Wayne Rooney, the former Manchester United superstar, recently opened up about a fascinating chapter in his football career that nearly saw him don the green jersey of the Ireland national team.

Damien Duff played the long game in his pursuit of Kerr McInroy, the former Celtic prospect has revealed. Duff coached the Scot during his time with the Bhoys, where he served as a coach both with ...

HEIMIR Hallgrímsson has lauded the “fighter” in Mark Sykes after the Belfast native was recalled to the Republic of Ireland ...

WAYNE ROONEY says he was close to playing for the Republic of Ireland. But the England icon – second on the all-time caps and goals for the Three Lions – snubbed Ireland boss Mick ...

Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson has revealed his 23-man squad for the upcoming Nations League promotion-relegation ...

"It was not meant in any way as a disrespect to the League of Ireland, if it came across that way, I am man enough to say I apologise for that, but it was absolutely not what I was thinking when I was ...

While Konate could well be passed fit, Alexander-Arnold ’s expected absence hands Liverpool a blow at right-back with Slot ...

Ballyclare native Patterson remains the second-youngest player to make a Premiership appearance over the past 15 years after ...

Republic of Ireland assistant coach John O'Shea admits they're delighted with the current form of Everton defender Jake ...

Moyes remains keen to avoid a trip to the stunning venue until his side has guaranteed its Premier League status for another ...

Lucas Digne has been an ever-present in the squad for Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup fixtures, featuring in all ...