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Soccer

March
March 2026
Jim Ratcliffe refuses to be drawn on Michael Carrick's future
Guardiola slams criticism after being 'massacred' for Champions League selection
'On ability, he's there or better than some of them that have already been capped'
Absent XI: The Ireland team unlikely to face Czechia
Poll: Who will win the 2026 League of Ireland Women's Premier Division?
'I felt sad for a long time with Ireland... but hopefully we are beginning to change that now'
Shamrock Rovers overcome struggling Sligo
Five-star Dundalk earn first league win in emphatic style
Late goal sees off Longford as Cork get back to winning ways
Shelbourne climb up to fourth as Derry City hit third defeat in six Premier Division games
St Pat’s come from behind to dismantle Drogheda
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.
Igor Tudor's rallying call to Spurs' players - 'You can stay and cry or you can fight'
Brighton boss insists Evan Ferguson has future at club - 'He can have a big impact on our game'
Chelsea captain Reece James signs new contract to stay at club until 2032
Athlone chase historic three-peat as 2026 Women's Premier Division kicks off
The 42 previews the new season, which gets underway on Saturday afternoon.
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.
Playing in Trump’s World Cup would be a dubious honour - but Ireland can still dare to dream
Forest beaten, Palace held, while Robbie Keane's Ferencvaros take big step towards quarters
Ollie Watkins' header gives Aston Villa advantage over Lille
Troy Parrott's brilliant brace fires AZ to first-leg victory over Sparta Prague
The Ireland striker produced two wonderful finishes, including a late winner, as AZ earned a 2-1 advantage.
Adam Idah fitness boost ahead of World Cup play-off
'Absolutely stunned that this game exists'
Trump says Iran shouldn't come to World Cup for 'own life and safety'
Denise O'Sullivan injury not 'as serious as initially feared' in another positive update
Chelsea's Pedro Neto apologises for pushing ball boy during loss to PSG
Man City 'not much' of a chance at Real Madrid comeback but must try - Pep
Pressure on Shamrock Rovers to deliver women's silverware this season
Valverde's magic to be cherished as Real Madrid show up meek Man City
Ogbene makes second appearance since November while Molumby scores for West Brom
Last-gasp penalty earns Arsenal a draw, Bodo's Champions League dream continues
Stunning Valverde hat-trick for Real Madrid puts Man City on the brink
PSG take control against Chelsea with late strikes in 5-2 win
Redknapp plays down chances of being Spurs boss again as pressure mounts on Tudor
'Under no circumstances can we ​participate in World Cup' - Iran sports minister
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.
Evan Ferguson has surgery to fix persistent ankle problem
Depth chart and ageing squad laid bare in tough start to World Cup qualifying
But Ireland can take encouragement from narrow defeats to top sides.
Humiliation for debutant goalkeeper in bonkers Atletico-Spurs clash
Ireland international on target in 6-goal Championship thriller