Ronaldo was an unused substitute in the match. Cristiano Ronaldo walked down the Old Trafford tunnel before the end of Manchester United’s 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday night. The Portugal captain was an unused substitute in the Premier League match, and didn’t hang around for the full-time whistle. As the clock ticked towards […]

3 years ago

“Why are you changing your formation so many times?” Thomas Frank and Graham Potter interviewed each other ahead of Brentford versus Chelsea in the Premier League on Wednesday night. On Amazon Prime Video’s coverage of the fixture, the rival managers were given the rare opportunity to ask each other questions ahead of their contest. “While […]

3 years ago

“I want people to be patient with him.” Rotherham United manager Matt Taylor has offered a damning verdict on the quality of the League of Ireland. Taylor was praising his Irish striker Georgie Kelly, who scored the winning goal for Rotherham in their 2-1 victory over Huddersfield Town last weekend, when he made the comments. […]

3 years ago

Cahill has been in the role for 15 years. Des Cahill has announced that he is to step down as host of The Sunday Game. The RTÉ presenter has hosted the broadcaster’s flagship GAA programme for 15 years. Cahill, however, has said he is stepping away to host Saturday Sport and Sunday Sport on RTÉ […]

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“It would have changed the game.” Danny Murphy has said that Manchester United benefitted from the ‘worst’ referee decision of the weekend in their goalless draw with Newcastle United on Sunday. Man United and Newcastle contested a highly-competitive Premier League encounter at Old Trafford. Neither side found the net, with both teams lacking a cutting […]

3 years ago

“Today could be a turning point for them.” Roy Keane said that Liverpool’s victory over Manchester City could be a turning point in the Reds’ season. Liverpool came into Sunday’s Premier League tie at Anfield trailing their rivals by 13 points and were stuck in the bottom half of the table after a difficult start […]

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Man United 0-0 Newcastle. Manchester United and Newcastle United played out an evenly-fought Premier League encounter on Sunday afternoon at Old Trafford. Neither side found the net but there were plenty of talking points from the match. Man United and Newcastle arguably both should have been awarded penalties, while Cristiano Ronaldo endured another frustrating afternoon […]

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“Does it highlight the need for education on issues like this?” Sky Sports presenter Rob Wotton grilled Republic of Ireland international Chloe Mustaki after the team were filmed singing a song which contained pro-IRA lyrics. Ireland qualified for their first World Cup finals on Tuesday night with a 1-0 victory over Scotland. Amber Barrett scored […]

3 years ago

“Who said that? Didi Hamann? Oh great.” Jurgen Klopp has hit back at Didi Hamann after the former Liverpool midfielder said the current Reds team lack any ‘spark’ following a poor run of form. Klopp’s side have only won twice in the Premier League this season. Several of Liverpool’s key players are currently struggling for […]

3 years ago

Mbappé only signed a new contract with the Qatar-owned club last summer. Kylian Mbappé wants to leave Paris Saint-Germain in January, according to reports in France. The PSG forward is said to feel ‘betrayed’ by the club’s management and believes that they have reneged on promises that were made last summer when he signed a […]

3 years ago

“One word can light up the studio – there is no one better than that.” Roy Keane and Jamie Carragher picked their top three football pundits on Monday Night Football. The pair are two of the most high-profile pundits covering the Premier League and were tasked with selecting their favourite football pundits. Carragher opted for […]

3 years ago

“I am concerned with taking care of my body.” Erling Haaland has given insight into the diet that has helped him become the Premier League’s most-feared striker. The Norwegian centre-forward scored his 20th goal of the season last weekend in Manchester City’s 4-0 win over Southampton. Haaland has scored 15 goals in nine Premier League […]

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Ireland received a nightmare qualification draw for Euro 2024. The Republic of Ireland have been drawn into an extremely difficult qualification group for Euro 2024. Ireland were landed in Group B alongside the Netherlands, France, Greece and Gibraltar. Stephen Kenny said following the draw in Frankfurt that Ireland would need to do something ‘extraordinary’ to […]

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The draw for the Euro 2024 qualifiers have been made. The Republic of Ireland have been handed a nightmare draw for the Euro 2024 qualifiers. Stephen Kenny’s side, seeded third for Sunday’s draw due to their performance in the Uefa Nations League, were drawn in a group alongside The Netherlands, France, Greece and Gibraltar. Ireland […]

3 years ago

“I’m at fault for the second goal, no doubt about it but…” Joe Hart admitted fault for Celtic conceding a crucial goal during Celtic’s 3-1 defeat to RB Leipzig in the Champions League on Wednesday night. The former England goalkeeper, however, also appeared to cite the team’s style of play as a factor in his […]

3 years ago

Nunez needs time to settle, but no one should kid themselves. After a difficult start to life at Liverpool, Darwin Nunez was widely praised for his performance against Rangers on Tuesday night. The Uruguayan striker returned to the starting XI and led the line for Jurgen Klopp’s team in a comfortable victory over modest opposition. […]

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Liverpool 2 -0 Rangers. Liverpool returned to winning ways on Tuesday evening. The Reds beat Rangers 2-0 in their Champions League tie at Anfield, with Trent Alexander-Arnold and Mohamed Salah scoring the goals. It was an easy night’s work for Jurgen Klopp’s side, who came into the game following their 3-3 draw with Brighton in […]

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Keane could be set to take his first managerial position. Robbie Keane has been linked with the vacant manager’s position at Hull City, according to reports. Hull are looking for a new manager after sacking Shota Arveladze last week. Keane has yet to manage a team, but he is among several coaches linked with the […]

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Man United suffered an embarrassing defeat against their cross-city rivals. Two Manchester United players were heavily critical of their teammates at half-time of the Manchester derby on Sunday, according to reports. Manchester City beat the Red Devils 6-3 at the Etihad Stadium with Erling Haaland and Phil Foden both scoring hat-tricks for the home side. […]

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“You talk about pressing, pressing’s the new buzzword in football, pressing!” Roy Keane launched a passionate defence of Cristiano Ronaldo after the forward was dropped for Manchester United’s 6-3 defeat to Manchester City on Sunday afternoon. Ronaldo remained on the substitutes bench for the Premier League game, with Red Devils coach Erik ten Hag opting […]

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Man City 6-3 Man United. Manchester City hammered Manchester United 6-3 on Sunday in the Manchester derby, blitzing their cross-city rivals in an incredible display. Phil Foden (3) and Erling Haaland (3) scored the goals for Pep Guardiola’s team, while Antony scored a stunning goal in the second half for the visitors. Anthony Martial scored […]

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Brought to you by NOW. Man City dominate this combined Manchester derby XI. Manchester City host Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday in the 188th edition of the Manchester derby. You can stream the game with a NOW Sports Membership, with kick-off at 2 pm. The Red Devils, for so long the dominant […]

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Ireland could face a difficult task to qualify for Euro 2024. The Republic of Ireland avoided relegation from the Uefa Nations League on Tuesday night with a narrow 3-2 victory over Armenia. Robbie Brady’s last-minute penalty gave Ireland all three points after the away side had mounted a comeback from two goals down. Ireland were […]

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“I don’t know why things like this always happens against Ireland.” Armenia manager Joaquin Caparros hit out at the decision to award a late penalty against his side in the 3-2 defeat to the Republic of Ireland. Ireland were leading 2-0 in the Uefa Nations League game thanks to goals from John Egan and Michael Obafemi. […]

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“Seriously worrying times.” Damien Delaney has criticised Stephen Kenny and his team after the Republic of Ireland’s narrow win over Armenia. The Boys in Green were leading 2-0 thanks to goals from John Egan and Michael Obafemi and cruising in the game until Armenia mounted a dramatic comeback. The visitors scored in the 71st and […]

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Ireland 3-2 Armenia. The Republic of Ireland recorded a 3-2 victory over Armenia on Tuesday night in their final Uefa Nations League game of the campaign. Stephen Kenny’s team were 2-0 up and cruising in the game until Armenia scored twice 20 minutes from the end. The visitors, ranked 92nd in the world, needed just […]

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“I had to play with someone who was disciplined.” Paul Scholes has said that his midfield partnership with Juan Sebastian Veron was a ‘disaster’. The pair played together 63 times for Manchester United between 2001 and 2003 and were part of Alex Ferguson’s team that won the Premier League in 2003. Scholes, however, said that […]

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“We’ve lost too many matches and we have been out of too many groups too soon.” Brian Kerr has said that the Republic of Ireland are losing too many matches and that ‘there is something missing’ from Stephen Kenny’s team. Ireland lost 2-1 to Scotland at Hampden Park on Saturday night, their third defeat of […]

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“I didn’t quite get that one.” Liam Brady has questioned Stephen Kenny’s decision to substitute Michael Obafemi during the Republic of Ireland’s 2-1 loss to Scotland on Saturday night. Ireland took the lead in the Uefa Nations League game. John Egan scored with a brilliant strike after 18 minutes and Kenny’s team were excellent in […]

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Scotland 2 – 1 Ireland. The Republic of Ireland played Scotland in the Uefa Nations League on Saturday night at Hampden Park. Here is how we rated the Ireland players in the 2-1 loss. Scotland v Ireland: First half. Scotland had the better of the opening period at Hampden Park. The home side cut Ireland […]

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Here’s everything you need to know about the Nations League game between Ireland and Scotland. The Republic of Ireland take on Scotland in the Uefa Nations League on Saturday night. Here is everything you need to know about the game, including squad news, form, and TV channel details. Who are Ireland playing against? Stephen Kenny’s […]

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“Is that the most Roy Keane thing ever?” Roy Keane rejected the chance to wear the Manchester United captain’s armband for the final time on Saturday. The former Man United skipper was a surprise addition to a legends match against Liverpool at Anfield, and came on for the final 15 minutes. Keane, however, refused the […]

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Lafferty is under investigation by his club for the alleged incident. Kilmarnock are investigating the alleged use of sectarian language by Northern Ireland centre-forward Kyle Lafferty. In a video circulating online, Lafferty posed alongside a fan and allegedly made a sectarian comment. Kilmarnock confirmed on Thursday afternoon that they are investigating the alleged incident. Kyle […]

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Souness said that Grealish is ‘not a great player’. Jack Grealish has responded to Graeme Souness’ criticism of him. The Sky Sports pundit said earlier this week that the Manchester City forward is ‘not a great player’ and he ‘doesn’t deliver’ in big games. Grealish laughed off Souness’ comments and questioned why the pundit continues […]

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Ireland are set to play two friendlies ahead of the World Cup. The Republic of Ireland will play Norway in a friendly in November, it has been announced. The FAI have confirmed details of two friendlies ahead of the World Cup, with Erling Haaland’s Norway due to play Ireland at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. The […]

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“I have pals who are Celtic fans and are condemning this so why aren’t the club?” Graeme Souness has questioned why Celtic have not condemned anti-monarchy displays by some of the club’s supporters. He also called out the fans for ‘damaging’ Celtic’s brand with their actions. Last Sunday, during the team’s 2-0 loss to St […]

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“Everyone must be on the same page.” Bruno Fernandes has been speaking about Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Erik ten Hag and explained the key difference between the two coaches. Solskjaer signed Fernandes for Manchester United in January 2020, and the Portugal midfielder was the Red Devils’ best player under the Norwegian coach. Bruno, however, was […]

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“It’s time we moved on.” Ange Postecoglou opted not to comment on anti-monarchy chants by some Celtic supporters during the team’s 2-0 loss to St Mirren on Sunday. Some Celtic fans at St Mirren Park chanted, ‘if you hate the Royal Family clap your hands’. They also held up a banner with the same slogan […]

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Collins was sent off for a flying tackle on Grealish. Nathan Collins apologised to Jack Grealish after he was sent off for a dangerous tackle on the Manchester City star. Collins received a red card for landing a heavy challenge on his opponent during Man City’s 3-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday. After 33 […]

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Uefa have opened proceedings against Celtic. Uefa have opened disciplinary proceedings against Celtic after some of their travelling supporters displayed an anti-monarchy banner during the club’s Champions League game against Shakhtar Donetsk. Rangers, however, have escaped punishment after they defied Uefa’s ban on playing the UK national anthem ahead of their 3-0 defeat to Napoli […]

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“There’s no personal problem with Michael.” Swansea City manager Russell Martin has said he is disappointed with Stephen Kenny’s comments about Michael Obafemi. The Republic of Ireland manager spoke about Obafemi’s recent issues with Swansea. The striker has been omitted from the Championship side’s starting XI over the last few weeks. The Ireland forward, 22, […]

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Ireland play two Nations League games this month. The Republic of Ireland squad to play Scotland and Armenia has been named. Stephen Kenny has selected a 24-man squad for the Uefa Nations League games. Robbie Brady has returned to squad for the first time since March 2021 following his impressive form for Preston North End. […]

3 years ago

Nunez could end up costing Liverpool €100m. Liverpool ‘broke’ their own rule regarding transfers when they signed Darwin Nunez, according to reports. The Reds signed Nunez from Benfica in a transfer worth a potential €100m ahead of the new season. The Uruguayan striker was targeted as a replacement for club legend Sadio Mane, who left […]

3 years ago

Dublin could host Champions League games next week. The Aviva Stadium could host Champions League matches next week following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, according to reports. The death of the 96-year-old British monarch is set to lead to a period of national mourning in the United Kingdom, which could last 10 days. The […]

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“We were not working as a team. That is why we lose games.” Jurgen Klopp was asked about his future as Liverpool manager after Napoli hammered the Reds 4-1 on Wednesday night. The Serie A side fully deserved their victory and could have scored more on an embarrassing evening for Liverpool. Following the game, Klopp […]

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Napoli 4-1 Liverpool. Napoli hammered Liverpool in the opening game of Group A in the Champions League on Wednesday night. The Serie A side recorded a 4-1 victory at the Diego Armando Maradona stadium and could have easily scored more in a dominant performance. Napoli were excellent, while Liverpool were dreadful, particularly in the first […]

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“That’s my belief.” Danny Murphy has said that Manchester United will struggle against ‘top’ teams if they start Christian Eriksen and Bruno Fernandes in midfield. Eriksen and Fernandes have starred for the Red Devils in recent weeks, helping Erik ten Hag’s team recover from a dreadful start to the season to record four wins in […]

3 years ago

Man United’s midfield is functioning again. Manchester United’s midfield has been a long-standing issue and one that predates the much-derided ‘McFred’ partnership that floundered under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ralf Rangnick. The Red Devils’ midfield has been a problem for over a decade. Yet, somehow, it appears that Erik ten Hag and Christian Eriksen have […]

3 years ago

“I never bothered about the plaudits, I was interested in the points.” Roy Keane refused to accept that Arsenal can take solace from their performance against Manchester United on Sunday. Man United beat the Gunners 3-1 at Old Trafford to record their fourth consecutive Premier League victory. Arsenal played well in the game, and remain […]

3 years ago

Man United made big changes to their squad this summer. Erik ten Hag has removed five Manchester United players from the first team dressing room, according to reports. The Red Devils coach reportedly made the decision in order to make room for the club’s new signings. Ten Hag moves five players out of Man United […]

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