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From The Score Ciao

Kalou, Bosingwa set for Chelsea exit

2 hours ago 90 Views 1 Comment

With striker Didier Drogba’s exit confirmed, the European champions look set to release both Kalou and Bosingwa.

From The Score Merry-go-round

Wigan chief Whelan sets Martinez deadline

5 hours ago 155 Views No Comments

The Spaniard remains a leading contender for the Liverpool job and has held talks with the Anfield club.

From The Score Cyber

That’s not cricket, KP: Pietersen fined for Twitter rant

8 hours ago 131 Views No Comments

The batting star vented his views on one of Sky Sports’ Test match commentators.

From The Score Euro 2012

I’ll play it cool at the Euros, Mario Balotelli warns Ireland

9 hours ago 2,442 Views 5 Comments

The Manchester City striker says next month’s tournament is the ‘chance of a lifetime’ for him.

From The Score Golf

Luke Donald craves maiden Major title

12 hours ago 60 Views No Comments

Despite his success on the PGA and European Tours, a Major victory continues to elude the 34-year-old.

# news - Yesterday’s News

From The Score Golf

Westwood aims to atone for costly error

23 hours ago 185 Views No Comments

The Englishman missed a glorious chance to win last year’s BMW PGA Championship, remember?

From The Score Euro 2012

Wish you were here! Spain arrive in Austria ahead of Euros

Yesterday, 3:05 PM 197 Views No Comments

Real Madrid trio Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos and Xabi Alonso were among the big names present in Schruns in the west of Austria. We’re not scared.

From The Score Global Football

Mourinho delighted with contract extension

Yesterday, 10:21 AM 99 Views No Comments

“I feel happy. If I was not, I would not have signed this agreement,” he said after penning the new deal.

# news - Tuesday 22 May, 2012

From The Score La Liga

Ronaldo says Real are better than Barca; do you agree?

Yesterday, 7:58 PM 400 Views 1 Comment

“I’m not the one who decides whether I deserve the Ballon d’Or,” says CR7 through gritted teeth.

From The Score NET LOSS

Kim Clijsters to retire after US Open

Yesterday, 7:49 PM 117 Views No Comments

Clijsters first retired in May 2007 and gave birth to daughter Jada Ellie before returning to the sport in 2009 to win at Flushing Meadow.

From The Score Out Of The Blue

Owen Hargreaves released by Manchester City

Yesterday, 7:36 PM 494 Views No Comments

The former England international moved to Etihad Stadium in August last year after his contract at rivals Manchester United expired.

From The Score Euro 2012

Spain sharp-shooter David Villa close to return to action, says Pique

Tue, 5:14 PM 178 Views No Comments

The Barcelona could make it back for the Copa del Rey final on Friday… and Vicente del Bosque’s Euro 2012 squad, Ireland fans.

From The Score Fast Forward

Bolt aiming for 9.40 seconds in London this summer

Tue, 3:54 PM 294 Views No Comments

“To run 9.40 would be a great feat so I’m definitely going to push myself to do my best and if 9.40 is possible, I’ll be the one to do it.”

From The Score So Long

Didier Drogba confirms Chelsea exit

Tue, 3:47 PM 512 Views 5 Comments

If you’re going to go out, you might as well go out by winning the Champions League final with a penalty.

From The Score Real Deal

Jose Mourinho extends Real Madrid stay

Tue, 3:04 PM 163 Views No Comments

Mourinho’s previous agreement was due to expire in 2014, and the Portuguese manager has ended speculation about his future by inking a two-year extension.

From The Score Boxing

No retirement plans for Klitschko brothers

Tue, 2:54 PM 192 Views 1 Comment

The brothers, who both made their professional debuts in 1996, were in London for the release of a new biopic that offers a close insight into their lives.

From The Score F1

Ferrari chief wants more from struggling Massa

Tue, 12:11 PM 117 Views No Comments

In a Formula One season that has seen five different drivers win in the opening rounds, the under-fire Brazilian has finished inside the top 10 just once.

# news - Sunday 20 May, 2012

From The Score Hot Seat

Chelsea set manager deadline of 18 June

Sun, 4:38 PM 374 Views 2 Comments

Roberto di Matteo is ‘in the mix’ after last night’s stunning Champions League final victory in Munich. And the FA Cup too, of course.

From The Score The Hangover

Bitter skipper Lahm optimistic for Bayern

Sun, 4:17 PM 628 Views No Comments

“The team which played better lost and, because of that, the defeat really hurts. There’s a complete emptiness in all of us,” said goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.

From The Score Gracious

‘They deserved it’ — Heynckes applauds Chelsea

Sun, 2:53 PM 351 Views No Comments

The Bayern Munich boss was magnanimous after a penalty shoot-out defesat that’s going to hurt for a long time to come.

From The Score Champions

‘Proud’ Joe Schmidt praises cup-winning Leinster

Sun, 2:34 PM 2,854 Views 15 Comments

The New Zealander saw his side claim a third European title in four years in London yesterday.

From The Score Comeback

Vidic heads to Spain for treatment

Sun, 2:23 PM 408 Views No Comments

“He’ll miss the summer tour but hopefully will be ready for the start of the season,” Fergie says.

From The Score Job Done

Fernando Torres hails dramatic Chelsea triumph

Sun, 12:00 PM 141 Views No Comments

“Tonight we failed to attack. We only did so in the last 10 minutes, after conceding the goal, and we should have shown greater attacking intent.”

# news - Saturday 19 May, 2012

From The Daily Edge Not The News

Here is the week’s news… skewed

Sat, 6:00 PM 2,028 Views 4 Comments

BREAKING via The Mire wire: The Government’s You Retire, We Rehire policy; Israel to take on Ireland; the second referendum that won’t happen will be held on 22 June.

# news - Friday 18 May, 2012

From The Score NFL

Suspended linebacker files defamation lawsuit against NFL boss

Fri, 11:45 AM 127 Views No Comments

Jonathon Vilma was suspended for the entire 2012 season for his role in the Saints’ ‘bounty’ scandal.

From The Score So Long

Dalglish thanks Liverpool fans for support after Anfield exit

Fri, 10:12 AM 146 Views 1 Comment

“Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You’ll never walk alone and I never have,” he wrote.

From The Score F1

Button puzzled by sluggish showing

Fri, 8:15 AM 75 Views 1 Comment

“The most important thing is to understand why I didn’t have any pace over the weekend on low and high fuel.”

# news - Thursday 17 May, 2012

From The Score Fitness Test

Sam Warburton close to Wales return

17/05/12 146 Views No Comments

Welsh skipper has been sidelined since March after injuring a nerve in his shoulder in a game against France.

From The Score NEXT EPISODE

Didier Drogba eyes redemption in Munich

17/05/12 185 Views 2 Comments

The striker believes a win on Saturday would be the perfect way to forget what happened four years ago in Moscow.

From The Score Young Gun

More bad news as Jack Wilshere faces knee surgery

17/05/12 205 Views 1 Comment

Wilshere missed the entirety of the 2011/12 season due to an injury to his right ankle.

From The Score Euro 2012

References required: Kenny Dalglish reassured Hodgson on Carroll

17/05/12 299 Views No Comments

Fabio Capello criticised Carroll’s lifestyle, suggesting the ex-Newcastle United striker needed to drink less.

From The Score F1

Webber enjoying unpredictable season

17/05/12 54 Views No Comments

The 2012 season has so far been one of the most unpredictable in years with five different winners in the opening five races.

From The Score Curtains

Michael Owen to leave Manchester United, take a holiday

17/05/12 394 Views 5 Comments

Alex Ferguson has decided against offering the striker a contract extension after three years at Old Trafford, Owen has confirmed today.

From The Score Holiday

Carrick ruled himself out of England squad

17/05/12 402 Views 1 Comment

“I wouldn’t dream of putting Michael on a standby list after he has made it clear in the past he doesn’t want to be involved like that,” Hodgson said.

From The Score Hot Seat

Roberto Martinez tipped to replace Dalglish

17/05/12 521 Views 11 Comments

Owner John Henry and chairman Tom Werner had been leaning towards sacking Dalglish for several weeks and have been considering potential replacements.

# news - Wednesday 16 May, 2012

From The Score Bad Egg

Round two: Joey Barton to fight Kompany charge

16/05/12 446 Views 1 Comment

QPR midfielder has accepted an FA charge after he kicked Man City’s Sergio Aguero. But he’s vowed to fight another.

From The Score Case For Defence

Hodgson defends decision to include Terry over Ferdinand

16/05/12 422 Views No Comments

“If you take the court case, he is an innocent man until proven guilty,” Hodgson said of the Chelsea centre half.

From The Score Futureproof

Shearer tips big-spending Manchester City to rule Premier League for years to come

16/05/12 227 Views No Comments

Top, top analysis Alan.

From The Score Finale

Gary Cahill vows to be fit for Champions League decider

16/05/12 102 Views 2 Comments

Chelsea centre-half returned to squad training with the Blues yesterday ahead of the trip to Munich.

From The Score Summer Sales

Bad news, Spurs fans; Luka Modric is eyeing the door again

16/05/12 341 Views No Comments

The Croatia midfielder will make a decision after the European Championships, he says.

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Poll: Are you satisfied with your quality of life?

Poll: Are you satisfied with your quality of life?

A NEW REPORT from the OECD has suggested people living in Ireland have some of the best lives in the world, with Ireland among the top countries in its Better Life Index.

The index finds that life expectancy, low pollution, positive experiences and a healthy work-life balance are among the factors that contribute to happy lives in Ireland.

It did note, however, that the gap between the rich and poor is wider in Ireland than elsewhere, while the gender gap in educational performance is also larger than average.

Today we’re simply wondering whether (assuming you live in Ireland) you’re satisfied with your quality of life.


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