Ireland move into top 30 of FIFA World Rankings
The Republic of Ireland have moved up five places to 29th in the official FIFA world rankings following back-to-back victories over Gibraltar and Georgia.
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Improved Ireland beat Georgia thanks to Hourihane free kick
Connor Hourihane’s sublime free-kick fired Ireland to a 1-0 win over Georgia in their EURO 2020 qualifier. The result puts Ireland top of Group D after the first round of games.
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Hendrick pokes Ireland past stubborn Gibraltar
The Republic of Ireland started their EURO 2020 qualification campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory away to Gibraltar. A strong wind played havoc in Mick McCarthy’s first game back in charge.
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Jonathan Walters retires from football through injury
Republic of Ireland stalwart Jonathan Walters has announced his immediate retirement from both international and club football due to an Achilles injury. The 35 year old was a crucial player in recent years for Ireland.
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Shane Long to miss opening EURO 2020 qualifiers
Shane Long will miss Ireland’s first two qualifiers for EURO 2020 after he aggravated a groin injury in training. Millwall’s Aiden O’Brien has been called up to replace Long in the squad.
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