Day full of coverage on RTÉ for Ireland's qualifierIt looks set to be a nervy week across the country, as the nation gets ready for our crucial fixture against Czechia in the World Cup play-off semi final. Live coverage will be broadcast on RTÉ2, RTÉ Player and RTÉ Radio 1, as the Republic of Ireland battles it out in Prague. Kick off is at 7.45pm on Thursday March 24, although live coverage will start at 7pm, with commentary on RTÉ2 from Didi Hamann and Shay Given. Soccer Correspondent Tony O’Donoghue will be in Prague with news from the Irish camp as well as interviews pre and post match. Inside Sport on RTÉ Radio 1 will be on air from 6 to 10pm with live commentary from John Kenny and Kenny Cunnicham.

Source: Irish Independent March 24, 2026 02:59 UTC