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Scotland national football team
European Championship | Qualifiers
Nov 14, 2014 at 7.45pm UK
 
Republic of Ireland national football team

1-0

Maloney (75')
FT(HT: 0-0)
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Scotland fan dies after Republic of Ireland Euro 2016 qualifier
The Scotland fan who died after a fall at Celtic Park during his country's Euro 2016 qualifier with Republic of Ireland is named as Nathan McSeveney.
Nov 15, 15:18
Charlie Mulgrew
Charlie Mulgrew: 'There's a long way to go for Scotland'
Charlie Mulgrew warns that Scotland must not get carried away despite Friday's crucial win against the Republic of Ireland.
Nov 15, 15:12
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Martin O'Neill bemoans "frustrating" Aiden McGeady performance
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill bemoans a "frustrating night" for Aiden McGeady as the Irish lose their Euro 2016 qualifier with Scotland 1-0.
Nov 15, 14:56
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Shaun Maloney: 'Scotland winner didn't work in training'
Scotland midfielder Shaun Maloney admits that his goal in their Euro 2016 Group D qualifying win against the Republic of Ireland had not worked in training.
Nov 15, 14:14
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Robbie Keane 'respects' Martin O'Neill's decision
Robbie Keane says that he is not suited to playing as a lone striker and that Martin O'Neill was right to start with Shane Long in the Republic of Ireland's 1-0 defeat to Scotland.
Nov 15, 14:08
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Martin O'Neill "disappointed" with Scotland defeat
Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill admits that he was disappointed with the manner of his side's defeat to Scotland in their Euro 2016 qualifying clash.
Nov 15, 02:56
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Gordon Strachan "proud" of Scotland after Ireland victory
Gordon Strachan says that he is "proud" of his players after they beat the Republic of Ireland 1-0 in an "epic duel".
Nov 14, 22:17
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Shaun Maloney: 'Scotland win was brutal'
Scotland midfielder Shaun Maloney expresses his relief at beating the Republic of Ireland in their crucial Euro 2016 qualifier at Celtic Park.
Nov 14, 22:12

The Match

Player Ratings

Sports Mole looks at who impressed during Scotland's crucial 1-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland at Celtic Park in Euro 2016 qualifying.

Analysis

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Scotland's 1-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland at Celtic Park in Euro 2016 qualifying.

Match Report

Shaun Maloney scores a worthy 76th-minute winner for Scotland as they beat the Republic of Ireland 1-0 in their crucial Euro 2016 Group D qualifier at Celtic Park.

Live Commentary

Relive with Sports Mole Scotland's 1-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland as Gordon Strachan's side move joint second in Euro 2016 qualifying Group D.

HT Report

Grant Hanley is fortunate to escape a red card in the first half of a frenetic, but goalless, Euro 2016 qualifier between Scotland and the Republic of Ireland.

Team News

Robbie Keane is dropped for a competitive Republic of Ireland international for the first time since 2001 for their Euro 2016 qualifier against Scotland at Celtic Park.

Preview

Sports Mole previews Friday's crucial Euro 2016 qualifier between Scotland and the Republic of Ireland in Glasgow.

Build-up
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Robbie Keane: 'Republic of Ireland are keeping feet on the ground'
Republic of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane says that the whole squad are staying focused after a good start to their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign.
Nov 14, 06:56
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Roy Keane calls police to Republic of Ireland team hotel
The Football Association of Ireland confirm that Roy Keane called police to Republic of Ireland's team hotel following "an incident" yesterday afternoon.
Nov 13, 08:17
Steven Whittaker
Steven Whittaker: Republic of Ireland clash "massive" to Scotland's Euro 2016 hopes
Scotland full-back Steven Whittaker says that his side are 'feeling confident' heading into their Euro 2016 qualifier against the Republic of Ireland.
Nov 13, 06:30
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Aiden McGeady not worried about booing
Republic of Ireland's Scottish-born winger Aiden McGeady admits that he is expecting some boos when he faces Scotland in a Euro 2016 qualifier.
Nov 12, 20:28
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Republic of Ireland hopeful over James McCarthy fitness
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill is confident that James McCarthy will be fit for Friday's trip to Scotland in Euro 2016 qualifying.
Nov 12, 13:13
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Scott Brown calls for Scotland consistency
Scott Brown calls on Scotland to show some consistency ahead of Friday's crucial Euro 2016 qualifier against the Republic of Ireland.
Nov 12, 12:54
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper Keiren Westwood leaves Republic of Ireland camp
A hip injury forces Keiren Westwood to withdraw from the Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming double-header against Scotland and the USA.
Nov 12, 12:20
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Steven Fletcher relishing John O'Shea battle
Sunderland striker Steven Fletcher targets three points from his clash with teammate John O'Shea on international duty this week.
Nov 12, 07:10
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Shane Long: 'Scotland match is make or break'
Shane Long warns the Republic of Ireland that they cannot lose to Scotland on Friday if they want to qualify for Euro 2016.
Nov 12, 00:34
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Shay Given: 'Scotland fans are jealous of Aiden McGeady, James McCarthy'
Shay Given says that a hostile reception for Scotland-born Republic of Ireland pair Aiden McGeady and James McCarthy in Glasgow on Friday will be linked to jealousy.
Nov 12, 00:01
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Mick McCarthy warns of Steven Fletcher threat
Former Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy warns that Steven Fletcher will be Scotland's biggest threat when the two sides meet on Friday.
Nov 11, 19:51
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Kevin Doyle withdraws from Republic of Ireland squad to face Scotland
A groin injury forces Kevin Doyle to pull out of the Republic of Ireland squad for this week's Euro 2016 qualifier against Scotland.
Nov 11, 18:20
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Martin O'Neill backs Aiden McGeady to handle Scotland's boo boys
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill says that Scotland-born Aiden McGeady is strong enough to cope with a hostile reception in Friday's clash in Glasgow.
Nov 11, 01:57
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Callum Paterson gets Scotland call
Hearts defender Callum Paterson gets drafted into the Scotland squad to cover Phil Bardsley ahead of Friday's Euro 2016 qualifier with Ireland.
Nov 11, 01:42
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Derby County forward Johnny Russell keen to impress Scotland boss Gordon Strachan
Johnny Russell speaks of his delight after earning a call-up to the Scotland squad for the upcoming fixtures against the Republic of Ireland and England in Glasgow.
Nov 10, 14:53
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Derby County forward Johnny Russell drafted into Scotland squad
Johnny Russell could make his international debut for Scotland after being called up to the seniors for the upcoming fixtures against Republic of Ireland and England.
Nov 9, 13:21
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