HOUGHTON READY FOR NEW IRELAND ROLE
Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Ray Houghton will take up his duties as an FAI ambassador this week.KOEVERMANS LOOKS TO SUCCEED
Wim Koevermans has vowed to combine the Irish fighting spirit with Dutch technique at the FAI.
NEW POST AT FAI
The FAI have appointed Dutchman Wim Koevermans as their International Performance Director.
TRAPATTONI CONFIDENT OF 'BIG SURPRISE'
Giovanni Trapattoni has vowed the Republic of Ireland will learn lessons from Russia and Turkey.
EUROS SET FOR EXPANSION
The European Championship looks certain to be expanded from 16 to 24 teams.
FAI INVOLVED IN PEACE PROJECT
The FAI will play a part in a Middle East peace-building initiative next month.
TOUGH CROSS-BORDER RULES FORMALISED
Footballers from Northern Ireland who want to play for the Republic will have to meet tough restrictions.
KIELY VOWS TO CHALLENGE GIVEN
Dean Kiely has vowed to push Shay Given all the way for a place in the Republic of Ireland side.
DELANEY ITCHING TO BEGIN
Damien Delaney can't wait for the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifying campaign.
TRAPATTONI AWAITS RESPONSE
Giovanni Trapattoni will not chase retired trio Stephen Ireland, Andy O'Brien and Steve Finnan.
KEANE ACCLAIM FOR TRAP'S FIRST WIN
Ireland captain Robbie Keane has admitted his relief at handing new boss Giovanni Trapattoni a first win.
TRAP CONFIDENT OF QUALIFICATION
Giovanni Trapattoni is convinced Republic of Ireland can qualify for the 2010 World Cup.
TRAP HAILS 'STRONG' McSHANE
Giovanni Trapattoni praised Paul McShane after Republic of Ireland beat Colombia 1-0.
TRAPATTONI THRILLED WITH FRIENDLY WIN
Post-match reaction to Ireland's 1-0 victory over Colombia.
KEANE GIVES TRAP FIRST VICTORY
Robbie Keane's early goal gave Republic of Ireland a 1-0 victory over Colombia.
REPORT:Early Keane strike sinks Colombia
Robbie Keane's early goal handed Giovanni Trapattoni the first win of his Republic of Ireland reign as Colombia lost 1-0 at Craven Cottage.
REP OF IRELAND v COLOMBIA MIN-BY-MIN
A detailed look back at Ireland's 1-0 victory over Colombia at Craven Cottage.
Republic of Ireland 1 Colombia 0
International friendly at Craven Cottage.
MURPHY DESPERATE FOR IRON EXIT
Scunthorpe goalkeeper Joe Murphy wants to leave order to boost his international career.
KEANE HAPPY TO WING IT
Republic of Ireland captain Robbie Keane is looking forward to Giovanni Trapattoni's attacking style.
TRAPATTONI TO RELY ON OLD HEADS
Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni has hinted he has all but decided his first choice team.
KEANE EYES WORLD CUP SPOT
Robbie Keane admits he is desperate to showcase his talents at the World Cup again.
KEANE VIEWED AS REPUBLIC PLAYMAKER
Giovanni Trapattoni wants Robbie Keane to play the Francesco Totti role for the Republic of Ireland.
McGEADY ENCOURAGED BY TRAP PRAISE
Aiden McGeady is flattered by Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni's knowledge of him.
REPUBLIC PAIR WILL START
John O'Shea and Aiden McGeady will play for Republic of Ireland against Colombia on Thursday.
