De Búrca: French defensive frailties provide Irish hopeRTÉ soccer analyst Méabh De Búrca believes that France's defensive frailties could provide a spark of hope for Carla Ward's Republic of Ireland side as they try to book a direct flight to the 2027 World Cup in Brazil in Read More
Galway unshackled after Leinster clean sweepThere was a striking degree of euphoria amongst the Galway players after their Leinster final win over Dublin - a result that completed a fine few weeks for the Tribe County in eastern territory.
Somali World Cup referee denied US entryA Somali referee who was set to become the first from his country to officiate at a World Cup has been denied entry to the United States.
Preview: Ireland dreaming the impossible dreamIn the capital of the French Alps, the Republic of Ireland can breathe rarefied air as they look to beat France and go straight to next summer's World Cup.
