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Aston Villa's Stephen Ireland says he has no issue with Roberto Mancini
Friday 16th November 09:51

Aston Villa midfielder Stephen Ireland insists there are no hard feelings between him and Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini as he prepares to go up against his old club.

Aston Villa midfielder Stephen Ireland is determined to play through the pain
Wednesday 24th October 10:01

Aston Villa midfielder Stephen Ireland has promised to play through the pain barrier in a bid to keep his place in the team.

Aston Villa midfielder Stephen Ireland facing 'a few weeks' out with a broken bone in his wrist
Thursday 27th September 10:27

Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert has revealed that Stephen Ireland will be out for "a few weeks" after suffering a broken bone in his wrist.

Villa wait on Ireland injury
Sunday 23rd September 09:17

Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert is waiting for news on the arm injury suffered by Stephen Ireland at Southampton on Saturday.

Ireland eyes new Villa deal
Thursday 30th August 09:04

Stephen Ireland is hoping to secure a new contract at Aston Villa and believes he has been rejuvenated by the appointment of Paul Lambert as manager.

Lambert lauds Ireland quality
Wednesday 29th August 16:28

Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert believes Stephen Ireland is a 'naturally gifted' player and has vowed to get the best out of the midfielder.

Lambert eyes Ireland revival
Friday 17th August 16:18

Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert admits he is looking forward to trying to bring the best out of playmaker Stephen Ireland.

Ireland - We will do better
Wednesday 15th August 09:33

Stephen Ireland has promised Aston Villa fans a successful season after the club's dalliance with relegation last year.

Lambert happy with Villa duo
Friday 3rd August 09:24

Paul Lambert has not had any problem with Stephen Ireland or Charles N'Zogbia since taking over as Aston Villa manager.

Lambert impressed by new boys
Sunday 15th July 13:51

Paul Lambert paid tribute to the performances of Karim El Ahmadi, Matt Lowton and Brett Holman following Villa's friendly win over Burton.

Bent - Ireland's the man
Thursday 21st June 13:52

Darren Bent thinks Stephen Ireland is the key to Aston Villa's success this season, and has told Paul Lambert to play him in 'the hole'.

Ireland wants Republic return
Sunday 6th May 11:56

Stephen Ireland has again stated he is ready to end his international exile and return to the Republic of Ireland squad.

Ireland promises improvement
Sunday 6th May 11:29

Aston Villa supporters' player of the season Stephen Ireland has vowed to show his true form next season.

McLeish hails improved Ireland
Thursday 3rd May 16:02

Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish has hailed Stephen Ireland for working hard to improve as a player.

Petrov handed Villa award
Tuesday 1st May 09:25

Aston Villa skipper Stiliyan Petrov, who is currently sidelined because of acute leukaemia, has been voted the club's players' player of the year.

Ireland enjoying Villa run
Saturday 14th April 13:24

Stephen Ireland is enjoying getting a consistent run in the Aston Villa side and has thanked Alex McLeish for giving him a second chance.

Ireland eyeing Republic recall
Friday 30th March 09:36

Aston Villa midfielder Stephen Ireland has admitted he is ready to end his international exile and return to the Republic of Ireland squad.

McLeish unlocks Ireland ability
Tuesday 13th March 09:33

Alex McLeish has hailed Stephen Ireland's form after recognising the importance of working on the mental state of all his players.

Hard work pays off for Ireland
Thursday 1st March 17:16

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish has praised Stephen Ireland, who is set to be recalled to the starting XI, for his improved work-rate.

McLeish shrugs off Ireland row
Monday 6th February 08:04

Alex McLeish has played down reports of a touchline row with Stephen Ireland, insisting he substituted the player because of injury.

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