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Talking points as Ireland bid to end winless run under Stephen Kenny
Ireland head into their meeting with Serbia without a win in 15 competitive outings.Sep 6, 13:03
James McClean calls for patience after winless run under Stephen Kenny continues
The Republic of Ireland have taken just one point from their first four Group A fixtures.Sep 6, 12:11
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Ireland captain Seamus Coleman to miss Serbia clash through injury
The 32-year-old was hurt against Azerbaijan on Saturday evening.Sep 5, 19:07
A closer look at the Republic of Ireland's winless run in competitive games
Ireland last won a competitive game against Gibraltar in June 2019.Sep 5, 11:56
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F21%2F35%2Fporire.jpg "Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his record-breaking goal for Portugal against the Republic of Ireland in a World Cup qualifier on September 1, 2021")
Preview:Azerbaijan vs. Portugal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Azerbaijan and Portugal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Sep 5, 09:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F21%2F35%2Froiaze.JPG "Republic of Ireland's Shane Duffy celebrates scoring against Azerbaijan on September 4, 2021")
Adam Idah refusing to throw in the towel on Ireland's World Cup hopes
Ireland trail Serbia and Portugal by nine points at the halfway stage.Sep 5, 09:45
Preview:Republic of Ireland vs. Serbia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Republic of Ireland and Serbia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Sep 5, 09:06
Boss Stephen Kenny defends record as Republic of Ireland draw with Azerbaijan
Defender Shane Duffy levelled with just three minutes remaining in Dublin.Sep 4, 20:18
Shane Duffy's late equaliser gets the Republic of Ireland out of jail
Stephen Kenny's side came within three minutes of another embarrassing defeat.Sep 4, 18:16
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Matt Doherty insists Ireland's World Cup hopes are not 'dead and buried'
Ireland face Azerbaijan and Serbia in Dublin as they attempt to rekindle their campaign.Sep 3, 22:00
Matt Doherty hopes Republic of Ireland soothe Portugal pain against Azerbaijan
Ireland are targeting a first win of the Group A campaign at the Aviva Stadium.Sep 3, 12:47
Build on Portugal performance - Ireland talking points ahead of Azerbaijan game
Both sides go into the game still looking for their first points of the campaign.Sep 3, 11:50
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Republic of Ireland number one Gavin Bazunu not taking his position for granted
The 19-year-old saved Cristiano Ronaldo's penalty on his fifth appearance for Ireland.Sep 2, 22:00
Preview:Republic of Ireland vs. Azerbaijan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Republic of Ireland and Azerbaijan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Sep 2, 11:29
John Egan pushes Ireland to improve after Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo-led win
The Sheffield United defender headed Ireland into the lead in Faro.Sep 2, 08:00
Cristiano Ronaldo promises more international goals after setting record
Ireland looked to be heading for a famous victory until the 36-year-old intervened.Sep 2, 03:30
Cristiano Ronaldo 'not closing the count just yet' after breaking goals record
The 36-year-old took his international tally to 111 with a late brace.Sep 1, 22:37
Cristiano Ronaldo breaks international goals record to crush Ireland hopes
Ireland keeper Gavin Bazunu had earlier saved the 36-year-old's penalty.Sep 1, 21:08
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Ireland must focus on hurting Portugal, not Cristiano Ronaldo - Seamus Coleman
Ireland will attempt to carry a threat to their hosts.Aug 31, 18:20
Talking points ahead of the Republic of Ireland's match against Portugal
Stephen Kenny's men are seeking their first World Cup qualifying win after two Group A games.Aug 31, 16:04
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Preview:Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Portugal and Republic of Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Aug 30, 12:26
Jayson Molumby excited at the thought of playing on the biggest stage
The 22-year-old midfielder sealed a loan move to West Brom last week.Aug 29, 16:56
Ireland boss Stephen Kenny would prefer to have all his players vaccinated
Ireland lost eight players to coronavirus protocols in October last year.Aug 26, 14:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F38%2Faaron-connolly.JPG "Brighton and Hove Albion striker Aaron Connolly celebrates scoring against Newcastle United on September 20, 2020")
Aaron Connolly and Jeff Hendrick return to Republic of Ireland squad
Striker Callum Robinson misses out after testing positive for Covid-19.Aug 26, 12:36
Ireland boss Stephen Kenny urges "leadership" in fight against racism
Stephen Kenny's players were booed as they took the knee in Budapest.Jul 23, 11:13
Hungary prime minister Viktor Orban slams Republic of Ireland players over knee gesture
The Euro 2020 host nation face Portugal in their opening fixture on Tuesday.Jun 10, 14:17
Stephen Kenny criticises "incomprehensible" booing of Irish players kneeling
Hungary open their Euro 2020 finals campaign against Portugal in Budapest on Tuesday.Jun 8, 21:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F21%2F23%2Fhunire.jpg "Hungary's Adam Szalai in action with Republic of Ireland's Shane Duffy on June 8, 2021")
Hungary 0-0 Ireland: Irish keepers impress in goalless stalemate
Both keepers made important saves as Ireland held firm in Budapest.Jun 8, 20:21
Stephen Kenny wants Gavin Bazunu to play in front of "passionate crowd"
The teenager has taken his chance since injuries opened the door.Jun 7, 22:18
Stephen Kenny urges Ireland to look forward after Euros disappointment
Ireland lost out in a heart-breaking penalty shoot-out in Slovakia.Jun 7, 13:02
Republic of Ireland suffer Seamus Coleman injury blow
The Everton defender arrived in the training camp with the problem.Jun 6, 10:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F21%2F22%2Fandroi.JPG "Republic of Ireland's Troy Parrott celebrates scoring against Andorra in a friendly on June 3, 2021")
Preview:Hungary vs. Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's international friendly between Hungary and Republic of Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 6, 08:37
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F19%2F01%2Fjason-knight.jpg "Jason Knight celebrates scoring for Derby County on December 30, 2019")
Jason Knight remains optimistic over Ireland's World Cup bid
Ireland face a tough triple-header in September after a winless start to the campaign.Jun 4, 22:22
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F19%2F46%2Ftroy-parrott.jpg "Troy Parrott in action for Republic of Ireland on November 14, 2019")
Troy Parrott believes fans "should be excited" about Irish strikers
The teenager scored twice in Andorra to spare Ireland's blushes.Jun 4, 09:14
Stephen Kenny tips Troy Parrott for bright future
The teenager dragged Ireland back into the game at the Estadi Nacional.Jun 3, 20:49
A look at Republic of Ireland's record under Stephen Kenny
Stephen Kenny replaced Mick McCarthy in April last year.Jun 3, 18:38
Andorra 1-4 Republic of Ireland: Troy Parrott hits double in comeback win
Ireland trailed to Marc Vales' shock opener before fighting back against Andorra.Jun 3, 18:14
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Stephen Kenny not hopeful over Patrick Bamford
The striker represented Ireland at under-18 level.Jun 2, 22:24
Stephen Kenny empathises with Naomi Osaka
The Ireland boss accepts media duties are part of his job.Jun 2, 18:17
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Conor Hourihane hopes settled build up will help Republic of Ireland
Ireland have gone 11 games without a victory under manager Stephen Kenny.Jun 2, 15:32
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