The Irish midfielder is looking forward to testing himself against the world’s best. Ireland face perhaps the biggest test of Stephen Kenny’s reign on Monday night, as consecutive World Cup finalists France head to Dublin off the back an imperious 4-0 victory over the Netherlands. Whilst Irish fans may be fretting over the thought of […]

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The All Blacks are putting together a new coaching ticket for 2024. Former Munster and Ireland fly half Ronan O’Gara has addressed rumours that he may be set for his first taste of coaching at international level, with numerous reports this week linking him to a role with the All Blacks. O’Gara of course has […]

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The young German coach won’t be out of a job for long, it appears. Tottenham are reportedly interested in appointing Julian Nagelsmann as the North London club’s next head coach. Uncertainty has shrouded the future of Antonio Conte in recent weeks, following his disparaging comments about both the Spurs’ owners and players in the wake […]

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The iconic forward’s list of achievements just keeps on growing. Cristiano Ronaldo became the most-capped men’s international player of all time on Thursday night, as he made his 197th senior appearance for Portugal at the José Alvalade Stadium in Lisbon. Defeating minnows Liechtenstein 4-0 on the night, Portugal’s legendary number seven scored a second half […]

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A bold claim from the Manchester United captain. England and Manchester United centre half Harry Maguire has claimed that it would be a “failure” if Gareth Southgate’s England side did not go on to win Euro 2024. The 30-year-old defender made the daring statement in the aftermath of England’s opening Euro 2024 qualifying fixture, in […]

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The former Ireland manager offered Irish fans hope ahead of the France clash. France warmed up for their trip to the Aviva Stadium on Monday night with a resounding 4-0 win at home to the Netherlands in the opening fixture of their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign. With a brace from newly-appointed captain Kylian Mbappé following […]

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This group have been pivotal in steering Ireland to Six Nations glory. All eyes have been rightly fixed on the dynamic duo of Ireland head coach Andy Farrell and his captain Johnny Sexton since Saturday’s Grand Slam-clinching win over England. However, there are others toying away tirelessly in the background who deserve just as much […]

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An emotional night for the iconic number 10. Lionel Messi joined long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo in the select club of players to have scored 800 career goals. The forward scored in Argentina’s first game on home soil since winning the World Cup in Qatar. Argentina won the match 2-0 against Panama and Messi netted the […]

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Will it be another famous night at the Aviva Stadium? Back-to-back World Cup finalists, that is the test which awaits Stephen Kenny’s youthful Irish side on Monday night as they kick off their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign in the most difficult of fashions. Ireland have not qualified for a major tournament since Euro 2016, and […]

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A beacon of hope for Irish football. On the the night that Evan Ferguson announced himself on the international stage, by scoring after just 17 minutes, he not only secured his place in Stephen Kenny’s starting XI for the visit of France, but simultaneously caught the imagination of the Irish footballing public. Even in the […]

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What a coup for the Western province. Connacht Rugby have today announced the signing of Argentinian International winger, Santiago Cordero, on a two-year deal ahead of the 2023/2024 season. The capture of the 45-time-capped flyer is a statement of intent from the province, as they seek to add reinforcements to newly-appointed head coach Pete Wilkins’ […]

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In a lacklustre display, three players stood head and shoulders above the rest. Ireland claimed yet another unconvincing win over lesser ranked opposition on Wednesday night at a rain-stricken Aviva Stadium, ultimately overcoming Latvia 3-2. Stephen Kenny’s side raced into a two goal lead thanks to Callum O’Dowda’s sixth minute header which was followed by […]

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The epitome of an honorary Irishman. Whilst all eyes were on Johnny Sexton in the aftermath of Ireland’s historic Grand Slam victory over England on St. Patrick’s weekend, one can’t forget the impact which head coach Andy Farrell has had since arriving on these shores back in 2016. Initially brought in as defence coach under […]

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Conte appears to be on the brink following Spurs’ draw at Southampton. Tottenham Hotspur head coach Antonio Conte launched a furious tirade against his own club on Saturday following his side’s collapse at relegation-threatened Southampton. The north London club had built a commanding 3-1 lead at St. Mary’s, only for two late Saints’ goals to […]

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Steward’s red was a decisive moment in Ireland’s Grand Slam victory. England full back Freddie Steward was sent off by referee Jaco Peyper on the stroke of half time on Saturday, as a much-improved England side made Ireland sweat in the opening 40. Colliding with Ireland and Leinster full back Hugo Keenan, Steward’s elbow made […]

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A class act from a class player. Johnny Sexton waved goodbye to the Six Nations tournament on Saturday in the most fitting of fashions, sealing a second Grand Slam and a fourth championship title in a decade. Slotting big pressure kicks in typical Johnny Sexton style, the fly half led Ireland to a first ever […]

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The broadcaster has faced backlash from Irish viewers online. ITV has received a wave of criticism on social media following their decision to cut away from the live feed of Ireland’s historic Grand Slam win just prior to the trophy lift. A Johnny Sexton-led Irish team claimed just their fourth-ever Grand Slam title, and first […]

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A legacy like no other. As the sun begins to set on Johnny Sexton’s glittering career, there is little one can do but stand back and admire the unparalleled success achieved by the man who must now be considered this island’s greatest ever rugby player. It is a career which has packed a lifetime’s worth […]

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Paddy McCarthy is under consideration by the Eagles’ board to become their next manager. Former Ireland underage international Paddy McCarthy is set to take charge of Crystal Palace’s daunting trip to face table-topping Arsenal on Sunday afternoon. The 39-year-old had been coaching the South London club’s Under 21 side, but has been instated as interim […]

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The England captain was in disbelief with Jaco Peyper’s decision. England fly half and captain Owen Farrell was incredulous with referee Jaco Peyper following the South African’s brandishing of a red card to English full back Freddie Steward, during their defeat at the hands of Grand Slam winning Ireland. During Peyper’s explanation of the decision […]

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Freddie Steward received a controversial red card from Jaco Peyper. England full back Freddie Steward received a red card for an elbow to the head of his Irish counterpart Hugo Keenan on the stroke of half time as his English side seek to halt Ireland’s Grand Slam push. The incident happened at breakneck speed, with […]

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Another record-breaking achievement for the Ireland fly half. Ireland fly half Johnny Sexton broke old foe Ronan O’Gara’s long-standing Six Nations point scoring record in the first half of Ireland’s Grand Slam decider. Following what was an uncharacteristically slow start by Andy Farrell’s Irish side, England took an unexpected 6-0 lead after Owen Farrell dispatched […]

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A fascinating insight on one legend of the game from another. Johnny Sexton’s Six Nations career will draw to a close on Saturday evening at the Aviva Stadium, as Andy Farrell’s Ireland host the old enemy, England, in the Grand Slam decider. Having already steered Ireland to Grand Slam glory back in 2018, sealing what […]

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The Arsenal captain is leading the Gunners’ title charge. Former Arsenal and England player Paul Merson has declared Martin Odegaard the Premier League’s best midfielder in the aftermath of the Gunners’ 3-0 win at Craven Cottage on Sunday. Mikel Arteta’s table-topping Arsenal side romped home to a comfortable 3-0 victory over European hopefuls Fulham, extending […]

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Assessing the alternative options ahead of the visit of the French. Anticipation is building amongst Irish football fans ahead of the Ireland’s maiden Euro 2024 qualifying campaign fixture. The Boys in Green start their journey with a match against a star-studded France side at the Aviva Stadium. Ireland manager Stephen Kenny is set to name […]

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The Grand Slam dream lives to fight another day. Andy Farrell’s juggernaut Irish side claimed a hard-fought 22-7 victory over Scotland at Murrayfield, all but sealing the Triple Crown in the process. Mack Hansen was sensational, but he had plenty of help. Ireland’s fourth win of the tournament sets up a Grand Slam decider against […]

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The comments came off the back of England’s record-breaking defeat. Former Ireland and Ulster winger Andrew Trimble has lamented England’s terrible performance in their 53-10 loss at the hands of a scintillating French side, on Saturday. Speaking on Virgin Media in the aftermath of what was England’s heaviest ever Six Nations defeat, the 70-time-capped Irish […]

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The Bray boxer will bid to become a two-weight world champion. The drama surrounding Katie Taylor’s homecoming bout has ended, with it being confirmed that the lightweight champion will face off against Chantelle Cameron, at Dublin’s 3 Arena, on the 20th of May. Media speculation had been rife over the possibility of Taylor’s first ever […]

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A shocking revelation for football fans this afternoon. Match of the Day host and former England international, Gary Lineker, is set to “step back from presenting” the beloved football highlights show. NEW: BBC says that Gary Lineker is to "step back from presenting Match of the Day until agreement reached on social media." — Lewis […]

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Could Scotland’s greatest strength prove to be their greatest weakness? Andy Farrell’s Ireland side travel to the Scottish capital this weekend in search of a win which would leave them on the cusp of securing just a fourth ever Grand Slam title. Standing in their way are a Scotland team who have lit up this […]

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What Munster players can cause Andy Farrell further selection headaches? All eyes will be on Murrayfield this weekend as Andy Farrell’s Grand Slam chasing Ireland side travel to Edinburgh to face a resurgent Scotland team. Billy Holland will be eagerly tuning in, like the rest of us. However, quietly bubbling under the radar over the […]

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Another drama-filled weekend of League of Ireland action awaits. The last week of League of Ireland action was compelling, from red cards to post-match scuffles and halfway-line wonder strikes. There was a lot of action both on and off the park with the third and fourth rounds of fixtures being played back-to-back on both Friday […]

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The Spurs forward voiced his frustrations following the game. Richarlison has delivered a damning review of Tottenham Hotspur’s season. The Brazil forward also criticised his manager, Antonio Conte. Richarlison was speaking after Spurs crashed out of the Champions League against AC Milan. Tottenham lost the first leg 1-0 at the San Siro, and played out […]

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Positive news ahead of this month’s European Championship qualifiers. Celtic winger Mikey Johnston has decided to switch international allegiances from Scotland to the Republic of Ireland. His switch has received FIFA international clearance today, which means he will be available for selection for the Republic of Ireland ahead of the March fixtures against Latvia and […]

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Boldly going where no Irishman has gone before. Ireland defender Matt Doherty made La Liga history last night by becoming the first Irishman to line out for one of Spain’s ‘Big Three’ clubs. Replacing right back Marcos Llorente in the second half for Atlético Madrid in their league clash against Sevilla, the 31-year-old became the […]

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The Ireland manager has been impressed by Ferguson’s development. Stephen Kenny has praised Evan Ferguson ahead of the Republic of Ireland’s upcoming matches against Latvia and France. The Ireland manager is delighted with the recent form of Ferguson given the team’s perennial struggle to fill the goalscoring void left by Robbie Keane seven years ago. […]

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The greatest league in the world… Waterford FC say that they discovered an ‘opposition analyst’ from a rival team ‘hiding and filming’ their training session on Thursday. The club released a statement about the incident and said that they will report the alleged incident to the FAI. The Blues are set to face off against […]

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Forget Liverpool v Man United, this is the tie of the weekend. After what has been a challenging start to the season for this four-in-a-row chasing Shamrock Rovers side, manager Stephen Bradley is gearing up for what will be perhaps the biggest threat to his side’s domestic dominance over the past four seasons. That threat […]

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All eyes will be on Tallaght this Friday as Rovers search for a first win of the season. A title decider three games into the campaign? Not quite, but the magnitude of Shamrock Rovers hosting Derry City cannot be understated when it comes to predicting this year’s eventual League of Ireland winners. Last season’s FAI […]

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The most coveted job in rugby is up for grabs. It was announced this week that current All Blacks head coach Ian Foster will not reapply for the role following the conclusion of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Foster has held the position since 2019, when former head coach Steve Hansen stepped down in the […]

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Another captivating weekend awaits domestic football fans. Each passing match week brings with it an increased sense of intrigue and attention to the League of Ireland, with grounds set to be sold out across the division again this Friday. From red cards to handshake snubs and even rumours of a reported Premier League takeover bid, […]

3 years ago

The fight game is a ruthless business. The biggest name in British mixed martial arts, Darren Till, has been removed from the UFC’s roster following a run of five losses in his last six fights. Making his UFC debut in 2015, the Liverpool-born fighter rose through the ranks of MMA’s most widely-known organisation, defeating the […]

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There appears to be lots of interest in taking over at Oriel Park. English Championship side Hull City had looked set to take over League of Ireland side Dundalk following positive discussions earlier this week. However, it is now being reported by Matt Hughes of the Daily Mail that Premier League side Bournemouth are seeking […]

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The Italian head coach was singing Ireland’s praises. Italy have looked a side reborn in this year’s Six Nations championship, taking France to the buzzer on the opening weekend before a fine second half display at Twickenham a week later. Saturday’s clash in Rome was another showcasing of the exponential improvements made by the Azzurri, […]

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The former Irish international wasn’t impressed by England’s win in Cardiff. Anticipation is building amongst Irish rugby fans that a potential Grand Slam decider could be on the cards, when Ireland meet England on the final weekend of this year’s Six Nations. Although a victory over an expansive Scotland side is required first in the […]

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The Gunners marked the anniversary of the war in fitting fashion. Arsenal claimed a second successive victory on Saturday afternoon as they eased to a comfortable 1-0 win away to a feeble Leicester City side. Briefly extending their lead at the top of the table to five points prior to Manchester City’s demolition of relegation […]

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The five-try win was far from a five-star performance. Andy Farrell’s juggernaut Ireland side claimed a tenth successive victory on Saturday afternoon in Rome, beating out a spirited Italy 34-20. The Azzuri had not beaten Ireland since 2013, and many predicted a similar scoreline to last year’s 57-6 demolition. Yet, Kieran Crowley’s team delivered what […]

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Yet another injury concern for Ireland. Andy Farrell provided an injury update on Finlay Bealham after Ireland’s 34-20 victory over Italy in Rome on Saturday. Ireland solidified their place atop of the Six Nations championship with a win over a much-improved Italian side on Saturday, although the victory has come at a cost. Andy Farrell […]

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The prop joins the exclusive club of Ireland internationals to have played Super Rugby. Former Munster Rugby player John Ryan made his Super Rugby debut on Friday, as the Waikato Chiefs kicked off their season in style against defending champions Crusaders. The game in Christchurch contained heaps of the quintessential flair which the mere utterance […]

3 years ago

Garcia blames McIlroy for abandoning their friendship. Rory McIlroy has been one of LIV Golf’s most ardent critics, having just last week drawn praise for his stance over the Saudi-backed breakaway competition from former world number one Tiger Woods. However, speaking prior to this weekend’s maiden LIV Golf event of the season, Spaniard and former […]

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