Robert Redmond

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Robert Redmond is the Site Editor of SportsJOE.

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  • Erik ten Hag prepared to give forgotten Man United player a chance in first-team

    Erik ten Hag prepared to give forgotten Man United player a chance in first-team

    Ten Hag has worked with the player before. Erik ten Hag is prepared to give Andreas Pereira another chance in the Manchester United squad, according to reports. Ten Hag will take over at Old Trafford in the summer and faces a massive rebuild, with the club unlikely to be competing in the Champions League next […]

    4 years ago

  • Pat Spillane on the reason why Mayo will ‘never’ win the All-Ireland

    Pat Spillane on the reason why Mayo will ‘never’ win the All-Ireland

    “Mayo are warriors and are great warriors. But they never had, and still don’t have a forward line that can win an All-Ireland.” Pat Spillane has said that Mayo will ‘never win an All-Ireland’ because their forward line is not good enough. The Kerry legend made the comments on Sunday after Galway knocked Mayo out […]

    4 years ago

  • Seamus Coleman praised for captain’s act during Liverpool loss

    Seamus Coleman praised for captain’s act during Liverpool loss

    Coleman showed the leadership Everton will need to avoid relegation. Seamus Coleman was praised for his leadership during Everton’s 2-0 loss to Liverpool in the Merseyside derby on Sunday. The Everton captain also appeared to castigate his teammate Jordan Pickford for checking on Jordan Henderson after Richarlison fouled the Reds midfielder. Seamus Coleman and Anthony […]

    4 years ago

  • Roy Keane linked with shock return to management with Scottish club

    Roy Keane linked with shock return to management with Scottish club

    Keane has not worked as a manager since 2011. Roy Keane is interested in becoming the new Hibernian manager, according to reports. Keane, who has not managed a team since leaving Ipswich Town in 2011, has emerged as a surprise contender to take over the vacant role at the Scottish Premiership side. Hibs are looking […]

    4 years ago

  • Erik ten Hag should be worried about Man United’s summer transfer plans

    Erik ten Hag should be worried about Man United’s summer transfer plans

    Man United are aiming to overhaul their squad. But fans should see through their reported plans. Manchester United have appointed Erik ten Hag as their new manager. The Dutch coach will leave Ajax in the summer and take over at Old Trafford to become the Red Devils’ fifth permanent manager since Alex Ferguson retired in […]

    4 years ago

  • Ralf Rangnick says Man United could need to sign 10 new players

    Ralf Rangnick says Man United could need to sign 10 new players

    “It’s not enough to bring in three or four new players.” Ralf Rangnick has said that Manchester United must improve in almost every area of the pitch, with the exception of their goalkeeper, David de Gea. Rangnick made the comments after Man United lost 4-0 to Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday night. Ralf Rangnick: Man […]

    4 years ago

  • Liverpool hammer Man United 4-0 at Anfield and return to the top of the Premier League

    Liverpool hammer Man United 4-0 at Anfield and return to the top of the Premier League

    Liverpool 4-0 Man United. Liverpool hammered Manchester United at Anfield on Tuesday night in a dominant performance for Jurgen Klopp’s side. The Reds returned to the top of the Premier League table with the victory and humiliated their rivals in the process. Luis Diaz, Mohamed Salah (2) and Sadio Mane scored for the home side. […]

    4 years ago

  • Roy Keane responds as Harry Maguire defends Man United performances

    Roy Keane responds as Harry Maguire defends Man United performances

    “Is Harry playing for his future?” Roy Keane has questioned if Harry Maguire is playing for his future as Manchester United captain after the England international defended his form this season. Ahead of Man United’s trip to Anfield to play Liverpool, Maguire admitted that he had had some bad games this season. However, he also […]

    4 years ago

  • Stephen Kenny responds to Roy Keane’s criticism of Ireland celebrations

    Stephen Kenny responds to Roy Keane’s criticism of Ireland celebrations

    “I have no problem with Roy Keane, really.” Stephen Kenny has responded to Roy Keane’s criticism of the Republic of Ireland’s celebrations after beating Lithuania 1-0 in a friendly last month. The Boys in Green won the friendly game 1-0 thanks to a brilliant strike from Troy Parrott in the 97th minute. The goal sparked […]

    4 years ago

  • Cristiano Ronaldo was reportedly against Antonio Conte becoming Man United manager

    Cristiano Ronaldo was reportedly against Antonio Conte becoming Man United manager

    Ronaldo was reportedly against Conte taking over at Old Trafford. Cristiano Ronaldo was against Manchester United appointing Antonio Conte as the club’s manager last October, according to reports. Man United were linked with a move for the Italian before they sacked Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The Red Devils, however, opted against the appointment and Conte took […]

    4 years ago

  • Erik ten Hag’s Man United demands show why he should reject their offer

    Erik ten Hag’s Man United demands show why he should reject their offer

    Ten Hag shouldn’t listen to Man United’s empty promises. Erik ten Hag is the favourite to become Manchester United’s next manager and is reportedly seeking ‘assurances’ about several aspects of the job before accepting the club’s offer. The Ajax manager wants to ‘refresh’ Man United’s squad and add younger players with ‘speed, energy and a […]

    4 years ago

  • “It was a great reminder of what the game is all about and why we love it”

    “It was a great reminder of what the game is all about and why we love it”

    “Credit to all the players.” Roy Keane heaped praise on Liverpool and Manchester City after the teams played out a thrilling 2-2 draw on Sunday afternoon. The Premier League’s two best teams couldn’t be separated in what had been billed as a potential title decider. Pep Guardiola’s side twice went ahead in the game, with […]

    4 years ago

  • Man City and Liverpool play out intense 2-2 draw in heavyweight Premier League clash

    Man City and Liverpool play out intense 2-2 draw in heavyweight Premier League clash

    Man City 2-2 Liverpool. Manchester City and Liverpool played out an intense, entertaining and action-packed 2-2 draw in what was billed as a potential Premier League title-decider at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday afternoon. Pep Guardiola’s side twice went ahead in the game, with Kevin de Bruyne and Gabriel Jesus scoring for the home side. […]

    4 years ago

  • Ex-Man United coach on why ‘party animal’ Anderson didn’t fulfil his potential

    Ex-Man United coach on why ‘party animal’ Anderson didn’t fulfil his potential

    “He chose not to put in the work.” Former Manchester United coach Mick Clegg has offered insight into why Brazilian midfielder Anderson failed to fulfil his potential at Old Trafford. According to Clegg, who was Man United’s ‘power development trainer’, Anderson was a popular member of the Man United squad, and a gifted footballer. Yet, […]

    4 years ago

  • Wayne Rooney gives honest opinion on Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Man United

    Wayne Rooney gives honest opinion on Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Man United

    “Obviously, Cristiano is getting on a bit.” Wayne Rooney has said that Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United cannot currently be considered a success. Ronaldo, 37, re-joined Man United from Juventus last summer and has scored 18 goals in 32 games in a difficult season for the Red Devils. Rooney, however, has said that his […]

    4 years ago

  • Matt Doherty speaks about Jose Mourinho snub at lowest point of his Tottenham career

    Matt Doherty speaks about Jose Mourinho snub at lowest point of his Tottenham career

    “You’ve got to stay on the bus.” Matt Doherty has been speaking about his lowest point at Tottenham Hotspur under Jose Mourinho. The Republic of Ireland international has recently experienced a significant upturn in form under Antonio Conte but struggled under Mourinho, the manager who signed him from Wolverhampton Wanderers. In March 2021, Doherty travelled […]

    4 years ago

  • Roy Keane slams Ireland celebrations after Lithuania win

    Roy Keane slams Ireland celebrations after Lithuania win

    “Honestly, that’s way over the top.” Roy Keane has said that the Republic of Ireland went too far when celebrating their win over Lithuania on Tuesday night. Stephen Kenny’s side won the friendly game 1-0 thanks to a brilliant strike from Troy Parrott in the 97th minute. The goal sparked exuberant celebrations from Ireland fans, […]

    4 years ago

  • Five talking points from Ireland’s March internationals

    Five talking points from Ireland’s March internationals

    Five talking points from Ireland’s March internationals. The Republic of Ireland recorded two positive results from their March friendlies. Stephen Kenny’s side earned a 2-2 draw with Belgium, who had no player with more than 50 caps in their team, and beat Lithuania 1-0 thanks to Troy Parrott’s stunning 97th-minute strike. The two friendlies acted […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland player ratings as late Troy Parrott goal seals win against Lithuania

    Ireland player ratings as late Troy Parrott goal seals win against Lithuania

    Republic of Ireland 1-0 Lithuania. The Republic of Ireland beat Lithuania 1-0 in an international friendly on Tuesday night at the Aviva Stadium. Kenny’s side went into the game against the side ranked 137th in the world on a high after drawing 2-2 with Belgium on Saturday. Ireland almost failed to carry that momentum into […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland v Lithuania: TV channel details, team news and kick-off time for friendly game

    Ireland v Lithuania: TV channel details, team news and kick-off time for friendly game

    Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the friendly between Ireland and Lithuania. The Republic of Ireland take on Lithuania in a friendly on Tuesday evening. Here is everything you need to know about the game, including squad news, form and TV channel details. Who are Ireland playing against? Kenny’s side will play Lithuania […]

    4 years ago

  • Stephen Kenny: Belgium struggled against Ireland’s ‘relentless pressing’

    Stephen Kenny: Belgium struggled against Ireland’s ‘relentless pressing’

    “Our pressing was relentless and they struggled to get out.” Stephen Kenny praised his Republic of Ireland team after they recorded an encouraging draw against Belgium on Saturday evening. The two sides played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in a friendly at a packed Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Belgium, the world’s number one ranked international […]

    4 years ago

  • Belgium manager Roberto Martinez praises Ireland performance in 2-2 draw

    Belgium manager Roberto Martinez praises Ireland performance in 2-2 draw

    “It was a difficult game.” Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez praised the Republic of Ireland’s performance against the Red Devils on Saturday evening. The two sides played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in a friendly at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Belgium, the world’s number one ranked international team, did not select any of their […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland player ratings as Stephen Kenny’s team draw 2-2 with Belgium in Dublin

    Ireland player ratings as Stephen Kenny’s team draw 2-2 with Belgium in Dublin

    Republic of Ireland 2-2 Belgium. The Republic of Ireland recorded a credible draw with Belgium on Saturday evening at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Stephen Kenny’s side were twice trailing to the world’s number-one ranked international team, who had no players with more than 50 caps in their side, and twice they came back to […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland v Belgium: TV channel details, team news and kick-off time for friendly game

    Ireland v Belgium: TV channel details, team news and kick-off time for friendly game

    Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the friendly between Ireland and Belgium. The Republic of Ireland take on Belgium in a friendly on Saturday evening. Here is everything you need to know about Ireland’s first match of 2022, including squad news, form and TV channel details. Who are Ireland playing against? Kenny’s side will […]

    4 years ago

  • Didi Hamann takes aim at England after Italy’s shock World Cup exit

    Didi Hamann takes aim at England after Italy’s shock World Cup exit

    Italy have missed out on qualification for the World Cup for the second tournament in a row. Didi Hamann has taken aim at the England team following Italy’s failure to qualify for the World Cup on Thursday night. Italy beat England on penalties to win Euro 2020 last summer. However, less than a year later, […]

    4 years ago

  • Man United have spoken to Erik ten Hag about becoming the club’s next manager

    Man United have spoken to Erik ten Hag about becoming the club’s next manager

    Ten Hag is one of several managers on Man United’s shortlist. Manchester United have spoken to Ajax coach Erik ten Hag about potentially becoming the club’s next permanent manager, according to multiple reports. The Red Devils have also placed Mauricio Pochettino, Luis Enrique and Julen Lopetegui on their shortlist, but it is believed that Ten […]

    4 years ago

  • The Ireland team that Stephen Kenny should start against Belgium

    The Ireland team that Stephen Kenny should start against Belgium

    Ireland have two friendlies coming up, Belgium on Saturday and Lithuania next Tuesday. The Republic of Ireland play Belgium in a friendly on Saturday evening at the Aviva Stadium, and here is the starting XI we believe that Stephen Kenny should select for the game against the number one ranked team in international football. The […]

    4 years ago

  • Roy Keane was ‘seething’ after Mick McCarthy rejected his World Cup fitness request

    Roy Keane was ‘seething’ after Mick McCarthy rejected his World Cup fitness request

    “That’s why Roy was so annoyed.” Mick McCarthy rejected Roy Keane’s request to bring Mick Clegg, a fitness trainer, to the 2002 World Cup, according to Clegg. The ‘power development trainer’ worked with the Manchester United squad during an incredibly successful period for the club from 2000 to 2011. Clegg is credited with helping Cristiano […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland v Scotland: TV channel and team news for Six Nations final day

    Ireland v Scotland: TV channel and team news for Six Nations final day

    Ireland’s Six Nations campaign concludes on Saturday. The 2022 Six Nations comes to an end on Saturday, and Ireland still have an outside chance of winning the championship. If Andy Farrell’s team beat Scotland, and France slip up against England, then Ireland could take home the trophy. Here’s everything you need to know about Saturday’s […]

    4 years ago

  • Harry Maguire told he’s not good enough to play for Man United by former teammate

    Harry Maguire told he’s not good enough to play for Man United by former teammate

    “He doesn’t have the level to play for the biggest team in the history of England.” Harry Maguire’s former teammate has said that the defender is not of the ‘level’ required to be Manchester United captain. Ahmed Elmohamady played alongside Maguire at Hull City but has questioned whether he is good enough to play for […]

    4 years ago

  • Here’s how Ireland can win the Six Nations

    Here’s how Ireland can win the Six Nations

    Ireland can still win the Six Nations. Ireland have an outside chance of winning the Six Nations this weekend thanks to their 32-15 victory over England at Twickenham on Saturday. It won’t be straightforward, but Andy Farrell’s team can pip France to the championship if results go their way on Saturday. How Ireland can still […]

    4 years ago

  • Michael Conlan falls out of the ring in final round KO defeat to Leigh Wood

    Michael Conlan falls out of the ring in final round KO defeat to Leigh Wood

    Conlan had been leading on the scorecards. Michael Conlan suffered a final round KO against Leigh Wood on Saturday night in Nottingham. The Irish boxer was ahead on the scorecards and comfortably the superior boxer in the bout. Conlan, however, was knocked out of the ring in the final round. Wood mounted an incredible comeback […]

    4 years ago

  • Roy Keane praises ‘angry’ Cristiano Ronaldo after hat-trick against Tottenham

    Roy Keane praises ‘angry’ Cristiano Ronaldo after hat-trick against Tottenham

    “When he’s producing like that, you need Ronaldo in your team.” Roy Keane has said that Manchester United should aim to keep Cristiano Ronaldo at the club next season. Keane was speaking after Ronaldo scored a stunning hat-trick in the 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford on Saturday evening. The Portuguese forward became […]

    4 years ago

  • Eddie O’Sullivan: Ireland were ‘rudderless’ in win over England

    Eddie O’Sullivan: Ireland were ‘rudderless’ in win over England

    “I thought we were rudderless.” Eddie O’Sullivan was critical of Ireland’s performance in their 32-15 victory over England at Twickenham on Saturday afternoon. Ireland claimed a bonus-point win over Eddie Jones’ team, but made tough work of the game, despite having an extra player for almost the entire Six Nations match. England lock Charlie Ewels […]

    4 years ago

  • Declan Rice sends message to Michael Conlan ahead of world title fight

    Declan Rice sends message to Michael Conlan ahead of world title fight

    “Top boy, all the best.” Declan Rice has wished Michael Conlan well ahead of the Belfast boxer’s world title fight on Saturday night. Conlan takes on English fighter Leigh Wood in a WBA featherweight world title bout in Nottingham, and he is expected to be cheered on by a large Irish contingent The Olympic bronze […]

    4 years ago

  • England v Ireland: TV channel and team news for Six Nations clash

    England v Ireland: TV channel and team news for Six Nations clash

    Ireland take on England in Twickenham in the biggest game of the weekend. Ireland face England in the Six Nations on Saturday as Andy Farrell’s side head into the latter stages of this year’s competition. Here’s everything you need to know about the game, including kick-off time, team news and TV channel details. England v […]

    4 years ago

  • Brian Kerr questions the FAI’s decision to give Stephen Kenny a new contract

    Brian Kerr questions the FAI’s decision to give Stephen Kenny a new contract

    “The FAI haven’t always been very good at renewing contracts.” Brian Kerr has questioned the FAI’s decision to award Stephen Kenny a new contract to continue as the Republic of Ireland’s national team manager until the end of the Euro 2024 campaign. Kenny’s new deal was announced on Wednesday afternoon, and the move was well-received […]

    4 years ago

  • Roy Keane’s point about Man United’s manager search was somehow overlooked

    Roy Keane’s point about Man United’s manager search was somehow overlooked

    “It’s the biggest decision United have to make in donkey’s years.” Roy Keane made headlines on Sunday for his cutting analysis of Manchester United’s performance in their 4-1 defeat to Manchester City. However, the Irishman’s pertinent comments about the club’s search for a new permanent manager were somewhat overlooked. The Red Devils were hammered by […]

    4 years ago

  • Man United should create a market to sell Marcus Rashford in the summer

    Man United should create a market to sell Marcus Rashford in the summer

    Rashford is considering his future at Man United, and the club should create a market to sell him. On the surface, it was the last thing Manchester United needed on Monday morning. Fabrizio Romano reported that Marcus Rashford is ‘considering his future’ at Old Trafford after being dropped for the team’s 4-1 loss against Manchester […]

    4 years ago

  • Every word of Gary Neville’s commentary rant about ’embarrassing’ Man United

    Every word of Gary Neville’s commentary rant about ’embarrassing’ Man United

    “They were a disgrace in the last 25 minutes.” Gary Neville was heavily critical of Manchester United for their second half performance against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Man City beat the Red Devils 4-1, with Kevin de Bruyne and Riyad Mahrez both scoring twice. But the scoreline did not reflect the […]

    4 years ago

  • Cristiano Ronaldo misses out on Manchester derby due to hip injury

    Cristiano Ronaldo misses out on Manchester derby due to hip injury

    Ronaldo is not part of Man United’s squad for the game. Cristiano Ronaldo will play no part in the Manchester derby at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. The Manchester United forward misses out on the game against Manchester City due to a hip flexor injury, according to reports. Raphael Varane and Luke Shaw were also […]

    4 years ago

  • Roy Keane cracks up Sky Sports pundits with Micah Richards put down

    Roy Keane cracks up Sky Sports pundits with Micah Richards put down

    “Very childish.” Roy Keane had his Sky Sports colleagues in hysterics ahead of the Manchester derby on Sunday. Keane was alongside Gary Neville, Jamie Redknapp, Micah Richards and presenter Dave Jones at the Etihad. As part of the build-up to the game, they were looking back at some classic moments from the fixture. And the […]

    4 years ago

  • Harry Maguire has reportedly ‘upset’ some of his Man United teammates

    Harry Maguire has reportedly ‘upset’ some of his Man United teammates

    Maguire’s teammates are reportedly questioning his place in the United team. Harry Maguire’s starting spot at Manchester United has come under more scrutiny, with some of his teammates reportedly questioning his continued selection. The Red Devils captain is also said to have ‘upset’ some of his teammates with his post-match interviews. While Man United are […]

    4 years ago