France's Paul Pogba in action with Portugal's Danilo Pereira in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
UEFA Nations League roundup: France and Portugal goalless, Croatia beat Sweden
Elsewhere in the Nations League there were wins for Croatia, England and Denmark.
Oct 11, 22:58
 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
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny "really felt" for unavailable duo Aaron Connolly, Adam Idah
The pair had been sitting too close to a member of staff who later tested positive for coronavirus on the flight to Bratislava.
Oct 10, 23:02
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny: 'We will have to live with Euro 2020 playoff defeat'
Ireland lost Aaron Connolly and Adam Idah before kick-off in Bratislava.
Oct 10, 19:02
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Five talking points as Republic of Ireland prepare to face Wales
Republic boss Stephen Kenny is still looking for his first win in charge.
Oct 10, 13:30
 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
 Wales youngster Neco Williams celebrates scoring the winner against Bulgaria on September 6, 2020
Preview:Republic of Ireland vs. Wales - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's UEFA Nations League clash between Republic of Ireland and Wales, including team news and predicted lineups.
Oct 9, 10:34
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny explains Aaron Connolly, Adam Idah withdrawals
Alan Browne and Matt Doherty missed from the spot in Bratislava.
Oct 9, 07:40
 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
Stephen Kenny hails "phenomenal" Republic of Ireland workrate in Slovakia loss
Aaron Connolly and Adam Idah were withdrawn at the last minute.
Oct 9, 07:31
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny: 'We must be at our best against Slovakia'
The game will be the new manager's third at the helm.
Oct 7, 22:20
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kelly: 'Slovakia must not underestimate us'
The last four games between the sides have ended all square.
Oct 7, 19:23
 Callum O'Dowda in action for Bristol City on August 18, 2018
Callum O'Dowda: 'Slovakia match the biggest of my career'
The midfielder missed out four years ago.
Oct 6, 12:52
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Preview:Slovakia vs. Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Euro 2020 qualifying playoff between Slovakia and Republic of Ireland, including team news and predicted lineups.
Oct 6, 10:18
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny challenges Ireland to seize "tremendous opportunity"
Stephen Kenny's side will look to take a step towards the European Championship with victory in Slovakia on Thursday.
Oct 4, 18:36
 Everton full-back Seamus Coleman pictured on October 3, 2020
Seamus Coleman expected to miss Republic of Ireland playoff in Slovakia
The 31-year-old full-back limped out of Everton 4-2 Premier League win over Brighton on Saturday.
Oct 4, 17:42
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny challenges his players to do something "extraordinary" in Slovakia
Either Bosnia and Herzegovina or Northern Ireland await the winners.
Sep 29, 16:37
 Shane Duffy celebrates scoring against Republic of Ireland on June 7, 2019
Republic of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny pleased Shane Duffy has joined Celtic
The defender has joined the Hoops on loan from Brighton.
Sep 17, 14:42
 England's James Ward-Prowse pictured with Gareth Southgate on September 5, 2020
A look at how England, Scotland, Wales, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland could fare in the UEFA Nations League
What did the opening fixtures of the Nations League tell us about hopes ahead?
Sep 9, 12:37
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Five things we learned from Stephen Kenny's first two Republic of Ireland games
Ireland drew in Bulgaria and lost to Finland in the new manager's first two games.
Sep 7, 16:17
 Finland players celebrate Fredrik Jenson's goal against Republic of Ireland on September 6, 2020
Shane Duffy: 'Republic of Ireland have to trust in the project'
Ireland head to Slovakia for a Euro 2020 play-off next month.
Sep 7, 07:39
 Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny admits poor finishing cost Ireland against Finland
The 1-0 loss in the Nations League marked a disappointing international return in Dublin.
Sep 6, 21:17
 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
 Stephen Kenny pictured in charge of Republic of Ireland for the first time on September 3, 2020
Main talking points ahead of Republic of Ireland against Finland
The new manager launched his reign with a 1-1 draw in Bulgaria.
Sep 5, 17:13
 Stephen Kenny pictured in charge of Republic of Ireland for the first time on September 3, 2020
Stephen Kenny opens up on Seamus Coleman decision
The new manager made an early decision over his highly-rated full-backs.
Sep 5, 16:57
 Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane pictured in June 2020
Conor Hourihane insists Republic of Ireland are prepared to win ugly
Ireland drew 1-1 in Bulgaria on Thursday evening.
Sep 4, 17:24
 Republic of Ireland's Shane Duffy scores against Bulgaria in the UEFA Nations League on September 3, 2020
Preview:Republic of Ireland vs. Finland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's UEFA Nations League fixture between Republic of Ireland and Finland, including team news and injury news.
Sep 4, 15:45
 Republic of Ireland's Shane Duffy scores against Bulgaria in the UEFA Nations League on September 3, 2020
Shane Duffy thanks Robbie Brady for handing him chance to redeem himself
The defender levelled from Robbie Brady's late corner in Sofia.
Sep 4, 08:10
 Stephen Kenny pictured in charge of Republic of Ireland for the first time on September 3, 2020
Republic of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny: Bulgaria draw "was quite surreal"
Skipper Shane Duffy levelled in stoppage time in Sofia.
Sep 4, 07:48
 Republic of Ireland's Shane Duffy scores against Bulgaria in the UEFA Nations League on September 3, 2020
Shane Duffy heads late equaliser for Republic of Ireland against Bulgaria
The Celtic defender struck in stoppage time in Sofia.
Sep 3, 21:11
 Jeff Hendrick pictured for Burnley in February 2020
Jeff Hendrick keen to set Republic of Ireland example
The midfielder has not played a competitive game since March.
Sep 3, 07:54
 Stephen Kenny pictured in 2016
Stephen Kenny 'excited' by Republic of Ireland potential
The new manager has drafted some of the Under-21 stars into the squad.
Sep 2, 22:06
 Stephen Kenny pictured in 2016
Stephen Kenny entirely focused on Bulgaria test
The Republic of Ireland face Bulgaria and Finland as their Nations League campaign gets under way.
Sep 2, 12:45
 Republic of Ireland's Sean Maguire, Jeff Hendrick and teammates look dejected after the match on November 18, 2019
Preview:Bulgaria vs. Republic of Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's UEFA Nations League clash between Bulgaria and Ireland, including team news and predicted lineups.
Sep 1, 10:37
 Darren Randolph during an Ireland training session on September 4, 2019
Darren Randolph: 'Republic of Ireland won't start playing like Barcelona'
New Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny wants his team to take a more progressive approach.
Aug 31, 17:03
 Norwich City's Adam Idah celebrates scoring their third goal with Ibrahim Amadou and Jamal Lewis on January 4, 2020
Adam Idah challenged by Stephen Kenny to prove he is the real deal
The Canaries teenager played for Stephen Kenny at Under-21 level.
Aug 24, 16:44
 Norwich City's Adam Idah celebrates scoring their third goal with Ibrahim Amadou and Jamal Lewis on January 4, 2020
Jayson Molumby, Adam Idah handed first Republic of Ireland call-ups
The trio were part of Stephen Kenny's Under-21s squad.
Aug 24, 11:55
 Oxford United's Mark Sykes in action with Wycombe Wanderers's Adebayo Akinfenwa in the League One playoff final on July 13, 2020
Mark Sykes 'planning to switch allegiance to Republic of Ireland'
The Oxford midfielder was included in three Northern Ireland squads but did not make his senior debut.
Aug 23, 15:44
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