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Finn Harps Receive “Player Registration Ban” from FIFA

By Matt O’Rourke / January 18, 2026

Finn Harps have again been handed a “player registration ban” by FIFA.  The Donegal side were previously handed a similar ban by FIFA earlier in 2025 due to an issue over training compensation due to two transfers that occurred three years ago. It was reported at the time that the moves occurred between a club…

OFF-SEASON INTERVIEWS | Roy Lawlor Interview

By Michał Kuras / January 18, 2026

Well everyone, I hope you’re all doing great. We’re now just four weeks away from the start of the 2026 League of Ireland season! Today, I’ll be presenting my interview with Treaty United winger Roy Lawlor. Let’s get started! Despite playing only 11 games this season for Treaty, what have you learned from those appearances?…

League of Ireland Premier Division 2026: All You Need to Know

By LOI Talk / January 17, 2026

A complete guide to the League of Ireland Premier Division 2026, including full squad lists, key players, opening weekend fixtures and season storylines. The 2025 League of Ireland Premier Division season underlined the continued growth and competitiveness of the domestic game, with strong attendances, tight margins at both ends of the table and fascinating storylines…

James McClean Completes League of Ireland Return After 15 Years

By Jamie Daly / January 17, 2026

Derry City have completed the re-signing of former Ireland international James McClean. The annual circulation of rumours surrounding McClean potentially returning to his hometown club began in November. The noise died down after the wing-back fell back into favour at Wrexham, starting eight consecutive EFL Championship games. However, Dan McDonald of the Irish Independent revealed…

“This group has really great potential”- Abby Rooney speaks following her move to Sligo Rovers

By Scott Buckley / January 15, 2026

Sligo Rovers Women’s side announced the signing of Abby Rooney recently ahead of the 2026 Women’s League of Ireland. Rooney made her senior debut for Bohemians in a 5–2 win for the Dalymount outfit over DLR Waves last season after a spell in the Dublin side’s academy, which saw her break through to the senior…

Fresh Beginnings at Cobh Ramblers

By Kenneth Hickey / January 14, 2026

The new era at Cobh Ramblers began with a defeat to Waterford in a preseason friendly on Saturday. New owners, new manager, new players and a new look Rams attempted to pick up the legacy of the 2025 team which ran Dundalk so close in finishing second in last year’s First Division before being knocked…

Galway United Facing a Season of Transition

By LOI Talk / January 13, 2026

This transfer window feels like the most turbulent since Galway United’s promotion back to the Premier Division in 2023 with ten players leaving the club for far this window. This transfer window feels like the most turbulent since Galway’s promotion back to the Premier Division in 2023 with ten players leaving the club so far…

Are Treaty United Standing Still While Others Move On?

By LOI Talk / January 12, 2026

Minutes after the First Division playoff final, Treaty United manager Tommy Barrett said “experience” would be key in the clubs recruitment policy going into the 2026 season but have Treaty fallen behind the chasing pack? Having been competitive right through out the playoff final which required a Justin Ferizaj wonder strike to give Bray Wanderers…

Ciara McNamara: Cork City Veteran Ready for 2026 Season

By Scott Buckley / January 12, 2026

Cork City Women’s veteran Ciara McNamara is preparing for another season in the Women’s League of Ireland as the Rebel Army look to build on last year’s results and move up the table in 2026. McNamara is one of the most experienced players in the City squad, having made her senior debut for the club…

Barry Robson Unveiled as New Cork City Head Coach

By Scott Buckley / January 11, 2026

Cork City FC confirmed the appointment of Barry Robson as the new men’s manager on a two year deal. As the Rebel Army face another season in the First Division, Barry Robson joins the club in the hope of guiding City back to the Premier Division. The 47-year-old former midfielder has made over 600 appearances…