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Shay Given announced on Monday that he was retiring from international football.

Ireland face Estonia in Euro 2012 qualification playoffs on Friday. What are their chances?

Shay Given appeared to still be struggling with a groin injury when in goal against Slovakia, and missed training with Ireland on Sunday due to a reported back problem. Aston Villa fans will be hoping the goalkeeper will be rested for Tuesday's match against Russia.

Aston Villa may have fewer players left in the England squad, but they're on duty with Ireland, Wales, Scotland, and...Bulgaria in Euro 2012 action.

Shay Given expected to be announced as Aston Villa's first signing of the summer. Manchester City have agreed to a £3.5m fee for the Republic of Ireland goalkeeper.

Shay Given has reportedly turned down a bid from West Bromwich Albion in order to keep his options open with Aston Villa.

Ciaran Clark did not break his leg while on duty with the Republic of Ireland against Uruguay. So why did Twitter think he had?

Some of us have an exam this morning--right in the middle of Armenia vs Ireland. This law school thing is really starting to make me grumpy. Anyway, the Ireland match is on at 8am PT and will be...