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2025
Soccer
Stephen Kenny says 'sportsmanship is a thing of the past' in League of Ireland
David Sneyd
14 May 2025
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League of Ireland
'You kind of need to earn your stripes first' - Shelbourne's Scottish midfielder on finding his voice
12 May 2025
896
0
League of Ireland
'It has absolutely got out of control... everybody needs to keep schtum'
David Sneyd
10 May 2025
3.9k
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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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More Drama
Shelbourne snatch stunning 90th-minute win over St Patrick's Athletic
Kerr McInroy struck decisive goal in 2-1 win at Tolka Park.
David Sneyd
reports from Tolka Park
9 May 2025
2.0k
9
THE BEAT
Five questions put to 20 League of Ireland clubs on wheelchair access
9 May 2025
809
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THE BEAT
Brotherly love and lifelong challenges for wheelchair users in League of Ireland
The 42 spent some time with Francis and Jimmy Genockey, and other Shamrock Rovers fans earlier this week.
David Sneyd
9 May 2025
1.6k
2
numbers dont lie
Phenomenal growth of summer football in Clare and Mayo shows FAI plan is worth trying
Increased participation for boys and girls over a period stretching back 30 years is strong counter argument to critics of aligned calendar season.
David Sneyd
8 May 2025
2.1k
1
limp exit
Mikel Arteta resorts to long-throw game on biggest night of his managerial career
David Sneyd
8 May 2025
1.7k
League of Ireland
FAI make Oireachtas presentations amid growing dissent over aligned calendar season
Key figures from the association met with around 90 TDs and Senators last week.
David Sneyd
6 May 2025
3.8k
2
League of Ireland
Kian Leavy keeping spirits up and Saints rising ahead of Derry City trip
5 May 2025
835
1
Healing Hands
Stephen Kenny hails medical team as 'stars of the show' for working wonders
3 May 2025
1.4k
1
League of Ireland
10-man St Patrick's Athletic hold firm in feisty Galway battle to top Premier Division
First-half goals from Kian Leavy and Zach Elbouzedi set the Saints up for a comfortabe night before Axel Sjoberg’s red card.
David Sneyd
reports from Richmond Park
2 May 2025
1.5k
4
THE BEAT
Shelbourne's moment of a lifetime will live on in hearts and minds, and passed on in song
As the champions return to Derry City tonight, The 42 tells the story of faith, despair and joy… and a bus that went on fire.
David Sneyd
2 May 2025
1.0k
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wing and a prayer
Harry Maguire channels Ryan Giggs and David Beckham in another act of improbability
Manchester United are on verge of Europa League final but have become living embodiment of every cliché about not looking beyond next game.
David Sneyd
2 May 2025
1.6k
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tough gig
'You could say it’s the impossible job' - Damien Duff on FAI search for new Chief Football Officer
Shelbourne boss says it would be “pretty small minded” to only consider Irish applicants as Marc Canham’s successor.
David Sneyd
26 Apr 2025
1.1k
0
League of Ireland
More drama as Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne show comeback spirit in 2-2 draw
Both sides held the lead on a dramatic night but couldn’t hold on as they remain locked on 19 points apiece.
David Sneyd
reports from Tallaght Stadium
25 Apr 2025
1.3k
2
THE BEAT
Landscape of Irish football has changed and Marc Canham's replacement must reflect that
League of Ireland will be to the fore of job specification for FAI’s chief football officer’s successor.
David Sneyd
25 Apr 2025
1.2k
2
League of Ireland
Shamrock Rovers recovering from shock to the system just as Shelbourne aim to inflict more pain
25 Apr 2025
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1
turning heads
'This is serious stuff' - Arsenal leading chase for teenage Rovers talent Ozhianvuna
24 Apr 2025
5.3k
4
having his say
'It’s important we all listen' - Stephen Bradley on Dermot Desmond's letter to Shamrock Rovers' members
Head coach also says members’ section have been “incredible” and are the “cornerstone” of the club.
David Sneyd
19 Apr 2025
2.1k
3
Foursome
St Pat's and Shamrock Rovers serve up four-goal cracker to share spoils
Lee Grace gave Hoops 2-1 lead on 87 minutes before Joe Redmond salvaged a draw in 91st minute.
David Sneyd
reports from Richmond Park
18 Apr 2025
1.4k
4
Rest In Peace
Bohemians announce death of club's greatest-ever manager Billy Young
18 Apr 2025
2.0k
2
THE BEAT
Dermot Desmond shines a spotlight behind the scenes at Shamrock Rovers
Explosive letter from minority owner brings back into focus tensions at Tallaght Stadium.
David Sneyd
18 Apr 2025
2.5k
1
Meeting
Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrímsson visits predecessor Stephen Kenny at St Pat's training
18 Apr 2025
1.9k
3
the theatre
Hope, redemption and chaos on historic night of agony and relief for Manchester United
Nature of mayhem left you desperately wanting more while simultaneously unable to cope with the level of farce.
David Sneyd
18 Apr 2025
1.4k
4
aligned plans
'It's time to get it done' - FAI steadfast on youth strategy as grassroots' row continues
17 Apr 2025
894
2
Golf
McIlroy's Masterpiece a distilled version of the tortuous process that will inspire generations
Sportspeople will be enthused by the agony and perseverance underpinning path to Masters’ victory.
David Sneyd
15 Apr 2025
2.8k
0
in the zone
Watching Bridgerton and Zootopia - How Rory McIlroy dragged himself back in mix for Masters glory
13 Apr 2025
2.1k
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masters 2025
'I'm not going to talk about Rory for 10 minutes. I'm trying to win the tournament as well'
13 Apr 2025
6.2k
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League of Ireland
Damien Duff hits back at 'awful' Roddy Collins comment about striker Mipo Odubeko
12 Apr 2025
6.8k
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making his point
Mipo Odubeko sprung from bench to snatch late win for Shels against Bohs
Damien Duff’s side move to third after striker scores first Premier Division goal of the season at Tolka Park.
David Sneyd
reports from Tolka Park
11 Apr 2025
1.2k
0
Exit
Shamrock Rovers CEO John Martin to leave club this August
11 Apr 2025
2.2k
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opening up
Shelbourne midfielder explains how therapy sessions helped overcome worst period of career
11 Apr 2025
1.1k
POTM
'We are a hungry side, a bit of a chip on the shoulder of a lot of our players'
10 Apr 2025
1.7k
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Progress
'We’re time critical'- FAI detail refined plans for €8m League of Ireland academy funding
Association says it will submit details to Government by August with aim of securing money in October’s Budget.
David Sneyd
9 Apr 2025
1.5k
4
League of Ireland
'The real edge for Shelbourne in a Dublin derby is against Bohs' - Duff eager for latest test
9 Apr 2025
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thrilling
Arsenal enthused and primed for history as Real Madrid essence is stripped away
Famous victory will feel life-affirming for fans and should prove equally determinative for a squad searching for glory.
David Sneyd
9 Apr 2025
1.3k
2
famous night
Declan Rice scores two sensational free-kicks as Arsenal take 3-0 lead over Real Madrid
15-times champions stunned at Emirates as Gunners close in on Champions League semi-final.
8 Apr 2025
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Tee Times
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry have Masters' pairings confirmed
8 Apr 2025
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