
Katie McCabe
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
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 TimesKatie 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 TimesKatie McCabe opened the scoring for Ireland against France.
Grâce à un doublé de Melvine Malard, les Bleues commencent les qualifications pour la Coupe du monde 2027 par une victoire en IrlandeKatie 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 TimesKatie 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 TimesKatie McCabe became the fourth Irish woman to win the Champions League.
the top 25 moments of the year in women’s sport – The Irish TimesKatie McCabe won her first Champions League.
How Ireland’s sportswomen kept clearing impossibly high bars in 2025 – The Irish TimesKatie 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 TimesKatie 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 TimesKatie McCabe is the Irish captain who scored twice in the match against Belgium.
Ireland prepare to face the other side of Belgium – The Irish TimesKatie 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 TimesKatie McCabe ended up on the winning side in Arsenal’s 5-1 defeat of West Ham.
Ireland’s Amber Barrett and Abbie Larkin on the double in strong start to club season – The Irish Timesnot 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 TimesKatie McCabe was a cut above everyone else in terms of technique.
How Carla Ward’s side rated at Páirc Uí Chaoimh – The Irish TimesKatie 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 TimesSlovenia 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 TimesIreland captain Katie McCabe after the win.
Emily Murphy bags late winner for Ireland to keep Nations League promotion hopes alive – The Irish TimesKatie McCabe sliding on her belly along the dressing room floor through a pool of champagne.
Straight-talking Slegers lifted Arsenal to glory – now club must back her vision | Arsenal WomenKatie McCabe won a Champions League title with Arsenal against Barcelona.
Katie McCabe wins one for Ireland, sort of, as Arsenal topple Barcelona – The Irish TimesKatie 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 TimesKatie McCabe praised Renée Slegers for restoring confidence in the team.
Champions-League-Sieger Arsenal: Nach 18 Jahren wieder Königinnen - SportKatie McCabe is involved in the play as Mariona Caldentey makes a sliding pass.
Women’s Champions League triumph will redefine how Arsenal see themselves | Women's Champions LeagueKatie 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 TimesKatie McCabe, the tough-tackling left-back, kept Caroline Graham Hansen at bay, which is no mean feat.
Arsenal 1-0 Barcelona: Women’s Champions League final player ratings | Women's Champions LeagueKatie 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 TimesIreland 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 TimesKatie McCabe's pass under pressure led to a goal for Manchester United.
Arsenal WSL runners-up after resisting Manchester United fightback for 4-3 win | Women's Super LeagueKatie 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 TimesKatie 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



































































































































