Green army
# green-army - Monday 22 October, 2012
Irish Eye: Hoolahan makes Trap’s trip worthwhile
The Norwich playmaker excelled in front of the Ireland boss at Carrow Road over the weekend.
# green-army - Tuesday 16 October, 2012
Column: Irish fans sing because it brings unity, and what else do we have?
The history of public singing in Ireland suggests it emerges as a response to troubled times, writes Denis Buckley.
# green-army - Tuesday 14 August, 2012
Tributes from football legends, teammates and Green Army flood in for retiring Given
Sean St Ledger was gutted to hear of the Donegal man’s retirement and called him ‘an unbelievable goalkeeper’.
# green-army - Saturday 23 June, 2012
As it happened: Ireland v New Zealand, Third Test
It was the last-chance saloon for Declan Kidney’s side on their summer tour. Could they find that extra push to beat the All Blacks?
# green-army - Friday 22 June, 2012
Preview: Another glorious chance to make Irish rugby history awaits
It will be by no means a simple task but the All Blacks are shorn of the services of Dan Carter, their first-choice wingers and two-thirds of their back row.
# green-army - Saturday 16 June, 2012
As it happened: New Zealand v Ireland, Second Test
Rugby League Park in Christchurch was the setting for what could be a punishing affair for the Irish unless they could up their game significantly.
# green-army - Friday 8 June, 2012
20,000 Irish fans to travel from Dublin Airport for Euro 2012
Travelling to Poland this weekend? Here’s Dublin Airport’s tips to know before you set out…
# green-army - Wednesday 30 May, 2012
‘Football is a cruel sport sometimes’ says grateful McShane after call-up
The Hull City defender was conscious that his fortune meant disappointment for his friend, Kevin Foley.
Foley feels ‘betrayed’ after axing from Euro 2012 squad
The Wolves defender insists he was fit to play against Bosnia but was told to rest until he reached the training camp in Italy.
# green-army - Tuesday 29 May, 2012
Sunshine, a love of football and excellent facilities – some of the other reasons why Ireland went training in Italy
I’ll see your Miss Italy Stefania Bivoni and I’ll raise you a John Delaney.
# green-army - Thursday 3 May, 2012
Ever-present Ward sees Euros as perfect remedy for relegation
The Wolves defender also admits he is nervous about Monday’s squad announcement.
# green-army - Wednesday 28 March, 2012
UEFA optimistic about the availability of Euro 2012 tickets
A spokesperson for the European football governing body was in Dublin yesterday to launch a new premium package.
# green-army - Monday 26 March, 2012
Irish Eye: Rs downed by the James McClean Show
The Derry winger was back to his best at the Stadium of Light over the weekend.
# green-army - Friday 9 March, 2012
Should he stay or should he go: Trap still weighing up McClean’s inclusion
The Ireland boss wasn’t ruling out bringing the Sunderland winger to Poland when asked during a trip to Warsaw.
# green-army - Monday 5 March, 2012
Irish Eye: Who’s got Trap’s number? Neil Lennon is looking to make a call
Celtic’s boss wants a quick chat about Anthony Stokes, who scored his 19th goal of the season over the weekend.
# green-army - Wednesday 29 February, 2012
Ireland v Czech Republic: Seven past meetings
Check out how all the previous encounters between this evening’s opponents went down.
# green-army - Monday 27 February, 2012
Squad update: Kelly and Westwood ruled out
The pair won’t be involved in Wednesday’s friendly with the Czech Republic at Lansdowne Road because of injury, while Kevin Doyle and Keith Fahey sat out training today.
Irish Eye: Ian Harte’s still got it
The Reading defender’s 25-yard free-kick was the pick of the bunch this weekend.
# green-army - Monday 20 February, 2012
Irish Eye: St Ledger on target as Foxes progress to FA Cup quarters
The Leicester defender’s header sends Norwich packing, a familiar face is on the scoresheet for Celtic and a former Airtricity League striker opens his account in League One.
# green-army - Monday 13 February, 2012
Irish Eye: Debut goal for Andrews in Black Country derby
The midfielder came off the bench to score against his former club, while two wingers who didn’t make Trap’s squad were on target again this weekend.
# green-army - Tuesday 11 October, 2011
The Happy Camper: home thoughts from abroad
As they point it towards the airport, our man in the van recalls the many Irish friends they’ve made along the road.








































