BX Brussels
Vincent Kompany has formed a new club with a mission to give back to the youth of his native city. BX Brussels was formed with a huge emphasis on engaging with and seeking influence from the community.
Razor Lends Support to Junior Finalists
The FAI Junior Cup final takes place for the first time this year at the Aviva Stadium and will kick off at 1.30pm on Sunday ahead of Ireland’s friendly against Georgia. Irish football legend Ray Houghton was in Dublin to give two supporters a special surprise ahead of the weekend. The former Liverpool player, who scored that memorable goal against England at Euro ’88, made the unexpected visit to supporters of finalists Sheriff YC and Kilbarrack United.
Who Put the Ball in the English Net?
GOOOOOOAAAAALLLL Long!!! ESPN Brazil inducts Shane Long into a very exclusive club.
Passage of Play: Kevin Sheedy
“Growing up and watching the World Cups, watching Brazil and the likes of that, getting to a World Cup is something you actually strive for. So to actually play in one, play in all the games and to score against England was a fantastic memory for me”
Ireland v England: A Brief History
The history of the England v Ireland fixture is a long and often one sided affair punctuated by rare but glorious victories for the Irish. Ahead of Wednesday’s latest installment at Wembley, acclaimed football blogger Layth Yousif looks back at past meetings
Trap Names Team to Enter Lions’ Den
Giovanni Trapattoni has named a strong Irish team for the game with England at Wembley. Aiden McGeady returns to the wing while Robbie Keane and Shane Long lead the attack. Stephen Kelly is also back in the manager’s good books.
YBIG Football Show – Busy Start to the Summer
Irish players and fans will have a busy start to the summer with three friendlies and a World Cup qualifier in the space of 2 weeks. On the YBIG Football Show, Dave O’Grady is joined by Goal Ireland editor Peter Staunton and John O’Neill from YBIG.ie.
England v Ireland: View from the Other Side
Ahead of this week’s massive meeting between England and Ireland at Wembley, Póg Mo Goal looks at the view from the other side. Layth Yousif is an acclaimed football blogger, long-time England supporter, and contributor to the Arsenal fanzine.
Hattrick Hero Rob Has England in Sights
Robbie Keane hit a first half hattrick for LA Galaxy against the Seattle Sounders to warm up for Ireland ‘s clash with England at Wembley. The match also saw the début of Galaxy’s new signing Robbie Rogers.