with Hannah Kelly
Today is first time Ireland will have played in a FIFA U17 World Cup.
Today is a truly historic day for The U17's Ireland team.
As the team walk out onto pitch three in Al Rayyan, Qatar, and hear Amhrán na bhFiann, it will be the first time Ireland will have played in a FIFA U17 World Cup.
The Republic of Ireland kick off their maiden campaign this lunchtime.
Colin O'Brien's side take on Panama in Doha at half-twelve in their first match in Group J.
Aidan Walsh Retires From The Ring At Age 28
Walsh says the time is right for him to retire from boxing.
Tuesday Morning Sports Update
Keeping you up to date on GAA, soccer, rugby, golf and racing.
Mack Hansen And Darragh Murray Called To Ireland Squad Ahead Of Their Game Against Australia
Hansen's making a good recovery from a foot injury but Naas's Jamie Osborne has been ruled out.
Celtic Kenny And McGrath Called Into The Republic Of Ireland Squad Ahead Of World Cup Qualifiers
They play Portugal and Hungary later this week.
Monday Morning Sports Update
Keeping you up to date on GAA, soccer and rugby.
Sunday Soccer Update
The Aviva Stadium is set to play host to Cork City vs Shamrock Rovers.
Naas's Jamie Osborne Doubtful For Ireland's Remaining Autumn Nations Series Games After Shoulder Injury
Ireland had a 41-10 win over Japan at the Aviva Stadium this afternoon.
This Evenings GAA Update
Clane men advance to Leinster Semi-Final; while Naas and Balyna women's team are deafeated.
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