“Football is a religion up there.” Former Dublin star Kevin Nolan won a club All-Ireland title with Kilmacud Crokes in 2009 as a hard-hitting back, but now he’s mixing it up in the forward line in county Monaghan. The 2011 All-Ireland winning star played for the mighty Dubs up until 2015, when due to injuries […]

3 years ago

“He would be a joker as well.” Former Dublin star Kevin Nolan was a teammate of Stephen Cluxton for his whole inter-county career, and he explains what the keeper brings to the dressing room, and why he should be starting from now on. Nolan was not only there when the Dubs broke their All-Ireland hoodoo […]

3 years ago

Derry 1-21  2-10 Monaghan Derry’s opening goal against Monaghan in the Ulster semi-final tells you everything you need to know about what went wrong for the Farney men. The defending champions went to Omagh full of confidence after easily dispatching Fermanagh in the quarter finals, but Monaghan also had their tails up after their last-gap […]

3 years ago

“Armagh’s best opportunity of winning games is to play on the front foot.” Michael Murphy is not convinced by Armagh’s new defensive set up and believes that they need to go back to their more natural attacking style to compete for All-Irelands. The former Donegal captain has highlighted the orchard county’s intent to focus more […]

3 years ago

“I did that on a 7,000 calorie diet.” Actor Khris Davis was tasked with the monstrous mission of portraying boxing legend George Foreman in the new biopic movie, and even had to gain 57lb for the role. The new film ‘Big George Foreman‘ was released on Friday 28th April, and it relives the life of […]

3 years ago

This leaves a lot to be desired. Derry’s rising star Lachlan Murray has become an unfair victim of the ridiculous rule that prohibits players from playing at both u20 level and senior level within seven days. Down beat Derry in the u20 Ulster championship final on Wednesday, but the Oakleaf county were without two of […]

3 years ago

“I really fell in love with the guy.” George Foreman and Muhammad Ali were once fierce rivals in the ring, but it wasn’t long until they became great friends who spoke almost every day. In the new biopic film ‘Big George Foreman‘, the boxing legend relived the journey where he and Ali went from being […]

3 years ago

“We were probably at 50%.” Tyrone’s Ronan McNamee has given his honest opinion on why last year’s disappointing All-Ireland title defence went so wrong so quickly. From the outside looking in, pundits, former players, and fans could only guess why the 2021 champions looked to be a shadow of themselves just one year on from […]

3 years ago

“Kilkenny Co Board has been informed that its referees are withdrawing their services this weekend.” It is understood that referees in Kilkenny have refused to officiate any matched this weekend, in an attempt to combat ongoing abuse. This is in reaction to an abusive letter that was sent to a referee who had taken charge […]

3 years ago

“I know I wouldn’t be alive, if I hadn’t have stayed with Tyrone.” Ronan McNamee has won everything there is to win the Gaelic football, but if it wasn’t for Tyrone and a phone call from Mickey Harte, he might not even be here. That’s the stark reality of McNamee’s situation back in 2016, when […]

3 years ago

Man City 4-1 Arsenal. Manchester City welcomed Arsenal to the Etihad knowing that if they could get a victory here, they could take pole position in the title race. The home side got off to a rapid start, controlling the play and attacking Arsenal on the break at every opportunity presented to them, and that […]

3 years ago

“I’m enjoying it.” Conor Turbitt is the perfect example of a player who got his chance to prove himself and took it with both hands, as he stars for Armagh in Ulster championship. In previous campaigns Turbitt has been in and out of the team, and with competition for places in the forward line so […]

3 years ago

“This year must be different.” Jurgen Klopp has revealed that this summer’s pre-season will be different to previous ones in an attempt to turn Liverpool’s fortunes around after a disappointing year. Last year the club played in every single game possible in a calander year and they were then thrust into a pre-season tour, combined […]

3 years ago

Man United are set to miss out on Ferguson. After a sensational breakout year in the Premier League playing a starring role for Brighton, Evan Ferguson’s future at the club has been widely debated. There has been speculation coming from all corners with the Irishman being linked to several high profile clubs, most notably Manchester […]

3 years ago

Rinse, regurgitate, repeat. Pat Spillane has penned yet another boring and predictable column about why the modern game of football is, you guessed it, ‘boring and predictable.’ In 2003 Spillane coined the phrase “Puke football” after watching Tyrone tackle like ravenous dogs and defend in numbers against Kerry in the All-Irleand semi-final. The Kingdom legend […]

3 years ago

“I’m not sure if it will be this year.” Jamie Clarke has opened up about his return to Crossmaglen, quitting soccer to focus on GAA, and whether or not he will play for Armagh again. Clarke has been playing for both club and county since he was a teenager, but now in the latter stages […]

3 years ago

“I prefer Rian out the field.” Jamie Clarke opens up about his Crossmaglen teammate Rian O’Neill, his rise to prominence in the game, and where his best position on the pitch is. O’Neill is undoubtedly the star of this Armagh team, and few will understand what that’s like better than Clarke, who carried that mantle […]

3 years ago

“Apologies Galway people, ye have a serious team.” Lee Keegan has taken to Twitter to issue an apology to Galway people for making a mistake when selecting the RTE Man of the Match. Ciarain Murtagh was given the award, and it’s hard to begrudge him because he had a fantastic game. particularly in the second […]

3 years ago

“Poor Colm might want the role back on RTE.” Lee Keegan and Sean Cavanagh couldn’t help themselves when the opportunity came to make a joke at Colm O’Rourke’s expense following Meath’s defeat to Offaly. The loss in the Leinster championship means that Meath will not compete in the All-Ireland series, and will instead be thrown […]

3 years ago

Galway 1-13  1-09 Roscommon Damien Comer’s lightening quick reactions meant that he managed to get the goal that killed off an incredible Roscommon comeback in the Connacht championship. The first half was a one-sided affair and Comer was right in the thick of it, kicking three points from play and unlucky to not bury a […]

3 years ago

Down 2-13  1-11 Donegal Down shattered what was remaining of Donegal’s confidence as they beat their rivals in the Ulster championship quarter-finals and will now progress to play Armagh in the semi-final. The game got off to a perfect start for Donegal, as Jason McGee brushed off two defenders to find himself one-on-one with the […]

3 years ago

“Antony has done more in six months than Sancho has in two years.” Jamie Carragher has made a blunt but valid point when he took to Twitter to express his views on the treatment of Antony compared to Jaden Sancho. Since Antony joined Manchester United in the summer, he has come under a lot of […]

3 years ago

“He is not a fantastic footballer.” Paul Scholes has targeted two culprits for Man United’s collapse against Sevilla in the Europa League, which saw them crash out of the competition. United were 2-0 up in the first leg but ended up drawing the game 2-2, and were barely competitive in the second leg, as the […]

3 years ago

“It was a deliberate, sustained attack by the establishment.” Joe Brolly says that the backlash threw at the Irish woman’s football team following the ‘IRA song’ controversy was down to being working class. The Derry native explains how the wave of criticism that came towards the team for singing ‘Up the RA’ in the dressing […]

3 years ago

What a fight this is going to be. This Saturday night Ryan Garcia takes on Gervonta Davis in a mega fight so mouthwatering that it could save boxing and the future of the sport. Let’s be honest, the craft of the pugilist has been turned into a mockery in recent years. YouTubers earn more money […]

3 years ago

“Shane probably hasn’t got the recognition he deserves just yet.” Shane McGuigan is undoubtedly Derry’s main man up front, and one of the very best shooters in the game right now, but will he push into that elite bracket of players? When you think of the very best forwards in the country, there’s the obvious […]

3 years ago

“You’re marking Paul Galvin today.” Kyle Coney’s story about Ronan McNamee’s championship debut for Tyrone tells you everything you need to know about the man. Many were surprised to see that McNamee picked up Conor McManus in Tyrone’s game against Monaghan as opposed to the captain Padraig Hampsey. However, those from the county weren’t shocked […]

3 years ago

“You can’t be stupid and ignore that.” Donegal manager Aidan O’Rourke has said that the overbearing “media interest” in the county’s fortunes has affected certain players. O’Rourke has stepped in as interim manager following the departure of Paddy Carr, who only last five league games before a meeting with senior players resulted in his resignation. […]

3 years ago

“I’ll have a wee bit of this.’” Kyle Coney spotted a little moment between Conor McManus and Rory Beggan during Monaghan’s victory over Tyrone in the Ulster championship. The former Tyrone star has came up against McManus plenty of times throughout his career, and understands exactly how good this man is, even in his more […]

3 years ago

“He’s got to get in there a little bit more.” Roy Keane has thrown down the gauntlet to Manchester United’s Antony after the winger put in a great performance against Nottingham Forrest. The Brazilian has been struggling to adjust to life in the Premier League since making his move from Ajax, and has came under […]

3 years ago

Derry 3-17  2-08 Fermanagh. Derry goalkeeper Odhran Lynch played a hybrid ‘quarter back’ role as he proved pivotal in helping his side dismantle Fermanagh in the Ulster Championship. The Derry number one was comfortable in nets as you would expect from any inter-county goalkeeper, hoovering up Fermanagh’s few attempts of going route one with long […]

3 years ago

“It is not an achilles.” Erik ten Hag has provided both good and bad news in terms of Manchester United’s injuries as games are coming thick and fast. Lisandro Martinez was the primary concern for United fans as he had to be carried off the pitch in his last game, with what many feared was […]

3 years ago

“He’s definitely a tough, tough boy and he likes the heat of battle.” Tyrone got off to a rocky start in the National League but have went from strength to strength and the return of one player in particular can really bring them on. Ronan McNamee missed almost all of the league campaign through injury, […]

3 years ago

“It’s exciting times.”  Former Ireland international Shay Given has had his say on who should in the Manager of the Year award following this year’s Premier League season.  The ex Newcastle star was on Bt Sports alongside Peter Crouch and the two debated between potential winners, but both can to the same conclusion.  Crouch cited […]

3 years ago

“You need some luck in the game.” Roy Keane shares his opinion on why “lucky boy” Frank Lampard got the Chelsea job for a second time, and why he doesnt believe they will succeed. Lampard is a legend at Stamford Bridge, but already failed once there as a manager, and it isn’t often that you […]

3 years ago

“I look forward to returning to officiating matches.” Assistant referee Constantine Hatzidakis will not be punished following his ‘elbow incident’ with Liverpool’s Andy Robertson. The Scottish left back had confronted the linesman during his side’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal at Anfield, and the match official appeared to throw an elbow that connected with the player. […]

3 years ago

“It’s never changed.” Jurgen Klopp has finally given in and made some comments on Liverpool’s pursuit of Dortmund’s Jude Bellingham in the summer transfer window. Klopp has often dismissed any talk of signings in the summer, not wishing to cite players who aren’t currently on the Liverpool roster. However, even though he went as far […]

3 years ago

“For the LFGA to attempt to silence them was wrong”. The LGFA has came under a lot of criticism after it was revealed that they sent players a document full of “suggested answers” to tough media questions. Former Donegal ladies star Maureen O’Donnell has labelled an LGFA document as “an insult to players’ intelligence.” The […]

3 years ago

Not a bad line-up at all. Three Tyrone legends have joined the Masters county team, as the Red Hand county look to retain the All-Ireland for the third time in a row. The Ulster side was already littered with players with prestigious calibre, including Stephen O’Neill, Conor Gormley, and Ciaran Gourley. Joint-manager Eugene Bradley believes […]

3 years ago

Armagh’s obsession with O’Neill is borderline unhealthy. Rian O’Neill looks set to miss Armagh’s next game in the Ulster championship but provided they get through it unscathed, it could be a blessing in disguise. O’Neill missed the last game of the league against Tyrone were he could only sit and watch as his county were […]

3 years ago

The best part of your Friday has arrived. Easter may be over, but the SportsJOE Friday Pub Quiz is still here and will continue to entertain you every single week regardless of the holidays. The sporting world however isn’t as consistent as us, and you really have to stay sharp to stay on top of […]

3 years ago

“The rules weren’t generally followed.”  New York famously won their first Connacht championship match last weekend when they beat Leitrim on penalties, but both sides missed most of their spot kicks. Former Roscommon goalkeeper Shane Curran has an explanation as to why so many of the shots didn’t seem to find the back of the […]

3 years ago

“Does he have a full 26 actually to name a panel?” Tyrone legend Enda McGinley questions Derry’s squad depth ahead of their Ulster championship opener against Fermanagh this weekend. Rory Gallagher’s team are looking to retain their provincial crown this season after an historic triumph last year that seen them end a barren run of […]

3 years ago

Sickening stuff. A challenge game between Wexford and Tipperary has been blown up early after a fan reportedly racially abused Lee Chin. There was only a minute left on the clock when the incident happened and resulted in the referee calling time on the match. The Tipperary senior hurlers were playing the game in Pairc […]

3 years ago

Armagh 0-20  1-08 Antrim. The Armagh of 2022 appeared to be back as they easily disposed of Antrim in the Ulster championship with an attacking game that we haven’t seen much of this season. Last year Armagh were devastating going forward with route one football, lots of kicking, and an eye for goal – however […]

3 years ago

What a legend. Irish people know just how good Seamus Coleman is, but BT Sport have reminded us that we might take for granted the impact that he has had on the Premier League. Coleman has been in at Everton since 2009, and has been the heartbeat of the team for over a decade, and […]

3 years ago

They can’t catch a break. Donegal was already in disarray this season for a multitude of reasons, but with the Ulster championship around the corner, they were hoping to turn it around. First of all, Michael Murphy retired; the very heartbeat of the team over the past decade, and then off the field it emerged […]

3 years ago

“If Liverpool are not at it, we’re probably going to score a couple of goals.” Ian Wright believes that Arsenal will beat Liverpool this Sunday and on form he is right to be confident, but there is one important factor that goes against his former club. Liverpool are on a poor run, drawing their last […]

3 years ago

Teams will no longer prioritise provincial competitions. Peter Canavan believes that the provincial championships could be coming to an end as the GAA structure will take away some of the gloss of the earlier competition. Once the provincial champions are concluded this year, there will be a 16-strong All-Ireland group phase awaiting those who remain […]

3 years ago

Liverpool vs Chelsea. Liverpool faced Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League and although this is usually a clash of giants, today’s game was a battle between two sides struggling for form. Chelsea sacked Graham Potter after just seven months in charge and sat in 11th place going into this tie, while Liverpool were […]

3 years ago