James Hendicott

A week in the life of …. an Aston Villa fan

James Hendicott is a freelance music and travel writer who occasionally dabbles in sport, and a passionate Aston Villa fan'.…

2 years ago

Stalemate, but embers of hope for Ireland as Wales visit Dublin

James McLean's bad tempered red card was probably the most memorable moment of this goalless fanless draw between Wales and…

5 years ago

Dull Denmark pull off Dublin point to qualify

“I’m off to watch Ireland draw with Denmark” quipped a Facebook post ahead of the final - and most critical…

6 years ago

Ireland show three of the best with victory over New Zealand

The second coming of Mick McCarthy as Republic of Ireland managers remains in limbo.

6 years ago

Ireland rescue Swiss point to pile on Euro 2020 qualifying pressure

James Hendicott reports from the Aviva Stadium as Ireland held Switzerland to a 1-1 draw.

6 years ago

Tepid Ireland edge out minnows Gibraltar

The Republic of Ireland saw off the challenge of Gibraltar to consolidate top spot in Group D thanks to an…

6 years ago

There’s an argument to be made that O’Neill and Keane overachieved but Irish fans insist on a less moribund approach

Republic of Ireland part ways with Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane. Author James Hendicott asks what comes next.

7 years ago

Politics (and provocation) still loom large when Republic face Northern Ireland

Match report Small gallery “The relationship between the two associations is in a great place, and we want to celebrate…

7 years ago

Northern Ireland’s finishing costs derby win in dull Dublin friendly

James Hendicott sees both Irelands draw a blank in Dublin

7 years ago