POLITICAL FOOTBALL: It was made clear during FAI-hosted webinars this week that payment hinged on applicants expressing intent to switch their schedules to comply with the association’s wishes.

Hannah Dingley is following chief football officer Marc Canham out the FAI door, opening up the possibility of a comeback for Eileen Gleeson. Staff weren’t aware of Dingley’s notice to quit.

Canham joined the FAI as director of football in June 2022, succeeding Ruud Dokter. The centrepiece of his reign was the 'Football Pathways Plan' unveiled in early 2024, which sought to institute ...

The FAI chief executive David Courell said it would be “fantastic” if an Irish person can succeed the outgoing chief football officer (CFO) Marc Canham. Canham (42) handed in his notice this ...

The FAI would appear to have a ready-made replacement on hand in Gleeson, who has retained the right to employment with the association, despite them not renewing her contract as head coach last ...

Football chiefs keen to avoid repeat of Jonathan Hill situation after criticism FAI confirmed Marc Canham is to leave his role as chief football officer. Photo: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile The FAI ...

Ryan Brennan of Drogheda United celebrates with the cup after 2024 FAI Cup final But RTÉ will show the Cup, with six games to be broadcast in 2025 and seven in 2026. Traditionally, the two semi ...

You can check out at any time. More info The FAI’s Chief Football Officer Marc Canham has quit after three controversial years in his role. Canham oversaw the prolonged search for Stephen Kenny ...

Republic of Ireland's Under-15s played the UAE in a youth tournament in Italy on Thursday The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has reported three alleged incidents of racism in a Republic of ...

The departure of Marc Canham was always going to be the starting point of David Courell’s scheduled media briefing in Abbotstown this morning. Courell’s appearance was planned a month ago, so ...

EAMON Dunphy has offered up a withering summation of Marc Canham's time with the FAI upon hearing of his impending exit. The news came as a bit of a bombshell considering he'd only been promoted ...

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