News - Soccer

Expansion of Longford Mall could solve parking problems at local pitch

At a recent meeting of Longford County Council, the executive confirmed that a deal had been reached to purchase the land behind the leisure centre.

May 25, 2025 09:21

Roscommon and district league round-up

Roscommon and district league round-up December eight

Dec 9, 2024 11:14

Local Senator questions FAI over lack of infrastructure

The association appeared before the Oireachtas Sport Committee yesterday to answer why Jonathan Hill's salary breached terms agreed with the Government.

Dec 14, 2023 09:22

Local senator welcomes Ireland's bid to host Euro 2028

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has revealed that the European football association will be confirming the news on Budget Day.

Oct 5, 2023 13:16

Planning permission granted for new community astro pitch in Arigna

The pitch will be located at Derreenavoggy in Arigna and was approved with 13 conditions attached.

Feb 6, 2023 08:29

Works progress on Skate Park at former Longford greyhound stadium

Calls have also been made to develop youth soccer facilities on the site.

Jan 30, 2023 07:52

Local GP says sporting bodies must safeguard players from head injuries

The East Galway Doctor says there's many risks with head injuries.

Nov 16, 2022 14:03

Four local sports club successfully appeal Government grant refusal

The appeals follow unsuccessful 2020 funding applications.

Jun 1, 2022 11:13

Soccer Republic's Demise Another Landmark

Soccer republic is no more! RTÉ announced during the week the causality of their new television deal with the FAI is the highlights programme. With

Mar 1, 2021 00:04

Vera Pauw Extends Ireland Women's Team Stay

Vera Pauw will remain in charge of Ireland’s senior women’s team for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup qualification bid. The Dutch

Feb 22, 2021 12:50

League of Ireland To Trial Concussion Subs

The League of Ireland will trial concussion subs in the new season after reaching an agreement with the international football association board. The international football

Feb 18, 2021 18:20

Liverpool not "Bad champions" but tired ones

The premier league has become a stable diet of live sporting action during the pandemic. Prior to this there would be a passing interest, watching

Feb 12, 2021 17:27

Elding Takes Longford Town Under-17 Post

Longford Town have promoted former Sligo Rovers forward Anthony Elding to U17 Manager. Elding who was part of the Boston United side which won the

Feb 7, 2021 11:23

Longford Town Arrange Pre-Season Friendlies

Longford Town will begin their 2021 pre-season fixtures against UCD on February 21. The FAI have given League of Ireland clubs permission to play

Feb 5, 2021 17:16

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