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On The 42Premier League
Can this at least be a more enjoyable season of mediocrity for Manchester United?
On The 42gaff party
'It's just the nature of the beast. You can't expect to be on the same contract'
On The 42THE BEAT
New report shows average gambling turnover is €6.45 million per match in LOI Premier Division
Figures were supplied by Uefa to PFA Ireland as players’ body works with members to raise awareness.
On The 42Determined
Shamrock Rovers boss reveals Euro hero Rory Gaffney took pay cut to stay at club
Ruthless
Rory Gaffney masterclass powers Shamrock Rovers into Conference League play-off
Striker adds to redemption story with two goals as Hoops thrash Ballkani 4-0.
On The 42Grounds for Optimism
Boost for Shelbourne as Uefa approve Tolka Park for Conference League play-off
TensionStephen Bradley confirms Jack Byrne is not injured after deregistration for crucial Euro tie
ReactionShels boss wants wounded players to force Euro reaction - 'You turn that hurt into hunting'
turnaround
Absorbing drama as Rijeka score 90th-minute winner to dump Shelbourne out of Europa League
Joey O’Brien’s side scored 86th-minute penalty to level tie but will now play in Uefa Conference League play-off.
InterviewLessons learned after 20 years for Irish goalkeeper - 'You do what is best for your family'
THE BEAT
Low morale, fear of job cuts and desperate for funding - The FAI need a big win
With an appearance in front of an Oireachtas committee imminent, governing body also ramping up search for new Chief Football Officer.
League of IrelandRTÉ documentary highlights how Irish football's biggest issue doesn't discriminate
Drama
St Patrick's Athletic overcome scare in Estonia to keep European dream alive
Stephen Kenny’s side levelled through Joe Redmond in 91st minute before Jake Mulraney goal secured progress in extra-time.
On The 42Soccer
'You find out a lot about yourself in these games' - LOI sides face different battles in Europe
Exclusive
Summer soccer 'dead in the water' as FAI face revolt over aligned calendar
Board meeting next week set to see plans shelved due to pushback from grassroots.
Soccer'We're not making it easy for ourselves, that's for sure' - Stephen Kenny braced for battle in Estonia
Uefa conference league
Chris Forrester provides dramatic inspiration to give St Pat's slender lead over nine-man Kalju
Stephen Kenny’s side eventually made breakthrough to take 1-0 lead to Estonia for second leg next week.
On The 42Ruthless
Late Shelbourne collapse sees Qarabag take control of Champions League tie
Two goals inside last 10 minutes give Azeris 3-0 lead ahead of second leg next week.
On The 42Champions League
'That's why football is magic, man. Take a crack off them, see who's standing at the end of it'
Shelbourne boss Joey O’Brien relishing Qarabag tie on next stage of this season’s European adventure.
On The 42THE BEAT
Figures that show new generation of LOI stars could earn millions
Between rising wages and increased European bonuses, earning potential will sky rocket.
On The 42Soccer
Leavy and Melia lead the way as classy St Pat's march on in Europe
Stephen Kenny’s side just too good for Hegelmann with 3-0 aggregate victory.
ReactionShelbourne boss eyes European glory - 'We want to go and create more history by qualifying'
On The 42Soccer
Shelbourne keep their heads for Champions League triumph over Linfield
Ali Coote scores crucial goal in 1-1 draw as League of Ireland side progress to second qualifying round.
Crunch time
Romance and reality collide in Shelbourne's Champions League decider with Linfield
Tonight’s first-round qualifier is in the balance at Windsor Park after 1-0 win for League of Ireland side in Dublin.
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