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James McCarthy ruled out of Republic of Ireland friendlies
Everton midfielder James McCarthy will miss all of the Republic of Ireland's four friendlies over the next couple of weeks after suffering an ankle injury.May 20, 23:40
Republic of Ireland announces friendly against Oman
The Republic of Ireland announce that they will play Oman in a friendly this September as part of their preparations for 2016 European Championship qualifying.May 13, 22:55
Roy Keane lined up to join Manchester United as assistant manager?
Roy Keane is a candidate to become Manchester United's new assistant manager, according to reports.Apr 24, 01:57
Anthony Stokes enjoying Republic of Ireland involvement
Celtic striker Anthony Stokes admits that he is enjoying being back in the Republic of Ireland setup under new manager Martin O'Neill.Apr 16, 15:19
On this day: Debutant Federico Macheda scores late Manchester United winner
Five years ago today, Manchester United's Federico Macheda comes off the bench to score a dramatic late winner against Aston Villa.Apr 5, 09:19
Tottenham's Danny Rose hopes Sunderland can secure Premier League survival
Tottenham Hotspur Danny Rose is hopeful that his former club Sunderland can secure Premier League survival.Apr 4, 17:46
John O'Shea rejects talk of rift with Republic of Ireland coach Roy Keane
John O'Shea rubbishes suggestions that he has a strained relationship with Roy Keane following claims in Sir Alex Ferguson's autobiography.Apr 3, 09:55
On this day: Manchester United thrash Aston Villa
Six years ago today, goals from Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney and Carlos Tevez see Manchester United overcome Aston Villa at Old Trafford.Mar 29, 11:20
Martin O'Neill pleased with performance despite defeat
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill admits that he is pleased with his side following the 2-1 defeat to Serbia on Wednesday.Mar 6, 02:55
Live Commentary: Republic of Ireland 1-2 Serbia - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text commentary of the international friendly between the Republic of Ireland and Serbia at the Aviva Stadium.Mar 5, 19:15
On this day: Stan Collymore hat-trick downs Sunderland
Fourteen years ago today, Stan Collymore scores three times on his home debut for Leicester City.Mar 5, 10:00
Roy Keane enjoying working with Martin O'Neill
Republic of Ireland assistant manager Roy Keane says that he is enjoying working with Martin O'Neill.Mar 4, 00:44
Preview:Republic of Ireland vs. Serbia
Sports Mole looks ahead to the international friendly between the Republic of Ireland and Serbia.Mar 3, 12:40
Robbie Keane left out of Republic of Ireland squad for Serbia friendly
Robbie Keane is left out of Martin O'Neill's Republic of Ireland squad to face Serbia in an international friendly in Dublin on March 5.Feb 20, 12:03
Republic of Ireland to face Turkey test
The FAI reveal that the Republic of Ireland will face Turkey in an end-of-season friendly on May 25 at the Aviva Stadium.Feb 7, 12:36
Stephen Hunt tells Martin O'Neill: 'Pick David McGoldrick'
Stephen Hunt insists that his Ipswich Town teammate David McGoldrick would do a good job for the Republic of Ireland.Feb 4, 14:23
Top five Premier League Tyne-Wear derbies
Following Sunderland's memorable 3-0 win over Newcastle at St James' Park yesterday, Sports Mole looks back on five of the best Tyne-Wear derbies in the Premier League.Feb 2, 10:52
Shay Given open to international return under Martin O'Neill
On-loan Middlesbrough goalkeeper Shay Given admits that he could come out of international retirement and return to the Republic of Ireland set-up under Martin O'Neill.Jan 18, 14:42
Martin O'Neill: Roy Keane is "committed" to Ireland role
Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill plays down speculation linking Roy Keane with the vacant Sheffield Wednesday role.Dec 22, 18:57
Martin O'Neill: 'I would welcome Shay Given return'
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill reveals that he would like to speak to goalkeeper Shay Given regarding the possibility of him coming out of international retirement.Dec 19, 16:01
Gareth Barry: "I was very close to joining Liverpool"
Everton midfielder Gareth Barry reveals that he was "very close" to joining Liverpool in the summer of 2009 as a replacement for Xabi Alonso.Nov 23, 00:36
Paul Green enjoying life under Roy Keane
Paul Green says that he is excited to be working under Republic of Ireland assistant manager Roy Keane.Nov 20, 16:37
Martin O'Neill: 'Lots of things to improve'
New Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill is pleased with the results of his first two games in charge, but admits that they have a lot of improving to do.Nov 20, 00:24
Match Analysis: Poland 0-0 Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole analyses the international friendly between Poland and the Republic of Ireland in Poznan, where the visitors remained unbeaten under Martin O'Neill.Nov 19, 22:40
Ireland battle to draw in Poland
The Republic of Ireland produce an impressive defensive display to earn a goalless draw with Poland in Poznan.Nov 19, 22:04
Half-Time Report: Ireland holding Poland in Poznan
Martin O'Neill's Republic of Ireland hold Poland to a goalless first half in Poznan.Nov 19, 20:40
Live Commentary: Poland 0-0 Republic of Ireland - as it happened
Read how the Republic of Ireland stayed unbeaten under Martin O'Neill with a 0-0 draw against Poland in Poznan, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute coverage.Nov 19, 18:50
Team News: Jonathan Walters captains Republic of Ireland in Poland
Jonathan Walters captains the Republic of Ireland for tonight's friendly against Poland in Poznan.Nov 19, 18:40
Wes Hoolahan welcomes Roy Keane appointment
Republic of Ireland international Wes Hoolahan says that it is "great" to have Roy Keane as part of the coaching staff.Nov 19, 14:18
Martin O'Neill warns James McClean over Twitter use
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill warns winger James McClean over his use of Twitter after he allegedly posted derogatory messages about a Northern Irish newspaper.Nov 18, 22:09
Robbie Keane likely to need surgery
LA Galaxy and Republic of Ireland striker Robbie Keane admits that he may need surgery on a troublesome Achilles injury.Nov 18, 20:49
Kevin Doyle delighted to be back in Republic of Ireland picture
Kevin Doyle says that his return to the Republic of Ireland squad is "nice" and adds that it is because he "put his head down" and worked hard. Nov 17, 16:20
Preview:Poland vs. Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole looks ahead to the Republic of Ireland's trip to Poland on Tuesday evening.Nov 17, 11:34
Robbie Keane urges Aiden McGeady to push on
Robbie Keane urges Republic of Ireland teammate Aiden McGeady to push on at international level following Friday's 3-0 win over Latvia.Nov 16, 17:22
John O'Shea: 'Good to start new era with a win'
Republic of Ireland defender John O'Shea insists that it was important to give Martin O'Neill a win in his first game in charge against Latvia.Nov 16, 16:06
Joey O'Brien to undergo hamstring scan
Republic of Ireland defender Joey O'Brien is sent for a hamstring scan after suffering a problem before the team's win over Latvia on Friday.Nov 16, 12:21
Martin O'Neill disputes Paolo Di Canio claims
Martin O'Neill says that Paolo Di Canio is off the mark with claims that he spent £40m as manager of Sunderland, while adding that it was a player he signed - Steven Fletcher - that kept the team up.Nov 16, 02:16
James McCarthy: 'Martin O'Neill, Roy Keane have us buzzing'
James McCarthy hails Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane for igniting a "buzz" back in the Republic of Ireland setup since being appointed.Nov 15, 23:04
Martin O'Neill "delighted" with victory against Latvia
Martin O'Neill says that the Republic of Ireland's win against Latvia was an "exhilarating" night. Nov 15, 22:54
Republic of Ireland ease past Latvia
Martin O'Neill secures a 3-0 win against Latvia in his first match in charge of the Republic of Ireland.Nov 15, 21:38
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