“It couldn’t happen.” Paul Scholes has revealed that two former Manchester United teammates were difficult to play alongside, and one of them was a “disaster.” The United legend won 11 Premier League titles with the club, and during his time there he played alongside some of the best players in the team’s history. However, not […]

2 years ago

“There’s so many morality officers around.” Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has jumped to the defence of Jordan Henderson after the England star’s controversial move to the Saudi Arabia Super League. Rodgers managed Henderson during his time at Liverpool, and although he originally wanted to sell him to Fulham, the young midfielder won his new coach […]

2 years ago

“I doubt if Donegal can achieve that edge in fitness over their rivals ever again.” Pat Spillane believes that Jim McGuinness could struggle to replicate the success that he had achieved during his first stint as Donegal manager. McGuinness first took the job in 2011 and because of the unconditional buy-in that he got from […]

2 years ago

“Don’t pick me no more. There’s no point. It’s disrespectful what you’re doing”. Rio Ferdinand has ripped into Gareth Southgate for his England squad selection and believes that certain players should retire in protest. Southgate has announced his squad to play in the two Euro 2024 qualifiers this wee, but has made some very controversial […]

2 years ago

Is there anything Niall Morgan can’t do? Tyrone goalkeeper Niall Morgan has been playing in nets for Dungannon Swifts soccer club in the Northern Ireland Football League, and has been very impressive. The Edendork clubman has always been a gifted soccer player, but could never commit to the high level of the NIFL, while still […]

2 years ago

“Where was this level of commitment when you were in the club?” Stephen Ireland speaks about what he used to do during international breaks, and how he used that time to try and get an “edge” over his teammates. Ireland played for Man City, Aston Villa and Stoke in the Premier League, and enjoyed a […]

2 years ago

It was an emotional night for Keating. Ruairi Keating scored a hat-trick against Sligo Rovers and dedicated it to his late father who was tragically killed in a car crash on the way to watch his son play. Ciaran Keating, who is also the brother of Boyzone singer Ronan Keating, was on his way to […]

2 years ago

He went full Jurgen Klopp. Damien Duff absolutely loses all control following Shelbourne’s dramatic victory over St Patrick’s Athletic in a tense Dublin derby. The former Chelsea winger has watched his team lose to St Patrick’s three consecutive teams in recent seasons, with each game finishing 1-0 in favour of their rivals. It looked certain […]

2 years ago

“It’s time. It’s over.” Katie McCabe has shown solidarity with Jenni Hermoso and the Spanish national team by sharing a powerful statement on social media. Hermoso was a key part of the successful Spain team that beat England to win the World Cup, and create history in the process, but the victory has been tainted […]

2 years ago

“Everybody makes mistakes.” Former Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw has opened up on her relationship with captain Katie McCabe following their sideline spat during the World Cup. During Ireland’s draw with Nigeria in Brisbane, McCabe turned to her manager and requested a substitution be made, resulting in a disagreement that became very public in […]

2 years ago

“Hard to see this as a good thing.” Dublin legend Michael Darragh MacAuley raises an interesting point about the mass exodus of GAA players going to Australia to play professionally. The point was raised when the Irish Independence released a story explaining that 33 of the best footballers in Ladies football had made the move […]

2 years ago

“Nothing has given me more joy and nothing has caused me more heartache than playing hurling.” Kilkenny legend Richie Hogan has officially retired from inter-county hurling, and his statement is as powerful as you will ever see. At 35 years of age, the seven-time All-Ireland winner has worn the black and yellow jersey for the […]

2 years ago

“He seemed so proud of himself. we didn’t want to embarrass him.” Micah Richards’ story about Stephen Ireland from their Man City days is just the most Stephen Ireland thing ever, and you can’t help but laugh. Richards and Ireland came through the Man City academy around the same time, although the Irish midfielder was […]

2 years ago

“You can build muscle, lose body fat, and get stronger, fitter, and faster.” Strength and Conditioning coach Brian Keane has revealed how the gym programme that he used to follow was causing him more harm than good on the Gaelic pitch. Keane played for Galway development teams and senior level for his club, but despite working hard […]

2 years ago

Liverpool are in talks with the Bayern Munich midfielder. Liverpool are in talks with Bayern Munich’s Ryan Gravenberch, and the versatile midfielder could fulfil a number of roles for Jurgen Klopp’s team. It’s no secret that Liverpool are currently lacking in squad depth, and despite getting off to a good start to the season, the […]

2 years ago

“The manager looks a bit beat up.” Stephen Ireland has delivered a pretty grim prediction for Liverpool this season, and appears to be more hopeful than most that Chelsea will turn things around. The former Ireland international has been assessing the opening three games, and made some pretty bold predictions based on what he’s seen […]

2 years ago

The Derry job is the biggest one available in football right now. Derry are the biggest county in the country right now that still have not appointed a manager, and it’s more important than ever that they pick the right person. The Oakleaf county are still manager-less following the resignation of Rory Gallagher, and even […]

2 years ago

“They haven’t looked into Postecoglou deeply enough.” Chris Sutton has claimed that Roy Keane and Gary Neville ‘don’t understand’ new Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou, or just how experienced and good he really is. The new Tottenham manager came to the club and went about his business rather quietly, not drawing the same attention that his predecessors, […]

2 years ago

Van Dijk could face a longer suspension. Virgil Van Dijk received a straight red card for his tackle on Alexander Isak during Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over Newcastle at St Jame’s Park. The Liverpool captain appeared to get much off the ball, but did go through the back of his opponent’s leg in the process, meaning […]

2 years ago

“How dare these people talk like that.” Rio Ferdinand was in disbelief at the criticism Man United’s Bruno Fernandes has received in recent weeks and has jumped to the Portugal international’s defence. Fernandes has been taking a lot of flack for a few reasons, but most of it surrounds his attitude as he can be […]

2 years ago

Midfield is a big issue for United. Man United have made initial contact with Tottenham over the possibility of signing Danish midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg in this transfer window. Hojbjerg has been a regular feature for Spurs over the past few years, playing consistently under Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte, but doesn’t seem to be in the […]

2 years ago

“I’m not on the fence.” Virgil van Dijk received a straight red card for a tackle on Alexander Isak, but Jamie Carragher and Shay Given had differing opinions on the matter. Liverpool had just gone 1-0 down after a Trent Alexander Arnold mistake left Anthony Gordon one on one with Allison, and the former Everton […]

2 years ago

Liverpool 2-1 Newcastle. Liverpool managed to come back from the dead and defeat Newcastle 2-1 despite losing their captain Virgil van Dijk early in the second half. The away side got off to a disastrous start against Newcastle, struggling to keep the ball and the first sign of trouble was when Trent Alexander Arnold got […]

2 years ago

“Do you want him to defend with his arm behind his back?” Sky Sports pundits couldn’t agree whether or not John Egan’s handling of the ball in his own box should have been given as a penalty for Man City. The Sheffield United defender had slid in to intercept the ball but with his arms […]

2 years ago

“That did pull at the heartstrings.” Jim McGuinness has revealed that Patrick McBreaty visited his house following Donegal’s disappointing defeat to Tyrone in the All-Ireland championship. Officially out of the competition, it sealed off a disheartening and frustrating year for Donegal, where off-field problems, injuries, retirements and issues with the manager hampered their performances. They […]

2 years ago

Super Sunday is here! Liverpool visit Newcastle today in a Premier League tie that has doubled in its importance in recent years following the Magpie’s rise to success. Last season Newcastle beat Liverpool to secure the last Champions League spot, but this has been anomaly in the Jurgen Klopp era, as the Anfield faithful have […]

2 years ago

You don’t just lose it. Donegal fans are torturing Michael Murphy to come back to the team after seeing his dominant performance in the club championship. Murphy was playing for Glenswilly as they made it two wins from two in the championship, and edged past St Paul’s in a very close game. Overall Murphy kicked […]

2 years ago

“Daniel Dubois should be unified heavyweight champion right now.” TNT pundits were adamant that Daniel Dubois’ punch that floored Oleksandr Usyk was not a low blow as the referee declared, and was perfectly legal. Dubois was being outboxed and outsmarted throughout the fight, having no real joy against the Ukranian who was in complete control, […]

2 years ago

“It was all pretty embarrassing.” Alan Shearer has ripped into Man United, claiming that the lack of leadership at the football club is “embarrassing” and that their actions recently have been “very poor.” United have been in the headlines for all of the wrong reasons in recent months, starting from their terrible handling of the […]

2 years ago

TGIF. The SportsJOE Friday Pub Quiz has arrived, so there’s no need to panic and start freaking out, as we have got your weekly sports fix right here. It wouldn’t really be a Friday if you couldn’t spend at least 10 minutes challenging that big brain of yours and testing out your sporting knowledges. This […]

2 years ago

“It was pathetic from my point of view.” Mike Dean has caused a media storm by admitting that he failed to intervene on a decision with VAR because he wanted to help his mate Anthony Taylor. The Former Video Assistant Referee admits that he made a “pathetic” mistake during Chelsea’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham last August. […]

2 years ago

“Is Mo still committed? 100%!” Jurgen Klopp has set the record straight on rumours circulating that Mohammad Salah has been offered a lucrative contract to go to the Saudi League. Superstars such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Roberto Firmino, Jordan Henderson and many more have made the move already, and with crazy amounts of cash being thrown […]

2 years ago

“Oisin is immense. Oisin is a leader amongst leaders.” Armagh and Crossmaglen have been boosted by the return of Oisin O’Neill, who has been out of action for the past 18 months due to injury. O’Neill finally ended his nightmare spell on the sidelines last weekend when he returned to club action, and even kicked […]

2 years ago

“I feel like his body language on the pitch is disturbing the rest of the team.” Bruno Fernandes has hit back at Micha Richards who claimed that the Man United captain’s behaviour was “embarrassing” and “pathetic.” Fernandes was recently appointed as captain of the club after Erik ten Hag decided to demote Harry Maguire from […]

2 years ago

Exciting times ahead for Cavan. Cavan have appointed Raymond Galligan as manager, and brought in a star studded backroom team that will make the county very interesting to watch next season. At just 36 years old and still playing some of his best football, captaining his county to Division Two last season and looking every […]

2 years ago

All of the latest on GAA managerial news is right here. It’s that time of the year where managers resign, get re-appointed or replaced, and in the GAA world, it can be hard to keep up with it all. Already the biggest news on the managerial front has been Donegal’s appointment of Jim McGuinness, a […]

2 years ago

Well that was awkward. You can only imagine the reaction from Jurgen Klopp whenever he texted Moises Caicedo, thinking that he was on his way to Liverpool, only to receive a crushing reply. The Caicedo transfer saga was one of the most bizarre in recent years, and this is during a time where Saudi money […]

2 years ago

“Obviously the big one is, will he look at Michael Murphy?” Former Donegal star Eamon McGee believes that Jim McGuinness may go after retired county players to bolster his squad for his first season back. McGuinness previously managed Donegal from 2011-2014, in a time where he won three Ulster titles and the county’s second ever […]

2 years ago

Cometh the hour, cometh the man. Sean Cavanagh is set to become the player-manager of his hometown club Moy, just weeks before their club championship opener in Tyrone.  Cavanagh had previously held this role before retiring from football entirely, although he came back late last season and has been used in sparingly throughout this season. […]

2 years ago

“I think the best of Michael Murphy may be about to come.”  Jim McGuinness has been announced as the new manager of Donegal, and comments he made last year about Michael Murphy will excite Donegal fans. Murphy announced his retirement last year, after a decade and half of service to his county, and fans have […]

2 years ago

“You need strong and authoritative leadership, and Manchester United don’t have that.” Gary Neville has slammed Man United’s handling of Mason Greenwood on last night’s Monday Night Football, but does believe that they have made the right decision. It was widely believed that the 21-year-old was going to make a return to the club after […]

2 years ago

“That is not acceptable at any level.” Jamie Carragher forensically examined Casemiro’s poor start to the season for Manchester United by highlighting his mistakes during their loss to Tottenham. Carragher had previously been critical of the midfielder for his poor performance against Wolves in their opening game of the Premier League, and went as far […]

2 years ago

“Desperate, absolutely desperate.” Roy Keane hits Man United with the worst criticism imaginable after their crushing defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League. United got off to a good start in the first half, but Tottenham really took control afterwards, and completely dominated the game in a fashion that would worry United fans. The […]

2 years ago

“There’s a lot of arrogance from Spurs.” Roy Keane’s half-time comments about “arrogant Spurs” have backfired badly on the Irishman as Tottenham dominate Manchester United. Spurs defeated United 2-0  for the first time in their new stadium, and although it was the away side who looked stronger in the first half, Ange Postecoglou’s men completely […]

2 years ago

United fans have every right to be concerned after this. Tottenham Hotspur beat Manchester United at home to give Ange Postecoglou his first win as a Premier League manager much to the frustration of Erik Ten Hag. The first half was a mixed bag from both teams, with United having the brighter start, seeing the […]

2 years ago

“We are in talks.” Erik ten Hag has given clarity on the future of Jonny Evans at Manchester United following the collapse of Harry Maguire’s transfer to West Ham. Evans, who had previously played for United under Sir Alex Ferguson, had returned to the club on a one month contract and travelled with the squad […]

2 years ago

The boom is back. The Premier League may be back but the GAA hasn’t gone away for long as live games return to our screens this weekend to cover the club championship. It was only a couple of weeks ago that we watched Dublin beat Kerry in the All-Ireland final, but it does feel like […]

2 years ago

“I never believed Casemiro would be value for money.” Casemiro proved to be one of the signings of the summer last year as he helped Man United get back into the top four, but Jamie Carragher still believes that he was a “panic buy.” United signed the midfielder from Real Madrid in the bracket of […]

2 years ago

It’s that time of the week. The SportsJOE Friday Pub Quiz is upon us once again, and we are ready to put that big brain of yours to the test, so you can enjoy your weekend safe in the knowledge that you’re a genius. Of course, sceptics will claim that passing a sports quiz on […]

2 years ago

Football was never the same again after his last stint. Jim McGuinness is touted to become Donegal’s new manager once again, and the effect that this could have on Donegal and Gaelic football as a whole, is seismic. Much like in 2011 when McGuinness first took the reins, the Donegal senior football team are at […]

2 years ago