“The new playmaker at Spurs is Harry Kane.” David Ginola labelled Harry Kane as ‘the new Diego Maradona’ after Tottenham Hotspur convincingly beat Newcastle United 5-1 on Sunday afternoon. The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium played host to the six-goal thriller as Spurs moved level on points with fourth-placed Arsenal, with two extra games played. Antonio Conte’s […]

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“Look at his feet, he’s not on the goal line.” David Ginola and Graeme Souness criticised Jordan Pickford’s positioning for West Ham’s opening goal as Everton lost 2-1 at the London Stadium. Both pundits thought Aaron Cresswell’s free kick could have been saved by Pickford if he had positioned himself correctly before the set piece […]

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“It’s over. It’s finished. There’s no doubt about it.” Kris Boyd declared Rangers title challenge is “over” following Celtic’s 2-1 away win at Ibrox Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The win sends the Hoops six points clear at the top of the Scottish Premier League. Ange Postecoglou’s side have a superior goal difference compared to their […]

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“He gives everything for us so we have to give everything for him.” Matt Doherty highlighted the improvements, that can be seen in all departments, since Antonio Conte’s arrival at Tottenham Hotspur in November. Spurs currently sit fifth in the Premier League, three points behind North London rivals Arsenal with an extra game played, as […]

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“That was really bad out there today.” Gary Neville said it’s unlikely that Manchester United finish in the top four following their 1-1 draw at home to Leicester City on Saturday evening. Kelechi Iheanacho opened the scoring for the Foxes in the 63rd minute before Fred equalised three minutes later to share the spoils at […]

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“The policeman left for a moment, and I was desperate.” Gerard Pique has told the extraordinary story of how he dodged a drink-driving charge by sucking on coins in his final year at Manchester United. However, the Barcelona defender still got into trouble with his manager Alex Ferguson, who found out about the incident at […]

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‘Fernandes’ contract sums up where Man United are as a club at the moment.’ Paul Merson described Manchester United’s decision to give Bruno Fernandes a new contract as “strange,” considering he already had three years left on his previous deal. The Portuguese international put pen to paper on a new deal until June 2026, with […]

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“Jake Paul could really use Nate Diaz right now.” Chael Sonnen has warned Jake Paul that Nate Diaz needs to re-establish himself as a pay-per-view star if they are to earn a bumper purse from fighting each other. Paul (5-0-0 boxing record) took part in a rematch against Tyron Woodley in December, after Tommy Fury […]

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“They called him ‘Mini Pep’ out there.” Steve McClaren said Erik ten Hag’s attention to detail and organisation is reminiscent of Alex Ferguson, as the Dutchman is heavily linked with the Manchester United job. Along with PSG manager Mauricio Pochettino, the Ajax boss has emerged as one of the favourites to take over from interim […]

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“Tyson doesn’t have a plan.” Trainer SugarHill Steward revealed Tyson Fury (31-0-1 boxing record) does not have a game plan to beat Dillian Whyte (28-2-0 boxing) ahead of their April 23rd showdown at Wembley Stadium. The Gypsy King puts his WBC heavyweight title on the line against ‘the body snatcher.’ Fury is hard at work […]

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‘What a time to go in, especially if they finish sixth.’ Roy Keane labeled this summer as the perfect opportunity for the next Manchester United manager to take charge due to out-of-contract players departing the club. Five players look set to leave Old Trafford in the summer including Paul Pogba, Edinson Cavani, Jesse Lingard, Juan […]

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‘Klopp is punching so far above his weight.’ Gary Neville reckons Liverpool fans will lose patience with Fenway Sports Group (FSG) very soon after Jurgen Klopp departs the club. Liverpool are currently in the running to end the season with four trophies, no Premier League side has ever managed to win the quadruple. Gary Neville […]

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‘Everton are probably one the worst run clubs in Europe.’ Jamie Carragher gave a damning verdict on Everton’s survival hopes, describing them as ‘one of the worst run clubs in Europe’ on The Overlap. Everton currently sit 17th in the Premier League table, three points clear of the relegation zone, with arguably the toughest fixtures […]

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Real Madrid’s next generation of ‘Galacticos.’ Real Madrid have been linked with signing an array of players this summer, as the Spanish outfit aims to add to their record 13 Champions League trophies. Despite Carlo Ancelotti’s side currently sitting top of La Liga and in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. There is a desire […]

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“If I’m him, I’m just going to box.” Curtis Blaydes said it’s best for the current heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou to step into boxing instead of signing a new UFC contract. ‘Razor’ Blaydes spoke on The MMA Hour following his knockout victory over Chris Daukaus in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday night. Ngannou underwent knee surgery […]

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Let’s see who Conor McGregor could face upon his return to the UFC Octagon… As Conor McGregor (22-6-0 MMA record) returns to training, we look at five potential opponents the 33-year-old could face upon his return to the octagon. UFC president Dana White is targeting an Autumn return for the Crumlin native as he continues […]

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“It didn’t affect me in the slightest.” Keith Andrews poured cold water on Roy Keane’s comments ahead of the Republic of Ireland’s friendly against Lithuania at the Aviva Stadium tonight. In a 2020 interview with Barry Egan on The Sunday Independent, Keane called Andrews a bulls**ter when he discussed his role with the Irish national […]

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Ireland host Lithuania on Tuesday night. The Republic of Ireland play Lithuania in a friendly on Tuesday night at the Aviva Stadium, and here is the starting XI we believe Stephen Kenny should pick for the game. The Ireland manager will likely make several changes to the team that played out a 2-2 draw with […]

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‘John Egan was very influential in that period when we needed somebody to be.’ Stephen Kenny praised the ‘aggressive’ play of John Egan which helped the Republic of Ireland to draw 2-2 with Belgium on Saturday evening. The Sheffield United defender was instrumental in gaining momentum in Ireland’s favour, following a shaky start that saw […]

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“He doesn’t look like he’s playing for Rotherham United.” Mick McCarthy praised Chiedozie Ogbene following the Republic of Ireland’s 2-2 draw with Belgium 2-2 on Saturday evening. The Rotherham United winger scored a stunning overhead kick and provided an assist for Alan Browne’s 85th-minute equaliser. Former Ireland manager McCarthy noted that it is difficult to […]

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“Caoimhin will definitely start, that’s absolutely right, for sure.” Stephen Kenny has announced that Caoimhin Kelleher will start in goal for the Republic of Ireland in their friendly matches against Belgium and Lithuania over the next few days. The Liverpool goalkeeper has been given the opportunity due to injury withdrawals from Gavin Bazunu and Mark […]

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“It feels almost as if conceding a goal at the 92nd minute was fitting.” Roberto Mancini was coy about his future as Italy manager following the Azzurri’s 1-0 defeat to North Macedonia in the World Cup play-off semi-final on Thursday night. Italy dominated the game but couldn’t break the deadlock before their opponents scored in […]

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Oleksandr Usyk begins plans for the Anthony Joshua rematch. Oleksandr Usyk has left Ukraine to begin preparations for the highly anticipated rematch against Anthony Joshua this summer. Eddie Hearn announced earlier in the week that they are targeting June for the heavyweight bout – whilst awaiting a date for Wembley Stadium. Usyk’s developments on […]

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Darren Randolph highlights his frustrations on Instagram. Darren Randolph voiced his displeasure on Instagram following Stephen Kenny continually leaving the West Ham goalkeeper out of his squad. The veteran commented underneath the FAI’s squad update, where the Republic of Ireland manager instead called-up Bohemians goalkeeper James Talbot. Randolph comments following being left out of the […]

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“He’s not tactically good, tactically redundant I would say.” Roddy Collins has criticised Stephen Kenny’s performance as Republic of Ireland manager so far and said that the national team have performed “abysmally” in three competitions under the former Dundalk coach. Collins came up against Kenny during the pair’s time as managers in the League of […]

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Paddy Pimblett’s current UFC contract has raised a few eyebrows. Paddy Pimblett has revealed his purse following his victory over Kazula Vargas via submission in the first round at UFC London last Saturday night. ‘The Baddy’ was one of the UFC’s biggest draws at their record-breaking $4.5m gate at the sold-out O2 Arena, which was […]

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The Ireland call-ups have fueled its overseas players to perform. Heading into this week’s friendlies against Belgium and Lithuania, Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny will be impressed with the goalkeeping masterclasses that took place over the weekend. Both Gavin Bazunu and Mark Travers kept clean sheets. Meanwhile, Will Keane was amongst the goals for […]

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Greenwood made his selection for the final week of this year’s Six Nations. Will Greenwood has named his Six Nations ‘Team of the Week’ and included four Ireland players in his starting XV. Ireland capped off the 2022 Six Nations campaign by winning the Triple Crown as they beat Scotland 26-5 at the Aviva Stadium […]

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‘Adesanya’s not well-rounded, he can’t stop my American wrestling.’ Colby Covington has said that he wants to fight UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya next. Covington beat Jorge Masvidal by unanimous decision in the main event of UFC 272 and is now eyeing up Adesanya as his next opponent. Colby Covington wants Israel Adesanya next. Covington, […]

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“I’ve got something special for you Stacky.” Graham Stack told the All To Play For JOE podcast the story of Ian Wright’s kind gesture towards his best friend’s daughter following her dad passing away. Both players were at Arsenal in 1998 so Stack reached out to Wright to ask for a ‘favour.’ The ex-Ireland goalkeeper […]

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Newcastle United’s summer transfer window could look like this. Newcastle United currently sit 14th in the Premier League and will need reinforcements in the summer if they are to push on next season. Eddie Howe has been linked with numerous players since the January transfer window – where they spent over £90m on five new […]

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Ireland have named a 25-man squad. Stephen Kenny announced his Republic of Ireland 25-man squad for the upcoming friendlies against Belgium and Lithuania at the end of March. Ireland kick start their 2022 fixtures with two home games at the Aviva Stadium. It is the perfect opportunity for Kenny to experiment with his squad and […]

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“If the Hollywood script writers wrote this they’d get laughed out of town.” Joe Cole was on cloud nine following Andriy Yarmolenko’s extra-time winner for West Ham United against Sevilla at the London Stadium on Thursday night. The Ukrainian star, scored to put the Hammers 2-1 up on aggregate as they went on to qualify […]

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‘He stands for everything Man United doesn’t stand for.’ Didi Hamann criticised Ralf Rangnick’s playing style following Manchester United’s 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid at Old Trafford on Tuesday night. The ex-Liverpool midfielder was critical of Man United players’ below-par display following their Champions League last-16 exit. Didi Hamann questions Ralf Rangnick. Hamann labelled the […]

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‘Atletico Madrid are a group of reliable men.’ Rio Ferdinand gave a damning verdict following Manchester United’s 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid at Old Trafford on Tuesday night. The second leg defeat saw the Red Devils exit the Champions League last-16 stage – resulting in a fifth trophyless season in a row. Rio Ferdinand’s take […]

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‘Man United’s facilities have fallen behind.’ Gary Neville agrees with a potential Manchester United plan to demolish Old Trafford as he believes that the current stadium has declined. According to reports, Man United are exploring the option of potentially demolishing their stadium. At the very least, the club’s owners want to redevelop the ground, which […]

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‘Welcome to heaven.’ There were 10 goals across five of the recent League of Ireland matches, as Aidan Keena, Jamie McGonigle, and Sean Boyd all got on the scoresheet. Nathan Sheppard’s goalkeeping heroics for Dundalk, as well as fine displays from Mark and Eoin Doyle of St. Patrick’s Athletic, sent the Inchicore outfit top of […]

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Jim Crawford has announced his Ireland Under 21’s squad. The Republic of Ireland Under 21’s squad announcement has seen a couple of new faces included. We are highlighting three call-ups that could have a bright future with the Boys in Green. Derby County’s Eiran Cashin and Festy Ebosele have been brought into Jim Crawford’s squad […]

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‘I don’t see the leaders in the Everton squad.’ Neil Warnock spoke about Frank Lampard’s inexperience of being embroiled in a relegation fight as manager of Everton. The 73-year-old highlighted his concern at the lack of leaders in the dressing room at Goodison Park. Everton are currently 17th in the Premier League. The Toffees sit […]

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It was a mixed weekend mixed for Irish players across the water. Nathan Collins was sent off for Burnley as Conor Ronan and Aaron McEneff left their mark on the Scottish Cup. While Mark Travers and Jake Mulraney could come into the Republic of Ireland squad following their standout performances. Stephen Kenny appears to have […]

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Six players that could lead the attack for Ireland. The Republic of Ireland take on Belgium and Lithuania at the Aviva Stadium later this month, and Stephen Kenny has a few different forward options to pick for the game. Adam Idah is injured, but Troy Parrott, Will Keane, and Michael Obafemi are currently amongst the […]

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‘I want to see him and have a drink with him.’ Leigh Wood needed a 12th round knockout, in the final pulses of an all-time classic, to defeat Michael Conlan at the Motorpoint Arena, on Saturday night. The Nottingham native successfully defended his WBA featherweight world title by handing Conlan his first professional loss. Wood, […]

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‘Ajax can not buy the calibre of players needed.’ Ajax manager Erik ten Hag is prepared to become Manchester United manager at the end of the season according to reports. The 52-year-old has grown frustrated at Ajax’s inability to financially compete with their Champions League counterparts. The Mirror reports that if the Dutchman was to […]

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‘That was the best performance from Ronaldo since I arrived.’ Ralf Rangnick was in high spirits following Cristiano Ronaldo’s hat-trick against Tottenham Hotspur in a 3-2 win for Manchester United at Old Trafford on Saturday. The Man United interim boss joked about sending the striker to Portugal every week as Ronaldo was there during the […]

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‘They were not very good, despite Ronaldo’s performance.’ Gary Neville described Cristiano Ronaldo as “sensational” following Manchester United’s 3-2 win against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford on Saturday. The 37-year old scored a hat-trick as the Red Devils moved up to fourth in the Premier League table. It was a sensational return to form by […]

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‘The big ambition is to qualify for the Euro 2024.’ Stephen Kenny pinpointed qualification for Euro 2024 as the “big ambition” after he signed a new contract to remain as Republic of Ireland manager until the culmination of the European Championships campaign. The former Dundalk boss said he has a “dream” to take Ireland to […]

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‘To concede straight from kick-off is absolutely embarrassing.’ Jamie Carragher described Real Madrid’s third goal as “absolutely disgraceful” as Paris Saint-Germain were knocked out of the Champions League on Wednesday night. Carragher’s view aligned with the player ratings doled out by French newspaper L’Equipe. Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring in the first half and the […]

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“I think it’s up to the manager to create that winning culture.” Rio Ferdinand didn’t hold back discussing Mauricio Pochettino following Paris Saint-Germain’s 3-2 aggregate loss to Real Madrid on Wednesday night. Madrid came back from two goals down thanks to Karim Benzema scoring a hat-trick at the Santiago Bernabeu. And PSG exiting the Champions […]

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‘The goals will come with the quality he has.’ Troy Parrott scored twice as MK Dons beat Cheltenham Town 3-1 at Stadium MK on Tuesday night. The Republic of Ireland striker netted his first league goals since September as the Dons went level on points with second-placed Wigan in League One. Troy Parrott scores twice […]

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