The comments come at an intriguing time after the GPA survey Jack O’Connor has revealed the secret behind David Clifford’s success in recent years. The Kerry man is regarded by many as the best footballer of this era, having won Footballer of the Year in 2022 and 2023, as well as making the All-Star team […]

11 months ago

House of Football is brought to you by Coca-Cola, official partner of the Premier League Another week of football means another episode of House of Football. Last week, we ranked the top ten Premier League players who are currently playing and under the age of 23. This week, we’re changing gears for a game of Guess Who. […]

11 months ago

It might not be long before he’s in an Ireland shirt Casper Gabriel is one of Leinster’s most promising youngsters, and for good reason. The 20-year-old impressed in Leinster A’s 26-26 draw with Munster A at the weekend, with his highlights reel including an outrageous behind-the-back pass, a brilliant finish from deep and several conversions. […]

11 months ago

Leinster players will be bruised after defeat by Munster Hugo Keenan says rival players forget about grudges quickly when they are on Ireland duty, and that players will be ‘laughing’ about recent battles at club level. Ireland are preparing for a trip to Chicago to face New Zealand on November 1st in the first of […]

11 months ago

Some really niche names here As Ireland prepare for a tough test in the Autumn Internationals, we’re bringing you a similarly difficult task, to name these 12 one-cap wonders. Ireland start the Autumn series in Chicago with a clash against New Zealand on Saturday, before hosting Japan (November 8), Australia (November 15) and South Africa […]

11 months ago

More famous faces from footballing past to test your brain The FootballJOE Pub Quiz is once again here to give you the quizzing boost you need. Here’s five faces from football past, just tell us who they are. These are the same questions that you’ll see some of the good folk at FootballJOE and special guests taking […]

11 months ago

If you are looking for the best betting sites in Ireland for 2025, then you’re in the right place, as we take a deep dive into what makes each betting site worthy of a place on this list. Whether you’re new to betting or just looking for a new bookmaker to sign up with, finding […]

11 months ago

While they may be rare, free bets no deposit offers are one of the best promotions you’ll find as a new punter. They are one of the most popular ways Irish bettors can try a new bookmaker without risking any of their own money. Matched bet offers are also a popular way to earn some […]

11 months ago

Discover the latest free bets and sign up offers from our Ireland bookmaker betting sites. To claim, simply click on your chosen free bet, where you will be redirected to the bookmaker’s site, and then create a new account with that bookie. This page contains commercial content and affiliate links. If you take up one […]

11 months ago

Liverpool haven’t had a 0-0 since December 2023 – 675 days ago! This page contains commercial content and affiliate links. If you take up one of the offers presented, Joe Media Group will receive a share of a commission payment. Read more here. It’s matchday three in the Champions League and Liverpool will want to return to winning […]

11 months ago

Over 3.5k players were surveyed on a number of topics, including pay and drug use Three-quarters of male GAA players believe inter-county managers should receive payment over and above expenses, a new report has found. The GAA are reportedly discussing a major change to the amateur nature of the sport. Currently, coaches and players are […]

11 months ago

Huge news in for Irish sport! In one of the biggest Irish sport stories of the year, Benjamin Richardson has applied to switch allegiances from South Africa to Ireland. The 21-year-old sprint star was born on these shores and holds dual citizenship. According to his agent, Jelle Broekhuisen, Athletics Ireland have submitted an application on […]

11 months ago

A big call. As mentioned by the Irish Examiner, a look at 10 senior county finals showed that out of the 20 sides, 13 were either manager or coached by someone from outside the club. The GAA’s National Games Development Committee are now looking at putting a halt to this trend by imposing measures on […]

11 months ago

This is where to watch Arsenal v Atletico Madrid on TV This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Arsenal fans will be able to watch their Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid free on Amazon Prime tonight. Amazon has secured the rights to a single Champions […]

11 months ago

He has had some rise. Peter Claffey may only be known to some hardcore Ireland rugby fans, but he will soon be a household name, and not for his sporting exploits. The big man from Connacht represented the Ireland in the 2016 U20s Six Nations, playing alongside the likes of Andrew Porter, James Ryan, Hugo […]

11 months ago

Here’s a round-up of this weekend’s biggest stories involving Irish players, which we’ll bring you every week. After the doom and gloom of the international break, there were some stand-out performances from Irish players across the leagues this weekend.  Troy Parrott – Ajax 0-2 AZ Alkmaar Troy Parrott was back in action for AZ Alkmaar this […]

11 months ago

He was very smug. There were few men happier than Simon Zebo, following Munster’s 31-14 domination of Leinster at Croke Park today. The former Ireland winger is never shy of letting his Munster favouritism show, while shoving the knife into his former club’s fierce rivals. This was no different today as he worked for Premier […]

11 months ago

It was some performance. With both sides close to full strength, it was Munster who took apart Leinster at Croke Park, winning out 31-14, with a performance that showed they are back among Europe’s elite. Andy Farrell’s Ireland squad caused a stir midweek among Munster supporters, who again were aggrieved that certain players from their […]

11 months ago

Breaking news Tipperary senior football manager Philly Ryan has died suddenly at the age of 56. Tipperary GAA released a statement on Saturday to say they are “deeply saddened” by the “very untimely death”. Ryan, who was appointed senior football manager for the 2025 season, won five county championships as a player, and represented Tipperary […]

11 months ago

He’s in hot water. Pundit, journalist, and barrister, Joe Brolly, is always the entertainer, even if it risks getting a few facts wrong. But it appears he went over board on a recent episode of the Free State podcast, which he hosts alongside journalist Dion Fanning. It was during a discussion on the Presidential election […]

11 months ago

Szmodics has previously said he’ll play anywhere for Ireland Ireland fans were surprised to see Sammie Szmodics in Ipswich’s starting XI to face Middlesbrough on Friday night having recently withdrawn from the national team due to injury. Szmodics played 67 minutes in Ipswich’s 2-1 defeat in the Championship, with eyebrows already raised before the international […]

11 months ago

Kelleher’s penalty-save percentage is way above average Caoimhin Kelleher has had an eventful 2025/26 season so far, with a move to Brentford as a starter, a penalty save from Cristiano Ronaldo, and a topsy-turvy World Cup Qualifying campaign with Ireland. The 26-year-old Corkman is establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s best goalkeepers, and […]

11 months ago

‘People were saying I should be shot’ James McClean has opened up on the death threats he received for not wearing a remembrance poppy, and puts some of the blame for the reaction on his former club. While playing for Sunderland in 2012, McClean decided not to wear a poppy, and has since never worn […]

11 months ago

The world’s biggest football league makes its return After two weeks of arduous wait, featuring international fixtures, the Premier League is finally back. The action all kicks off at 12.30pm as Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea take a trip to the City Ground to face up against a Nottingham Forest side who are desperate to register their […]

11 months ago

He made the comments on Thursday evening Sir Keir Starmer has responded to the decision by West Midlands Police to ban fans of Israeli football club Maccabi Tel Aviv from attending their upcoming fixture against Aston Villa in Birmingham. Earlier on Thursday evening, reports emerged that the police force had chosen to prohibit Israeli fans […]

11 months ago

This could spell the end for dodgy box users This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. A new move from Amazon might spell the end of those illegally streaming sport, movies and TV shows on dodgy boxes. As well as there being a major crackdown on […]

11 months ago

The driver was a close friend of Schumacher’s son A racing driver who is friends with Michael Schumacher’s son Mick has been accused of raping a nurse in the home of the F1 legend. The suspect has been named by prosecutors as Australian racer Joey Mawson, according to The Sun. The 29-year-old is alleged to […]

11 months ago

The former Arsenal youth player passed away last month Manchester United will look into making changes to the sides of the Old Trafford pitch, as part of plans aimed at avoiding risk of injury to players, according to The Sun. The Old Trafford pitch is surrounded on all sides by raised slopes, meaning that if […]

11 months ago

The nominations were announced on Wednesday night Despite his side finishing 15th in the Premier League last season, one of Man United’s young stars has been nominated for the 2025 Golden Boy award. The award is the most prestigious prize available to young footballers, and only those aged below 25 can be nominated. Alongside the […]

11 months ago

Keane also said partners receiving abuse should not go to the event Roy Keane has played down some of the abuse the European Ryder Cup players received in New York during their victory at Bethpage. European players were the target of abuse from American fans as they won their first away Ryder Cup since 2012, […]

11 months ago

The boxing great was found dead on September 14th Ricky Hatton’s cause of death has been confirmed as suicide, an inquest heard on Thursday morning. Coroner Alison Mutch announced the cause of death after an inquest was opened at South Manchester Coroners’ Court. She told the court that the boxing great was found unresponsive in […]

11 months ago

A few sad men today. Andy Farrell announced his 34-man Ireland squad today for the upcoming Autumn Nations Series against New Zealand, Japan, Australia, and South Africa. As is the norm withe Farrell squads, there are few surprises, while experience is held in the highest regard. Below we have picked out the five players most […]

11 months ago

They have been highly critical. Shane Ryan made headlines with his decision to take part in the first Enhanced Games next May. The competition will take place in Las Vegas, with athletes allowed to use performance enhancing drugs under the supervision of doctors. Ryan, who was born in the US before moving to Ireland in […]

11 months ago

‘Way better than I expected’ This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. If you’re looking to save some money on a gym membership, or you want to avoid exercising outdoors during winter, then this at-home workout product could be the perfect solution. Amazon has lowered the price […]

11 months ago

I think we all would… Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson gave a hilarious response when asked what kind of performance he wants to see from his team in Tuesday’s World Cup Qualifier against Armenia. Ireland lost 1-0 late on in Lisbon against Portugal on Saturday, and their qualification hopes hang by a thread as […]

11 months ago

The England legend described Mark Bellingham as the ‘most powerful man in English football’ One of the greatest players in English football history has publicly criticised the behaviour of Mark Bellingham, father and advocate for Jobe and Jude Bellingham. The Bellingham brothers are two of the best players in world football, with Jude, 22, a […]

11 months ago

Terrible scenes in Dublin on Saturday Bundesliga side Schalke have released a damning statement after footage emerged of violent scenes in Dublin before their friendly with Bohemians on Saturday. Footage showed Schalke ultras pushing over and kicking a photographer in the city centre as they marched through the streets of Dublin. Photographer Carly Clarke shared […]

11 months ago

So close but a proud performance. Check out our player ratings after Ireland were beaten by a Ruben Neves winner in the 91st minute at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon. Caoimhin Kelleher – 8.5 One of the great keeping performance’s in the nation’s history from Ireland’s best player, and one of the best penalty saves […]

11 months ago

Well said. Just days ago, the recently retired former Ireland captain, Peter O’Mahony, referred to Andy Farrell as a “complete coach”. It was the latest piece in the swathes of high praise that the Ireland head coach has received since reaching the upper echelons of his profession. The feeling of warmth he brings to his […]

11 months ago

RIP the ‘Voice of the Tour de France’ Eurosport presenter Guillaume Di Grazia has died after being hit at a bull-running festival in southern France. The 52-year-old, who was a legendary member of the Eurosport team for 26 years, was rushed to hospital after the incident and died two days later. According to The Sun, […]

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Ireland are back in action in November Irish rugby fans have slammed the price of tickets for Ireland’s upcoming Autumn Internationals in Dublin. Andy Farrell’s Ireland will face Japan, Australia and South Africa at the Aviva Stadium in November, after a clash with New Zealand in Chicago.  A small number of additional tickets were released […]

11 months ago

It’s believed to have been a targeted attack. Former UFC fighter , Suman Mokhtarian, has been shot dead. The ex-MMA fight was shot in a ‘brazen’ and ‘targeted’ daylight attack while taking an early evening walk, reports the Sydney Morning Herald. Mokhtarian was shot in the upper body and was unable to be revived by […]

11 months ago

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‘The best news I heard today’ Saudi Arabia’s “sports supremo” has claimed that Manchester United are in the process of completing a deal to bring in a new investor. Turki Alalshikh is best known as the figure behind the now globally renowned “Riyadh Season”, a six month festival of events that sees many of the […]

11 months ago

The Red Devils spent more than £200 million this summer alone Man United’s first team squad has a lower transfer value than a Premier League club that finished outside of the European places last season, according to renowned sport analysts the CIES Football Observatory. The Swiss-based analysts, base player valuations on each star’s market value […]

11 months ago

‘He’d create havoc… good havoc’ Roy Keane insists Ruben Amorim should get time at Manchester United, but if he was to be replaced, there is one man he’d pick off the shelf to sort the club out. Keane says Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone is the man to come in and create ‘good havoc’ at […]

11 months ago

Lacey has been rewarded for some stand-out performances Young Manchester United prospect Shea Lacey has been called up to train with he England senior squad by Thomas Tuchel. Lacey, 18, was born in Liverpool and is also eligible to play for Republic of Ireland. Following a series of stand-out performances for United Under-21s, Lacey was […]

11 months ago

BREAKING Former Wolves and Nottingham Forest striker Rafa Mir has been charged with violent sexual assault, as first reported by Spanish outlet Las Provincias. The 28-year-old Elche player was first arrested in September 2024 while on loan at Valencia. He is accused of allegedly assaulting a 21-year-old woman and will appear in court again on […]

11 months ago

Discover the best betting apps Ireland has to offer and enhance your sports betting with a faster, easier, and more rewarding experience. In this guide to the best sports betting apps, we help you find the top sportsbook apps tailored to your preferences, from generous welcome bonuses, competitive odds, the latest betting features, or a […]

11 months ago

‘Can do everything and more at a fraction of the price’ This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. A Samsung smartwatch that’s ‘exceptional’ compared to the Apple Watch has been given a big discount. It’s the Samsung Galaxy Fit3, which is 41% off as part of […]

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