Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane pictured in June 2020
Conor Hourihane opens up on personal coronavirus struggles
The midfielder admits the pandemic is preying on players' minds.
Nov 18, 00:02
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on November 15, 2020
Stephen Kenny sympathetic towards Covid-positive players rather than clubs
Ireland have lost four players to positive tests this month.
Nov 17, 13:37
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on November 15, 2020
Ireland report no further coronavirus cases ahead of Bulgaria showdown
Tottenham defender Matt Doherty and Stoke midfielder james James McClean are self-isolating following their positive tests.
Nov 17, 10:55
 Republic of Ireland midfielder James McClean reacts after being sent off against Wales in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Ireland's Matt Doherty and James McClean test positive for coronavirus
Manager Stephen Kenny has been hit by a series of withdrawals.
Nov 16, 14:59
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny: 'There is nothing wrong with Ireland's mentality'
Ireland are without a win in nine games and have not scored in the last five.
Nov 14, 17:31
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny brings in Ireland reinforcements for Nations League
The squad has been hit by injuries and Covid-19 ahead of the match against Wales.
Nov 14, 13:36
 Wales manager Ryan Giggs pictured in September 2020
Five talking points ahead of Wales' Nations League clash with Ireland
This is the sixth meeting between the two countries since March 2017.
Nov 14, 11:11
 Alan Browne celebrates scoring for Ireland on September 10, 2019
Ireland's Alan Browne tests positive for coronavirus after England defeat
The Preston midfielder played the full 90 minutes at Wembley.
Nov 13, 12:17
 Wales caretaker manager Robert Page pictured on November 12, 2020
Preview:Wales vs. Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Nations League clash between Wales and Republic of Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 13, 10:31
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny accepting of current situation as more players miss out for the Republic of Ireland
Stephen Kenny will be without Callum Robinson and Aaron Connolly for his side's upcoming matches.
Nov 11, 17:29
 Brighton and Hove Albion striker Aaron Connolly celebrates scoring against Newcastle United on September 20, 2020
Aaron Connolly withdraws from Republic of Ireland squad
The 20-year-old missed last month's Euro 2020 play-off semi-final in Slovakia.
Nov 11, 13:48
 Mason Mount celebrates scoring for England against Belgium in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Preview:England vs. Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's international friendly clash between England and Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 10, 11:26
 Tottenham Hotspur head coach Jose Mourinho pictured on November 5, 2020
Preview:West Bromwich Albion vs. Tottenham Hotspur - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League meeting between West Bromwich Albion and Tottenham Hotspur, including team news and predicted lineups.
Nov 6, 10:10
 West Bromwich Albion manager Slaven Bilic pictured on October 19, 2020
Preview:Fulham vs. West Bromwich Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Premier League fixture between Fulham and West Bromwich Albion, including team news and predicted lineups.
Oct 31, 11:00
 West Bromwich Albion striker Karlan Grant celebrates scoring against Brighton & Hove Albion on October 26, 2020
Karlan Grant scores first West Brom goal to rescue point at Brighton
An unfortunate own goal from West Brom's Jake Livermore gave the home side a first-half lead.
Oct 26, 19:53
 Brighton boss Graham Potter on July 20, 2020
Preview:Brighton & Hove Albion vs. West Bromwich Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Premier League fixture between Brighton & Hove Albion and West Bromwich Albion, including team news and predicted lineups.
Oct 24, 10:00
 West Bromwich Albion manager Slaven Bilic pictured in October 2020
Preview:West Bromwich Albion vs. Burnley - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Premier League clash between West Bromwich Albion and Burnley, including team news and predicted lineups.
Oct 17, 11:02
 West Bromwich Albion manager Slaven Bilic pictured in October 2020
Slaven Bilic waiting on Callum Robinson availability for West Brom
The striker was withdrawn from the Republic of Ireland squad at the weekend.
Oct 16, 15:52
 West Bromwich Albion striker Hal Robson-Kanu pictured in September 2020
Team News: Hal Robson-Kanu ruled out of West Brom clash with Burnley due to broken wrist
The Baggies forward picked up the fracture at Southampton.
Oct 16, 15:40
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Another Republic of Ireland player tests positive for coronavirus
The player is now in self-isolation after being tested for a third time on Monday.
Oct 13, 09:17
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Ireland player returns negative Covid-19 test hours after testing positive
Ireland have been beset by coronavirus issues over the last few days.
Oct 12, 19:46
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Preview:Finland vs. Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's UEFA Nations League clash between Finland and Republic of Ireland, including team news and predicted lineups.
Oct 12, 13:35
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny admits there are "serious challenges" playing international football
The Republic of Ireland head for Finland with Stephen Kenny's squad having been ravaged by Covid-19 protocols.
Oct 12, 07:51
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny praises Ireland's professionalism following Wales stalemate
He awaits his first win as Republic of Ireland manager after his 10-man coronavirus-hit side was held to a 0-0 Nations League draw.
Oct 11, 17:56
 Republic of Ireland midfielder James McClean reacts after being sent off against Wales in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Republic of Ireland and Wales play out drab goalless stalemate in Nations League
James McClean was dismissed late on for a second bookable offence but the visitors could not take advantage.
Oct 11, 15:28
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Five Republic of Ireland players out of Wales game following coronavirus case
The Football Association of Ireland have confirmed one unnamed player tested positive on Friday.
Oct 11, 11:42
 David McGoldrick in action for Sheffield United on September 14, 2019
Eight players who could be the answer to Ireland's goalscoring troubles
Ireland have struggled for goals ever since Robbie Keane's retirement.
Oct 9, 15:04
 Republic of Ireland's Matthew Doherty is consoled by Robbie Brady and Shane Long following the Euro 2020 qualification playoff defeat to Slovakia on October 8, 2020
Five talking points from the Republic of Ireland's Euro playoff heartbreak
Stephen Kenny's men went out on penalties in Bratislava.
Oct 9, 11:52
 Republic of Ireland's Callum Robinson celebrates scoring their third goal on November 14, 2019
Callum Robinson issues rallying cry to Ireland ahead of "dream" playoff tie
Ireland have had to wait since November last year for their play-off chance.
Oct 5, 22:39
 Leicester City's Jamie Vardy claims the match ball after his hat-trick against Manchester City on September 27, 2020
Premier League Team of the Week - Jamie Vardy, Jack Grealish, Illan Meslier
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek three, including Jamie Vardy, Jack Grealish and Illan Meslier.
Sep 29, 09:04
 Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring for Chelsea against West Bromwich Albion on September 26, 2020
Tammy Abraham credits Frank Lampard team talk for Chelsea comeback
The Blues recovered from being 3-0 down at the break to draw with West Brom.
Sep 27, 13:25
 Chelsea's Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring against West Bromwich Albion in the Premier League on September 26, 2020
Tammy Abraham completes late Chelsea comeback as points are shared with West Bromwich Albion
West Brom had a 3-0 lead inside 27 minutes.
Sep 26, 18:42
 West Bromwich Albion's Callum Robinson scores on July 22, 2020
Callum Robinson pleased with "professional" display against Harrogate Town
The Baggies will host Brentford next week.
Sep 17, 14:33
 West Brom manager Slaven Bilic on June 20, 2020
West Bromwich Albion beat Harrogate Town to make third round of EFL Cup
Rekeem Harper, Hal Robson-Kanu and Callum Robinson scored as Albion won 3-0.
Sep 16, 19:20
 Jamie Vardy scores a penalty for Leicester City against West Bromwich Albion on September 13, 2020
Jamie Vardy scores two penalties as Leicester ease past West Brom
The Golden Boot winner netted twice in the final 16 minutes.
Sep 13, 15:13
 Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers pictured on July 1, 2020
Preview:West Bromwich Albion vs. Leicester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between newly-promoted West Bromwich Albion and Leicester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 11, 13:50
 West Brom manager Slaven Bilic on June 20, 2020
West Bromwich Albion season preview - predictions, fixtures, summer signings, starting XI
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at West Bromwich Albion ahead of the start of the 2020-21 Premier League season.
Sep 9, 17:30
 Chris Wilder pictured on June 17, 2020
Sheffield United season preview - predictions, fixtures, summer signings, starting XI
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Sheffield United ahead of the start of the 2020-21 Premier League season.
Sep 9, 16:00
 Callum Robinson celebrates scoring for West Brom on February 22, 2020
Callum Robinson joins West Brom as Sheffield United sign Oliver Burke
Oli Burke becomes the Blades' fourth signing of the week.
Sep 9, 12:41
 Finland players celebrate Fredrik Jenson's goal against Republic of Ireland on September 6, 2020
Republic of Ireland beaten by Finland in Dublin
Ireland were spared further damage by keeper Darren Randolph in Dublin.
Sep 6, 18:41
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