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Preview:Republic of Ireland vs. USA
Sports Mole looks ahead to Tuesday's friendly between the Republic of Ireland and the USA in Dublin.Nov 16, 15:25
Robbie Keane, Darron Gibson released by the Republic of Ireland
Martin O'Neill releases Robbie Keane and Darron Gibson from his Republic of Ireland squad ahead of their friendly against the USA.Nov 15, 17:09
Martin O'Neill bemoans "frustrating" Aiden McGeady performance
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill bemoans a "frustrating night" for Aiden McGeady as the Irish lose their Euro 2016 qualifier with Scotland 1-0.Nov 15, 14:56
Robbie Keane 'respects' Martin O'Neill's decision
Robbie Keane says that he is not suited to playing as a lone striker and that Martin O'Neill was right to start with Shane Long in the Republic of Ireland's 1-0 defeat to Scotland.Nov 15, 14:08
Martin O'Neill "disappointed" with Scotland defeat
Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill admits that he was disappointed with the manner of his side's defeat to Scotland in their Euro 2016 qualifying clash.Nov 15, 02:56
Match Analysis: Scotland 1-0 Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Scotland's 1-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland at Celtic Park in Euro 2016 qualifying.Nov 14, 22:19
Shaun Maloney fires Scotland to vital Euro 2016 victory over Republic of Ireland
Shaun Maloney scores a worthy 76th-minute winner for Scotland as they beat the Republic of Ireland 1-0 in their crucial Euro 2016 Group D qualifier at Celtic Park.Nov 14, 21:40
Team News: Shane Long preferred to Robbie Keane for Republic of Ireland against Scotland
Robbie Keane is dropped for a competitive Republic of Ireland international for the first time since 2001 for their Euro 2016 qualifier against Scotland at Celtic Park.Nov 14, 19:15
Live Commentary: Scotland 1-0 Republic of Ireland - as it happened
Relive with Sports Mole Scotland's 1-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland as Gordon Strachan's side move joint second in Euro 2016 qualifying Group D.Nov 14, 18:45
Robbie Keane: 'Republic of Ireland are keeping feet on the ground'
Republic of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane says that the whole squad are staying focused after a good start to their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign.Nov 14, 06:56
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Roy Keane calls police to Republic of Ireland team hotel
The Football Association of Ireland confirm that Roy Keane called police to Republic of Ireland's team hotel following "an incident" yesterday afternoon.Nov 13, 08:17
Republic of Ireland hopeful over James McCarthy fitness
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill is confident that James McCarthy will be fit for Friday's trip to Scotland in Euro 2016 qualifying.Nov 12, 13:13
Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper Keiren Westwood leaves Republic of Ireland camp
A hip injury forces Keiren Westwood to withdraw from the Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming double-header against Scotland and the USA.Nov 12, 12:20
Shane Long: 'Scotland match is make or break'
Shane Long warns the Republic of Ireland that they cannot lose to Scotland on Friday if they want to qualify for Euro 2016.Nov 12, 00:34
Shay Given: 'Scotland fans are jealous of Aiden McGeady, James McCarthy'
Shay Given says that a hostile reception for Scotland-born Republic of Ireland pair Aiden McGeady and James McCarthy in Glasgow on Friday will be linked to jealousy.Nov 12, 00:01
Kevin Doyle withdraws from Republic of Ireland squad to face Scotland
A groin injury forces Kevin Doyle to pull out of the Republic of Ireland squad for this week's Euro 2016 qualifier against Scotland.Nov 11, 18:20
Martin O'Neill backs Aiden McGeady to handle Scotland's boo boys
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill says that Scotland-born Aiden McGeady is strong enough to cope with a hostile reception in Friday's clash in Glasgow.Nov 11, 01:57
Aston Villa's Jack Grealish to choose Republic of Ireland over England?
Highly-rated Aston Villa youngster Jack Grealish, born in Birmingham, is expected to snub an international career with England to represent the Republic of Ireland.Oct 17, 19:08
Naill Quinn thrilled for John O'Shea
Former Republic of Ireland striker Niall Quinn hails John O'Shea following defender's late equaliser during Tuesday's draw with Germany.Oct 15, 10:08
Martin O'Neill hails team spirit after draw with Germany
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill claims that it was the spirit of his players which helped deliver a 1-1 draw with Germany.Oct 15, 04:39
Match Analysis: Germany 1-1 Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole takes a closer look at the 1-1 draw between Germany and the Republic of Ireland in Gelsenkirchen.Oct 14, 21:15
John O'Shea: 'Scoring against Germany felt special'
Republic of Ireland defender John O'Shea claims that securing a draw against Germany in this evening's Euro 2016 Group D qualifier was "a very special moment".Oct 14, 21:05
John O'Shea stuns Germany with late equaliser on 100th cap
John O'Shea scores in the final minute of stoppage time to earn Republic of Ireland a shock point against world champions Germany in their Euro 2016 qualifier.Oct 14, 20:40
Team News: Three changes for Republic of Ireland against Germany
The Republic of Ireland make three changes to their side for tonight's Euro 2016 qualifier against world champions Germany, who bring in two new faces of their own.Oct 14, 18:09
Live Commentary: Germany 1-1 Republic of Ireland - as it happened
Sports Mole's live text coverage of the Euro 2016 qualifier between Germany and the Republic of Ireland.Oct 14, 17:43
Roy Keane would quit Aston Villa ahead of Republic of Ireland
Roy Keane says that he will quit his role as assistant manager at Aston Villa if it affects his work with the Republic of Ireland.Oct 14, 08:29
Robbie Keane plays down past Germany maulings
Republic of Ireland hitman Robbie Keane refuses to read anything into his nation's previous defeats against Germany ahead of Tuesday's Euro 2016 qualifier.Oct 14, 00:27
Martin O'Neill: 'We will attack Germany'
Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill says that his side must make the most of Tuesday's trip to Germany and warns the world champions to expect an attacking display.Oct 13, 22:25
Roy Keane wary of wounded Germany
Roy Keane tells the Republic of Ireland to expect a backlash from Germany on Tuesday following the world champions' defeat to Poland.Oct 12, 22:46
Preview:Germany vs. Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole gazes ahead to the Euro 2016 qualifier in Gelsenkirchen as the Republic of Ireland face world champions Germany.Oct 12, 13:52
Robbie Keane: "The team always comes first"
Republic of Ireland veteran Robbie Keane says that he will accept being dropped to the bench against Germany, despite scored a hat-trick on his last appearance.Oct 12, 11:13
Robbie Keane fires warning to Germany
Republic of Ireland hitman Robbie Keane says that a defeat is not on the agenda when he and his international teammates clash with Germany on Tuesday.Oct 11, 22:56
Player Ratings: Republic of Ireland 7-0 Gibraltar
Sports Mole looks at how the players fared in the Republic of Ireland's 7-0 Euro 2016 qualifying thrashing of Gibraltar in Dublin.Oct 11, 19:14
Match Analysis: Republic of Ireland 7-0 Gibraltar
Sports Mole whips its magnifying glass out to have a closer look at the Republic of Ireland's 7-0 win over Gibraltar in Euro 2016 qualifying.Oct 11, 18:25
Live Commentary: Republic of Ireland 7-0 Gibraltar - as it happened
Relive all of the action in the Republic of Ireland's crushing 7-0 win over Gibraltar courtesy of Sports Mole's live commentary.Oct 11, 15:30
Roy Keane wants to return to "hot seat" as football manager
Aston Villa and Republic of Ireland assistant boss Roy Keane admits that he wants to return to full-time football management.Oct 10, 08:43
Stephen Quinn: 'Patience will be key against Gibraltar'
Stephen Quinn believes that patience will be key for the Republic of Ireland during their Euro 2016 qualifier with Gibraltar on Saturday.Oct 10, 02:11
Roy Keane unsure if he will ever forgive former manager Sir Alex Ferguson
Roy Keane admits that he is unsure whether he will ever forgive former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson following the breakdown of their relationship.Oct 9, 16:33
Preview:Republic of Ireland vs. Gibraltar
Sports Mole looks ahead to the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2016 qualifier against Gibraltar on Saturday evening.Oct 9, 15:00
Robbie Brady desperate to impress Roy Keane
Robbie Brady admits that it is "brilliant" to work with Roy Keane on duty with the Republic of Ireland.Oct 9, 04:43
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