The final group game in the 2025 UEFA Nations League will see the Ireland Women’s National Team host Slovenia in Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Tuesday, June 3rd.
Having beaten Türkiye in Istanbul last Friday, Carla Ward’s squad now return to home soil for the second meeting with group leaders Slovenia in this campaign and top spot is on the line.
SECURE YOUR SEAT FOR IRELAND VS SLOVENIA
Ireland need to win the game by a margin of four goals in order to finish in first place and clinch promotion to League A with head-to-head coming into affect if the teams finish level on points.
Should Ireland finish as runners-up in the group, they will face a third-placed team from League A in a two-legged Promotion / Relegation Play-Off in October. The draw to decide those fixtures will take place at 12:00 on Friday, June 6th.
Over 10,000 tickets have already been snapped up for Tuesday’s game – where the kick-off time has been set by UEFA to ensure all final group games start at the same time. It will also be broadcast live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player.
MATCH DETAILS
UEFA NATIONS LEAGUE
League B, Group 2
Ireland v Slovenia
Tuesday, June 3rd
Páirc Uí Chaoimh
KO 18:00
LIVE on RTÉ2 / RTÉ Player
MATCH OFFICIALS
Referee | Miriama Bockova (Slovakia)
Assistant Referee 1 | Miroslava Pastorekova (Slovakia)
Assistant Referee 2 | Ivana Leskova (Slovakia)
Fourth Official | Zuzana Valentova (Slovakia)
PREVIOUS MEETINGS
30/10/2013 | Slovenia 0-3 Ireland | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Ob Jezeru City Stadium, Velenje
20/08/2014 | Ireland 2-0 Slovenia | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Tallaght Stadium
25/02/2025 | Slovenia 4-0 Ireland | UEFA Nations League | Bonifika Stadium, Koper
NOTES
– There are currently 12 places between Ireland (26) and Slovenia (38) in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings.
– Defender Louise Quinn will go into her final home game with the WNT ahead of retiring from football this summer.
– Ten players in the current squad featured in the first WNT game in Páirc Uí Chaoimh last July when Ireland beat France 3-1 in their best ever result (considering France were No 2 in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings at the time)
– Referee Miriama Bockova previously oversaw Ireland’s 1-0 win over Cymru in the Pinatar Cup in February 2022.
IRELAND WNT SQUAD
Goalkeepers: Courtney Brosnan (Everton), Grace Moloney (Unattached), Sophie Whitehouse (Charlton Athletic)
Defenders: Jessie Stapleton (West Ham United), Anna Patten (Aston Villa), Aoife Mannion (Manchester United), Caitlin Hayes (Brighton & Hove Albion), Louise Quinn (Unattached), Chloe Mustaki (Charlton Athletic), Megan Campbell (Unattached), Katie McCabe (Arsenal)
Midfielders: Denise O’Sullivan (North Carolina Courage), Megan Connolly (Lazio), Tyler Toland (Blackburn Rovers), Ruesha Littlejohn (Shamrock Rovers), Marissa Sheva (Sunderland)
Forwards: Kyra Carusa (San Diego Wave), Abbie Larkin (Crystal Palace), Amber Barrett (Standard Liege), Lucy Quinn (Birmingham City), Emily Murphy (Newcastle United), Saoirse Noonan (Celtic), Erin Healy (Adelaide United)
Match Tickets | Ireland WNT vs Slovenia WNT
The Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team is set to play Slovenia at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025.
Join us to support the team in this exciting UEFA Nations League match.
WNT Rep of Ireland vs Slovenia
The Republic of Ireland Women’s National team faces Slovenia on Tuesday, 3rd of June, in SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Tickets on sale now.
Kick Off: 6.00pm
PREVIEW | Ireland WNT v Slovenia WNT
The final group game in the 2025 UEFA Nations League will see the Ireland Women’s National Team host Slovenia in Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Tuesday, June 3rd.
Having beaten Türkiye in Istanbul last Friday, Carla Ward’s squad now return to home soil for the second meeting with group leaders Slovenia in this campaign and top spot is on the line.
SECURE YOUR SEAT FOR IRELAND VS SLOVENIA
Ireland need to win the game by a margin of four goals in order to finish in first place and clinch promotion to League A with head-to-head coming into affect if the teams finish level on points.
Should Ireland finish as runners-up in the group, they will face a third-placed team from League A in a two-legged Promotion / Relegation Play-Off in October. The draw to decide those fixtures will take place at 12:00 on Friday, June 6th.
Over 10,000 tickets have already been snapped up for Tuesday’s game – where the kick-off time has been set by UEFA to ensure all final group games start at the same time. It will also be broadcast live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player.
MATCH DETAILS
UEFA NATIONS LEAGUE
League B, Group 2
Ireland v Slovenia
Tuesday, June 3rd
Páirc Uí Chaoimh
KO 18:00
LIVE on RTÉ2 / RTÉ Player
MATCH OFFICIALS
Referee | Miriama Bockova (Slovakia)
Assistant Referee 1 | Miroslava Pastorekova (Slovakia)
Assistant Referee 2 | Ivana Leskova (Slovakia)
Fourth Official | Zuzana Valentova (Slovakia)
PREVIOUS MEETINGS
30/10/2013 | Slovenia 0-3 Ireland | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Ob Jezeru City Stadium, Velenje
20/08/2014 | Ireland 2-0 Slovenia | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Tallaght Stadium
25/02/2025 | Slovenia 4-0 Ireland | UEFA Nations League | Bonifika Stadium, Koper
NOTES
– There are currently 12 places between Ireland (26) and Slovenia (38) in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings.
– Defender Louise Quinn will go into her final home game with the WNT ahead of retiring from football this summer.
– Ten players in the current squad featured in the first WNT game in Páirc Uí Chaoimh last July when Ireland beat France 3-1 in their best ever result (considering France were No 2 in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings at the time)
– Referee Miriama Bockova previously oversaw Ireland’s 1-0 win over Cymru in the Pinatar Cup in February 2022.
IRELAND WNT SQUAD
Goalkeepers: Courtney Brosnan (Everton), Grace Moloney (Unattached), Sophie Whitehouse (Charlton Athletic)
Defenders: Jessie Stapleton (West Ham United), Anna Patten (Aston Villa), Aoife Mannion (Manchester United), Caitlin Hayes (Brighton & Hove Albion), Louise Quinn (Unattached), Chloe Mustaki (Charlton Athletic), Megan Campbell (Unattached), Katie McCabe (Arsenal)
Midfielders: Denise O’Sullivan (North Carolina Courage), Megan Connolly (Lazio), Tyler Toland (Blackburn Rovers), Ruesha Littlejohn (Shamrock Rovers), Marissa Sheva (Sunderland)
Forwards: Kyra Carusa (San Diego Wave), Abbie Larkin (Crystal Palace), Amber Barrett (Standard Liege), Lucy Quinn (Birmingham City), Emily Murphy (Newcastle United), Saoirse Noonan (Celtic), Erin Healy (Adelaide United)
Game Day : Cork vs Kerry – All-Ireland SFC Round 2
Cork are set to welcome Munster rivals Kerry to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday, May 31st, for a crucial Round 2 clash in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship (Group 2).
This fixture marks a pivotal moment in Cork’s championship campaign as the team look to build momentum in front of a home crowd. Throw-in is at 4:45 PM.
Manager John Cleary has named the Cork Senior Football team to face Kerry. The starting fifteen is as follows: Micheál Aodh Martin (Nemo Rangers) starts in goal, with a full-back line of Seán Meehan (Kiskeam), Daniel O’Mahony (Knocknagree, captain), and Maurice Shanley (Clonakilty). The half-back line features Brian O’Driscoll (Carrigaline), Seán Powter (Douglas), and Matty Taylor (Mallow). In midfield, Ian Maguire (St Finbarr’s) partners Colm O’Callaghan (Éire Óg). The half-forward line consists of Paul Walsh (Kanturk), Eoghan McSweeney (Knocknagree), and Seán McDonnell (Mallow), while the inside forward line is made up of Mark Cronin (Nemo Rangers), Cathail O’Mahony (Mitchelstown), and Chris Óg Jones (Uíbh Laoire).
The matchday panel also includes Patrick Doyle (Knocknagree), Neil Lordan (Ballinora), Seán Brady (Ballygarvan), Rory Maguire (Castlehaven), Luke Fahy (Ballincollig), Seán Walsh (Mitchelstown), Conor Cahalane (Castlehaven), Ruairí Deane (Bantry Blues), Éanna O’Hanlon (Kilshannig), Hugh O’Connor (Newmarket), and Brian Hurley (Castlehaven). Standby players are Darragh Cashman (Millstreet), Conor Corbett (Clyda Rovers), David Buckley (Newcestown), and Seán Dore (Ballincollig).
Daniel O’Mahony of Knocknagree will captain the side
🎟️ Ticket Information
Tickets for the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Round 2 match between Cork and Kerry are available for purchase through the following channels:
Online: Ticketmaster GAA Portal
In-Person: Participating Centra and SuperValu outlets nationwide
Parade of Champions
Parade of Champions: Celebrating Sciath na Scol Winners at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Cork GAA are delighted to welcome the winning teams from this year’s Sciath na Scol competitions to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh for a special celebration of their achievements.
As part of our commitment to honouring the next generation of GAA stars, these young players will take part in a Parade of Champions at half-time during the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship clash between Cork and Kerry.
This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the talent, spirit, and dedication of our school communities across Cork. We congratulate all the players, teachers, coaches, and supporters who contributed to a memorable Sciath na Scol season.
Join us as we give these young champions the ovation they deserve!
Match Day Stadium Information | Cork vs Kerry
SATURDAY 31st MAY 2025
ALL-IRELAND SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP – GROUP 2, ROUND 2
🟥🟢 CORK v KERRY 🟢🟡 — THROW-IN: 16:45
✅ ACCESS TO THE STADIUM
SEATING INFORMATION
South Stand Level 1, Premium Level, and North Stand Blackrock Terraces
Please do not travel without a ticket.
Print/download your ticket and have it ready on entry.
Ensure your phone is fully charged.
🎟️ MATCH TICKETS
Available at www.gaacork.ie/tickets
🌦️ DRESS FOR WEATHER
Check weather updates before travelling
Dress appropriately for changing conditions
🚗 PLAN YOUR JOURNEY & PARKING
Roads may be closed before and after the game
Traffic is expected to be heavy – plan ahead
Park legally and respect the local community
👮♂️ STEWARDS & AN GARDA
Always follow directions from stewards and An Garda for your safety
🚍 WAYS TO GET TO THE STADIUM
🚌 PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Served by Bus Éireann Routes 202 & 212 (Blackrock Rd stop by pharmacy)
30-minute walk from Kent Station (trains from East Cork & Dublin)
🚶♂️ WALK TO STADIUM
25-minute walk from Cork City Centre
All City Car Parks available
Mahon/Blackrock Greenway connects directly to the stadium
🚘 DRIVING
Use City Centre car parks, Kennedy Quay, or Boreenmanna Rd
Mahon area, Blackrock GAA, and local rowing club car parks recommended
Do not park illegally – respect local residents
⏰ STADIUM OPENS: 15:15
🚫 A cordon will operate on the roads around the stadium by An Garda Síochána
🚶 POST-GAME EGRESS
As part of exit plans, priority will be given to cars in Mahon and South Link Rd areas (e.g., Páirc Uí Rinn)