Six-year-old fan at Aviva sums up the eternal mystery – The Irish Times

Heimir Hallgrímsson had said in the immediate aftermath of Ireland’s World Cup elimination in Prague on Thursday that “our job is to pick ourselves up tomorrow when we wake up and start again”. This is simply the duty of a professional. But sometimes even the most professional of us feel like calling in sick. A … Read more

Czechs fight back to beat Ireland in World Cup play-off

Goalkeeper Matej Kovar saved two penalties in a shootout to take the Czech Republic past Ireland in their 2026 World Cup play-off in Prague on Thursday. Eyeing their first World Cup berth since 2006, the Czechs now face Denmark in the play-off final in Prague on March 31 for a ticket to the tournament hosted … Read more

Adam Idah shares what was ‘weird’ as he celebrated his Scottish Cup final goal for Celtic vs Rangers

The 2024/25 Scottish Cup final is around the corner, and it will bring back great memories for Celtic fans and Adam Idah. During the January transfer window of 2024, Celtic secured Idah’s talents on a six-month loan deal from Norwich City. It wouldn’t take long for the 24-year-old to make himself known, including scoring a … Read more

Ireland can put England defeat behind them against Bulgaria, Hallgrímsson says – The Irish Times

Nations League relegation/promotion playoff, first leg: Bulgaria v Republic of Ireland, Hristo Botev Stadium, Plovdiv, 7.45pm Irish time – Live RTÉ2 Heimir Hallgrímsson has waited patiently since November 17th last year for the Republic of Ireland’s first outing of a 10-match campaign in 2025. Above all else, the head coach wants to put some distance … Read more

‘He has to be braver…’ James McFadden slams Celtic duo during 3-3 draw at Dundee

Celtic extended their lead at the top of the Premiership table to 16 points on Tuesday night. This came after Celtic’s 3-3 draw at Dundee where, the champions, despite leading twice, had to settle for a point after a sloppy defensive display. Many will look towards the backline and how they will be kicking themselves … Read more

Adam Idah Celtic goals dry up but striker told ‘vital contributions’ keep Brendan Rodgers happy

Adam Idah has stuttered in front of goal for Celtic in recent weeks. The Irishman has had a few off matches and is without a strike since late November when Idah scored vs Ross County in a 5-0 win in Glasgow. Brendan Rodgers has handed the striker just 11 starts this season as “scary” Kyogo … Read more