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How day of drama unfolded: Dundalk live on but club's future still uncertain
From FAI preparing for club going into liquidation to John Temple emerging as preferred buyer, with talks planned with more investors today.
On The 42dutch of class
Sharp, thrilling and vulnerable: Cody Gakpo latest to shine in Arne Slot era
Dutch forward puts on starring performance in comfortable 3-1 win away to AC Milan.
On The 42League of Ireland
Dundalk confirm deal to rescue club has been completed
The 42 understands a figure in the region of €3 million is required to clear all debts and put club on sustainable footing.
lethal
Gabriel's power play shows Arsenal have their eyes on the prize again
Defender’s stunning header summed up difference between sides as Gunners beat Spurs 1-0 in North London derby.
salvation needed
Dundalk's chaos years: From offering €20m to run Aviva Stadium to a GoFundMe to survive
Despite Europa League group stage football twice since 2016, the League of Ireland club are in dire straits and need investment to see out the season.
On The 42Premier League
Arsenal on for rare derby hat-trick that will feel more precious without midfield heartbeat
New narrative
We were always told the players weren't good enough, but now they don't care either?
A new, worrying narrative has built up around the floundering Ireland squad desperately short of belief.
Frustration
Old habits die hard as fans vent on dispiriting night
Boos at full-time and jeers for Will Smallbone make this a fresh start with plenty of problems to overcome.
video review
Hallgrímsson pinpoints changes for Greece as Ireland's weaknesses exposed in first goal
Roles of Adam Idah, Will Smallbone and Matt Doherty in England’s opener highlight need to be more proactive.
League of Ireland
Bitter feud adds spice to Damien Duff's double dream with Shelbourne
Clash between Shelbourne boss and Bohs rival Alan Reynolds seems timely given release of new book from club legend.
On The 42Ireland v England
'Irish people pride themselves on being hard-working. That runs deep in our core'
On The 42kid at heart
A Roy Keane mentality and a heart of gold: Why Sammie Szmodics is exactly what Ireland need
Former managers and those who know forward inside out explain his rise has come at best possible time for the Boys in Green.
setting standards
The Ireland mantra is simple: it's clean sheets, stupid
Simple messages on and off the pitch as boss Heimir Hallgrímsson prepares his players for England clash on Saturday.
build up
John O'Shea not interested in Rice and Grealish sideshow: 'We can't keep talking about it'
Republic of Ireland’s preparations continued today as full squad trains before Nations League opener with England on Saturday.
Dutch Gold
Arne Slot sets the bar for life after Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool cruise at Old Trafford
Casemiro’s first-half horror show gives Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag more cause for concern.
Analysis
The TV figures that prove an obligation to show League of Ireland clubs
EU regulations are clear on free-to-air criteria as growth on and off pitch provides cause for optimism.
On The 42FAI
Ireland U21 boss expects Andrew Moran to make senior mark - 'He’ll certainly win a lot of caps'
New Era
Hallgrimsson and O'Shea united on 'perfect recipe' to change Ireland's fortunes
New manager is excited by the prospect of Sammie Szmodics and bringing characters to the fore.
On The 42Report
PAOK send Shamrock Rovers into Conference League after play-off stroll
Greek champions prove too good over two legs in this Europa League encounter.
On The 42duo
'I think we can be a bad cop or good cop' - New Ireland management getting up to speed
Heimir Hallgrimsson and John O’Shea set their stall out before start of Nations League campaign.
On The 42Comeback
Jack Byrne learning to be a footballer again: 'I’m not stupid. It’s not just going to flick on overnight'
Shamrock Rovers midfielder hoping to get clear run of injury at crucial stage of season at home and in Europe.
out of reach
Istanbul proves a test too far as brave St Pat's miss out on Conference League
Two second half goals enough for Turkish side to end Stephen Kenny’s aim of making history with League of Ireland club.
On The 42League of Ireland
Shamrock Rovers boss urges FAI to consider extending Premier Division season
On The 42Preview
Stephen Kenny's enthralling story 90 minutes away from latest historic chapter
“What we don’t do is underestimate ourselves,” – St Patrick’s Athletic manager defiant ahead of winner-takes-all Uefa Conference League play-off in Istanbul.
On The 42carabao cup
Cork teenager scores first Brighton goal as Ferguson, Coleman and O'Brien give Ireland boost
build up
St Pat’s must find 'flow state' of mind ahead of historic Euro tie
Injury and an impressive cameo off the bench gives Kian Leavy chance to shine on play-off stage tomorrow.
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