James Collins is keeping his feet firmly on the ground after announcing his arrival on the international stage with his first Republic of Ireland goal.
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Alan Browne on red alert for Republic of Ireland’s crucial Euro 2020 qualifiers
Alan Browne is on red alert for the Republic of Ireland’s crucial Euro 2020 qualifying showdowns with Georgia and Switzerland after reminding manager Mick McCarthy of his worth.
Mick McCarthy says Troy Parrott must play for Spurs before Ireland chance
Mick McCarthy has challenged Troy Parrott to force his way into contention at Tottenham to stand a chance of making the Republic of Ireland senior squad.
James Collins comes off bench to seal Ireland victory over Bulgaria
James Collins enjoyed a dream Republic of Ireland debut as he came off the bench to seal a 3-1 friendly victory over Bulgaria.
Brazil boss Tite expects a different test from Peru in Los Angeles
Head coach Tite is expecting another “great game” when Brazil take on Peru for the first time since the Copa America final on Wednesday.
Giggs happy with Euro 2020 qualifying results as Wales claim victory over Belarus
Ryan Giggs was a contented man as he reflected on Wales’ friendly win over Belarus and beneficial results elsewhere in Euro 2020 qualifying.
Conor Hourihane to line up at left-back as Republic of Ireland host Bulgaria
Conor Hourihane will step into the breach for the Republic of Ireland against Bulgaria as manager Mick McCarthy considers possible solutions to a fast-approaching problem.
Giggs hails red-hot James
Ryan Giggs described Daniel James as unstoppable after the Manchester United winger maintained his hot scoring streak in Wales’ 1-0 friendly win over Belarus.
Daniel James continues goalscoring form as Wales beat Belarus
Daniel James’ first-half goal gave Wales a 1-0 friendly victory over Belarus in Cardiff.
Scaloni rejects criticism of Argentina
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has defended his country’s recent record ahead of their friendly with Mexico.
5 talking points ahead of the Republic of Ireland’s match against Bulgaria
Mick McCarthy will have a first chance to test the depth of his squad as the Republic of Ireland head into friendly battle with Bulgaria on Tuesday evening.
McCarthy won’t kill Kenny’s qualification hopes by taking his Under-21 players
Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy has declined to raid the Under-21s as he prepares to test the depth of his squad in Tuesday night’s friendly clash with Bulgaria.
What can the Republic of Ireland expect from Bulgaria?
The Republic of Ireland face Bulgaria in a friendly on Tuesday evening as they gear up for next month’s crucial Euro 2020 double-header against Georgia and Switzerland.
Gareth Bale: Wales are moving forward under Ryan Giggs
Gareth Bale has responded to fierce criticism of Wales’ recent performances by insisting they are making progress under Ryan Giggs.
Chile and Argentina play out a goalless draw in Los Angeles
Chile drew 0-0 with an Argentina side missing Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero in a fractious friendly at the Los Angeles Coliseum which produced 10 yellow cards.
O’Neill credits youngsters with giving Northern Ireland extra sharpness
Michael O’Neill credited Northern Ireland’s youngsters with giving his side an extra sharpness and impetus as they finished strongly in Thursday night’s 1-0 friendly win over Luxembourg.
Northern Ireland youngsters earn Michael O’Neill praise after narrow win
Michael O’Neill praised Northern Ireland’s youngsters after an experimental side emerged with a 1-0 friendly win over Luxembourg on Thursday night.
Kevin Malget own goal hands Northern Ireland friendly win over Luxembourg
A horror own goal from Kevin Malget was enough to give an experimental Northern Ireland side a 1-0 victory over Luxembourg in their Windsor Park friendly.
Vinicius Junior likely to be named on bench as Brazil take on Colombia
Brazil coach Tite has warned too much is expected of teenage Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior.
5 talking points ahead of Northern Ireland v Luxembourg
Northern Ireland face Luxembourg in a friendly at Windsor Park on Thursday.