Katie McCabe

Katie McCabe

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Katie McCabe is a professional Irish footballer who serves as the captain of the Republic of Ireland women's national team. Known for her leadership on and off the pitch, McCabe has represented Ireland since making her senior debut a decade ago. She has played under various coaches and is recognized for her dedication to the team, as well as her contributions to women's football in Ireland.

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Katie McCabe has signed a three-year deal with Chelsea having departed Arsenal last week.

Katie McCabe signs for Chelsea following Arsenal departure – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-02
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Katie McCabe was just outside the top 20 mentions in sports news last year.

Women’s sport received 18% of media coverage in 2025 – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-04
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Katie McCabe’s cool first-half finish had the Republic of Ireland closing in on all three points in this opening World Cup qualifier.

Ireland’s bright start dimmed by second-half France brace – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-04
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Katie McCabe’s cool first-half finish had the Republic of Ireland closing in on all three points in this opening World Cup qualifier.

Melvine Malard double sees France beat Ireland in Tallaght – as it happened – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-03
6.0

Katie McCabe has noted the importance of FAI chief executive David Courell speaking to the women’s squad about the decision to host Israel.

‘We know it’s not right on a human level what’s going on in Gaza’ – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-03
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Katie McCabe became the fourth Irish woman to win the Champions League.

the top 25 moments of the year in women’s sport – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-12-18
9.0

Katie McCabe is an Irish player who chose not to wear a poppy.

Poppy rage appears to be losing its poisonous edge, so maybe the message is sinking in – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-11-07
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Katie McCabe, an Ireland footballer and Arsenal captain, decided not to wear a poppy for a match last weekend.

British media sees red over Irish poppy refuseniks – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-11-05
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Katie McCabe is the Irish captain who scored twice in the match against Belgium.

Ireland prepare to face the other side of Belgium – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-10-28
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Katie McCabe saw the Republic of Ireland captain score twice to overrun a fancied Belgium side.

Katie McCabe on top form for Ireland in commanding win over Belgium – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-10-25
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not forgetting the likes of Champions League winner Katie McCabe amongst others who didn’t travel.

Ireland fall to second four-goal defeat to United States in three days – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-06-29
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Katie McCabe was a cut above everyone else in terms of technique.

How Carla Ward’s side rated at Páirc Uí Chaoimh – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-06-04
5.0

Katie McCabe is on the verge of burnout due to playing a lot of minutes for club and country.

‘Katie McCabe is on the verge of burnout’ – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-06-03
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Slovenia also brought a physicality to the game, targeting Katie McCabe in particular.

Ireland win in Páirc Uí Chaoimh but it is mission accomplished for Slovenia – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-06-03
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Katie McCabe won a Champions League title with Arsenal against Barcelona.

Katie McCabe wins one for Ireland, sort of, as Arsenal topple Barcelona – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-05-25
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Katie McCabe was Glasgow’s driving force during her first Champions League campaign.

From Petershill Park to Arsenal, Katie McCabe shows it is about hardwork as well as talent – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-05-25
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Katie McCabe praised Renée Slegers for restoring confidence in the team.

Champions-League-Sieger Arsenal: Nach 18 Jahren wieder Königinnen - Sport
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-05-25
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Katie McCabe has added another priceless memory to her career after helping Arsenal to their second Women’s Champions League title.

Katie McCabe tastes Champions League glory as Arsenal stun Barcelona to clinch title – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-05-24
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Katie McCabe is a current player for Arsenal and is being cheered on by Yvonne Tracy to win the Champions League.

Yvonne Tracy hoping Katie McCabe can follow in her foosteps to be an Irish Champions League winner – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-05-24
9.0

Ireland captain Katie McCabe will link up with the squad in Turkey following Arsenal’s Champions League final against Barcelona.

Louise Quinn recalled to Ireland squad alongside the uncapped Erin Healy – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-05-20
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Katie McCabe became the first Republic of Ireland international to reach the Champions League final since its inaugural year in 2009.

Katie McCabe set to play in Champions League final after Arsenal stun Lyon – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-04-27
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Katie McCabe’s Arsenal were beaten 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium in the first leg of their semi-final against Olympique Lyonnais.

Katie McCabe’s Arsenal beaten 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium in first leg of semi-final against Olympique Lyonnais – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-04-20
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