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2025
On The 42Ireland WNT
Brosnan the big doubt as Ward prepares to name Ireland squad for Belgium playoff
Women's Premier DivisionAthlone lift title in style as retiring legends sign off with goals on thrilling final day
club gaa wrapBallina Stephenites to defend Mayo title against Westport, Rathmore knock East Kerry out
Women's Premier DivisionJohn Sullivan confirmed as Athlone manager, former captain Ryan lands Treaty job
laurie ryan
'You're so proud watching': Athlone's former captain on league win, motherhood and club GAA return
Clare dual star Laurie Ryan tells The 42 about a very different season.
Ladies FootballKilmacud Crokes edge St Sylvester's again to win fourth Dublin senior title in a row
Ireland Squad
Coleman and Egan return as Parrott included for Portugal and Armenia qualifiers
Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrímsson has named a 24-man squad.
Women's Premier Division
Rivalry, quality, title decider: Why you should watch Shelbourne v Athlone
Or even better – go to Tolka Park this evening.
Hoggie
Cork legend Patrick Horgan retires from inter-county hurling
‘I have worn the red jersey for 18 years and it has been the privilege of my life to represent the people of Cork.’
Luck of the DrawLoughmore-Castleiney face repeat of 2024 decider in Tipperary senior hurling quarter-finals
Euro Vision
'Home away from home': The Irish duo flying the flag at Glasgow City
Emily Whelan and Erin McLaughlin made a happy return to Ireland this week.
On The 42Pride of the Midlands
'Now that we've had a taste of it, we want to be there again' - Athlone pride after European adventure
The Midlanders’ historic campaign came to an end last night.
Match Report
Athlone's European run ends after another 3-0 defeat to Glasgow City
Ireland international Emily Whelan was on target for the visitors in Lissywollen.
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