On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan builds up to tonight's huge WCQ between Ireland and France, plus there is all latest from the Israel debacle and a look-ahead to the upcoming World Cup.
Ireland face France in Grenoble tonight knowing a win secures automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
Carla Ward’s side arrive full of confidence after a landmark victory over the Netherlands.
Goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan discusses the squad’s belief ahead of the decisive Nations League clash.
Ward insists her players can be proud regardless of the outcome and backs them to deliver on the big stage.
Denise O’Sullivan and Emily Murphy return to contention after suspension.
Former Ireland defender Louise Quinn debates whether Murphy should start ahead of the in-form Abbie Larkin.
Live commentary of France v Ireland is available tonight on Off The Ball from 7pm.
The FAI is expected to decide this week on whether Ireland’s Nations League fixture against Israel will be moved to a neutral venue.
Growing protests and political pressure continue to surround the upcoming Ireland-Israel matches.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin says FIFA should address the wider issues, while the government will not intervene.
Michael McCarthy explains why fulfilling the fixture could represent a significant statement by Irish football.
Michael Olise scores a hat-trick as France defeat Northern Ireland and book their place at the FIFA World Cup.
French football expert Philippe Auclair assesses Didier Deschamps’ squad and highlights concerns about balance within the team.
The Netherlands suffer a setback with Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber ruled out of the World Cup through injury.
England boss Thomas Tuchel tells his players they are heading to the World Cup with one objective: winning it.
John Brewin and Tim Vickery join Off The Ball to preview England’s chances and Brazil’s expectations heading into the tournament.
FIFA referee Omar Artan is removed from the World Cup roster after reportedly being denied entry to the United States despite holding valid travel documents.
Iran accuses the United States of revoking its World Cup ticket allocation, while Michel Platini launches legal action naming FIFA president Gianni Infantino ahead of the tournament.
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