Will Smallbone backs Ireland under-21s to put it up to group heavyweights
Jim Crawford’s side face Italy on Friday night in Tallaght ahead of home tie with Sweden
Stakes are high both for Stephen Kenny and the future of Irish football
The manager’s long-term vision for Ireland is clear but he desperately needs some results
Crawford confident ‘diverse’ Ireland Under-21s can keep blossoming
Manager pleased with ability of squad which stretches from Bundesliga to Bohemians
Jim Crawford’s talent search lands prize catches for under-21 set-up
Sevilla’s Ryan Johansson and Getafe’s John Joe Patrick Finn Benoa in squad for friendlies
Sevilla midfielder Ryan Johansson wins battle to play for Ireland
The 20 year-old was eligible to play for Republic of Ireland, Luxembourg and Sweden
Luxembourg ready to try and roll the boulder uphill again
Red Lions have achieved precious little success in world football but still fight the good fight
Stephen Kenny undaunted as a bold new era beckons for Ireland
Republic manager wants to build a vibrant side with Euros qualification paramount
Ireland in no position to raise a hue and cry over Rice’s call
For decades national team have benefitted from service of players born and bred in Britain
Stephen Kenny says it’s ‘all in the balance’ for his first squad
Ireland under-21 boss runs rule over local players in friendly ahead of opening qualifier
Hull City forward Will Keane set to declare for Republic of Ireland
Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Johansson informs FAI he wants to play for Ireland
Apathy has replaced ‘best fans in the world’ at Ireland matches
Recent feelings are a precipitous comedown for a side who recently felt so much positivity
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