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Coverage of the World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Hungary and Rep. Ireland.
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World Cup 2026 playoff draw: Wales, Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland learn opponents, route to Finals
Wales, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland learn their opponents for the World Cup 2026 playoffs and potential routes to the Finals in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Nov 20, 12:03
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Legendary Troy Parrott hat-trick earns Republic of Ireland a World Cup playoff spot with dramatic win over Hungary
Troy Parrott claims that he will "never have a better night in his life" after scoring a dramatic hat-trick against Hungary to earn Republic of Ireland a World Cup playoff spot.Nov 16, 16:20
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Preview:Hungary vs Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's World Cup qualification clash between Hungary and Republic of Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 14, 12:43
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Republic of Ireland 2-0 Portugal: Roberto Martinez delivers verdict on historic Cristiano Ronaldo red
Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez brands the red card that Cristiano Ronaldo was handed in Thursday's 2026 World Cup qualifier with Republic of Ireland "a bit harsh".Nov 14, 07:13
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Republic of Ireland 2-0 Portugal: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Cristiano Ronaldo sent off in Dublin classic
Troy Parrott scores twice as Republic of Ireland record a 2-0 victory over 10-man Portugal in Thursday night's 2026 World Cup qualification fixture in Dublin.Nov 13, 17:20
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Portugal lineup vs. Republic of Ireland: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup qualifier
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for Thursday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Republic of Ireland.Nov 11, 15:05
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Preview:Republic of Ireland vs Portugal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Republic of Ireland and Portugal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 11, 15:00
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Republic of Ireland vs. Portugal: Cristiano Ronaldo’s record against the Boys in Green ahead of World Cup qualifier
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Cristiano Ronaldo's career record for Portugal against the Republic of Ireland.Nov 11, 08:00
Republic of Ireland vs. Portugal: How to watch, date, time, live stream, TV channel for crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier
Sports Mole details everything you need to know about how to watch Ireland face Portugal at the Aviva Stadium in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier on Sunday.Nov 10, 23:52
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Preview:Republic of Ireland vs Armenia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Republic of Ireland and Armenia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Oct 12, 10:32
Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Portugal and the Republic of Ireland.Oct 11, 22:50
Portugal 1-0 Republic of Ireland: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Cristiano Ronaldo spared in World Cup qualifying
Cristiano Ronaldo was rescued in stoppage-time by Ruben Neves as Portugal beat the Republic of Ireland 1-0 in a World Cup qualifier at Estadio Jose Alvalade on Saturday.Oct 11, 19:50
Portugal lineup vs. Republic of Ireland: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup qualifier
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for Saturday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland.Oct 9, 15:05
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Preview:Portugal vs Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's 2026 World Cup qualifier between Portugal and Republic of Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Oct 9, 15:00
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Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland: How to watch, date, time, live stream, TV channel
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the World Cup qualifying clash between Portugal and Republic of Ireland.Oct 8, 14:08
Preview:Armenia vs Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup qualifier between Armenia and Republic of Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Sep 7, 22:26
Preview:Republic of Ireland vs Hungary - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's 2026 World Cup qualifier between Republic of Ireland and Hungary, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Sep 4, 16:00
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Preview:Ferencvaros vs FC Noah - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Ferencvaros and FC Noah, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jul 28, 18:24
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Robbie Keane's birthday: Can you name Republic of Ireland's centurions
Sports Mole challenges you to name every player to have earned at least 100 caps for Republic of Ireland.Jul 8, 09:25
Preview:Luxembourg vs Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's International Friendlies clash between Luxembourg and Republic of Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 8, 23:26
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