In-form Luton defender Lockyer earns Wales call-up for Euro qualifiers with Croatia and Latvia

Centre half rewarded for his sparkling form this season
LUTON TODAY Mar 14, 2023

David Brooks hails ‘special’ Liverpool win as Bournemouth star returned for first time in 529 days after cancer battle

DAVID BROOKS hailed the ‘special' feeling of returning to Bournemouth's squad for the first time in 529 days following his cancer diagnosis. The...
THE SUN Mar 13, 2023

Forest attacker Johnson struggling with injury

Brennan Johnson has given Wales an injury worry before Tuesday's squad announcement for Euro 2024 qualifiers against Croatia and Latvia. Read more...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Mar 12, 2023

What will Stephen Kenny’s Ireland squad look like for daunting Euro qualifier against France?

Ferguson and Cullen will be key, but who else will be selected for Latvia friendly and huge test against Mbappé et al?
THE IRISH TIMES Mar 11, 2023

Celtic winger eyeing Republic of Ireland debut after switching allegiance from Scotland

Celtic winger Mikey Johnston could be in line to make his Republic of Ireland debut against Latvia or France this month after receiving...
SCOTSMAN.COM Mar 8, 2023

Celtic star Mikey Johnston in line to feature for Ireland against France in Euro qualifier after getting FIFA clearance

CELTIC star Mikey Johnston could feature in Ireland’s Euro 2024 qualifier against France after receiving FIFA clearance. The 23-year-old has...
THESUN.IE Mar 8, 2023

Celtic winger Mikey Johnston declares for Ireland after receiving Fifa clearance

23-year-old set to come straight into Stephen Kenny’s side for games against Latvia and France
THE IRISH TIMES Mar 8, 2023

Celtic star Mikey Johnston declares allegiance to Republic of Ireland as he reveals pride in Derry roots

MIKEY JOHNSTON has declared his delight at receiving Republic of Ireland call-up clearance and pledged to do his family proud. The Celtic winger...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Mar 8, 2023

Man Utd coach Eric Ramsay ‘overcame hurdle’ to join Wales staff after Erik ten Hag gave green light following talks

ERIK TEN HAG gave Manchester United first-team coach Eric Ramsay the green light to join Wales. Ramsay will combine his Old Trafford role with the...
THE SUN Mar 3, 2023

Highly-rated Man Utd coach Eric Ramsay lands new role as national team assistant manager

MANCHESTER UNITED first-team coach Eric Ramsay will combine his Old Trafford role with Wales after being appointed as Robert Page’s assistant...
THE SUN Mar 2, 2023

Celtic winger Mikey Johnston ready to ‘make Ireland move’ and confirm international switch

CELTIC winger Mikey Johnston is already on loan in Portugal – but he could be ready to make a bold team switch, according to a report. The...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Mar 1, 2023

I’m a Scottish boxer who went toe-to-toe with Tommy Fury, here’s who I’m tipping in big bout with YouTube star Jake Paul

BOXER Jordan Grant has backed Tommy Fury to take care of business against Jake Paul tomorrow night. The Scots scrapper, 25, lost on points to...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Feb 25, 2023

Stephen Kenny will be made to sweat with FIFA set to clamp down on loan transfer market that has boosted Ireland so much

THE loan market has often been important to keep Ireland players in credit. Whether it was Mick McCarthy moving on loan to Millwall ahead of Italia...
THESUN.IE Feb 25, 2023

Man Utd legend named Republic of Ireland assistant manager working under Stephen Kenny having shone as U21s No2

MANCHESTER UNITED legend John O’Shea has been named Stephen Kenny’s Republic of Ireland No2 having shone as the U21’s assistant. The ex-defender...
THE SUN Feb 22, 2023

Ireland to face Italy once again in Euro qualifying

Ireland's U21s have been drawn against Italy, Norway, Turkey, Latvia and San Marino in the race for Euro 2025
IRISH MIRROR Feb 2, 2023

Italy up again for Ireland after tough U21 European qualifying draw

Ireland’s U-21 side face more battles with Italy if they are to qualify for the European Championship finals in 2025 with other games against...
INDEPENDENT.IE Feb 2, 2023

Latvian police raided bank owned by ex-trustee of King Charles' charity who owned Blackpool FC

in Riga, Latvia, the special forces broke into the Baltic International Bank, owned by Valery Belokon (pictured), a Latvian businessman who has a...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jan 27, 2023

DONE DEAL: Spezia sign Latvian striker Raimonds Krollis from Valmiera FC

Spezia have clinched the signing of Latvian striker Raimonds Krollis on a permanent basis from Valmiera FC. Read more on Tribal Football
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Jan 21, 2023

Dainis Kristopans will leave the capital club in June

The Latvian, who joined Paris Saint-Germain in July 2020, will leave the club at the end of the current season.
PSG.FR Jan 12, 2023

Dainis named in Round 15's Best 7

A great match cannot be won without great individual performances, and Dainis Kristopans' turn was instrumental in Paris Saint-Germain Handball's...
PSG.FR Dec 23, 2022

Gary Anderson sees off Madars Razma as Flying Scotsman survives World Championship shootout despite shaky form

Anderson advanced to round three as he survived some scares against Latvian Razma.
DAILY RECORD Dec 22, 2022

Latvia confirmed as Ireland’s first opponents of 2023

The friendly clash in March serves as preparation for the Euro 2024 qualifier with France five days later
IRISH MIRROR Dec 21, 2022

Republic of Ireland announce March friendly against Latvia

Stephen Kenny’s side start their Euro 2024 qualifiers against France five days later.
THE INDEPENDENT Dec 21, 2022

Ireland to face Latvia in March before Euro 2024 visit of France to Dublin

Latvia will be Ireland's first opponents of 2023 with an international friendly at the Aviva Stadium in March, the FAI have confirmed.
INDEPENDENT.IE Dec 21, 2022

FAI line up Latvia for Dublin warm-up ahead of France clash

Ireland are one of six European sides not in Euro 2024 qualification action in the first round of fixtures, so will play a friendly while France...
IRISH MIRROR Nov 21, 2022

Preview: Latvia vs. Estonia - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Baltic Cup clash between Latvia and Estonia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Nov 14, 2022

Hearts 2-1 RFS

A second Europa Conference League group stage win for the Jambos as they defeated Latvian side RFS 2-1 at Tynecastle on Thursday 27th October 2022,...
FOOTBALLNEWS Oct 29, 2022

Hearts debrief: Sibbick the lion; Better atmosphere; Grant's back-heel;

A look back at the final Europa Conference League Group A match at Tynecastle, where Hearts beat Rigas Futbola Skola (RFS) of Latvia 2-1 thanks to...
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Oct 28, 2022

Robbie Neilson on why Hearts' RFS display was disappointing, man of match Toby Sibbick and Stephen Kingsley injury

The Jambos beat the Latvians for a second time but the boss felt they could've handled the game better after their two goals
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Oct 27, 2022

Robbie Neilson admits Hearts transfer hope after RFS win banks Europa Conference League windfall

The Jambos beat the Latvians 2-1 at Tynecastle thanks to goals from Lawrence Shankland and Andy Halliday.
DAILY RECORD Oct 27, 2022

Hearts 2-1 RFS: Talking points and ratings as Jambos finally win with Toby Sibbick outstanding

The Jambos got their first win in over a month as they did the double against the Latvians
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Oct 27, 2022

3 talking points as Lawrence Shankland continues Hearts scoring streak on nervy Conference League night

It looked like being a cruise under the lights against RFS but Hearts were in a game against the Latvians at Tynecastle.
DAILY RECORD Oct 27, 2022

How to watch Hearts vs RFS tonight: TV channel, live stream and kick off details for the Europa Conference league clash

It is a big night in Gorgie for Robbie Neilson's side as they welcome the Latvian side to the capital.
DAILY RECORD Oct 27, 2022

Hearts v RFS: TV channel; kick-off time; team news; form guide; odds

Hearts continue their Europa Conference League campaign at home to RFS from Latvia on Thursday. Here is all you need to know:
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Oct 26, 2022

Hearts hope to avoid a European exit before they play RFS - but the club are already planning a Continental return

A point in Italy against Fiorentina and a draw with Istanbul Basaksehir in Riga proves RFS can hustle far more illustrious opponents. Visiting...
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Oct 26, 2022

Craig Halkett Hearts return vs RFS WASN'T rushed as he reveals Toby Sibbick advice

The defender returned in Latvia after a month out and ended up pulling up again
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Oct 26, 2022

We’ll fight tooth and nail to keep our crown, states bullish Healy

In August, Linfield were set to make history by becoming the first Irish League side to qualify for the group stages in Europe, only to concede in...
BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK Oct 25, 2022

From Wembley to Latvia

Jesse Marsch might not be excited about a League Cup tie in Wolverhampton, but Chris McMenamy is dreaming of a European tour.
THE SQUARE BALL Oct 13, 2022

Josh Ginnelly on Hearts shape change as he targets Fiorentina start after strong RFS display

The 25-year-old impressed out in Latvia and could be handed another chance against the Italians
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Oct 4, 2022

Exclusive: Josh Ginnelly predicts Hearts' European future ahead of Fiorentina tie

European football has renewed the vigour within Hearts winger Josh Ginnelly. Last month’s Europa Conference League outing in Latvia was arguably...
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Oct 4, 2022

Final standings: League D

Latvia and Estonia were promoted to League C, the latter finishing their campaign with a 100% record.
UEFA Sep 26, 2022

Latvia earn promotion in UEFA Nations League

Latvia earn promotion to League C of the UEFA Nations League despite being held to a 1-1 draw by Andorra, while Moldova leave it late to beat...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Sep 25, 2022

Andorra vs Latvia: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time & how to watch

Here's how you can watch Andorra against Latvia on TV and stream the game live...
GOAL.COM Sep 25, 2022

Preview: Andorra vs. Latvia - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Sunday's Nations League clash between Andorra and Latvia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Sep 23, 2022

Latvia vs Moldova: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time & how to watch

Here's how you can watch Latvia against Moldova on TV and stream the game live...
GOAL.COM Sep 22, 2022

Preview: Latvia vs. Moldova - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Thursday's Nations League clash between Latvia and Moldova, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Sep 20, 2022

Craig Levein 'offered beer' as Hearts fans rejoice in Riga with former Jambos boss on BBC duty

Robbie Neilson's side claimed a deserved 2-0 win over RFS in Latvia
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Sep 16, 2022

HAPPY AS LARRY: NEILSON PRAISES STRIKER

SCOTLAND international striker Lawrence Shankland swept in an exquisite penalty-kick as he guided Hearts to a crucial 2-0 win over RFS in Latvia in...
SCOTZINE.COM Sep 16, 2022

Robbie Neilson delighted for travelling Hearts fans after victory at RFS

Lawrence Shankland and Alan Forrest secured a 2-0 win in Latvia.
NEWSCHAIN.UK Sep 15, 2022

Hearts go second in ECL group after win over RFS

Lawrence Shankland's well-taken penalty sent Hearts on their way to a 2-0 Europa Conference League win over RFS in Latvia.
SKYSPORTS Sep 15, 2022

Lawrence Shankland and Alan Forrest fire Hearts to victory over Latvians RFS

The win puts the Jambos second in their group.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Sep 15, 2022

RFS 0-2 Hearts: Ratings and 3 big talking points as confidence comes back, group blown wide open but Halkett injured again

The Jambos go second in Conference League A with a deserved win in Latvia
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Sep 15, 2022

Lawrence Shankland and Alan Forest fire Hearts to victory over Latvians RFS

The win puts the Jambos second in their group.
NEWSCHAIN.UK Sep 15, 2022

FK RFS 0-2 Hearts: Lawrence Shankland and Alan Forrest earn Jam Tarts victory away in Latvia

BRIAN MARJORIBANKS: Going into the game, Robbie Neilson's side were desperate for a response after losing 4-0 at home to Istanbul Basaksehir in...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Sep 15, 2022

Hearts starting XI vs RFS revealed as Craig Halkett makes long-awaited return in huge boost

Robbie Neilson's men look to get their first points of the group out in Latvia
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Sep 15, 2022

RFS vs Hearts LIVE score and goal updates from Europa Conference League clash in Riga

The Jambos are in Latvia looking to get their Europa Conference League campaign back on the rails after last weekend.
DAILY RECORD Sep 15, 2022

Alfred Duncan declared fit for Fiorentina’s Europa League clash against Istanbul Basaksehir

Alfred Duncan has been declared fit and is expected to feature in Fiorentina’s Europa League clash against Istanbul Basaksehir. The...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Sep 15, 2022

RFS vs Hearts: Live stream, TV channel, PPV, ref, team news and Europa Conference League kick-off time

Robbie Neilson's side will aim to get points on the board but face a difficult test against their Latvian opponents
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Sep 15, 2022

'Hearts make 200 challenges per game with diagonals, aggression and crosses. No team in Latvia does this'

Electric scooters whizz down Riga's wide open boulevards, past trams and round the city's cobbled old town streets. They help generate energy,...
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Sep 14, 2022

Who are RFS? Focus on Latvian champions ahead of Europa Conference League clash with Hearts

Hearts face Latvian champions RFS in the second match of their Europa Conference League campaign in Riga on Thursday night.
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Sep 14, 2022

RFS v Hearts: TV channel; kick-off time; team news; form guide; odds

Hearts are in the Latvian capital of Riga for their second Europa Conference League Group A fixture against FK Rīgas Futbola Skola – better known...
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Sep 14, 2022

Fit-again Fiorentina midfielder Joseph Alfred Duncan returns to training

Fiorentina midfielder Joseph Alfred Duncan has returned to full scale training after recovering from an injury. The 29-year-old  has been injured...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Sep 14, 2022

Midfield change likely as Hearts fly out to Riga

Robbie Neilson is set to recall midfielder Jorge Grant for Hearts' Europa Conference League tie with Riga FS in Latvia.
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Sep 14, 2022

Late kick-off in Riga but Hearts need a result despite obstacles in their way

Thursday's late kick-off is the latest challenge for Hearts in an already frenetic early-season period. They face Riga FS at 10pm Latvian time...
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Sep 14, 2022

Hearts duo in Europa Conference League fitness race as Robbie Neilson provides RFS update

Hearts head to Latvia looking to get their first points of the section on the board after an opening game defeat to Turkish outfit Istanbul...
EDINBURGH LIVE Sep 13, 2022

Land of the Giants: Hearts' possession plan to counter Riga FS in Latvia

Physiotherapy work at Riga FS might be relentless during this European adventure. Players complaining of sore backs from stooping to walk out of...
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Sep 13, 2022

Injury concerns over key Hearts players for Riga FS Euro tie

Two key Hearts players are injury doubts for Thursday’s Europa Conference League second group match against Riga FS in Latvia.
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Sep 12, 2022

Robbie Neilson details RFS strengths as Hearts boss names key threat in Latvian side's squad

The Tynecastle side are off to Latvia this week for their second European game
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Sep 12, 2022

Hearts boss Robbie Neilson pinpoints RFS threats including 'real target man' who scored against Fiorentina

Hearts head to Latvia this week to face RFS in their second Europa Conference League clash and manager Robbie Neilson has outlined why the team...
SCOTSMAN.COM Sep 12, 2022

Hearts defender Craig Halkett explains fitness worry and European prospects

Craig Halkett is “desperate” to be fit for the trip to Latvia to take on RFS on Thursday after revealing just how disappointed he was to miss the...
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Sep 11, 2022

Hearts fired Conference League warning as RFS star insists Fiorentina draw shows 'anything can happen'

Brazilian forward Emerson Baiano is confident the Latvians can get another positive result
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Sep 11, 2022

Hearts handed Europa Conference League warning as RFS star admits 'anything is possible'

The Latvian side grabbed a 1-1 draw in Florence against Serie A outfit Fiorentina to grab a very unexpected point in the section. Hearts face the...
EDINBURGH LIVE Sep 11, 2022

Ghanaian midfielder Alfred Duncan ruled out of Fiorentina's Conference League opener 

Ghanaian midfielder Alfred Duncan has been ruled out of Fiorentina's Europa Conference League opener on Thursday. Duncan is nursing an injury and...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Sep 8, 2022

Caragh Hamilton is thrilled to be back in thick of it for Northern Ireland after injury woe

It was officially accredited to Latvia goalkeeper Enija-Anna Vaivode, who most likely would be happy to have had it awarded to someone else.
BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK Sep 7, 2022

Northern Ireland women hit new points high after Latvia’s three own goals help them sign off on a positive note

Victory secured, three points collected and the target set by manager Kenny Shiels reached.
BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK Sep 6, 2022

Northern Ireland sign off on World Cup qualifying attempt with victory in Latvia

Northern Ireland took advantage of three own goals to wrap up their Women’s World Cup qualifying campaign with a 3-1 win in Latvia.
NEWSLETTER.CO.UK.XML Sep 6, 2022

Watch: Latvia score three own goals in Northern Ireland defeat

Latvia score a hat-trick of own goals as Northern Ireland beat the minnows 3-1 in their final World Cup qualifier.
FEEDS.BBCI.CO.UK Sep 6, 2022

Northern Ireland Women make history as two own-goals lead them to win over Latvia and record points haul

Northern Ireland Women made history as a pair of own-goals from Latvia earned Kenny Shiels’ side a 3-1 win in their final World Cup qualifier in...
BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK Sep 6, 2022

Latvia vs Northern Ireland LIVE score updates from the World Cup qualifier

Kenny Shiels will look to sign off the campaign on a high note
BELFASTLIVE Sep 6, 2022

Linfield star Robbie McDaid never doubted goals would come after baptism of fire

Questions were asked when the Blues were dumped out of the Europa Conference League by Latvian side RFS before slumping to a shock League defeat by...
BELFASTLIVE Sep 5, 2022

After Northern Ireland women’s final World Cup qualifier against Latvia, Rebecca McKenna unsure what the next challenge will be for Kenny Shiels’ side

Like any footballer, or indeed any professional sportsperson, Rebecca McKenna is hungry to embrace the next challenge that awaits.
BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK Sep 4, 2022
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