Interview
'It’s hard for people outside to register' - Nathan Collins on football's realities
After stepping up as Republic of Ireland captain, the 23-year-old was so close to another faultless performance against Manchester United.
Relief
Comeback kids Garnacho and Hojlund ease some of Manchester United's pain
Youngsters deliver second-half comeback and 2-1 win over Brentford, their first at home since opening night of Premier League.
PLAN OF ACTION
Ireland aiming to lure Finland out and finally strike decisive victory
Heimir Hallgrímsson hoping to end brutal run of form and ease fears of relegation.
ups and downs
Leixlip duo adapting and learning from tough times with Ireland and in Premier League
Nathan Collins and Andrew Omobamidele respective rises have not come without their challenges.
Have your say
Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Belgium?
Interim boss John O’Shea has some tough calls to make ahead of Saturday’s friendly.
Report Card
Rating how Ireland's 6 Premier League regulars have fared so far this season
Chiedozie Ogbene’s Luton Town host Evan Ferguson’s Brighton this evening.
Chin Up
'I told him it will never be worse than this': Brentford boss backs Nathan Collins after horror show
toughest test
'I think we can nick something, honest to God' - Collins upbeat ahead of daunting double-header
AnalysisGreat expectations
Ireland's most expensive player ever needs stability after €65 million paid over 2 years
Nathan For You
'I didn’t want another relegation so I just said I’d bite the bullet and be a team player'
Prospect
'He is not massive on social media, which is a good thing' - Collins heaps praise on humble Ferguson
AnalysisReport Card
Player ratings: How the Irish footballers in Britain and beyond fared this season
