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Mexico vs South Africa – World Cup 2026: Date and time as blockbuster tournament begins with repeat of 2010 opener

THE 2026 World Cup is edging ever closer with Mexico taking on South Africa in the opening match of the tournament. The co-hosts raise the curtain on the biggest spectacle in sport as the 104-game extravaganza begins in Mexico City. Coincidentally, the reverse of this fixture was the opening game of the 2010 World Cup when South...

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The Green Scene: Matthew's pilgrimage to Prague | "The excitement is palpable" | LIVE from Prague (and wherever Matthew is)

We are one day away from Ireland taking on Czechia in the World Cup qualifiers and our Green Scene hosts are live and on the ground in Prague, or almost in Matthew's case, and they bring us all the latest news and action from the ground. If you are in Prague and you see our Green Scene trio roaming the streets, make sure to go and say hello! The Green Scene on Off The Ball is brought to you by Cadbury. #PaintMarchGreen

PRAGUE PAPER REVIEW | With Czech-based Irish journalist Ian Willoughby | Eoin Sheahan & Stuey Byrne | Off The Ball

Eoin Sheahan and Stuey Byrne are joined by Irish journalist Ian Willoughby, who is based in the Czechia, to preview tomorrow's match and run through the Czech back pages to get an idea of what the build up to the playoff semi-final is like from the opposition's perspective. Irish football on Off The Ball with Cadbury | #PaintMarchGreen

GLENN WHELAN: 'Seamus is a leader of men!' | What do Ireland need to do win in Prague? | Ireland-Czechia preview | Duff and Andrews inspiration | Next-gen LOI

The Green Scene’s David Wilson was joined by former Ireland international Glenn Whelan as they looked ahead to Ireland’s huge World Cup playoff in Prague against Czechia. The Green Scene on Off The Ball with Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams. Paint March Green With Cadbury. And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch? You can do so by emailing [email protected] Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms. Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram. And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join Listen to live coverage of the Republic of Ireland’s crucial World Cup Qualifier Play-off with Stephen Doyle and Stuey Byrne this Thursday at 7 o’clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App. Eoin Sheahan will be broadcasting live from the stadium ahead of kick-off at 7-45pm, where he will be joined by a range of special guests.

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FOOTBALL DAILY: Irish Rs are smiling, O'Shea on fitness concerns and OTB in Prague

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the Irish camp, plus a look back at yesterday's action in the EFL Cup final and the Premier League. Republic of Ireland report a full squad fitness ahead of their crucial World Cup playoff against Czechia in Prague. Assistant coach John O'Shea provides a positive update as preparations ramp up. Key players including Caoimhin Kelleher, Nathan Collins and Seamus Coleman have all arrived in camp. Extensive Off The Ball coverage planned, with live commentary and fan content from Prague. Drogheda United remove Joanna Byrne as co-chair following a breakdown in trust with owners Trivela Group. Benjamin Boycott steps in as sole chairperson while the club searches for replacements. Manchester City win their 9th EFL Cup with a 2–0 victory over Arsenal at Wembley. Nico O'Reilly scores both goals in a standout performance. Manager Pep Guardiola hails the club’s strength after another trophy win. Mikel Arteta urges Arsenal to use the defeat as motivation for remaining competitions. Tottenham Hotspur slide closer to relegation after a 3–0 loss to Nottingham Forest. Forest boost survival hopes and continue strong form under Vitor Pereira. Sunderland complete a dramatic league double over Newcastle United with a last-minute derby win. Newcastle boss Eddie Howe calls the defeat worse than their heavy loss to FC Barcelona. Harvey Barnes set for an England recall after strong form, rejecting interest from Scotland. Racism incident mars the derby, with Sunderland’s Lutsharel Geertruida receiving support after alleged abuse. Aston Villa beat West Ham United to move into the top four. Trent Alexander-Arnold dropped by Real Madrid for lateness, while missing out on England selection. Celtic fall to defeat against Dundee United, leaving them off the title pace. Pop star Chappell Roan apologises after an incident involving Jorginho’s daughter and her security team. Listen to live coverage of the Republic of Ireland’s crucial Word Cup Qualifier Play-off with Stephen Doyle and Stuey Byrne from this Thursday at 7 o’clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App. Eoin Sheahan will be broadcasting live from the stadium ahead of kick-off at 7-45pm, where he will be joined by a range of special guests. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

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