Shane Long

Well that’s a pity. Shane Long’s name will forever be etched in Irish footballing history. His goal in Ireland’s 1-0 win over Germany in their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign was one of the best finishes ever seen at the Aviva Stadium, and was the catalyst for wild celebrations both during after the game. However, the […]

1 week ago

One great talking about another! We reported recently on the rumours surrounding the next move for the in-demand Troy Parrott. The Ireland striker has 30 goals this season for AZ Alkmaar, while also chipping in with talismanic performances for his country during their World Cup qualifying campaign. His form has garnered interest from the Bundesliga, […]

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“He took it well to be fair, he thought it was a bit of craic.” Former Republic of Ireland striker Shane Long has told the story of a prank he played on his ex-Southampton teammate Virgil Van Dijk after they faced each other on international duty. The Tipperary native made 198 appearances for Southampton from […]

1 year ago

“If that decision comes his way, I’d just say, look, you’re English or Irish.” Former Republic of Ireland striker Shane Long has revealed that he wants to protect his son from repeating a ‘Declan Rice situation’ in future if he grows up to be a professional footballer. The Tipperary native has two kids with wife […]

1 year ago

“When it’s Ireland and it’s your country, you don’t want one man to ruin that for you.” Shane Long has said that Stephen Kenny subjected him to an ’embarrassing and degrading’ moment in a Republic of Ireland camp. Long has said that the Ireland boss gave away his squad number to Adam Idah. The Reading […]

3 years ago

“His reply was, ‘I never knew he was Irish’.” In episode one of our new podcast House of Football our co-hosts Eric Lalor and Damien Delaney sat down with Ian Harte. The former Leeds United defender played 64 times for the Republic of Ireland and scored 12 goals. Harte was a key member of the team […]

3 years ago