The Republic of Ireland Under-21s were eliminated from Euro 2025 qualification after a 1-1 draw with Italy, where Andrew Moran equalized Cesare Casadei’s opening goal. Ireland needed a win or a Norway loss to progress, but Norway's 5-1 victory over Turkey secured their second place. In another match, Ireland's senior team suffered a 2-0 defeat against Greece in the Nations League, marked by a late error from goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher. Despite Kelleher’s earlier heroics, his mistake in stoppage time gifted Greece a second goal, leaving Ireland third in their group. Greece maintains their lead over England, while Ireland's coach Heimir Hallgrimsson supported Kelleher, emphasizing the collective nature of the sport.