Giovanni Trapattoni: 'James McCarthy should seize opportunity'
Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni believes that James McCarthy should seize his opportunity to impress against Spain on Tuesday.
Jun 10, 05:40
Giovanni Trapattoni praises Robbie Keane
Giovanni Trapattoni praises Robbie Keane following his three-goal performance for the Republic of Ireland against the Faroe Islands.
Jun 8, 05:40
Robbie Keane: 'Three points more important than caps record'
Republic of Ireland striker Robbie Keane insists that three points toward World Cup qualification matter most, on a night where the forward capped his 126th record-breaking cap by scoring a hat-trick.
Jun 7, 23:10
Robbie Keane marks record-breaking appearance with hat-trick
Robbie Keane scores a hat-trick for the Republic of Ireland in his record-breaking 126th game as they beat the Faroe Islands in their Group C World Cup qualifying clash.
Jun 7, 21:42
Team News: No surprises in Republic of Ireland lineup from Giovanni Trapattoni
Jonathan Walters starts up front for the Republic of Ireland in the place of the suspended Shane Long in their World Cup qualifying clash against Faroe Islands.
Jun 7, 19:31
Richard Dunne, David Forde doubtful for Faroe Islands clash
Richard Dunne and David Forde are doubts for the Republic of Ireland's clash with the Faroe Islands on Friday night.
Jun 5, 20:37
Preview: Republic of Ireland vs. Faroe Islands
The Republic of Ireland will play host to the Faroe Islands this Friday. Here, Sports Mole previews the World Cup qualifier.
Jun 5, 16:29
Richard Dunne delighted by "perfect" comeback
Richard Dunne says that his comeback match in football couldn't "have gone more perfectly" after the Republic of Ireland's win over Georgia.
Jun 3, 07:49
Republic of Ireland hit Georgia for four
Republic of Ireland defeat Georgia 4-0 at the Aviva Stadium.
Jun 2, 19:27
Team News: Giovanni Trapattoni makes nine changes
Giovanni Trapattoni makes nine changes to his Republic of Ireland side for the friendly against Georgia.
Jun 2, 17:25
Live Commentary: Republic of Ireland 4-0 Georgia - as it happened
Full live text commentary of Republic of Ireland's friendly with Georgia at the Aviva Stadium that ends in a comfortable 4-0 win for the hosts.
Jun 2, 16:10
Shane Long delighted by captaincy role
Shane Long is delighted at being named Republic of Ireland captain for their friendly against Georgia tomorrow.
Jun 1, 17:18
Shane Long to captain Repulic of Ireland
Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni reveals that striker Shane Long will captain the side against Georgia tomorrow.
Jun 1, 15:39
Robbie Keane: 'Richard Dunne is desperate to play again'
Republic of Ireland international Robbie Keane reveals that Richard Dunne wants to play against Georgia in their clash on Sunday after almost a year out with injury.
May 30, 21:16
Giovanni Trapattoni: 'England clash was great for Irish youngsters'
Giovanni Trapattoni says that Wednesday's 1-1 draw with England will prove to be an invaluable experience for the Republic of Ireland's younger players.
May 30, 01:12
Match Analysis: England 1-1 Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole casts its eye over England's 1-1 draw with Ireland this evening.
May 29, 22:46
Republic of Ireland seal draw against England
Frank Lampard cancels out Shane Long's opener as England draw 1-1 with the Republic of Ireland at Wembley.
May 29, 21:50
Live Commentary: England 1-1 Republic of Ireland - as it happened
Read how England and Ireland played out a 1-1 draw at Wembley in their first meeting for 18 years.
May 29, 19:00
Team News: Daniel Sturridge and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain start for England
Daniel Sturridge leads the line for England against the Republic of Ireland.
May 29, 18:35
Team News: Robbie Keane, Shane Long to start for Republic of Ireland
Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni selects Robbie Keane and Shane Long in attack for their friendly clash with England on Wednesday.
May 28, 17:53
Roy Hodgson defends "outstanding" Giovanni Trapattoni
England boss Roy Hodgson describes Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni as "outstanding" ahead of tomorrow night's friendly at Wembley.
May 28, 03:55
Richard Dunne to earn shock Ireland recall
Richard Dunne could earn a surprise recall to the Republic of Ireland squad for their matches with Georgia and the Faroe Islands.
May 27, 06:20
Anthony Pilkington withdraws from Republic of Ireland squad
A knee problem forces Anthony Pilkington to pull out of the Republic of Ireland squad.
May 20, 16:47
Rob Elliot 'could make Republic of Ireland debut against England'
Newcastle United goalkeeper Rob Elliot reportedly has three games to show that he deserves a call-up to the Republic of Ireland squad.
May 1, 11:00
Brian McDermott, Martin O'Neill in Republic of Ireland running?
Both Brian McDermott and Martin O'Neill reportedly emerge as the two favourites to take over as Republic of Ireland manager from Giovanni Trapattoni.
Apr 1, 14:25
Giovanni Trapattoni tells Antonio Conte to stay at Juventus
Former Juventus boss Giovanni Trapattoni urges Antonio Conte to build on his success in Turin and resist offers to move abroad.
Mar 30, 14:27
Giovannia Trapattoni: 'We must stay positive'
Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni feels that his side must stay "positive" following their draw with Austria.
Mar 27, 00:43
Live Commentary: Republic of Ireland 2-2 Austria - as it happened
Read how Bayern Munich midfielder David Alaba denied Republic of Ireland a crucial World Cup qualifying victory over Austria at the Aviva Stadium, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute coverage.
Mar 26, 18:55
Robbie Keane out of Austria match
Kevin Doyle replaces Robbie Keane in the Republic of Ireland squad after the latter pulls out with a calf injury.
Mar 24, 16:38
Preview: Republic of Ireland vs. Austria
Sports Mole previews the Republic of Ireland's game against Austria in the World Cup qualifiers at the Aviva Stadium on Tuesday,
Mar 24, 14:15
Robbie Keane doubtful for Austria clash
Republic of Ireland captain Robbie Keane could miss his nation's clash against Austria with a calf complaint.
Mar 24, 12:55
David Forde: 'We need to perform against Austria'
Republic of Ireland goalkeeper David Forde believes that he and his teammates need to put in a strong performance against Austria.
Mar 24, 04:36
Shane Long admits he needs to "step up"
Republic of Ireland striker Shane Long admits that his performances for his country need to improve.
Mar 24, 04:10
Giovanni Trapattoni pleased with draw
Republic of Ireland coach Giovanni Trapattoni insists that Friday's 0-0 draw with Sweden is a "good result" for his team.
Mar 23, 00:03
Live Commentary: Sweden 0-0 Republic of Ireland - as it happened
Find out what happened during Sweden's 0-0 draw with the Republic of Ireland courtesy of Sports Mole's text updates.
Mar 22, 18:45
Giovanni Trapattoni stresses importance of Sweden game
Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni says that Paul Green and Seamus Coleman will have important roles to play in this Friday's World Cup qualifier in Sweden.
Mar 21, 22:46
Team News: Shane Long chosen to partner Robbie Keane for Republic of Ireland
Giovanni Trapattoni picks Shane Long ahead of Jonathan Walters to partner Robbie Keane up front against Sweden.
Mar 21, 15:47
Giovanni Trapattoni: 'We'll deal with Zlatan Ibrahimovic'
Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni is "very confident" that his side will be able to cope with Zlatan Ibrahimovic when they take on Sweden on Friday.
Mar 18, 22:31
Andy Keogh given late Ireland call-up
Millwall striker Andy Keogh receives a call-up for the Republic of Ireland squad as Giovanni Trapattini makes changes to his side.
Mar 17, 09:10
Giovanni Trapattoni explains Darron Gibson snub
Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni reveals that Darron Gibson has rejected the opportunity to end his international exile.
Mar 8, 15:31
