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Republic of Ireland

Celtic's Mikey Johnston made his Ireland debut in the 3-2 win over Latvia.

Mikey Johnston not giving up on Celtic career after thrilling Ireland debut

The top 10 lucky charms in Ireland – including numbers and bracelets

Celtic winger Mikey Johnston has switched international allegiance from Scotland to Republic of Ireland. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Celtic winger Mikey Johnston has switched international allegiance from Scotland to Republic of Ireland. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Celtic winger eyeing Ireland debut after switching allegiance from Scotland

24 restaurants have been added to the 2023 Michelin Guide United Kingdom & Ireland.
24 restaurants have been added to the 2023 Michelin Guide United Kingdom & Ireland.

24 new restaurants added to the 2023 Michelin Guide UK & Ireland

Erin Cuthbert in action for Scotland during a FIFA Women's World Cup playoff match between Scotland and Austria at Hampden Park, on October 06, 2022, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Erin Cuthbert in action for Scotland during a FIFA Women's World Cup playoff match between Scotland and Austria at Hampden Park, on October 06, 2022, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Scotland vs Venezuela: How to watch, kick off time, what TV channel it's on

The clocks will go back in the UK at the end of the month.
The clocks will go back in the UK at the end of the month.

How putting clocks back could cost £400 extra on energy bills

The Lionesses won the Euros in July 2022 but Lewis Capaldi has revealed why he chose not to support them
The Lionesses won the Euros in July 2022 but Lewis Capaldi has revealed why he chose not to support them

Women’s World Cup 2023 groups: England to face Denmark and China

Captain Megan Rapinoe of the USA lifts the trophy as USA celebrate victory during the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
Captain Megan Rapinoe of the USA lifts the trophy as USA celebrate victory during the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Women's World Cup: When is the draw, host country, tickets

Scotland's Rachel Corsie attemps to console a crestfallen Claire Emslie and Caroline Weir at full time. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Scotland's Rachel Corsie attemps to console a crestfallen Claire Emslie and Caroline Weir at full time. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Hampden Heartbreak: Scotland duo hold back tears following World Cup heartache

Scotland's Caroline Weir looks dejected while Republic of Ireland celebrate making it 1-0 at Hampden.
Scotland's Caroline Weir looks dejected while Republic of Ireland celebrate making it 1-0 at Hampden.

Tears and despair - Scotland Women fall at final World Cup hurdle

Scotland line up during the National Anthems prior to kick off of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup play-off game against Republic of Ireland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
Scotland line up during the National Anthems prior to kick off of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup play-off game against Republic of Ireland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Scotland 0-1 Ireland: Player ratings as the World Cup dream ends at Hampden

The Scotland team celebrate after the final whistle of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup play-off round 1 match between Scotland and Austria at Hampden Park. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
The Scotland team celebrate after the final whistle of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup play-off round 1 match between Scotland and Austria at Hampden Park. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Scotland vs Ireland: How to watch, what channel, ticket details, team news

Abi Harrison of Scotland celebrates scoring the winner against Austria last week. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
Abi Harrison of Scotland celebrates scoring the winner against Austria last week. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Here is what needs to happen for Scotland to qualify for the Women's World Cup

Caroline Weir and Scotland are potentially one game away from the World Cup.
Caroline Weir and Scotland are potentially one game away from the World Cup.

Weir: I found some of it hard to watch - I want to get back with Scotland

Pedro Martinez Losa, Manager of Scotland, celebrates their side's win after the final whistle of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup play-off round 1 match between Scotland and Austria at Hampden Park on October 06, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
Pedro Martinez Losa, Manager of Scotland, celebrates their side's win after the final whistle of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup play-off round 1 match between Scotland and Austria at Hampden Park on October 06, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Martinez Losa: I was emotional and excited at the end of Scotland win

Leaflets with Liz Truss on the cover are seen on the second day of the annual Conservative Party conference in Birmingham. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
Leaflets with Liz Truss on the cover are seen on the second day of the annual Conservative Party conference in Birmingham. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Readers' Letters: Tory grandees must replace Truss team now

Scotland Manager Steve Clarke and John Carver during a UEFA Nations League match between Scotland and Republic of Ireland at Hampden Park, on September 24, 2022, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland Manager Steve Clarke and John Carver during a UEFA Nations League match between Scotland and Republic of Ireland at Hampden Park, on September 24, 2022, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

'Steve is going to have huge problems when he’s picking his next squad'

Scotland head coach Steve Clarke (left) celebrates with his staff after the goalless draw with Ukraine at the Stadion Cracovii in Krakow, Poland.
Scotland head coach Steve Clarke (left) celebrates with his staff after the goalless draw with Ukraine at the Stadion Cracovii in Krakow, Poland.

It's Steve Clarke's Tartan Army again but no joining in England gloating

Steve Clarke applauds the Scotland fans at the end of the goalless draw in Krakow. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Steve Clarke applauds the Scotland fans at the end of the goalless draw in Krakow. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Scotland have taken a 'giant leap' as bold Euro 2024 qualification claim made

Scotland manager Steve Clarke has a selection dilemma for Tuesday's crunch match against Ukraine in Krakow. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland manager Steve Clarke has a selection dilemma for Tuesday's crunch match against Ukraine in Krakow. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Scotland dilemmas for Clarke as decimated squad prepare for Ukraine showdown

John McGinn celebrates Scotland's victory over Republic of Ireland at Hampden Park on Saturday. Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group
John McGinn celebrates Scotland's victory over Republic of Ireland at Hampden Park on Saturday. Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group

McGinn on Scotland 'kidney punch' as captain hails 'feisty' win over Ireland

Ryan Christie celebrates after scoring to make it 2-1 Scotland against Republic of Ireland.
Ryan Christie celebrates after scoring to make it 2-1 Scotland against Republic of Ireland.

The crucial role MacPhee played in Scotland's victory over the Irish

Craig Gordon takes the applause of the Scotland fans after the win over the Irish.
Craig Gordon takes the applause of the Scotland fans after the win over the Irish.

Gordon opens up on dramatic day - birth of son, huge Scotland save

Craig Gordon made a big save from Troy Parrott to help Scotland defeat Republic of Ireland.
Craig Gordon made a big save from Troy Parrott to help Scotland defeat Republic of Ireland.

Clarke explains Gordon's 24 hours, issues injury update and reacts to suspension

Jack Hendry celebrates scoring for Scotland against Republic of Ireland.
Jack Hendry celebrates scoring for Scotland against Republic of Ireland.

Why Clarke is pied piper of Hampden after riveting night under the lights

Scott McKenna fouls Hibs' John McGinn in a Scottish Cup game in 2017, reducing visitors Ayr United to ten men. Picture: SNS
Scott McKenna fouls Hibs' John McGinn in a Scottish Cup game in 2017, reducing visitors Ayr United to ten men. Picture: SNS

A night of milestones and drama await in latest Scotland adventure

Scotland's Jack Hendry applauds fans at full time after the win against Ukraine.
Scotland's Jack Hendry applauds fans at full time after the win against Ukraine.

Hendry: Formation change and summer meeting helped Scotland

Steve Clarke could be without his No 1 goalkeeper Craig Gordon against Ireland.
Steve Clarke could be without his No 1 goalkeeper Craig Gordon against Ireland.

'We're monitoring it': Clarke braced for last-minute Scotland disruption

John McGinn will reach 50 caps for Scotland against Republic of Ireland at Hampden on Saturday. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
John McGinn will reach 50 caps for Scotland against Republic of Ireland at Hampden on Saturday. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

John McGinn dreaming of 100 caps for Scotland as half-century approaches

Stuart Armstrong goes through his paces at Scotland's Oriam training centre on Tuesday and the Southampton midfielder maintains "exterior" circumstances will not be a factor in facing an at-war Ukraine, and weren't in the June World Cup play-off. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Stuart Armstrong goes through his paces at Scotland's Oriam training centre on Tuesday and the Southampton midfielder maintains "exterior" circumstances will not be a factor in facing an at-war Ukraine, and weren't in the June World Cup play-off. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Ukraine "admirable" but Scotland must focus "purely on football"

Scotland manager Steve Clarke on eve of the Nations League fixture against Ukraine. He has branded the game must-not-lose (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland manager Steve Clarke on eve of the Nations League fixture against Ukraine. He has branded the game must-not-lose (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Steve Clarke on Ukraine result requirement; addresses Queen applause controversy

Rangers back-up goalkeeper Robby McCrorie has been called into the Scotland squad. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)
Rangers back-up goalkeeper Robby McCrorie has been called into the Scotland squad. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Scotland rocked by three call-offs as Rangers player receives late call-up

Aberdeen's Liam Scales has been called up to the Republic of Ireland squad. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Aberdeen's Liam Scales has been called up to the Republic of Ireland squad. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Aberdeen's on-loan Celtic defender receives late call-up for Scotland clash

Scotland captain Andy Robertson is set to miss next week's Nations League matches against Ukraine and Ireland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland captain Andy Robertson is set to miss next week's Nations League matches against Ukraine and Ireland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Andy Robertson suffers major Scotland injury blow

Sunderland striker Ross Stewart will miss Scotland's upcoming triple-header through injury. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Sunderland striker Ross Stewart will miss Scotland's upcoming triple-header through injury. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Scotland striker ruled out of Nations League triple-header after injury setback

A computerised image of how the Port Logan mystery woman would have looked. (Pic: Glasgow Caledonian University)
A computerised image of how the Port Logan mystery woman would have looked. (Pic: Glasgow Caledonian University)

No name for woman washed ashore on Scottish beach 16 years ago

Edinburgh Napier University has been shortlisted for University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards 2022.
Edinburgh Napier University has been shortlisted for University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards 2022.

Edinburgh Napier shortlisted for University of the Year

David Alexander is the chief executive officer of DJ Alexander Scotland
David Alexander is the chief executive officer of DJ Alexander Scotland

Rent controls no answer to ‘unaffordable’ homes – David Alexander

The fourth episode of How to be an independent country: Scotland's Choices is out now.
The fourth episode of How to be an independent country: Scotland's Choices is out now.

Independent Scotland must be careful about how it defines Scottishness

Jamie McGrath trains with Dundee United on Wednesday after signing on a season long loan from Wigan. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Jamie McGrath trains with Dundee United on Wednesday after signing on a season long loan from Wigan. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Jamie McGrath reveals 'decisive factor' in decision to join Dundee United

Jamie McGrath pictured during a Dundee United training session after signing on a season long loan from Wigan Athletic. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Jamie McGrath pictured during a Dundee United training session after signing on a season long loan from Wigan Athletic. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Dundee United confirm McGrath signing to leave Ross 'absolutely thrilled'

Sunderland's Aiden McGeady celebrates after converting a penalty against Hearts last season.
Sunderland's Aiden McGeady celebrates after converting a penalty against Hearts last season.

Why Hibs landed McGeady - but why it's a slight gamble

Dunns Food and Drinks has appointed former Braehead Foods commercial director Ed Faber as its new head of sales. Picture: Stewart Attwood
Dunns Food and Drinks has appointed former Braehead Foods commercial director Ed Faber as its new head of sales. Picture: Stewart Attwood

Venerable food and drink wholesaler to ramp up sales operation after hiring coup

Aiden McGeady worked with Hibs manager Lee Johnson at Sunderland.
Aiden McGeady worked with Hibs manager Lee Johnson at Sunderland.

Hibs to land McGeady and other attacking targets - Doidge told he can leave

Duncan Thomson, Brian McCutcheon, John Patterson and Arthur Murdoch hold Scottish flags as they prepare to vote in the Scottish independence referendum on September 14, 2014 PIC: Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
Duncan Thomson, Brian McCutcheon, John Patterson and Arthur Murdoch hold Scottish flags as they prepare to vote in the Scottish independence referendum on September 14, 2014 PIC: Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

Book review: The Celts, by Simon Jenkins

The Oystercatcher swapped Orkney for the bright lights of London Pic: Getty
The Oystercatcher swapped Orkney for the bright lights of London Pic: Getty

Missing Orkney seabird's sat tag showed it was in London pizza restaurant

Scotland's players applaud to their fans at the end of the UEFA Nations League soccer match between Armenia and Scotland at the Vazgen Sargsyan stadium in Yerevan, Armenia, Tuesday, June 14, 2022. (AP Photo/Hakob Berberyan)
Scotland's players applaud to their fans at the end of the UEFA Nations League soccer match between Armenia and Scotland at the Vazgen Sargsyan stadium in Yerevan, Armenia, Tuesday, June 14, 2022. (AP Photo/Hakob Berberyan)

Clarke: A good win but work to do for Scotland

Scotland play Armenia on Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland play Armenia on Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Armenia v Scotland - Match info, kick-off time, TV details, team news

Steve Clarke. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
Steve Clarke. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Clarke heads to Armenia's Pink City with perspective and critics on his back

Callum McGregor, left, during a Scotland squad training session at Carton House in Maynooth, Kildare on Monday prior to the squad's departure to Yerevan for Tuesday's UEFA Nations League match against Armenia. (Photo by Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile for the Scottish Football Association)
Callum McGregor, left, during a Scotland squad training session at Carton House in Maynooth, Kildare on Monday prior to the squad's departure to Yerevan for Tuesday's UEFA Nations League match against Armenia. (Photo by Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile for the Scottish Football Association)

McGregor urges Tartan Army to keep believing despite Dublin woe

Scotland Manager Steve Clarke has taken his team to Yerevan for a crucial Nations League fixture to end the season in Armenia. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Scotland Manager Steve Clarke has taken his team to Yerevan for a crucial Nations League fixture to end the season in Armenia. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Scotland: Mood is good but changes promised in Armenia

Craig Gordon is backing Scotland to bounce back in Armenia, but admits their 3-0 scoreline in Dublin could have been more. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)
Craig Gordon is backing Scotland to bounce back in Armenia, but admits their 3-0 scoreline in Dublin could have been more. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Scotland defeat 'could have been even worse' as Gordon backs reaction

Scotland manager Steve Clarke has selection issues ahead of Scotland's trip to Armenia.
Scotland manager Steve Clarke has selection issues ahead of Scotland's trip to Armenia.

Scotland have 'significant' injury concerns for Armenia clash

Scotland manager Steve Clarke (centre) waves his arms in frustration during his team's 3-0 UEFA Nations League Group B1 defeat against Republic of Ireland in Dublin on Saturday. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)
Scotland manager Steve Clarke (centre) waves his arms in frustration during his team's 3-0 UEFA Nations League Group B1 defeat against Republic of Ireland in Dublin on Saturday. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Steve Clarke admits he now faces 'must-win' scenario in Armenia

Scotland's manager Steve Clarke looks on during the UEFA Nations League defeat by Ireland.
Scotland's manager Steve Clarke looks on during the UEFA Nations League defeat by Ireland.

Clarke makes stark admissions on Scotland's display in Ireland

Alan Browne opens the scoring for Ireland against Scotland.
Alan Browne opens the scoring for Ireland against Scotland.

Bedraggled Scotland suffer damaging defeat by Ireland in Dublin

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Outgoing First Minister Nicola Sturgeon leaves the main chamber after her last First Minster's Questions in the main chamber of the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire
Outgoing First Minister Nicola Sturgeon leaves the main chamber after her last First Minster's Questions in the main chamber of the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

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Humza Yousaf speaks after being elected as new SNP party leader

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