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Republic of Ireland learn FIFA world rankings ahead of World Cup playoff
By: Mark Hendry - January 20, 2026Republic of Ireland have learned their most up to date FIFA World ranking this week. Heimir Hallgrimsson’s side take on Czechia in the World Cup playoff semi-final in March. And…
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Vinnie Leonard delays €400,000 Brighton transfer decision as Celtic wait
By: Mark Hendry - January 20, 2026Clubs keen on Vinnie Leonard will have to spend €400,000 to land the defender from Dundalk. The defender, 17, had been in talks with Brighton as well as Crystal Palace…
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Will Ferry earns MLS transfer interest as Dundee United braced for bids
By: Mark Hendry - January 20, 2026Dundee United’s Will Ferry has two suitors in the MLS vying for his signature this window. The midfielder, 25, has excelled at Tannadice since he arrived in 2024 from Cheltenham.…
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Working under Martin O’Neill at Celtic is ‘dream come true’ for youngster
By: Mark Hendry - January 20, 2026Colby Donovan wasn’t born when Martin O’Neill was in his first stint as Celtic manager. But the full-back believes he’s currently “living the dream” with the iconic boss back in…
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Sligo Rovers confirm double signing boost for John Russell’s squad
By: Graeme Hanna - January 19, 2026Sligo Rovers have confirmed a double signing ahead of the new League of Ireland season, with the arrival of Mai Traore and Shane Blaney. The Guinean striker has arrived on…
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Derry City expecting further signings ahead of the new season
By: Graeme Hanna - January 19, 2026Derry City have already brought in seven new players for the 2026 League of Ireland season, but the club are planning on further signings. Josh Thomas was confirmed as a…
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How Celtic have advantage in pursuit of Michael Noonan transfer
By: Mark Hendry - January 19, 2026Celtic are interested in Shamrock Rovers striker Michael Noonan – but they face competition in January. We told you how the Hoops want Noonan on a pre-contract this window with…
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Josh Thomas returns to LOI after Derry City loan confirmed
By: Graeme Hanna - January 19, 2026Swansea City striker Josh Thomas has secured a six-month loan transfer to Derry City, confirming his return to the League of Ireland. The 23-year-old has traversed the Irish Sea once…
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Warren O’Hora analyses nightmare Hibs Scottish Cup knockout to lower league foes Dunfermline
By: Mark Hendry - January 19, 2026Warren O’Hora has attempted to analyse where Hibs went wrong against Dunfermline on Saturday. David Gray’s Hibees were knocked out of the Scottish Cup fourth round thanks to a late…
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‘Godfather’ Brendan Rodgers sets new Al-Qadsiah record in Saudi
By: Mark Hendry - January 19, 2026Brendan Rodgers has broken a record with new club Al-Qadsiah in the Saudi Pro League. The 52-year-old took over his new club back in December and has not looked back.…