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among the people
The perils of watching England in the World Cup with Scotland fans in an Irish pub
The 42 braves downtown Boston in the name of enlightenment and friendship.
David Sneyd
in Boston
9 hrs ago
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Yesterday
17th June 2026
Soccer
The 24 hours that sum up the emotion and stardust of this World Cup
Three of the greats deliver more magic as stories from the fringes also take centre stage.
David Sneyd
reports from Boston
17 Jun
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no mercy
The beast is alive at the World Cup! Erling Haaland double helps Norway ease past Iraq
Striker’s debut on the biggest stage of all sets a marker down for more to come this summer.
David Sneyd
reports from Boston Stadium
17 Jun
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This week
14th June 2026 - 18th June 2026
Family Fortunes
'It is a history that will remain forever' - Pico Lopes' parents speak of pride at World Cup heroics
Along with younger brother Jacques, Carlos and Judy Lopes reflect on emotions of Monday’s 0-0 draw with Spain.
David Sneyd
reports from Atlanta
16 Jun
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2026 world cup
Inside Pico Lopes' day of glory with Cape Verde: Ray Houghton embrace and video call with Shamrock Rovers' teammates
Cape Verde defender describes to The 42 the emotions of drawing 0-0 with Spain.
David Sneyd
reports from Atlanta Stadium
15 Jun
3.0k
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History Boys
Dubliner Pico Lopes helps Cape Verde stun Spain with 0-0 draw in World Cup opener
Shamrock Rovers centre back at the beating heart of one of tournament’s greatest ever underdog stories.
David Sneyd
reports from Atlanta Stadium
15 Jun
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dream coming true
The Dubliner at the World Cup: Pico Lopes' journey of a lifetime with Cape Verde
The 42 meets defender’s wife and family ahead of Spain game as they prepare for 30-foot campervan trip around America.
15 Jun
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Interview
Meet the college dropout who slept in tents and hitchhiked his way to play at the World Cup
15 Jun
216
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together
The power of a Mexican GAA club: 'I never heard about Gaelic football and now it’s part of my community'
15 Jun
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dream coming true
Dubliner Pico Lopes' journey of a lifetime to World Cup with Cape Verde
The 42 meets defender’s wife and family ahead of Spain game as they prepare for 30-foot campervan trip around America.
David Sneyd
reports from Atlanta
15 Jun
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together
The power of a Mexican GAA club: 'I never heard about Gaelic football and now it’s part of my community'
In a city that can chew you up and spit you out, Los San Patricios provides connection in Mexico City.
David Sneyd
reports from Mexico City
14 Jun
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Last week
7th June 2026 - 13th June 2026
together
History of United States allows for celebration to pierce the sense of fear
A week in Mexico stirred the spirit of this World Cup. The hope is that will be a sign of things to come.
David Sneyd
reports from Atlanta
13 Jun
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process
The behind-the-scenes story of why Brentford chose Damien Duff
The former Ireland international has been appointed as the Bees’ new assistant manager.
12 Jun
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leaf out of his book
Meet the college dropout who slept in tents and hitchhiked his way to play at the World Cup
Ahead of co-hosts Canada’s opening game tonight, Jamie Lowery tells The 42 about his remarkable journey to play at Mexico 86.
David Sneyd
12 Jun
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Glorious
World Cup opens with a story of angels and demons as Mexico put on a show
Hosts claim 2-0 win over South Africa in front of a delirious Azteca with three red cards shared for good measure.
David Sneyd
reports from Azteca Stadium, Mexico City.
11 Jun
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Gianni Infantino
'We could make $30bn': Fifa's president rounds on World Cup critics on eve of tournament (again)
David Sneyd
reports from the Azteca Stadium, Mexico City.
11 Jun
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time for action
This World Cup needs the magic of the Azteca to act as catalyst for its salvation
The 2026 edition gets underway when co-hosts Mexico take on South Africa in Group A.
David Sneyd
reports from Azteca Stadium, Mexico City.
11 Jun
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Centre stage
Fifa president says fans should be happy to watch World Cup for free on TV - 'We could make $30bn'
Gianni Infantino delivers another self-serving address on eve of tournament getting underway.
David Sneyd
reports from the Azteca Stadium, Mexico City.
10 Jun
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Soccer
Civil rights group calls on Fifa to stand firm against ICE agents at World Cup
10 Jun
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on the ground
Mexico City gripped by protests and blockades with World Cup about to get underway
In a city where it feels like the walls are closing in, Fifa president Gianni Infantino takes centre stage acting like a man without a care in the world.
David Sneyd
reports from Mexico City
10 Jun
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Getting closer
A love letter and a lament to football on the eve of the World Cup
For most of us, the game is a daily, weekly, ritual that blends into one so as to feel eternal.
David Sneyd
9 Jun
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viewing guide
World Cup on the TV: Pundits, commentators, referee experts and food aficionados
8 Jun
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all for one and one for all
Meet the World Cup Freemasons: 'We are a group based on trust. Profiteering is not allowed'
The 42 speaks to some of the fans from around the globe who are in football’s most coveted circle.
8 Jun
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2026 world cup
Meet the World Cup Freemasons: 'We are a group based on trust. Profiteering is not allowed'
The 42 speaks to some of the fans from around the globe who are in football’s most coveted circle.
David Sneyd
7 Jun
2.4k
2
This month
June 2026
Rest In Peace
Cork GAA great Denis Coughlan passes away aged 80
5 Jun
2.8k
3
Nations League
FAI board to meet this evening to discuss options for Ireland-Israel fixtures
4 Jun
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bring it on
Seven days to go – here are seven World Cup storylines to look out for
4 Jun
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0
Soccer
World Cup on the box: Pundits, commentators, referee experts and food aficionados
3 Jun
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Last month
May 2026
Soccer
Owen Elding commits to Ireland despite England interest: 'It'd be a dream to put on a green shirt'
31 May
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Double act
Donald Trump, Gianni Infantino and the Greed is Good World Cup
Ahead of the opening game on 11 June in Mexico City, controversies range from human rights abuses to price gouging.
David Sneyd
30 May
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2
Show of faith
16-year-old Josh O'Dwyer to join senior Ireland squad alongside Kian Leavy of St Pat's
30 May
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League of Ireland
Shamrock Rovers show brilliance and resolve to send St Pat's packing
Graham Burke scores stunning goal to reinforce the Hoops’ place at the top of the table.
David Sneyd
reports from Tallaght Stadium
29 May
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Protest
FAI EGM on Israel boycott moves closer as General Assembly backs move
29 May
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5
THE BEAT
Could Coleman keep Ireland career alive by becoming the LOI's Marquinhos?
29 May
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Reaction
Heimir Hallgrímsson accepts Israel protests and hails focus of players
28 May
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Soccer
Ireland friendly with Qatar disrupted twice by protesters urging a boycott of Israel games
Updated 28 May
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Job Done
Bittersweet night for Ireland with red cards, debuts and protests during win over Qatar
Nathan Collins scores the only goal of the game in 1-0 victory at Aviva Stadium.
David Sneyd
reports from Aviva Stadium
28 May
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Preview
Ireland's Qatar friendly a sideshow in a week dominated by talk of Israel boycott
Everything could have felt so different for Heimir Hallgrímsson and his players had World Cup qualification been secured.
David Sneyd
28 May
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Stance
FAI's General Assembly preparing motion to boycott Israel games
In a letter seen by The 42, members are asked to compel the governing body to convene an Extraordinary General Meeting.
David Sneyd
27 May
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Republic Of Ireland
'We are not the bad guys': Ireland boss urges support for team rather than protest Israel games
David Sneyd
reports from Abbotstown
27 May
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