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Last year
2025
Hurling
Seoirse Bulfin steps down as Westmeath hurling boss
10 Jun 2025
1.9k
0
Deja Vu
Rory McIlroy gets reminder of Masters glory with groupings for US Open
10 Jun 2025
2.3k
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to the point
The two words that have come to define Heimir Hallgrímsson's Ireland plan
Dara O’Shea explains the message the international boss is making clear to players ahead of World Cup qualifiers.
David Sneyd
9 Jun 2025
3.0k
4
Ouf of the traps
Shane Lowry tied for 13th at Canadian Open despite rousing start to final round
8 Jun 2025
2.5k
2
Details
A deal two years in making - How Brentford finally made it a smooth Liverpool exit for Kelleher
Inside story of how Republic of Ireland international became unanimous choice from shortlist of three for new No.1 at London club.
David Sneyd
8 Jun 2025
2.6k
1
what a story
Leinster Senior League to Republic of Ireland debut - 'Sacrifice as much as I did, you get the rewards'
7 Jun 2025
2.8k
4
Republic Of Ireland
Clear signs that Hallgrímsson's messages are coming through loud and clear for Ireland players
Stopping counter attacks and being quicker on and off the ball were cornerstones of spot-on gameplan.
David Sneyd
reports from Aviva Stadium
6 Jun 2025
2.3k
1
Pain Game
'There is a line... you know what you can play through and what you can’t'
After Ireland international John Egan opened up about injury regret, Jason Knight talks about coping with pain.
David Sneyd
4 Jun 2025
1.5k
0
Exit
Inter Milan confirm boss Simone Inzaghi is leaving the club
3 Jun 2025
3.3k
6
Safe Hands
Caoimhín Kelleher returns to Ireland training ahead of proposed €21.5m move from Liverpool
3 Jun 2025
1.7k
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Comeback
'He's a player of interest... a character that could help us' - Ireland boss open to James McClean return
1 Jun 2025
4.0k
3
all in the detail
Inside story of how Evan Ferguson and Liam Delap situation shaped transfer plans
Multiple sources lay out to The 42 the contrasting fortunes of two of Premier League’s best young strikers.
Chelsea and Brighton tension over loan deal in January
Manchester United's late approach for Ireland international
How FAI let Delap slip through net as a 15-year-old
David Sneyd
1 Jun 2025
5.0k
3
low bar
'He was awful, that's the worst I've seen Josh' - Shamrock Rovers star heads for Ireland duty on a low
31 May 2025
3.7k
4
nitty gritty
Former Premier League club and century-old institution fight for life in EFL
David Sneyd
31 May 2025
3.5k
1
Galway United earn a draw to end Shamrock Rovers' winning run at the top
Stalemate at Tallaght Stadium but Hoops remain six points clear going into mid-season break.
David Sneyd
reports from Tallaght Stadium
30 May 2025
1.2k
3
THE BEAT
Grounds for change in League of Ireland shines a light on anguish and joy in equal measure
Derry City’s new stand at the Ryan McBride Brandywell a perfect snapshot of how progress will help capture essence of game we love.
David Sneyd
30 May 2025
1.2k
1
STRAIGHT UP
'Well, he didn't say f*** off' - Ireland boss on talks with Chelsea-bound Liam Delap
Heimir Hallgrímsson says discussions have taken place but striker’s focus is on U21 Euros with England this summer.
David Sneyd
29 May 2025
4.2k
6
Weighing Things Up
Liam Scales insists Celtic will come back stronger after treble bid fails
25 May 2025
1.4k
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formula 2
Offaly native Alex Dunne eliminated after chaotic crash in Monaco
25 May 2025
5.2k
6
success
Robbie Keane leads Ferencváros to Hungarian league title
24 May 2025
9.1k
8
Cycling
Day of drama sees Tim Shoreman sprint to stage victory in Rás Tailteann
23 May 2025
958
1
filling in
Marc Canham deputy Shane Robinson named FAI interim technical director
19 May 2025
1.2k
2
having his say
Hallgrímsson wants Roy Keane to meet Ireland players as he ramps up World Cup mission
Ireland boss insists it’s important to maintain links with country’s legends as he opens up on range of topics.
Plans to meet former Man United captain for coffee
Says players must do their talking on the pitch, not social media
Warning about getting too much too soon and believing it's a 'God given right' to play
David Sneyd
18 May 2025
1.6k
2
thick and thin
Bohemians boss hails players for not turning on each other and reinvigorating season
17 May 2025
1.3k
1
irish toffees
Goodison Park's farewell and one Irish family's story of devotion through four generations
The Mackeys from Dublin have been Evertonians since the 1950s.
David Sneyd
17 May 2025
2.6k
0
One and done
No need for late, late drama as Bohemians beat nine-man Shelbourne
Dayle Rooney’s first-half penalty enough for 1-0 win as Mark Coyle and Ali Coote see red for champions.
David Sneyd
16 May 2025
1.5k
6
staying on
Moyes confirms Coleman will stay at Everton - 'It would be wrong of me to let him go'
16 May 2025
4.6k
7
THE BEAT
'I have that picture in my head' - Michael Duffy's dream of his son lifting the LOI trophy
Derry City’s local hero cannot escape the demands and expectations – even inside his own home.
David Sneyd
16 May 2025
1.2k
0
Soccer
RTÉ announce new two-year TV deal for FAI Cup
Updated 15 May 2025
1.4k
3
in the door
Cork City appoint Gerard Nash as new manager
15 May 2025
2.0k
1
Swimming
Wiffen and McSharry lead mix of proven and future Irish stars at World Championships
15 May 2025
1.0k
0
clear vision
Hallgrímsson wants to take Ireland on the one road to promised land of World Cup
It will be 24 years since Boys in Green featured in football’s biggest show as manager begins to plot the way forward.
David Sneyd
15 May 2025
1.1k
2
propped up
Ulster confirm signing of props Sam Crean and Rory McGuire
14 May 2025
4.9k
16
GAA
Leinster champions Louth to start All-Ireland campaign against Monaghan in Newbridge
14 May 2025
1.9k
5
Soccer
FAI head of women's football Hannah Dingley resigns after one year in job
14 May 2025
2.3k
1
Soccer
'We expect to go straight from the season into the World Cup' - Ireland boss sets positive tone
Heimir Hallgrímsson gives insight into thinking as he names squad for June friendlies with Senegal and Luxembourg.
David Sneyd
14 May 2025
1.4k
2
Soccer
Stephen Kenny says 'sportsmanship is a thing of the past' in League of Ireland
David Sneyd
14 May 2025
2.9k
3
League of Ireland
'You kind of need to earn your stripes first' - Shelbourne's Scottish midfielder on finding his voice
12 May 2025
896
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League of Ireland
'It has absolutely got out of control... everybody needs to keep schtum'
David Sneyd
10 May 2025
3.8k
0
CALLING IT A DAY
Tim Clancy resigns as Cork City manager - 'The decision to leave is mine and mine alone'
9 May 2025
3.2k
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