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Posted on November 14, 2009 - by blogtheking
McGeady relishing ‘big game’ atmosphere
Republic of Ireland midfielder Aiden McGeady has said that he is looking forward to the World Cup play-off against France today because of the atmosphere around the game.
Posted on November 14, 2009 - by blogtheking
Last-gasp goal denies Ireland U-21s victory
Georgia U-21 1 Republic of Ireland U-21 1
The Republic of Ireland were denied victory at the death once again as they were held to a fourth successive European U-21s Championship qualifier draw in Georgia.
Posted on November 14, 2009 - by blogtheking
St Ledger: Our defence can cope with French pace
Republic of Ireland defender Sean St Ledger has said that the experience of his fellow defenders will help him cope with the pace of the French strike force in the World Cup play-off today.
Posted on November 14, 2009 - by blogtheking
Keane spurred by World Cup memories
Robbie Keane will use the memories of his 2002 World Cup finals adventure to fuel his bid to return eight years later.
Posted on November 14, 2009 - by blogtheking
Ireland U-21 team announced
Don Givens has announed the Republic of Ireland U21 team to face Georgia U21 tonight.
Posted on November 11, 2009 - by blogtheking
Stokes: Sunderland frustration led to Hibs move
Republic of Ireland striker Anthony Stokes has revealed how his frustrations at Sunderland led to his signing for SPL club Hibernian.
Posted on November 11, 2009 - by blogtheking
Dunne: Set pieces will be major factor in play-offs
Ahead of the Republic of Ireland’s World Cup play-off games against France, defender Richard Dunne has said his teammates aren’t feeling the pressure, because they think they can score in Paris.
Posted on November 11, 2009 - by blogtheking
Pressure is ‘internal’: Domenech
Raymond Domenech has told France’s players the pressure must come from within for their make-or-break World Cup play-off against the Republic of Ireland.
Posted on November 11, 2009 - by blogtheking
Tardelli issues play-off warning to France
Marco Tardelli has warned France the Republic of Ireland firmly believe they can beat them to snatch a place in next summer’s World Cup finals.
Posted on November 11, 2009 - by blogtheking
Barca plays down Robinho rumours
Barcelona technical secretary Txiki Begiristain has played down speculation linking the Catalans with a move for Manchester City forward Robinho.
