“He’s been doing it to you his whole career and you don’t even know it.” Tiger Woods used several mind games to disrupt Phil Mickelson when they were paired together during golf tournaments, according to a new biography of Mickelson. The American golfers were two of the most talented and successful players of their generation […]

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Collins is wanted by several Premier League clubs. Two Premier League clubs are stepping up their efforts to sign Nathan Collins, according to reports. Leicester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers are understood to be keen on signing the Republic of Ireland defender ahead of the new Premier League season. Burnley are also said to have set […]

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“Who knows who the next player is that’s going to sign up, but I just know it’s not going to be me.” Shane Lowry has ruled out signing up to the Saudi-backed LIV Golf tour and said he is happy to continue competing on the PGA Tour and the European Tour. The Irish golfer said […]

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Ramsay will be Liverpool’s third transfer of the summer. Liverpool are set to sign teenage full-back Calvin Ramsay from Aberdeen, the club’s third and ‘final’ transfer of the summer transfer window. According to reports, Liverpool will not make any more incoming transfers before the new season kicks off in August. The Reds, however, are still […]

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Bazunu is set to sign for the Saints. Gavin Bazunu is on the brink of joining Southampton on a permanent deal from Manchester City, according to multiple reports. The Republic of Ireland international, 20, will have the opportunity to become the Premier League team’s number one goalkeeper next season. Gavin Bazunu signs for Southampton from […]

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“LIV is never going to have that.” Rory McIlroy has offered a damning assessment of the Saudi-backed LIV Golf tour ahead of the US Open. The Northern Irish golfer, who won the Canadian Open last weekend, said that winning tournaments on the LIV tour ultimately ‘doesn’t really mean anything’ beyond the financial rewards on offer. […]

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Ukraine 1-1 Ireland. The Republic of Ireland drew 1-1 away to Ukraine in their final Uefa Nations League game of the month. Ireland took the lead in the Polish city of Lodz through an incredible goal from Nathan Collins in the first half. Ukraine, however, equalised after half-time through Artem Dovbyk. Here is how we […]

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“The supporters see the potential in the team, they know we’re not perfect.” Stephen Kenny has declared that the Republic of Ireland’s 3-0 victory over Scotland is the team’s ‘most signficant’ home win in seven years. Alan Browne, Troy Parrott and Michael Obafemi scored for the Boys in Green on Saturday as they outplayed Scotland […]

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Ireland 3-0 Scotland. The Republic of Ireland beat Scotland 3-0 in the Uefa Nations League on Saturday. Kenny’s team recorded an impressive victory at the Aviva Stadium thanks to goals from Alan Browne, Troy Parrott and Michael Obafemi. After 13 attempts, Ireland have finally recorded a win in the Nations League. The victory over Scotland, […]

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Ireland have made some changes for the game at the Aviva Stadium. The Republic of Ireland have named their team to play Scotland in the Uefa Nations League. Stephen Kenny’s side host Scotland at the Aviva Stadium in the third game of this year’s Nations League campaign. The Boys in Green lost 1-0 to Armenia […]

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“I think Stephen misread the situation when he came into the job…” Brian Kerr has said that Stephen Kenny underestimated the difficulty of international football and he ‘misread the situation.’ Kerr made the comments after the Republic of Ireland lost 1-0 to Ukraine on Wednesday night in the Uefa Nations League. The visitors made 10 […]

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Ireland 0-1 Ukraine. The Republic of Ireland lost 1-0 against Ukraine in the Uefa Nations League on Wednesday night. The visitors made 10 changes for the game at the Aviva Stadium, but still found a way past Stephen Kenny’s team. Before Wednesday night, Ireland had failed to win a competitive match at home in almost […]

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“He was strolling around the place as if he hadn’t a care in the world.” Eamon Dunphy has said that Callum Robinson is the ‘most overhyped’ Republic of Ireland player he has seen ‘in a long time’. The veteran football pundit was critical of Robinson after Ireland’s disappointing 1-0 defeat to Armenia on Saturday. Stephen […]

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Ireland need to change their formation. The Republic of Ireland are back in action on Wednesday night as they host Ukraine at the Aviva Stadium in the Uefa Nations League. Ireland will be aiming to bounce back from a disappointing defeat to Armenia on Saturday. Stephen Kenny’s side lost 1-0 in Yerevan to the team […]

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“I just don’t know where the Irish team goes from here.” Richard Dunne criticised the Republic of Ireland’s performance against Armenia on Saturday. Ireland lost the Uefa Nations League tie 1-0 in Yerevan after Eduard Spertsyan scored a long-distance strike in the second. Stephen Kenny’s team dominated possession in the match but failed to break […]

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Armenia defeat shows Ireland’s midfield is being overrun. At Euro 2012, Ireland went into the tournament with Glenn Whelan and Keith Andrews as their first-choice central midfield pair. Against Andrea Pirlo, Xavi, Sergio Busquets and Luka Modric in a stacked group, this proved to be the equivalent of trying to fight a war with a […]

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Armenia 1-0 Republic of Ireland. The Republic of Ireland lost 1-0 to Armenia in the opening game of their Uefa Nations League campaign on Saturday. In sweltering heat at the Republic Stadium in Yereven, Stephen Kenny’s side struggled to break down the team ranked 92nd in the world. Ireland were flat and laboured and looked […]

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Liverpool are planning for the future Liverpool have a compiled shortlist of transfer targets to replace Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah should the pair leave, according to reports. Mane and Salah both have one year remaining on their contracts, meaning this summer is the club’s final chance to sell them or risk losing them for […]

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Liverpool are planning for the future. Liverpool have a compiled shortlist of transfer targets to replace Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah should the pair leave, according to reports. Mane and Salah both have one year remaining on their contracts, meaning this summer is the club’s final chance to sell them or risk losing them for […]

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“Is there nothing you’re not an expert on?” Richard Keys has taken aim at Gary Neville after the Sky Sports pundit criticised BT Sport’s coverage of the Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid. The final at the Stade de France was delayed by 35 minutes as some Liverpool ticket-holders were held outside the […]

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“One of the most overrated players in European football.” Didi Hamann has labelled Thiago Alcantara as “one of the most overrated players in European football” following Liverpool’s loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League final. Thiago didn’t appear to be at full fitness for the match in Paris but has been a key player […]

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Mourinho wanted to sell Martial. Jose Mourinho reportedly felt that three current Manchester United players were “too soft” to help restore the club to glory during his time as manager. Man United appointed Mourinho in 2016 and he helped the team win the Europa League and the League Cup in his first season. In his […]

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Real Madrid 1-0 Liverpool. Real Madrid are European champions for the 14th time in their history. The Spanish champions beat Liverpool 1-0 at the Stade de France in Paris in the Champions League final on Saturday night. Liverpool dominated for large periods but couldn’t find a way past Thibaut Courtois, who made several incredible saves. […]

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“From then on, after those words, his actions have been something else.” Frank Lampard has offered insight into his working relationship with Seamus Coleman, and detailed how the Everton captain helped him steer the club away from relegation. Lampard heaped praise on the Irish defender after Everton’s Premier League status was confirmed last week with […]

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Brought to you by NOW. 15 out of 20 is an excellent score. The Champions League final takes place on Saturday in Paris, and to celebrate we’ve compiled the ultimate Liverpool-Real Madrid quiz. For the second time in four years, the pair will meet in the Champions League final. Real Madrid beat Liverpool in 2018, […]

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Ireland will play four games in June. Stephen Kenny has named his Republic of Ireland squad for June’s Uefa Nations League matches. Blackpool’s CJ Hamilton has received his first call-up to the squad. The London-born forward grew up in Waterford and has been brought into the squad after scoring twice for Blackpool last season. Festy […]

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“There are plenty of Scottish players that have played for other teams.” Aiden McGeady has detailed the level of abuse he suffered in Scotland after choosing to play for the Republic of Ireland at international level. McGeady earned 93 caps for Ireland, represented the country for 13 years and played for the Boys in Green […]

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“You’ll need more than that here, son.” Alex Ferguson delivered a cutting put down to Manchester United assistant manager Chris Armas, according to reports. Armas worked as a coach under interim manager Ralf Rangnick and behind the scenes information from their brief Old Trafford spell has begun to emerge. Rangnick’s reign was not a happy […]

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“My goalkeeper was attacked.” Manchester City have issued an apology after Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen was assaulted during the pitch invasion which followed the full-time whistle at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Villa manager Steven Gerrard said in his post-match press conference that Olsen was “attacked” at the final whistle. City staged a dramatic […]

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“You’re loving this, aren’t you, Roy?” Roy Keane understandably wasn’t in a party mood on Sunday afternoon as Manchester City lifted the Premier League trophy. Pep Guardiola’s side pipped Liverpool to the title after recording a dramatic 3-2 win over Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium. Following the game, Sky Sports pundit and ex-Man City […]

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“No sympathy for Burnley.” Roy Keane has criticised Burnley’s decision to sack former manager Sean Dyche after the Clarets were relegated from the Premier League. Burnley dropped into the Championship after losing 2-1 to Newcastle United on Sunday, and Leeds recorded a 2-1 victory over Brentford. The club’s six-year stay in the top-flight has come […]

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“One of the best people I have ever met.” Frank Lampard paid an emotional tribute to Seamus Coleman in the Everton dressing room after the Toffees secured their Premier League status. Everton came from two goals behind to beat Crystal Palace 3-2 at Goodison Park on Thursday night. The dramatic win ensured that they would […]

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Wan-Bissaka is not expected to be in Ten Hag’s plans. Erik ten Hag will allow Aaron Wan-Bissaka to leave Manchester United this summer, according to reports. The full-back is not expected to be in Ten Hag’s plans, and, in one of his first major decisions, the new Red Devils coach is reportedly looking to move […]

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“Great effort in the Europa League from Rangers and the players have given their all.” Chris Sutton praised the efforts of the Rangers players in their Europa League final loss to Eintracht Frankfurt. The Celtic legend, however, also couldn’t resist throwing a subtle dig at the club and their penalty record after Rangers came agonisingly […]

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Martinez could cost Man United €30m. Erik ten Hag has identified Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez as a potential transfer target for Manchester United, according to reports. The new Red Devils manager reportedly wants to sign at least four players this summer and is interested in taking the Ajax player with him to Old Trafford. Ten […]

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Ten Hag is due to begin his role earlier than previously expected. Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick wants to debrief Erik ten Hag on the many problems at the club, according to reports. Rangnick has been vocal about the issues at the Red Devils and wants to share his suggestions to improve the situation […]

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Two unnamed Man United players reportedly had a fight in training. Manchester United’s training session had to be ended early on Thursday after two players were involved in a fight, according to reports. The reported incident is the latest sign of discontent at Man United in what has been a miserable campaign for the club. […]

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McTominay isn’t one of Man United’s main problems, but the team needs an upgrade in central midfield. Manchester United’s issues are numerous, deep-rooted and long-standing. The problems are everywhere you look, from the owners to some of the players to even the club’s social media strategy. So, within this context, it may seem unfair to […]

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Bazunu isn’t short of options. Two Premier League clubs are interested in signing Gazin Bazunu on loan next season, according to reports. The Republic of Ireland goalkeeper, 20, impressed on loan with Portsmouth this season and is set to return to parent club Manchester City in the summer. Bazunu, however, is likely to remain with […]

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“I wasn’t going to say, ‘Roy, what’s all that about?’” Luke Chadwick has recalled his car journey with Roy Keane after the Irishman’s red card against Manchester City in April 2001. The former Manchester United captain was sent off in the game for an infamous challenge on Alf-Inge Haaland. The pair had previous, and Keane […]

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“Guardiola suffocates teams and players.” Didi Hamann has criticised Pep Guardiola following Manchester City’s dramatic elimination from the Champions League by Real Madrid on Wednesday night. Guardiola’s team were leading 1-0 in the Champions League semi-final second leg, and 5-3 on aggregate, going into the final few minutes at the Bernabeu. However, Madrid mounted a […]

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“What he said to me just blew me away.” Ronnie O’Sullivan has paid tribute to Judd Trump following his victory over Trump in the World Snooker Championship final on Monday night. O’Sullivan won the World Snooker Championship for a seventh time with an 18-13 win. The 46-year-old, has become the oldest world champion in snooker […]

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O’Sullivan is now a seven-time world champion. Ronnie O’Sullivan has won the World Snooker Championship for a seventh time with an 18-13 victory over Judd Trump. O’Sullivan, 46, has become the oldest world champion in snooker history and, more notably, equalled Stephen Hendry’s record of seven world titles. The Englishman also won a cheque for […]

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“And he’s gone, ‘Come on then, let’s go and sort it out like men’.” Steve Sidwell has recalled the time he angered Mick McCarthy by rejecting the chance to join Wolverhampton Wanderers at the 11th hour. Back in January 2011, Sidwell’s time at Aston Villa was coming to an end and he was looking for […]

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“Nobody mentions him, whether he’ll miss out.” Roy Keane has been speaking about Cristiano Ronaldo’s future at Manchester United, and has defended his former teammate against suggestions he is a ‘problem.’ Ronaldo scored the equalising goal for the Red Devils against Chelsea on Thursday at Old Trafford. Chelsea outplayed the home side in the Premier […]

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“He thought no, I want to win some trophies.” Roy Keane has joked that Antonio Rudiger opted against joining Manchester United because he wants ‘to win some trophies.’ Rudiger is set to leave Chelsea on a free transfer at the end of the season and a host of top European clubs have been linked with […]

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Rangnick could reportedly keep his consultancy role at Man United. Ralf Rangnick has been offered the chance to become the manager of the Austria national team, according to reports. Manchester United’s interim manager is due to move into a consultancy role at Old Trafford in the summer. Rangnick, however, could leave that role, or possibly […]

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“Roy is first and foremost a winner.” Daryl Horgan has backed Roy Keane to take over as the new manager of Hibernian. 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 […]

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“He didn’t have to do that.” Katie Taylor has spoken about how a phone call from Roy Keane helped her in the ‘lowest moment’ of her career after she lost at the Rio Olympics. Taylor was the defending lightweight champion at the Olympics in 2016 and was expected to win her second gold medal following […]

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“That’s the one that really hurt me.” Robbie Keane has been reflecting on his time with Liverpool and explained why he opted to leave the club so soon into his spell at Anfield. The Republic of Ireland’s record goalscorer joined the Reds from Tottenham Hotspur in the summer of 2008 for £19m. Keane had been […]

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