Reaction
Republic of Ireland's Robbie Brady avoids punishment from FIFA
Republic of Ireland midfielder Robbie Brady is free to play in the World Cup playoffs after avoiding a suspension for an alleged headbutt.
Oct 13, 11:30
FIFA investigating alleged Robbie Brady headbutt towards Ashley Williams
FIFA is investigating an alleged headbutt by Robbie Brady towards Ashley Williams during the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifying win over Wales on Monday night.
Oct 10, 22:08
Gareth Bale 'urges Chris Coleman to stay on as Wales manager'
Gareth Bale and his teammates reportedly urge Chris Coleman to stay on as Wales manager.
Oct 10, 12:19
Andy Townsend calls for caution from Republic of Ireland ahead of playoffs
Andy Townsend plays down the Republic of Ireland's achievement of reaching the World Cup playoffs, insisting that there is still a "long way to go".
Oct 9, 23:00
Chris Coleman to wait for 'dust to settle' before deciding Wales future
Chris Coleman says that he will wait before making a decision about his future as Wales manager.
Oct 9, 22:49
Wales boss Chris Coleman: 'World Cup failure will hurt for a bit'
Wales boss Chris Coleman says that the players will "learn" from their failure to reach the World Cup playoffs.
Oct 9, 22:36
Martin O'Neill proud of "magnificent" Republic of Ireland
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill showers praise on his side following their crucial World Cup qualifying win over Wales in Cardiff.
Oct 9, 22:16
James McClean hails Republic of Ireland "character"
Republic of Ireland match-winner James McClean says that he is glad to prove people wrong following his side's crucial 1-0 victory over Wales in Cardiff.
Oct 9, 22:09
John Hartson: 'Wales players will be extremely down'
John Harton says that Wales's players will feel "extremely down" as a result of failing to grab a playoff spot in World Cup qualifying.
Oct 9, 22:01
The Match
Match Report
James McClean scores the only goal of the game as Republic of Ireland beat Wales 1-0 in Cardiff to seal a World Cup playoff place at their hosts' expense.
Live Commentary
Relive Republic of Ireland's dramatic 1-0 win over Wales as James McClean scores the only goal of the game to fire his side into the World Cup playoffs at Wales's expense.
Team News
Wales boss Chris Coleman decides to hand a start to striker Hal Robson-Kanu for his nation's crucial World Cup qualifier with Republic of Ireland.
Head to Head
Mar 24, 2017 7.45pm
Group Stage
Rep. Ireland
0-0
Wales
Aug 14, 2013 7.45pm
International Friendlies
Wales
0-0
Rep. Ireland
Form Guide
Build-up
Shane Long ruled out of Wales qualifier with hip injury
Injured striker Shane Long will play no part for Republic of Ireland in their must-win qualifying clash against Wales at the Cardiff City Stadium.
Oct 9, 11:46
Joe Ledley warns Wales teammate Ben Woodburn "to be patient"
Joe Ledley heaps praise on talented youngster Ben Woodburn, but suggests that the Liverpool and Wales ace is not yet ready to start regularly.
Oct 9, 11:09
Martin O'Neill: 'Republic of Ireland not thinking about revenge'
Martin O'Neill targets a place at Russia 2018 to give stricken skipper Seamus Coleman a World Cup incentive on his comeback from injury.
Oct 8, 20:07
Chris Coleman urges Wales "golden generation" to make more history
Chris Coleman is happy to describe the current Wales side as a "golden generation" but wants his players to make more history by reaching the 2018 World Cup.
Oct 8, 17:19
Chris Coleman expects 'lots of contact' in Republic of Ireland clash
Chris Coleman attempts to downplay Neil Taylor's leg-breaking challenge on Seamus Coleman ahead of the latest showdown between Wales and Republic of Ireland.
Oct 8, 15:47
Martin O'Neill: 'Seamus Coleman as important as Gareth Bale'
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill has suggested that Seamus Coleman will be missed by the nation just as much as Wales will miss Gareth Bale.
Oct 7, 14:59
Joe Ledley: 'Wales must not lose cool against Republic of Ireland'
Wales midfielder Joe Ledley tells his teammates not to get caught up in the emotion of the occasion when they face the Republic of Ireland on Monday.
Oct 7, 14:38
Martin O'Neill: 'Republic of Ireland will attack in Cardiff'
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill admits that everything is "on the line" when they travel to Cardiff to face Wales in their final World Cup qualifier.
Oct 7, 10:15
Roy Keane: 'Seamus Coleman as vital as Gareth Bale'
Republic of Ireland assistant manager Roy Keane downplays the absence of Wales's Gareth Bale ahead of their World Cup qualifying showdown.
Oct 3, 20:11
