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Ireland let ourselves down - Coleman

Martin O'Neill's men lost out to Poland in the race for Euro 2016 and the full-back admits his side did not do enough in Warsaw to merit automatic qu…

Lewandowski: Poland deserved it

The in-form Bayern star believes his country deserved to reach next summer's Euro tournament at the expense of Martin O'Neill's men after taking vict…

'Unnecessary' defeat frustrates Low

Germany coach Joachim Low claims his players "lacked the commitment" needed to score after their 1-0 loss to Republic of Ireland.

Meyler 'must win' Schweini battle

The captain of the World Cup-winning side is a fearsome opponent, but the Hull City man affirmed that he must match the United star for his nation to…

O'Neill: I didn't prostitute myself

Following the Aston Villa midfielder's decision to represent England, the Republic of Ireland boss insisted he never desperately pursued the youngster

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Walters: Still a long way to go

The Stoke forward got on the scoresheet as Martin O'Neill's men secured an important victory against Georgia, but warned that qualification is far fr…

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Coleman: Ireland focused on Germany

The Everton full-back made a return to the national team as they saw off the challenge of Georgia to consolidate their hold on third place

Martinez: Keane talking 'nonsense'

The Republic of Ireland assistant manager claimed Seamus Coleman and James McCarthy were pressured to withdraw from the international squad by the Pr…

Keane: Everton pressuring Irish duo

Martin O'Neill's assistant says that "it's a miracle" if James McCarthy and Seamus Coleman are seen walking around in training, given the Toffees' pr…

Strachan hails 'epic' success

A fine strike from Shaun Maloney gave the home side a vital 1-0 victory over their fierce rivals at Celtic Park on Friday night, much to the 57-year-…

Ireland call up uncapped duo

Manager Martin O'Neill summons Derby County defender Cyrus Christie and Ipswich Town forward David McGoldrick to the squad for Friday's qualifier and…

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Frequently asked questions

A young group of players who lived around Marabastad in Pretoria, most notably Frank Motsepe, Roy Fischer, Ingle Singh and Bernard Hartze, formed the club in the 1960s.

Mining magnate Patrice Motsepe bought into Sundowns in 2003 and less than a year later raised his stake from 51% to 100% and renamed the club 'Mamelodi' Sundowns.

The club play home games at either Loftus Versfeld Stadium in central Pretoria, or Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville.

The club have a variety of nicknames, including: Bafana ba Style, Masandawana, Ka bo Yellow, Shoe Shine and Piano, and The Brazilians.

31 domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (2016), one Caf Super Cup (2017) and the African Football League (2023)

The club have won a total of 17 league titles under the auspices of the PSL (14) and NSL (3).

Daniel Mudau with 390.

Daniel Mudau with 172.

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