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Martin O'Neill plays down advantage of Republic of Ireland's away goal
Republic of Ireland coach Martin O'Neill plays down talk that his country's away goal will give them an advantage over Bosnia-Herzegovina in their Euro 2016 playoff.
Nov 14, 14:51
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Martin O'Neill pleased with Republic of Ireland display
Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill hails the performance of his team in their 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the first leg of their Euro 2016 playoff.
Nov 14, 08:10
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Match Analysis: Bosnia-Herzegovina 1-1 Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole reviews the action from Zenica as the Republic of Ireland earn a 1-1 draw in the away leg of their Euro 2016 playoff with Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Nov 13, 22:28
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Live Commentary: Bosnia-Herzegovina 1-1 Republic of Ireland - as it happened
ReliveSports Mole's live coverage as the Republic of Ireland earn a 1-1 draw away to Bosnia-Herzegovina in their first leg Euro 2016 playoff.
Nov 13, 18:45
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Republic of Ireland's Robbie Keane demands Martin O'Neill contract extension
Robbie Keane urges the FAI to offer Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill a new contract regardless of how their Euro 2016 qualification journey ends.
Nov 11, 23:26
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Martin O'Neill hints at staying on as Republic of Ireland boss
Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill hints that he would like to extend his stint in the job beyond the Euro 2016 playoffs.
Nov 11, 11:57
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Preview:Bosnia-Herzegovina vs. Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole previews the Euro 2016 playoff action as Bosnia-Herzegovina welcome Martin O'Neill's Republic of Ireland side to Zenica.
Nov 10, 16:47
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Martin O'Neill: 'I would have taken playoff at start of qualifying campaign'
Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill admits that he would accepted being involved in the playoff battle for a place in Euro 2016 at the start of their qualifying campaign.
Nov 10, 00:04
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Martin O'Neill unconcerned by Bosnia-Herzegovina momentum
Martin O'Neill acknowledges that Republic of Ireland face a tough task against an in-form Bosnia-Herzegovina, but insists his side will not throw away their chance.
Nov 9, 21:06
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Steve McClaren wants keeper Rob Elliot to miss Republic of Ireland playoff
Newcastle United manager Steve McClaren does not want Rob Elliot to link up with Martin O'Neill's Republic of Ireland squad for their crucial Euro 2016 qualifier.
Nov 8, 18:45
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Alan Pardew: 'I will not clash with Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp'
Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew sees a lot of himself in Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp but plays down the prospect of a clash of passionate styles at Anfield.
Nov 7, 23:58
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Jamie Carragher: 'Remi Garde has a tough job ahead at Aston Villa'
Jamie Carragher says that Remi Garde "will have to produce one of the best managerial acts in Premier League history" to keep Aston Villa up this season.
Nov 7, 14:57
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Preview:Southampton vs. Aston Villa
Sports Mole previews the League Cup meeting between Southampton and managerless Aston Villa at St Mary's.
Oct 26, 22:47
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In Off The Post: Sam Matterface's say on the weekend's Premier League action
In his weekly Sports Mole column, Sam Matterface pays close attention to the Manchester derby, Aston Villa, Jose Mourinho and Watford.
Oct 26, 15:55
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Martin O'Neill: 'Injured Shane Long upbeat over Republic of Ireland playoff'
Martin O'Neill says that injured striker Shane Long is optimistic over his chances of being fit for the Euro 2016 playoff tie with Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Oct 19, 00:12
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Republic of Ireland draw Bosnia-Herzegovina in Euro 2016 playoff
Republic of Ireland will face Bosnia-Herzegovina in their Euro 2016 playoff match next month.
Oct 18, 09:39
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Live Coverage: Euro 2016 playoffs draw
Find out how the draw for the Euro 2016 playoffs unfolded with Sports Mole's text updates.
Oct 18, 09:00
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Republic of Ireland unseeded for Euro 2016 playoff draw
UEFA confirm that Republic of Ireland will not be one of the seeded sides for the Euro 2016 playoff draw.
Oct 14, 10:33
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Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill: 'I would have taken playoff'
Martin O'Neill says that he cannot be overly disappointed with the Republic of Ireland's defeat in Poland, insisting that he is happy with a playoff spot for Euro 2016.
Oct 11, 23:35
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Richard Keogh: 'I should have scored'
Richard Keogh admits that the Republic of Ireland might now be enjoying Euro 2016 qualification had he not missed a late chance in the 2-1 defeat in Poland.
Oct 11, 23:01
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Seamus Coleman: 'Republic of Ireland let themselves down'
Republic of Ireland defender Seamus Coleman concedes that he and his teammates 'let themselves down' after losing 2-1 in Poland for their Euro 2016 qualifier.
Oct 11, 22:28
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Martin O'Neill "disappointed" by Poland defeat
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill says that his team failed to take their chances as they were beaten 2-1 by Poland in their final Euro 2016 qualifier.
Oct 11, 21:58
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Match Analysis: Poland 2-1 Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole reviews the action from Warsaw as Poland pip the Republic of Ireland to automatic qualification for Euro 2016.
Oct 11, 21:34
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Poland pip the Republic of Ireland to Euro 2016 spot
Poland book their spot at Euro 2016 by beating the Republic of Ireland 2-1 in their final Group D clash in Warsaw.
Oct 11, 20:40
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Live Commentary: Poland 2-1 Republic of Ireland - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live commentary as Poland pip the Republic of Ireland to automatic qualification for Euro 2016.
Oct 11, 17:45
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Shane Long: 'Germany win must mean something'
The Republic of Ireland's Shane Long tells his teammates to use their Germany win as a springboard for beating Poland and reaching Euro 2016.
Oct 10, 22:35
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Martin O'Neill: 'Arkadiusz Milik absence a big boost for Republic of Ireland'
Martin O'Neill says that Arkadiusz Milik's injury will help the Republic of Ireland when they meet Poland in a crucial Euro 2016 qualifying match on Sunday.
Oct 10, 19:55
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Preview:Poland vs. Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole previews the vital Euro 2016 qualifier between Poland and the Republic of Ireland.
Oct 9, 16:14
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Shay Given ruled out of Republic of Ireland's Euro 2016 clash against Poland
Republic of Ireland confirm that Shay Given will play no part in Sunday's crucial Euro 2016 qualifier against Poland due to a knee injury.
Oct 9, 16:03
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Republic of Ireland's John O'Shea revels in Germany victory
John O'Shea says that skippering the Republic of Ireland to their famous win over Germany was the proudest moment of his international career.
Oct 9, 00:58
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Match Analysis: Republic of Ireland 1-0 Germany
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the Republic or Ireland's famous 1-0 victory over world champions Germany in Dublin.
Oct 8, 21:38
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Martin O'Neill praises Republic of Ireland's "bravery and courage"
Martin O'Neill describes the performance of his players as "sensational" and "fantastic" as the Republic of Ireland beat Germany 1-0 in Dublin.
Oct 8, 21:17
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Republic of Ireland shock Germany to set up crunch clash against Poland
The Republic of Ireland secure a shock 1-0 win over Germany in Thursday night's Euro 2016 Group D qualifier at the Aviva Stadium.
Oct 8, 20:44
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Half-Time Report: Goalless between Republic of Ireland, Germany
The Republic of Ireland are holding Germany to a goalless draw in their Euro 2016 Group D qualifier at the Aviva Stadium.
Oct 8, 19:37
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Team News: Robbie Keane drops to Republic of Ireland bench against Germany
Robbie Keane drops to the bench for the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2016 qualifier against Germany at the Aviva Stadium, one of four changes for Martin O'Neill's side.
Oct 8, 17:56
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Live Commentary: Republic of Ireland 1-0 Germany - as it happened
Relive the Republic of Ireland's historic 1-0 victory over world champions Germany as Shane Long's goal puts his side on the brink of Euro 2016 qualification.
Oct 8, 17:44
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John O'Shea: 'We can stop Germany'
John O'Shea feels that his fellow Republic of Ireland defenders have what it takes to stop world champions Germany in their Euro 2016 qualifier in Dublin.
Oct 7, 23:50
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Seamus Coleman ruled out of Republic of Ireland, Germany Euro 2016 qualifier
Martin O'Neill confirms that Seamus Coleman will miss Republic of Ireland's Euro 2016 qualifer against Germany due to an injury.
Oct 7, 19:33
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Martin O'Neill refuses to rule Seamus Coleman out of Euro qualifier with Germany
Matin O'Neil refuses to rule Seamus Coleman out of Thursday's clash with Germany, despite Roberto Martinez's fears over the right-back's fitness.
Oct 7, 12:24
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Roy Keane criticises Sunderland hierarchy following Dick Advocaat exit
Roy Keane says that Sunderland's board need to take a "good look at themselves" following Dick Advocaat's departure.
Oct 7, 07:02
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