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March

March 2026

League of Ireland

Derry City earn point away to St Pat's to ease pressure on boss Tiernan Lynch

Stalemate at Richmond Park also stops momentum for Stephen Kenny’s side after four wins on the spin.

David Sneyd

reports from Richmond Park

16 Mar

815

Soccer

'On ability, he's there or better than some of them that have already been capped'

14 Mar

3.2k

League of Ireland

Bohs love affair blossoms as Patrick Hickey scores late to break Galway hearts

Defender rose high in 87th-minute to net winner against his former club.

David Sneyd

reports from Dalymount Park

13 Mar

1.4k

belief

Brighton boss insists Evan Ferguson has future at club - 'He can have a big impact on our game'

13 Mar

1.1k

THE BEAT

The magic men who provide a jolt to every fan's spirit

Special players can change the course of destiny through talent and sheer force of will for their teams.

David Sneyd

13 Mar

769

Football

Adam Idah fitness boost ahead of World Cup play-off

12 Mar

2.1k

'verde good

Valverde's magic to be cherished as Real Madrid show up meek Man City

12 Mar

1.1k

IRISH IN THE EFL

Ogbene makes second appearance since November while Molumby scores for West Brom

11 Mar

2.4k

independent disciplinary committee

Oscar Jegou to miss France's Six Nations decider after four-week ban

11 Mar

2.6k

Didzy

In-form David McGoldrick could be a shock call-up for Czechia play-off

The 42 understands the veteran is among a number of attacking options under consideration amidst an injury crisis.

David Sneyd

11 Mar

12.9k

changing game

FAI in talks with GAA and IRFU about sharing facilities as part of new strategy

10 Mar

9.9k

Ref Justice

'He has to blow the whistle. It’s nonsense stuff. It costs us three points'

10 Mar

4.2k

All Square

More Tolka Park drama as Shelbourne throw away two-goal lead against Shamrock Rovers

Dublin rivals played out an entertaining 2-2 draw with class and chaos combining in Drumcondra.

David Sneyd

reports from Tolka Park

9 Mar

1.3k

Heat of battle

Midfield focus: A void to fill with Ireland's options limited for World Cup play-off

Part three of our series concludes with an assessment of the heartbeat of the team ahead of Prague test.

David Sneyd

9 Mar

2.3k

up front

Agony and ecstasy in attack: Ferguson out with Parrott to lead Ireland's World Cup hopes

In part two of our squad assessment ahead of the play-off, we look at the fallout to mounting injury problems.

David Sneyd

8 Mar

2.5k

Irish Eyes

Will Smallbone returns after almost five months out while Troy Parrott scores OG

Updated 7 Mar

3.3k

Golf

Back injury forces Rory McIlroy to withdraw from Arnold Palmer Invitational

7 Mar

1.4k

Blow

Evan Ferguson ruled out of Czechia play-off and could miss World Cup this summer

The 42 understands the Republic of Ireland international will have ankle surgery on Monday and will be out for remainder of the season.

David Sneyd

7 Mar

4.1k

On the rise

Shamrock Rovers' new star winning admirers as rivals are blown away

7 Mar

2.8k

2026 world cup playoff

Case for the defence: Ireland's foundations close to being set for World Cup play-off

In the first of a three-part series, we examine the options available and problems to be solved in the defensive department.

David Sneyd

7 Mar

2.0k

League of Ireland

Historic night for Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley ends with deserved win over Derry City

On the occasion of his 445th game in charge, Hoops boss saw Dylan Watts score from penalty spot after great work from teenager Adam Brennan.

David Sneyd

reports from Tallaght Stadium

6 Mar

3.5k

THE BEAT

Patience paying off for early pacesetters Bohemians but going the distance requires a relentless spirit

Alan Reynolds has come through a difficult period to breathe new life around Dalymount Park.

David Sneyd

6 Mar

968

joyful and triumphant

Stephen Kenny hoping Kian Leavy blossoms from rising star into lethal matchwinner

3 Mar

1.1k

League of Ireland

Better late than never for St Pat's as Kian Leavy magic breaks Galway hearts

John Caulfield’s 200th game in charge ends in defeat as Stephen Kenny’s side move up to second place.

David Sneyd

reports from Richmond Park

2 Mar

1.5k

February

February 2026

finding a home

Dalymount's glorious goodbye - 'I found a purpose, something that gives meaning to my life in Dublin'

Bohemians put on a show with fine 3-2 derby win over Shamrock Rovers as home fans begin to bid farewell.

David Sneyd

28 Feb

7.2k

made to sweat

Bohemians survive late Shamrock Rovers rally for frenetic 3-2 derby win

Champions cause a scare at Dalymount Park, but Alan Reynolds’ side go three points clear at top of Premier Division.

David Sneyd

reports from Dalymount Park

27 Feb

1.9k

Gesture

Drogheda United to pay full cost of flare damage to Oriel Park pitch

27 Feb

1.7k

League of Ireland

Shamrock Rovers say board learned 'detailed contents' of transfer agreements in August 2025

27 Feb

1.9k

THE BEAT

League of Ireland footballers put FAI to shame with moral clarity over Israel

This is a time for Irish football to stand for something much bigger and more important than itself or its own priorities and interests.

David Sneyd

27 Feb

1.9k

Moving On

Munster confirm departure date for senior coach Mike Prendergast

26 Feb

5.8k

Flares

Would such a 'plague upon their houses' be inflicted on rugby and GAA fans who use pyro?

Patrick O’Donovan’s Thatcherite language and assertions made about an entire community were deeply worrying.

David Sneyd

26 Feb

2.1k

Football Flares

Would such a 'plague upon their houses' be inflicted on rugby and GAA fans who use pyro?

The 42′s football writer assesses Patrick O’Donovan’s Thatcherite performance this week.

David Sneyd

The 42

26 Feb

23.1k

Support

FAI insist director of football 'acted in good faith' as Fifa review transfer agreements

25 Feb

2.9k

Nations League

'They have not threatened anything' - FAI CEO insists no Uefa pressure to play Israel

25 Feb

2.6k

Ready to go

Ireland will play Israel at Aviva Stadium in October, FAI confirm

There had been previous security concerns about the fixture.

25 Feb

4.2k

League of Ireland

Shamrock Rovers board meeting heard details of transfer agreement in February 2025

A Fifa review is ongoing following League of Ireland champions’ self-reporting last year.

David Sneyd

24 Feb

14.1k

damage

'We're all devastated by how it looks. This has nothing to do with football. It just can't happen again'

24 Feb

2.1k

Resolve

Dundalk finally have a late late show to savour with draw at Shamrock Rovers

Danny Mullen rifled home from close range on 90 minutes after Roberto Lopes had given champions the lead.

David Sneyd

reports from Tallaght Stadium

23 Feb

1.6k

IRISH IN ACTION

Megan Connolly's Italian comeback continues as Amber Barrett scores again for Strasbourg

21 Feb

1.0k

League of Ireland

Drogheda fans face prospect of stadium ban for next away game over flare damage

21 Feb

4.1k