‘For me, it was one of the biggest games in world’- Ireland’s Mark Sykes on his historic cap against Malta
Belfast native Mark Sykes, the Republic of Ireland's latest debutant, says he decided to come away from social media to avoid any fallout from his...
Former Reading FC star provides damning verdict on national side after narrow win over minnows
Kevin Doyle, the former Republic of Ireland international and Reading FC forward, has been speaking about Stephen Kenny's side after the 1-0 win...
Nathan Collins relishing the prospect of tougher tests to come
Nathan Collins takes the positives from scrappy win in Malta as he looks forward to tough European Championship tests against likes of France and...
Jamie McGrath's delight at Ireland return as he targets Euro qualifiers
Jamie McGrath won his first cap in a year in Sunday night's win in Malta, after a frustrating spell with Wigan saw him slip off the international...
Stephen Kenny on the attacking lessons learned in Norway and Malta friendlies
Ireland recorded a defeat and a win in their November friendlies, while much of the analysis focused on attacking frustrations.
Stephen Kenny on the positives of Ireland’s win over Malta
They got the job done. Stephen Kenny has discussed the positives he is taking into the Euro 2024...
Belfast-born Mark Sykes makes Republic of Ireland debut against Malta
JODI Jones has gained a further two international caps, while a former Oxford United player wrote a slice of history at the weekend.
The Indo World Cup podcast: Stephen Kenny’s team, England’s armband decision and Qatar hammered
A new episode of the Indo World Cup is out now and in the biggest event of Sunday, Ireland beat Malta... well, almost.
‘We have played a lot better and lost’ - Stephen Kenny defends Ireland’s unconvincing Malta win
Jamie McGrath one of the few to stand out on a difficult evening away from home
Stephen Kenny happy with win but admits Malta clash ‘not a classic’
The Republic of Ireland boss will now turn his attention to the opening Euro 2024 qualifier against France.
'It was important to keep a clean sheet tonight’ – Stephen Kenny focuses on the positives after lacklustre win in Malta
Stephen Kenny said that a clean sheet was the main positive from an underwhelming friendly win in Malta.
Robinson nets as Republic of Ireland edge Malta
Callum Robinson's first international goal in a year spared the Republic of Ireland's blushes as they ended 2022 with a narrow friendly victory in...
‘There is room for improvement' – Stephen Kenny praises McGrath return but knows bigger challenges lie ahead
Ireland boss Stephen Kenny praised the impacts of Jamie McGrath and Callum O’Dowda in the narrow friendly win over Malta, but accepted there is...
Stephen Kenny praises Jamie McGrath, Callum O'Dowda and defenders after 1-0 win over Malta
The Ireland boss was focused on the positives as Ireland finished their 2022 season with a win.
Callum Robinson seizes on Maltese mistake to save Ireland’s blushes in lacklustre effort
Stephen Kenny’s side do just enough to see off side ranked 119 places below them in the Fifa rankings
Callum Robinson goal gives Ireland narrow win in Malta
Malta 0-1 Republic of Ireland
Callum Robinson spares Republic of Ireland blushes in narrow win over Malta
Callum Robinson scored his first international goal in a year as Republic of Ireland ended 2022 with a narrow friendly victory in Malta.
Malta 0-1 Republic of Ireland: Cardiff's Callum Robinson scores only goal
MALTA 0-1 REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: Callum Robinson scored the only goal as the Republic of Ireland beat Malta 1-0 in a friendly.
Stephen Kenny questions training pitch switch on eve of Malta friendly
It is customary to train the day before a match in the host stadium, but both Ireland and Malta completed their preparations on a pitch next to the...
John Aldridge recalls the day Ireland beat Malta to qualify for the World Cup
It was at the Ta’ Qali Stadium where Jack Charlton’s team officially qualified for the 1990 World Cup
Every result matters for Stephen Kenny, even Malta, as banana skins have caused him more strife than big guns
Participating in an international friendly in Malta on the day the World Cup kicks off is about as low-key as it can get for Ireland’s football...
Malta vs Ireland: Stephen Kenny’s side locked out of training at Ta’Qali Stadium
Ireland boss frustrated after customary session at match venue not afforded to Ireland
Seamus Coleman urges Ireland to enjoy tough Euro 2024 draw not fear it
Ireland face Malta in their final friendly before they launch their qualifying campaign.
Stephen Kenny targets a clean sheet against Malta, knows defence needs to improve
Ireland have conceded plenty of goals this year, thanks to some poor defending. It needs to be addressed ahead of next year's Euro 2024 qualifiers,...
The exciting Irish team we’d like to see take on Malta
A win is required. Ireland take on Malta in a friendly on Sunday night, days after a disappointing...
Callum Robinson says Ireland need Malta result ‘to go into March in a positive frame of mind’
Ireland forward Callum Robinson admits ‘quite a lot’ of lessons need to be learned from Thursday’s home defeat to Norway, following a worryingly...
Aldo's Malta magic, celebrating with the fans and why he has no interest in the World Cup
John Aldridge scored his first two competitive goals for Ireland in a 1989 visit to Malta, in a game that sealed a first ever World Cup...
Stephen Kenny backs his system ahead of trip to take on Malta in final game of the year
Ireland manager will stick with back three and wing backs despite disappointing performance in defeat to Norway
‘In Malta I felt like I repaid Jack for sticking with me’ – John Aldridge
Ireland may not be competing at Qatar 2022, but tomorrow’s friendly against Malta will bring back fond World Cup memories for Irish fans, and one...
France the focus but there are few lessons for Stephen Kenny to learn in Malta
The current success of the World Cup-bound Republic of Ireland women’s team was built on the old adage that the beatings will continue until morale...
Verdict: Early goal needed to avoid another night of frustration for Ireland
The Ta' Qali Stadium in Malta has been a venue where Irish sides have had to grind out wins in the past - and without an early goal on Sunday it...
Stephen Kenny prioritising minutes and momentum ahead of Malta clash
Kenny will be giving his squad plenty of minutes against Malta.
Malta v Ireland: Day, time and TV info for final match of 2022
Once more unto the breach. At the end of a fairly mixed year, Stephen Kenny’s Ireland side will...
Preview: Malta vs. Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's International Friendlies clash between Malta and Republic of Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible...
Sheffield United: Wait to discover if Republic of Ireland answer John Egan call
Sheffield United are waiting to discover if John Egan will start the Republic of Ireland’s game against Malta on Sunday after Paul Heckingbottom,...
‘There was no real zip to our game’ – Alan Browne gives honest assessment after ‘flat’ Ireland defeat
Alan Browne bemoaned the fact that a “flat” Ireland once more proved vulnerable to set-pieces after a pair of sloppy concessions handed Norway a...
Republic of Ireland v Norway LIVE: Score updates, TV channel info, live stream and more for international friendly
Republic of Ireland play their final home game of the year when they take on Norway at the Aviva Stadium this evening.The Aviva Stadium has been a...
Evan Ferguson looking to rewrite the history books this week
But Stephen Kenny has offered the Brighton teenager no guarantees of a first cap in the Norway and Malta games
'Privileged' Chiedozie Ogbene taking nothing for granted when it comes to his Ireland spot
Ireland star Chiedozie Ogbene has discussed his passion for international football, the impression made by teenager Evan Ferguson and why these...
What time, what channel, team news and all you need to know about Malta v Ireland
Stephen Kenny's Ireland will continue their preparation for what promises to be a very tough Euro 2024 qualifying campaign next week with a trip to...
Preview: Malta vs. Greece - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's International Friendlies clash between Malta and Greece, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Stephen Kenny calls up Mark Sykes, loses strikers Scott Hogan and Will Keane for Norway and Malta friendlies
Stephen Kenny was hoping to see Scott Hogan in action during this international window, but injury has forced the Birmingham City striker out of...
Belfast boy Mark Sykes gets Ireland call from Stephen Kenny after Scott Hogan and Will Keane ruled out
BELFAST boy Mark Sykes could make his Republic of Ireland debut this week as the Bristol City player was called up by Stephen Kenny for the...
Jodi Jones Call Up
Oxford United winger Jodi Jones joins up with the Malta squad this week ahead of two home international friendlies.
Stephen Kenny rues loss of Conor Hourihane and Jason Knight as Derby refuse to release duo for Ireland duty
Derby have refused to release Conor Hourihane and Jason Knight for Ireland's November friendlies with Norway and Malta.
Five unlucky absentees from latest Ireland squad
Unlucky to miss out. Stephen Kenny picked the Ireland squad set to take on Norway and Malta later...
Will Smallbone and Evan Ferguson handed first Republic of Ireland call-ups
Stephen Kenny’s 25-man squad will face Norway on November 17 and Malta three days later.
Ireland squad: Duffy left out as Ferguson and Smallbone called up
Jamie McGrath also earns a recall for the upcoming games against Norway and Malta
Evan Ferguson and Will Smallbone called into Ireland squad for November friendlies
Eighteen-year-old striker Evan Ferguson has earned a first Ireland senior call up, as manager Stephen Kenny announced a 26-man squad for the...
Evan Ferguson and Will Smallbone included in Ireland squad
Jamie McGrath also earns a recall for the upcoming games against Norway and Malta
Three players who could be called up to Ireland squad - and three could be dropped
Stephen Kenny names his Ireland squad today for next week’s friendlies against Norway and Malta.
Northern Ireland U-17s reach elite stage of Euro qualifiers
Northern Ireland’s Under-17s have secured a place in the elite qualifying round for U17 Euro 2023 in Hungary. Gerard Lyttle’s side played three...
Dundee United youngster helps Scotland to 6-0 demolition of Malta
Dundee United forward Rory MacLeod shone for Scotland U17s as they swept aside Malta in Ta' Qali.
Chiedozie Ogbene could miss next six games for Rotherham
But the Ireland international is on track to be fit for the November friendlies against Norway and Malta
Ross County teenager Dylan Smith could feature for Scotland under-17s in European Championship qualifying opener in Malta
Malky Mackay is eager for Ross County teenager Dylan Smith to embrace his opportunity with the Scotland under-17s squad for the European...
Troy Parrott eyes return to fitness after surgery success
Troy Parrott says he’s already targeting a return to action after he underwent surgery on the hamstring injury which has disrupted his season and...
Gaffer: I live in Malta, but couldn't miss this. Portsmouth are passionate fans, while Southampton only brought 285 supporters
Gaffer For A Day, Gary Guinness, aged 49 from Malta, assesses Pompey XI’s 5-2 win over Southampton B in the Hampshire Senior Cup...
Euro 2024 qualifying draw: Groups, dates and fixtures as England get Italy, Ukraine, Malta and North Macedonia
England face Euro 2020 champions Italy in qualifying for Germany ’24 but should make it through to the tournament
Euro 2024 qualifying draw in full as England and home nations discover fate
England will face Italy, Ukraine, North Macedonia and Malta on their road to the European Championships in Germany in 2024, with Gareth Southgate...
BREAKING: Euro 2024 qualifying draw in full as England and home nations discover fate
England will face Italy, Ukraine, North Macedonia and Malta on their road to the European Championships in Germany which will take place in 2024