Posts by James Callan
Ex-League of Ireland Players Available This Summer as Archie Davies, Evan Weir and Dylan Connolly Hit the Market
Former League of Ireland players Archie Davies, Evan Weir and Dylan Connolly are available ahead of the summer transfer window. Here’s why LOI clubs should be paying attention. There is something beautiful about a football homecoming. Not just the scarf photo or the predictable “delighted to be back” interview outside a stadium reception. More the…
Read MoreMeath FC Submit Application to Join League of Ireland Structure
Meath FC have officially submitted their League of Ireland application after two years spent building infrastructure, pathways and long term plans. For years, The Royal County felt like one of the strangest gaps in Irish football. A county of more than 220,000 people, sitting beside Dublin, producing players, coaches and schoolboy teams consistently, yet without…
Read MoreBohemians Launch Community Wealth Building Vision for Dublin
Bohemians unveil their Community Wealth Building strategy for Dublin, backed by Catherine Connolly and Mary Robinson, aiming to create community-owned enterprises and a sustainable local economy. Bohemians have long stood slightly apart within the League of Ireland. As the league’s oldest fan-owned club, they have built a reputation around culture, identity and community that extends…
Read MoreDundalk v Galway United Match Preview – 2026 League Of Ireland Premier Division
Two of the division’s early surprise packages meet as Dundalk’s control faces Galway’s ability to disrupt games Dundalk welcome Galway United to Oriel Park with both sides sitting in positions few would have confidently predicted at this stage of the season. Fourth against fifth, separated by four points, and both having shaped the early weeks…
Read MoreMaria Reynolds: Shamrock Rovers Defender on Shock Ireland Call-Up to Senior Squad
Maria Reynolds opens up on her first Ireland call-up, with the Shamrock Rovers defender describing the shock moment and step up to senior level. Maria Reynolds’ first call-up to the Ireland senior squad is another significant step for the Women’s League of Ireland. The 21 year old Shamrock Rovers defender has been brought into the…
Read MoreDundalk vs Derry City Match Preview – 2026 League of Ireland Premier Division
Dundalk welcome Derry City to Oriel Park in what is a repeat of opening night, but a very different game. That 2-2 draw in February felt like two sides still figuring themselves out. Dundalk were competitive but raw. Derry had quality but needed moments. Seven weeks on, one of those teams has settled. The other…
Read MoreBray’s Billy O’Neill Secures Transfer to EFL Championship Side Bristol City
Bray Wanderers have confirmed that Billy O’Neill will join EFL Championship side Bristol City this summer after a pre- contract agreement was reached between the clubs. The move, which is subject to international clearance, will see the 17-year-old forward complete a transfer to Ashton Gate following a rapid rise through the ranks at the Carlisle…
Read MoreDrogheda United’s Boardroom Drama Deepens With Byrne Exit
Drogheda United governance row raises fresh questions about ownership, politics and the future direction of the club. Drogheda United have spent the last few years trying to stabilise themselves on and off the pitch. Instead, the club has once again found itself at the centre of a storm that stretches well beyond Sullivan and Lambe…
Read MoreBohemians Keep Top Spot After Late Hickey Header
A late Patrick Hickey Header sealed all three points for Bohemians at Dalymount Park Bohemians 1 Galway United 0 The opening stages of this chilly encounter at Dalymount Park saw both sides testing each other aerially, but it was Bohemians who gradually began to stamp their authority on proceedings. Senan Mullen was the first to…
Read MoreGalway United v Dundalk Match Preview – 2026 League Of Ireland Premier Division
Galway United welcome Dundalk to Eamonn Deacy Park with both sides still trying to iron out the early-season creases, especially at the back. Galway have not started as smoothly as they would have liked. They sit eighth after four games, with three points and a goal difference that shows they have been giving up chances…
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