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Under 17 Women succumb to Switzerland...31/10/2006
A young Ireland team, managed by Noel King, was defeated by a powerful Switzerland at Whitehall tonight. Ireland conceded two goals in the opening seventeen minutes but managed to regroup and put in a determined performance thereafter. A penalty, converted by Emily Hanney on the stroke of half time, reduced arrears but the Irish girls were unable to score the equaliser. The two sides meet again in Gannon Park, Malahide at 2.30pm on Thursday afternoon.
Candystripes cruise to FAI Cup Final...31/10/2006
Derry City overwhelmed Sligo Rovers in tonight's FAI Cup semi-final replay in the Brandywell. Three goals in the final twelve minutes of the first half set up Derry for a very comfortable victory. Two further second half goals simply emphasised their superiority. Derry City will meet St Patricks Athletic in the final at Lansdowne Road on Sunday 3 December 2006.
Scoreless in the Showgrounds...29/10/2006
Sligo Rovers and Derry City played out an exciting scorless draw in the semi-final of the FAI Carlsberg Cup in the Showgrounds this afternoon. In a very open game, played in an excellent spirit, both sides had chances to win the tie. The replay will take place in the Brandywell at 9.00pm on Tuesday night with Derry City strong favourites to reach the final.
Amateurs draw with Spain but exit Regions Cup...28/10/2006
The Ireland amateur team, managed by Gerry Smith, drew 1-1 with current holders Spain but both countries go out of the 2007 UEFA Regions Cup. Ireland's goal this afternoon, was scored by Wayside Celtic midfielder John O'Neill. Hosts France won the Group to reach the finals.
St Patricks Athletic through to FAI Cup Final...27/10/2006
Goals from the experienced duo of Paul Keegan and Trevor Molloy enabled St Patricks Athletic to overcome a youthful but talented Shamrock Rovers in the FAI Cup semi-final played in Tolka Park tonight.
Dundalk survive Kilkenny scare...26/10/2006
Dundalk went six points clear of Shamrock Rovers at the top of the Eircom First Division with a 2-1 victory over Kilkenny City in Oriel Park tonight. In a tough encounter, Dundalk revovered from conceding a third minute goal to equalise through skipper John Flanagan ten minutes before the break. A near post header midway through the second half from Robert McAuley sealed victory for Dundalk.
Amateurs recover to win second Group game...26/10/2006
Ireland recovered fom their opening day UEFA Regions Cup qualifying round defeat by France to score a 2-1 success over Lithuania in Coutances, Normandy this afternoon. Despite the shock of falling behind on 27 minutes, Gerry Smith's team remained resolute and second half goals from James Walsh and Michael Keogh earned them a deserved victory. Ireland's final Group match is against UEFA Regions Cup holders Spain on Saturday afternoon.
Butler's 'B' Boys turn the tables...25/10/2006
Vincent Butler's second U16 selection reversed the 2-1 scoreline of yesterday against their Northern Ireland counterparts at Whitehall today.In a keenly contested match, second half goals from Greg Cunningham and Darragh Satelle gave Ireland a commanding lead but a late score by the North brought a certain tenseness to the final stages. However, Butler's Boys maintained their defensive discipline for a deserved victory.
Derry City defeat Shelbourne at the Brandywell...24/10/2006
The Eircom Premier League will have a riveting end to the season following the'Candystripes' 2 nil victory over leaders Shelbourne tonight. Second half goals from Ciaran Martyn and Pat McCourt gave Derry a deserved win. Derry have cut the gap to three points and with a game in hand, we should witness another enthralling climax to the championship.
Butler's Boys slip up in Whitehall...24/10/2006
The Republic of Ireland U16 team was defeated 2-1 by Northern Ireland in Whitehall this evening. In a lively encounter, the North took the lead midway through the first half. Vincent Butler's team grabbed a deserved equaliser nine minutes after the interval when Ipswich Town striker Paul Murphy drove home a fine shot. Ireland pressed for the winner but were caught out ten minutes from time when the North scored a breakaway goal.
Amateurs fall to France in UEFA Regions Cup...24/10/2006
Gerry Smith's Republic of Ireland Amateur International team went down to a 2 nil defeat against host nation France in Granville, Normandy tonight. The result is a severe setback to Irish hopes of qualifying for the final stages. Ireland will face Lithuania in Coutances on Thursday afternoon in what is now a must win second Group One game.
RISSC snaffled by Snugboro...22/10/2006
The RISSC (London) football team played host to guest visitors Snugboro United FC from Castlebar, County Mayo at the LPR Sports Ground on Sunday afternoon last...Report>
Shelbourne edge ahead as Derry are held at home...20/10/2006
Shelbourne increased their lead in the Eircom Premier League to six points with a comfortable 2 nil win over UCD tonight. Closest challengers Derry City slipped up at home, when held scoreless by Drogheda United. While Derry have a game in hand, their meeting with Shelbourne in the Brandywell next Tuesday night, now takes on the mantle of a must win game for the 'Candystripes'.
Dundalk triumph in Terryland Park...20/10/2006
Dundalk went three points clear of Shamrock Rovers at the top of the Eircom First Division when they ended Galway United's year long unbeaten home record with a comprehensive 3-1 win this evening. The 'Hoops' travel to Buckley Park to face Kilkenny City tomorrow night.
Eircom Premier League countdown...20/10/2006
The final weeks of the Eircom Premier League season, promise drama and excitement with the destiny of the title still balanced on a knife edge. The Championship appears to lie between Derry City and Shelbourne although Cork City and Drogheda United are not entirely out of contention. The meeting between Derry and Shelbourne in the Brandywell next Tuesday evening is likely to be pivotal to the outcome of the title chase.
Triple leaders in Division One...20/10/2006
As the Eircom League First Division enters the final stages, three clubs, Dundalk, Galway United and Shamrock Rovers are locked together on 59 points. The all ticket encounter between Galway and Dundalk in Terryland Park tonight will have a significant impact on the destination of league honours.
U21s win in Luxembourg...18/10/2006
A penalty from Scunthorpe United striker Andy Keogh and a spectacular shot from eighteen year old Anthony Stokes, currently on loan at Falkirk, gave Don Givens new look Ireland U21 team a comfortable victory over Luxembourg in the Stade FR. Trausch, Mamer this evening.
RISSC welcome visitors from Mayo...18/10/2006
 The RISSC (London) football team welcome Snugboro United FC from Castlebar to the LPR Sports Ground, Sudbury Hill on Sunday next, 22 October. The friendly fixture will kick off at 2.30pm and members are encouraged to attend the event. The Clubhouse at the ground provides a full bar and catering facilities and the meeting is a chance for members and friends to support our team and welcome our guests.
Derry have Shelbourne in their sights...17/10/2006
Derry City scored an emphatic 4 nil home league victory over FAI Cup semi-final opponents Sligo Rovers in the Brandywell tonight. The result means the 'Candystripes' have narrowed the gap to Shelbourne to four points. Derry still have a home game in hand and will face Shelbourne at home on Tuesday 24 October 2006 in what has the hallmark of being a classic.
Dynamic Dempsey pummels Potters...15/10/2006
A Richie Dempsey hat trick, drove RISSC (London) to a thrilling 3-2 win over league leaders Stoke City SC at the LPR Sports Ground today. Victory was sweet revenge for the early season defeat by the 'Potters'. The success moves RISSC to within one point of new joint leaders Norwich City SC and Aberdeen SC... Report
Derry City close the gap...14/10/2006
A 2 nil victory over Longford Town in Flancare Park, enabled Derry City to close the gap to league leaders Shebourne to seven points. With two home games in hand and Shelbourne due to vist the Brandywell on 24 October, a riveting end to the Eircom Premier League season is in prospect. Both Cork City and Drogheda United are still in with a chance of the title, albeit their hopes are very slim.
Butler's Boys held by Wales...12/10/2006
A goal in the last minute of the game, enabled Wales to draw with Vincent Butler's Ireland U16 team at Whitehall tonight. Ballybofey United centre back John Dunleavy gave Ireland the lead on the stroke of half time when he headed home a corner taken by 14 year old Robert Brady of St Kevins Boys. Ireland failed to convert a number of chances and paid the price with the late Welsh equaliser.
Marvellous McShane shows the way...11/10/2006
Twenty year old Paul McShane from Wicklow, gave a masterful display at the heart of the Irish defence on his senior international debut tonight. Young McShane's magnificent contribution, which earned him the sponsor's 'man of the match' award, helped underpin the one all draw with the much vaunted Czech Republic. Ireland's goal was scored by Kevin Kilbane who was inspirational on the left hand side of midfield. That Ireland did not win this match was a miscarriage of justice, as they truly deserved to. This team, this performance, bore no resemblence to Nicosia last Saturday. Tonight, each and every one of the 14 players who participated in the game, made a meaningful contribution. It was a pleasure to be an Ireland supporter at Lansdowne Road this evening.
McCaffreys marvels top the Group...11/10/2006
Sean McCaffrey's U19 Ireland team defeated Holland by 2 goals to nil this afternoon in Macedonia. First half goals from young Kerryman Darren Dennehy and that man Adam Rooney again, ensured that Ireland topped the qualifying Group with maximun points. McCaffrey and his squad now look forward to the December draw for the Elite Qualifying stage with high hopes of reaching next year's European Championship Finals in Austria.
Shelbourne held but Derry lose home record...10/10/2006
Eircom Premier League leaders Shelbourne were held to a scoreless draw by Longford Town in Flancare Park tonight. The Tolka Park outfit, however, consolidated their lead at the top as a result of Drogheda United's 2-1 success over Derry City at the Brandywell, thus ending the 'Candystripes' long unbeaten home record.
Paul McShane to make senior debut tomorrow night...10/10/2006
Ireland manager Stephen Staunton today confirmed that West Bromwich Albion defender Paul McShane will make his senior Irish debut against the Czech Republic tomorrow evening. McShane will be joined in central defence by John O'Shea, with Steve Finnan and Stephen Kelly of Birmingham City filling the full back positions.
Lee Carsley joins the squad as withdrawals mount...10/10/2006
Everton midfielder Lee Carsley trained with a decimated Irish squad at Lansdowne Road this morning.The well chronicled list of original injury absentees, together with the suspended Richaed Dunne, has grown alarmingly with four of Saturday's starting eleven ruled out by injury and confirmation that Kevin Doyle will not be fit for consideration. The new withdrawals are: Stephen Ireland, Paddy Kenny, Aiden McGeady and Andy O'Brien.
Semi-Final draw produces two derby encounters...09/10/2006
The draw for the semi-finals of the FAI Carlsberg Cup was made this evening and has produced two mouth watering ties. In an all Premier League North West clash, Sligo Rovers will host Derry City in the Showgrounds while Tolka Park will be the venue for the Dublin derby between Shamrock Rovers and St Patricks Athletic. Both ties will be televised live with the matches taking place on Friday 27 October and Sunday 29 October 2006.
U19s qualify for Elite stage...09/10/2006
A hat trick from Adam Rooney of Stoke City, helped Ireland to a 4-1 success over Belarus in their second 2007 European Championship qualifier played in Skopje today. Centre back Michael Spillane of Norwich City scored the other Irish goal. The result, coupled with Holland's one nil victory over Macedonia, means both countries have now qualified for the next elite phase. Ireland face the Dutch on Wednesday afternoon to decide the group winners.
RISSC help to raise spirits...08/10/2006
The RISSC (London) football team played with pride and passion to overcome Birmingham City SC in the APFSCIL League division one this afternoon. Despite playing for the great majority of the game with ten men, following the early dismissal of Brian Moriarty, the team delivered an emphatic 4 nil victory to revive some Irish spirits, low from yesterday's Nicosia debacle... Report>
Loyal Irish fans driven to edge of despair...07/10/2006
Some 120 RISSC (London) members were among the faithful Irish following who travelled more than 2,000 miles to support the team representing our Country in Nicosia tonight. Our reward was a deplorably inept display by the team who were fortunate that the final score was not considerably greater than the 5-2 reversal against Cyprus. This result could well have severe repercussions for Irish football and we must hope and perhaps pray, that the immediate opportunity to restore some honour, passion, and pride is grasped by the team against the Czech Republic next Wednesday in Dublin.
St Kevins Boys resume winning ways...07/10/2006
The RISSC (London) sponsored St Kevins Boys U14 Premier Division team scored a fine 2 nil away victory over old rivals Cherry Orchard on Saturday afternoon. This success, following last weekend's one all draw with league leaders Belvedere, sees the boys leapfrog their northside rivals at the top of the table.
U19s off to positive start...06/10/2006
Sean McCaffrey's Ireland U19 team started their 2007 European Championship campaign with a deserved 2 nil success over host nation FYR Macedonia in their opening Group 3 fixture today. a goal in each half from Alan Judge of Blackburn Rovers and the prolific Stoke City striker Adam Rooney secured the points. Ireland will next meet Belarus, who went down 3 nil to Holland in the other Group game. There is, however, some doubt about Sunday's scheduled fixture because of continuing torrential rain in the area.
Stuttgart 2006 - A fan's journey...06/10/2006
Tipperary is home for Philip O'Dwyer, for there lies his heritage. Philip joined RISSC (London) a few years ago and has taken an active part in club activities. He played for the club football team for a number of seasons and currently provides valuable support to the committee. Philip was one of the many RISSC (London) members who travelled to Stuttgart recently and here provides a summary of his journey...More>
Butler calls St Kevins Boy Brady...05/10/2006
Robert Brady, a member of the St Kevins Boys U14 side sponsored by RISSC (London) became the first player from the squad to win an international cap when he was named in Vincent Butler's Republic of Ireland U16 team which played Finland this morning.
Injury crisis continues to mount...03/10/2006
The Ireland squad due to fly to Cyprus tomorrow has been hit by further withdrawals. Stephen Carr with ligament damage and late call up Alan Quinn whose mother passed away yesterday, will not travel. Luton Town full back Kevin Foley and Coventry City midfielder Jay Tabb have been added to the squad.
RISSC run riot over Grecians Supporters Club...01/10/2006
RISSC (London) recovered from their early season travails with a resounding 7-1 succes over Exeter City SC at the LPR Sports Ground this afternoon. Manager Paul Franklin was in exhultant spirits after the game and believes that the victory can be the catalyst for further success in the APFSCIL League Division One...Report>
Irish Women top qualifying group...01/10/2006
Ireland's U19 Women gave an exhillerating display against favourites Italy in their final European Championship Group 10 qualifying game in Slovakia this morning. A goal, two minutes into the second half from Christina Byrne of Raheny United secured victory for Susan Ronan's young charges. Ireland topped the Group by winning all three matches. Manager Ronan was delighted with the display of her team and is looking forward with some relish to the draw for the next phase.