom team mate Dara O’Shea ruled out after picking up an injury in Portugal defeat
THE IRISH TIMES Sep 3, 2021

Liam Scales caps off memorable week as Celtic new boy earns Ireland call

The defender has been called up to Stephen Kenny's squad ahead of games against Azerbaijan and Serbia.
GLASGOWLIVE Sep 3, 2021

'Stick with us and have faith in what we're doing' - Gavin Bazunu

Ireland's new No 1 insists the Boys in Green can bounce back and beat Azerbaijan tomorrow
IRISH MIRROR Sep 3, 2021

Stephen Kenny waits on Callum Robinson news as focus turns to Azerbaijan

Callum Robinson is expected to deliver a boost for Stephen Kenny by coming into the equation for the Dublin double-header with Azerbaijan and Serbia.
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 3, 2021

Man Utd's Ronaldo released early by Portugal

With a suspension making him unavailable to face Azerbaijan next week, Portugal have allowed Cristiano Ronaldo to leave the squad.
BEIN SPORTS Sep 2, 2021

Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo apologises to Portugal team-mates for yellow card incident

Manchester United striker Cristiano Ronaldo will miss Portugal's World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan on Tuesday evening through suspension.
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS Sep 2, 2021

Preview: Republic of Ireland vs. Azerbaijan - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Republic of Ireland and Azerbaijan, including predictions, team news...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Sep 2, 2021

'Massive!' - Manchester United fans have Cristiano Ronaldo theory as he is handed Portugal ban

Cristiano Ronaldo will miss Portugal's World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan on Tuesday after being booked late on in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the...
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS Sep 2, 2021
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