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UEFA World Cup qualifying: Ireland 2 Austria 2

UEFA World Cup qualifying: Ireland 2 Austria 2

Ireland's hopes of qualifying for their first World Cup since 2002 suffered a huge blow after conceding late in a 2-2 draw against Austria. 28 Mar 2013
Capello pleased with London visit

Capello pleased with London visit

Russia coach Fabio Capello says bringing his team to London is ideal preparation for their crunch World Cup qualifying clash with Northern Ireland. 20 Mar 2013
Kelly slams Trapattoni comments

Kelly slams Trapattoni comments

Stephen Kelly has hit back at Giovanni Trapattoni after the Ireland coach questioned defender's enthusiasm to play for his country. 9 Feb 2013
Trapattoni Plays Down Reports Of Interference

Trapattoni Plays Down Reports Of Interference

Republic of Ireland coach Giovanni Trapattoni says his authority has not been undermined by the Football Association of Ireland (FAI). 1 Nov 2012
Trapattoni Won't Quit Ireland Job

Trapattoni Won't Quit Ireland Job

Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni is remaining defiant despite calls for him to resign after his side's 6-1 drubbing by Germany. 14 Oct 2012
Ruthless Germany Deserved 6-1 Win, Says Loew

Ruthless Germany Deserved 6-1 Win, Says Loew

Germany coach Joachim Loew believes his side's 6-1 win over Republic of Ireland in Dublin was no less than they deserved on the night. 13 Oct 2012
Khedira: Germany Got Lucky In Vienna

Khedira: Germany Got Lucky In Vienna

Sami Khedira said Germany will have to lift their game if they are to maintain their perfect record in 2014 World Cup qualification. 12 Oct 2012
Trapattoni Dismisses Blackburn Rumours

Trapattoni Dismisses Blackburn Rumours

Republic of Ireland coach Giovanni Trapattoni has played down speculation linking him with Championship club Blackburn Rovers. 11 Oct 2012
Trapattoni: We Must Forget The Past

Trapattoni: We Must Forget The Past

Giovanni Trapattoni says his Republic of Ireland team must forget the past as they prepare to take on Germany in a World Cup qualifier. 28 Sep 2012
Friendlies Wrap: Irish Impress, Czechs Lose

Friendlies Wrap: Irish Impress, Czechs Lose

The Republic of Ireland comfortably beat Oman 4-1 in an international friendly at Craven Cottage on Tuesday. 12 Sep 2012
Duff Retires From International Duty

Duff Retires From International Duty

REPUBLIC of Ireland winger Damien Duff has announced his retirement from international football. 25 Aug 2012
Given Signs Off On Ireland Career

Given Signs Off On Ireland Career

Aston Villa goalkeeper Shay Given has announced his decision to retire from international duty with the Republic of Ireland. 14 Aug 2012
Gallagher: Keane Should Take Over

Gallagher: Keane Should Take Over

Pop star Noel Gallagher has challenged Roy Keane to do better than Giovanni Trapattoni has as coach of Republic of Ireland. 28 Jun 2012
Group C - Final review

Group C - Final review

Take a look at the winners and losers from a tight Group C 23 Jun 2012
Keane: Ireland Have 'No Excuses' For Exit

Keane: Ireland Have 'No Excuses' For Exit

Republic of Ireland striker Robbie Keane insisted his side can have 'no excuses' for their early exit from Euro 2012. 20 Jun 2012
Trapattoni Proud Of Ireland Effort

Trapattoni Proud Of Ireland Effort

Republic of Ireland coach Giovanni Trapattoni has praised his side's display in Monday's 2-0 defeat against Italy. 20 Jun 2012
Given Finds Euro Campaign Hard To Swallow

Given Finds Euro Campaign Hard To Swallow

Republic of Ireland keeper Shay Given says it is difficult to take any positives from his side's disappointing Euro 2012 campaign. 20 Jun 2012
De Rossi Impressed By Rugged Ireland

De Rossi Impressed By Rugged Ireland

Daniele De Rossi has admitted Italy struggled to cope with the Republic of Ireland's physical approach during their Euro 2012 match. 20 Jun 2012
Italy v Ireland Match Action

Italy v Ireland Match Action

All the colour and action as Ireland tried (and failed) to grab their first point of the tournament in their match against Italy. Pics by Getty Images. 19 Jun 2012
Italy Secure Quarter Final Slot

Italy Secure Quarter Final Slot

Italy have qualified for the quarter-finals of Euro 2012 as Group C runners-up thanks to a 2-0 win over Republic of Ireland. 19 Jun 2012
Keane Defends Ireland Comments

Keane Defends Ireland Comments

Roy Keane has hit back at Republic of Ireland coach Giovanni Trapattoni, who criticised the ex-Manchester United man's managerial record. 19 Jun 2012