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Daniel McDonnell: Small figure should not detract from big picture as LOI academies seal State support

€3m funding for League of Ireland academies will create few roles and leave major facilities and infrastructure problems largely unaddressed.

Miscellaneous

'A new era for football in the country' - Government commit 3m to LOI academies to kick off multi-annual commitment

Government will provide €3m in 2026 to fund League of Ireland academies, enabling an increase in full-time staff through a new multi-annual state commitment.

Government commit 3m to LOI academies to kick off multiannual commitment

The government will put €3m towards the funding of League of Ireland academies in 2026 as part of a new multiannual commitment from the state that will allow the number of full-time staff working in the game to increase.

Miscellaneous

#victor-ozhianvuna

Soccer (FIFA)

The inside story of how Arsenal landed a record-breaking 2m deal for Shamrock Rovers teenager

Arsenal

Arsenal in pole position to land Shamrock Rovers' 16-year-old midfielder Victor Ozhianvuna

Soccer (FIFA)

The inside story of how Arsenal landed a record-breaking 2m deal for Shamrock Rovers teenager

Arsenal

Arsenal in pole position to land Shamrock Rovers' 16-year-old midfielder Victor Ozhianvuna

more#victor-ozhianvuna

#uefa-conference-league

Soccer (FIFA)

Daniel McDonnell: Opportunity knocks for Stephen Bradley as Shamrock Rovers embark on fresh European mission in Prague

Soccer (FIFA)

'We are the shining light of Irish football' - Stephen Bradley hopes historic European night can send positive message to Government

Soccer (FIFA)

Daniel McDonnell: Opportunity knocks for Stephen Bradley as Shamrock Rovers embark on fresh European mission in Prague

more#uefa-conference-league

Soccer (FIFA)

'We are the shining light of Irish football' - Stephen Bradley hopes historic European night can send positive message to Government

#obituary

Soccer (FIFA)

'He was just a phenomenal character' - hundreds gather in Galway for funeral of former League of Ireland manager Ollie Horgan

Soccer (FIFA)

Galway United's Ollie Horgan was kind, honest and unapologetically himself - 'He was just a phenomenal character'

Soccer (FIFA)

'He was just a phenomenal character' - hundreds gather in Galway for funeral of former League of Ireland manager Ollie Horgan

Soccer (FIFA)

Galway United's Ollie Horgan was kind, honest and unapologetically himself - 'He was just a phenomenal character'

Johnny Dunleavy: Ollie Horgan was everything you would want in a manager and a man

Ollie Horgan inspired deep loyalty and affection through selfless commitment, transformational leadership, and unforgettable personal sacrifices for his players.

#football

Soccer (FIFA)

Rijeka 1 Shelbourne 2: As it happened - Joey O'Brien's men come from behind to win on road in Europa League

Soccer (FIFA)

Daniel McDonnell: Shelbourne halfway to Champions League heaven and the huge riches that follow

Liverpool FC

'It's a week on the gargle' - Damien Duff expands on dislike for League of Ireland break

SF politics

Daniel McDonnell: How Stephen Bradley and Damien Duff spat has been three years in the making

Soccer (FIFA)

Rijeka 1 Shelbourne 2: As it happened - Joey O'Brien's men come from behind to win on road in Europa League

Soccer (FIFA)

Daniel McDonnell: Shelbourne halfway to Champions League heaven and the huge riches that follow

Liverpool FC

'It's a week on the gargle' - Damien Duff expands on dislike for League of Ireland break

SF politics

Daniel McDonnell: How Stephen Bradley and Damien Duff spat has been three years in the making

League of Ireland takeaways: Disgraceful Derry scenes not a once-off, new battle at the bottom and Padraig Amond's class is permanent

Derry match incidents included hostile behavior towards away fans and dangerous use of fireworks.

Soccer (FIFA)

Two hospitalised following disgraceful scenes of violence at Derry's draw with Bohemians

Incidents at Derry's match created safety concerns for fans, marked by pre-game tensions and hazardous fireworks.

#derry

Soccer (FIFA)

Disgraceful scenes of violence mar Derry's draw with Bohemians at Brandywell

Soccer (FIFA)

Disgraceful scenes of violence mars Derry's draw with Bohemians at Brandywell

Soccer (FIFA)

Disgraceful scenes of violence mar Derry's draw with Bohemians at Brandywell

Soccer (FIFA)

Disgraceful scenes of violence mars Derry's draw with Bohemians at Brandywell

Soccer (FIFA)

Daniel McDonnell: Shelbourne halfway to Champions League heaven and huge riches that follow

Soccer (FIFA)

Advantage Shelbourne as Mipo Odubeko strike gives Reds the edge on Linfield in money-spinning all-Ireland Champions League duel

Soccer (FIFA)

Daniel McDonnell: Shelbourne halfway to Champions League heaven and huge riches that follow

Soccer (FIFA)

Advantage Shelbourne as Mipo Odubeko strike gives Reds the edge on Linfield in money-spinning all-Ireland Champions League duel

Daniel McDonnell: Loss of Damien Duff's star power is a blow to the League of Ireland but there can still be life without him

Both Giles and Duff left a significant impact on Irish football, despite their differing generational contexts.

#damien-duff

Soccer (FIFA)

Roddy Collins: Why I'm surprised Damien Duff stayed at Shelbourne for as long as he did

Liverpool FC

Duff steps down as manager of champions Shelbourne

Liverpool FC

Damien Duff leaves Shelbourne as Joey O'Brien takes managerial reins on interim basis

Liverpool FC

Duff says viral photo 'embarrassing' for league

Damien Duff finds a viral photo of him during a touchline ban embarrassing and damaging to the reputation of the League of Ireland.

Liverpool FC

'It was an embarrassing photo for the league, not me' - Damien Duff on 'grassy knoll' picture that went viral

Damien Duff fears that a viral photograph negatively affected the public image of the League of Ireland.

Soccer (FIFA)

Roddy Collins: Why I'm surprised Damien Duff stayed at Shelbourne for as long as he did

Liverpool FC

Duff steps down as manager of champions Shelbourne

Liverpool FC

Damien Duff leaves Shelbourne as Joey O'Brien takes managerial reins on interim basis

Liverpool FC

Duff says viral photo 'embarrassing' for league

Liverpool FC

'It was an embarrassing photo for the league, not me' - Damien Duff on 'grassy knoll' picture that went viral

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Our League of Ireland team of the season so far ... the teenage striker, American defender and veteran playmaker

As managers across the league reflect on the first half of the LOI season, they acknowledge that while no title is won yet, significant player contributions are evident.

English Premier League

'This stadium will pay for itself in 6 to 7 years' - Bohemians claim 8m annual community investment backs case for new Dalymount Park

Bohemians officials expressed confidence that Dublin City Council is fully supportive of the Dalymount Park rebuilding project, which is now expected to stretch into 2026.

London politics

SF politics

Daniel McDonnell: How Stephen Bradley and Damien Duff spat has added spice to this League of Ireland campaign

The conflict between Stephen Bradley and Damien Duff is deeply rooted yet may resolve due to their close connections.

English Premier League

League of Ireland: Follow all this evening's action as it happens as Shamrock Rovers face Shels in Dublin derby

Live updates for Matchday 12 of the League of Ireland Premier Division provided by Independent.ie.

Soccer (FIFA)

Five contenders in the frame to take over from Marc Canham as FAI's football chief

Marc Canham's departure from the FAI creates opportunities for new candidates.

Robinson, a former player turned administrator, is a leading candidate for replacement.

Liverpool FC