Shamrock Rovers

Three-in-a-row title chasers figuring out how to juggle players who might demand minutes

In a dreadful 2021 Lithuania lost seven of their eight qualifiers but they’re improving

Domestic league is on the up and national team is selling out the Aviva for friendlies

Flanker back on track after frustrating spell at Munster and enjoying his best season yet

Fresh legs of Richie Towell, Danny Mandroiu and Barry Cotter finish the job for Rovers

Ireland boss explains the importance of adapting formation to suit the opposition

Ireland hopefuls taking comfort in Stephen Kenny paying close attention to the league

Stephen Bradley says ‘there are obviously some very good players on the list’

Playmaker sets up one and scores another as champions overcome spirited Drogheda

Long’s men earn first victory of the season as rivals’ sluggish start continues

Round-up: Bradley heads home to rescue point for Dundalk, first win for Sligo

Former AC Milan boss Alberto Zaccheroni credited with first playing 3-4-3/3-4-1-2 system

There’s a sense of hope around the league this year – and also a sense of new direction

‘Horrific’ facilities can’t dampen cloud burst of entertainment on offer in coming season

Ticket software company predicts opening games will sell out

The past is not all bad - there’s Liam Miller in it and there are lessons to be recalled