John O'Shea thankful for quick return to action against the Faroe Islands
John O'Shea insists that the Republic of Ireland must focus on producing a professional performance against the Faroe Islands on Tuesday.
Oct 15, 02:45
John O'Shea: 'Ireland must forget about Germany defeat'
John O'Shea hopes that Ireland can recover quickly from their 6-1 humbling at the hands of Germany.
Oct 12, 22:31
Match Analysis: Republic of Ireland 1-6 Germany
Sports Mole dissects Germany's thumping 6-1 win over Ireland in Dublin.
Oct 12, 22:16
Germany hit Republic of Ireland for six
Germany continue their perfect start to their World Cup qualification campaign with a 6-1 win over Republic of Ireland.
Oct 12, 21:40
Half-Time Report: Marco Reus double hands Germany first-half lead
Germany lead Republic of Ireland 2-0 at the interval of their World Cup Group C qualifier.
Oct 12, 20:35
Preview: Republic of Ireland vs. Germany
Sports Mole previews tonight's World Cup qualifier at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin between the Republic of Ireland and Germany.
Oct 12, 09:31
John O'Shea: 'Germany more than just Mesut Ozil'
Republic of Ireland defender John O'Shea tells his players that they cannot afford to just focus their attention on Germany playmaker Mesut Ozil.
Oct 12, 09:21
Giovanni Trapattoni names Ireland team
Giovanni Trapattoni names his Republic of Ireland team for tomorrow's game against Germany at the Aviva Stadium.
Oct 11, 15:14
Darren O'Dea not scared of Germany
Darren O'Dea says that he does not fear Germany ahead of their meeting with the Republic of Ireland.
Oct 10, 07:03
Team News: Seven changes for Manchester City
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini opts to make seven changes to his team for today's visit of Sunderland to the Etihad Stadium.
Oct 6, 12:09
John O'Shea praises Sunderland defence
Sunderland's John O'Shea hails Sunderland defence ahead of their trip to Premier League champions Manchester City.
Oct 6, 10:22
John O'Shea targets goals from set pieces
John O'Shea is targeting more goals from set pieces to take the pressure off Steven Fletcher.
Oct 4, 14:15
Carlos Cuellar: 'We have a good blend of players'
Carlos Cuellar believes that Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill has compiled a squad that can be successful in the Premier League this season.
Sep 13, 04:42
John O'Shea: 'Darron Gibson will return for Republic of Ireland'
John O'Shea believes that Darron Gibson will return to play for Republic of Ireland in the near future.
Sep 5, 10:42
Sports Mole's Team of the Week
As the new Premier League season gets underway, Sports Mole picks out its team of the week.
Aug 19, 23:42
John O'Shea: 'Ireland can still improve'
John O'Shea believes that Ireland can still improve after their 1-1 draw in Belgrade.
Aug 16, 07:51
Steve Staunton questions Ireland's next generation
Steve Staunton admits that he fears for the future of the Republic of Ireland national side.
Jun 18, 19:13
Roy Keane continues Ireland criticism
Roy Keane uses his column in a newspaper to continue his criticism of the current Republic of Ireland squad.
Jun 17, 13:08
Wayne Rooney's horse second at Folkestone
Wayne Rooney's horse Pippy produces an improved performance to finish second at Folkestone earlier today.
Jun 11, 14:35
Hungary 0-0 Republic of Ireland
The Republic of Ireland finish their Euro 2012 preparations with a 0-0 draw against Hungary in Budapest.
Jun 4, 21:45
Giovanni Trapattoni names Irish lineup
Giovanni Trapattoni names a Republic of Ireland team that he says is "90 percent certain" to start against Croatia in their Euro 2012 opener in Poznan on June 10.
Jun 4, 06:04
Giovanni Trapattoni names strong team for final friendly
Republic of Ireland announce starting line-up for final Euro 2012 warm up against Hungary.
Jun 3, 18:32
John O'Shea confirms Euro fitness
Republic of Ireland defender John O'Shea confirms that he will be fit for Euro 2012.
Jun 3, 12:48
Shay Given, John O'Shea return to Republic of Ireland training
John O'Shea and Shay Given hand Giovanni Trapattoni a double fitness boost by returning to training ahead of Euro 2012.
May 31, 13:11
Kevin Foley: 'Ireland axe was hard to take'
Kevin Foley says that it was "tough" to be given the chop from the Republic of Ireland Euro 2012 squad.
May 30, 09:27
Wayne Rooney, John O'Shea buy colt
Footballers Wayne Rooney and John O'Shea team up to buy a majority share in a two-year-old colt.
May 29, 04:57
John O'Shea set fitness deadline
Giovanni Trapattoni admits that he may have to look at other defensive options if John O'Shea is not fit for Ireland's game with Hungary next week.
May 28, 14:36
Marco Tardelli downplays Ireland injury crisis
Republic of Ireland assistant manager Marco Tardelli downplays reports of an injury crisis ahead of Euro 2012.
May 23, 22:50
Paul McShane called up to Ireland squad
Paul McShane is drafted into the Republic of Ireland squad for Saturday's friendly against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
May 23, 14:02
John O'Shea sits out training
Republic of Ireland defender John O'Shea could reportedly miss Euro 2012 with an ankle injury.
May 21, 15:10
John O'Shea passed fit Euro 2012
Republic of Ireland defender John O'Shea passed fit for Euro 2012.
May 14, 15:16
John O'Shea a doubt for Euro 2012
Martin O'Neill concedes that John O'Shea could miss Euro 2012 with injury.
May 14, 08:15
Team News: Jonny Evans, Ryan Giggs return for Manchester United
Jonny Evans and Ryan Giggs start for Manchester United as they travel to Sunderland.
May 13, 14:20
John O'Shea disappointed in Roberto Mancini's 'easy' claims
John O'Shea believes that there was no need for Roberto Mancini to claim that Manchester United have an 'easy' game against Sunderland on Sunday.
May 10, 09:45
Fulham 2-1 Sunderland
Fulham continue their solid run of form with a 2-1 win over Sunderland.
May 6, 15:51
Preview: Fulham vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews the mid-table clash between Fulham and Sunderland at Craven Cottage on Sunday.
May 4, 15:01
John O'Shea: 'James McClean should go to Euro 2012'
James McClean deserves to go to Euro 2012, according to John O'Shea.
Apr 28, 09:31
Preview: Sunderland vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp is likely to name an unchanged side at Sunderland, knowing that a point will see his side go above Arsenal in the table.
Apr 6, 12:06
Preview: Manchester City vs. Sunderland
Manchester City can go level on points with Manchester United if they clinch a victory over Sunderland this weekend.
Mar 29, 13:45
Martin O'Neill hails John O'Shea influence
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill praises the influence of John O'Shea following the defender's first season on Wearside.
Mar 22, 18:25
