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  • Roy Keane picks best ‘against XI’ with only one household Premier League star

    Roy Keane picks best ‘against XI’ with only one household Premier League star

    Not like Keane to stick the boot into Arsenal! Manchester United legend Roy Keane has named his best XI of players he has played against, including only one household Premier League name. Keane, speaking at Like At The Marquee in Cork on Monday night, was asked by host Roddy Doyle to name an ‘against’ XI, […]

    9 months ago

  • Ireland reveal the eclectic song choices of their six debutants vs Georgia

    Ireland reveal the eclectic song choices of their six debutants vs Georgia

    A proud moment for the six men! The most pleasing aspect of Ireland’s 34-5 win over Georgia on Saturday, was the six new players that made their debuts. In the starting side, Darragh Murray and Tommy O’Brien were named, with Michael Milne, Jack Aungier, Tom Ahern, and Ben Murphy coming off the bench. As is […]

    9 months ago

  • Rooney lands new big-money role on iconic football show

    Rooney lands new big-money role on iconic football show

    He’d been linked with a move to Macclesfield Wayne Rooney has reportedly landed a new £800,000 two-year deal to become a regular Match of the Day pundit. The 39-year-old former Manchester United star left his managerial position at Plymouth seven months ago, and had been linked with other managerial jobs in the EFL, including League […]

    9 months ago

  • Fan backlash prompts major update in Irish winger’s move to Brazilian giants

    Fan backlash prompts major update in Irish winger’s move to Brazilian giants

    He looked nailed on for a move West Brom’s Irish winger Mikey Johnston looked set to join Brazilian giants Flamengo, but that move has stalled after reported backlash from supporters. It was revealed on Saturday that the 26-year-old, who has 15 caps for Republic of Ireland, was set to complete a €5.8m move to Flamengo, […]

    9 months ago

  • Ex-partner blames Gardaí for not stopping DJ Carey fraud over a decade ago

    Ex-partner blames Gardaí for not stopping DJ Carey fraud over a decade ago

    She gave a revealing interview! The former partner of disgraced ex-hurler, DJ Carey, has spoken out after the legendary Kilkenny player pleaded guilty to 10 charges of defrauding individuals by falsely claiming he had cancer in order to obtain money. Sarah Newman left Carey in 2012 after finding out about his lies, and claims that she […]

    9 months ago

  • Cork legend on how ‘Corkness’ tag rests on All-Ireland success

    Cork legend on how ‘Corkness’ tag rests on All-Ireland success

    This will be an epic battle Cork legend Tomás Mulcahy insists the ‘Corkness’ tag cannot exist until the county bring back the All-Ireland title. Cork face Dublin at Croke Park in Saturday’s All-Ireland semi-final, with no hurling All-Ireland victory since 2005. Kilkenny or Tipperary, who face each other on Sunday in the other semi-final, await […]

    9 months ago

  • Shelbourne name ex-Premier League defender as new boss after shock Damien Duff exit

    Shelbourne name ex-Premier League defender as new boss after shock Damien Duff exit

    An ‘unexpected’ appointment After Damien Duff shocked the League of Ireland last month with his departure from Shelbourne, the club have announced his successor. Duff’s right-hand man, assistant manager Joey O’Brien, has been named as their new boss on a long-term contract. O’Brien, who earned five caps for Republic of Ireland and played in the […]

    9 months ago

  • Fans leave tributes to Diogo Jota outside Anfield

    Fans leave tributes to Diogo Jota outside Anfield

    The footballer passed away last night Fans from across Liverpool have come together to remember the life of Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away in a car crash.  New footage taken at Anfield today shows scores of Liverpool fans laying flowers around the foot of the club’s iconic football ground. Others can be seen shedding […]

    9 months ago

  • Dublin legend slams county board over Dessie Farrell departure

    Dublin legend slams county board over Dessie Farrell departure

    He was highly critical! Despite Dublin’s All-Ireland quarter-final loss to Tyrone on Saturday, the big story was the resignation of manager Dessie Farrell after the match. The former Sky Blues player took over at the end of 2019 and led the side to All-Ireland SFC glory in 2020 and 2023. However, fans have been critical […]

    9 months ago

  • Seán O’Shea’s Kerry highlights show foolishness of Armagh tactics

    Seán O’Shea’s Kerry highlights show foolishness of Armagh tactics

    Crazy stuff from the Oak Leafers! After 40 minutes of Sunday’s All-Ireland quarter-final between Kerry and Armagh, the Ulster side found themselves up by five points following a super score from Rian O’Neill. Just over 16 minutes later they were trailing the Kingdom by 10 points. While this was largely down to some outrageous pointing, […]

    9 months ago

  • Ex-England out-half thinks Lions selection shows likely Test partnership

    Ex-England out-half thinks Lions selection shows likely Test partnership

    He makes a good point. Tomorrow we will see the Lions debut of Jamison Gibson-Park, against the Reds. The Ireland scrum-half returns after a minor injury, having missed the loss to Argentina and the win over the Western Force. He is the favourite for many to start the Tests against the Wallabies, and former England […]

    9 months ago

  • Young English star making eligibility switch to Ireland

    Young English star making eligibility switch to Ireland

    A future international potentially….. Sligo Rovers man, Owen Elding, is in the process of switching to the Republic of Ireland. The 19-year-old is English but moved to Ireland at 11, when his dad, Anthony, was playing for Sligo. Elding was also in the news for other reasons this week, after his screamer against Bohemians, his […]

    10 months ago

  • Meath’s epic win over Galway ends in hooter controversy

    Meath’s epic win over Galway ends in hooter controversy

    A questionable ending…. Meath have booked their place in the All-Ireland semi-finals, after an epic, 2-16 to 2-15, win over Galway at Croke Park this afternoon. Their team of young stars defied the odds, with man-of-the-match Jordan Morris scoring 1-06. The second-half of the match was thrilling, as the Royals raced in to a six-point […]

    10 months ago

  • How to watch Jake Paul vs Chavez Jr live stream in Ireland

    How to watch Jake Paul vs Chavez Jr live stream in Ireland

    How to stream Jake Paul vs Chavez Jr This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Jake Paul is back in the ring with a tough test against Mexican veteran Julio César Chávez Jr this weekend. The two will fight in Anaheim at the Honda Center with […]

    10 months ago

  • Galway hero goes against the grain with All-Ireland SHC pick

    Galway hero goes against the grain with All-Ireland SHC pick

    An interesting call…. With Limerick out of the All-Ireland SHC for 2025, it’s full steam ahead for Cork, who are now the clear favourites to lift their first title since 2005. At the bookies they stand at 4/5, with Kilkenny at 10/3, Tipperary 7/2, and Dublin 13/1. Galway legend, Joe Canning, has admitted that he […]

    10 months ago

  • Dan Sheehan surprised to find that English star isn’t a “d**khead”

    Dan Sheehan surprised to find that English star isn’t a “d**khead”

    A revelation for the Leinster hooker. Despite a large cohort on social media still seemingly bemused at the enduring popularity of the Lions, it is fairly obvious why it continues to draw eyes to this day. Its uniqueness, like golf’s Ryder Cup, is what sets it apart from all other competitions in the sport and […]

    10 months ago

  • Cork legend says misuse of black card rule changed game in Dublin vs Limerick

    Cork legend says misuse of black card rule changed game in Dublin vs Limerick

    A bold call! While most agree that Dublin were deserved winners in their All-Ireland quarter-final clash with Limerick at Croke Park yesterday, the Treaty men can count themselves unlucky to an extent. The Sky Blues were four-point winners in the end, but late in the game, Limerick had a golden opportunity to reduce the deficit. […]

    10 months ago

  • Damien Duff quits as Shelbourne boss after shock meeting

    Damien Duff quits as Shelbourne boss after shock meeting

    Wow! As reported in the Irish Examiner, Damien Duff has quit as manager of Shelbourne. The Ireland legend led his side to the league title last year, and is known as the most colourful, passionate, and outspoken boss in the league. The shock revelation comes after their 1-0 loss at home to Derry on Friday. […]

    10 months ago

  • Dónal Óg explains why Dublin shock vs Limerick is so big for hurling

    Dónal Óg explains why Dublin shock vs Limerick is so big for hurling

    What an upset! In one of the biggest All-Ireland SHC shocks ever, Dublin have beaten Limerick in their quarter-final by 2-24 to 0-28. And the task at hand for the Sky Blues was made even harder when Chris Crummey was shown a red card for a challenge on Gearóid Hegarty after just 15 minutes. The […]

    10 months ago

  • Dublin legend not buying ‘bulls**t’ Kerry narrative

    Dublin legend not buying ‘bulls**t’ Kerry narrative

    He is not having it one bit! For most of the season, Kerry have been favourites to regain their All-Ireland SFC crown, which they last won in 2022. They took home the National League title, dismantling Mayo in the final, before hammering Clare to win a fifth Munster SFC in a row. All was looking […]

    10 months ago

  • The staggering cost of tickets to Manchester United’s first home game against Arsenal

    The staggering cost of tickets to Manchester United’s first home game against Arsenal

    Tickets for Manchester United vs Arsenal are available now This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Manchester United’s Premier League season will kick off with a game against last year’s runners up Arsenal in the biggest match of the opening weekend. Fans who are looking forward […]

    10 months ago

  • Liverpool vs Bournemouth tickets on sale already for Premier League opener

    Liverpool vs Bournemouth tickets on sale already for Premier League opener

    How to get Liverpool vs Bournemouth tickets This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Premier League tickets for Liverpool’s opening game against Bournemouth at Anfield are already on sale thanks to a deal with an official seller. Liverpool will play at Anfield on the opening day […]

    10 months ago

  • Manchester United 2025/26 tickets to go on sale early after fixtures announcement

    Manchester United 2025/26 tickets to go on sale early after fixtures announcement

    How to get Manchester United 2025/26 tickets early This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Manchester United fans can buy tickets for the opening Premier League games from 9am tomorrow (Wednesday 18 June) after a ticket seller releases seats early. Seat Unique has secured a deal […]

    10 months ago

  • Arsenal fans can get tickets for 2025/26 outside of the dreaded ballot under new deal

    Arsenal fans can get tickets for 2025/26 outside of the dreaded ballot under new deal

    How to get Arsenal tickets for the 2025/26 season This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Arsenal fans can buy tickets to the opening Premier League games without resorting to illegal ticket sellers and touts. An official seller, Seat Unique, will list tickets soon after the […]

    10 months ago

  • Pat Spillane disagrees with many on divisive GAA issue

    Pat Spillane disagrees with many on divisive GAA issue

    It is a controversial topic. Pat Spillane has come out strongly against the current split season. As of now, the All-Ireland SFC and SHC finals are played in July, rather than the traditional September showpieces which were such a significant part of the Irish sporting calendar for many years. The split season was introduced more […]

    10 months ago

  • A number of big Prem clubs join the race to sign Nathan Collins

    A number of big Prem clubs join the race to sign Nathan Collins

    He is a wanted man! We reported last week on Tottenham Hotspur’s interest in Ireland centre-back, Nathan Collins. Spurs still looks like the most likely destination for the Kildare man if he was to leave, given that Brentford’s ex-manager, Thomas Frank, has just moved to Spurs to take over from Ange Postecoglou. However, TRB Football […]

    10 months ago

  • Ticket prices for the NFL game at Croke Park are outrageous

    Ticket prices for the NFL game at Croke Park are outrageous

    Outrageous! If you are lucky enough to be selected for the opportunity to purchase a ticket for the Pittsburgh Steelers vs the Minnesota Vikings at Croke Park on September 28, you will be paying a pretty penny. The two sides meet in week four of the upcoming NFL season, in what is the first regular-season […]

    10 months ago

  • Premier League reveals new way to get tickets to Anfield, Old Trafford and Emirates

    Premier League reveals new way to get tickets to Anfield, Old Trafford and Emirates

    How to get tickets for Premier League 2025/25 season This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. The Premier League’s biggest teams have announced a partnership with a ticket seller that will help fans get tickets to some of the league’s biggest games even if they do […]

    10 months ago

  • Hoops boss reveals disrespectful FAI made him leave Ireland job interview

    Hoops boss reveals disrespectful FAI made him leave Ireland job interview

    Very poor form. When Stephen Kenny left his role as Ireland boss in 2023, Stephen Bradley was an obvious candidate to replace him, given his success with Shamrock Rovers. Speaking with Off the Ball, Bradley revealed that he was initially ‘approached through back channels’, before a meeting with then FAI CEO Johnathan Hill, and then […]

    10 months ago

  • Roy Keane slams England veteran after dire Senegal loss

    Roy Keane slams England veteran after dire Senegal loss

    He didn’t hold back. Thomas Tuchel and England were brought swiftly back down to earth after suffering a 3-1 loss to Senegal, and days after a dodgy 1-0 win away to Andorra. On punditry duty was Roy Keane, and he didn’t hold back in his assessment of veteran fullback Kyle Walker, currently on loan at […]

    10 months ago

  • Luxembourg boss happy to let domestic abuser face Ireland this evening

    Luxembourg boss happy to let domestic abuser face Ireland this evening

    Poor judgement. When Luxembourg rocked up to the Aviva Stadium in March of 2021 to face Stephen Kenny’s Ireland side in a World Cup qualifier, few gave the minnows a chance. But they came away with a shock 1-0 win, in what was probably the low point of Kenny’s reign. The man who got the […]

    10 months ago

  • GAA top-dog Burns clears up any confusion over Irish presidency hopes

    GAA top-dog Burns clears up any confusion over Irish presidency hopes

    Well that’s that then. GAA president Jarlath Burns has reiterated his stance on whether he will run for Áras an Uachtaráin. With the reign of Michael D. Higgins coming to an end, Burns has been mentioned as a possible successor, given his success in his current role, and was even 33/1 at the bookies to […]

    10 months ago

  • Worrying trend for Ireland out-halves comes to fore in Leinster vs Glasgow

    Worrying trend for Ireland out-halves comes to fore in Leinster vs Glasgow

    Not where they want to be. On paper, a relatively easy, 37-19, win for Leinster against Glasgow this afternoon, but the home side earned it with a dogged showing from minute one until minute 80. Player of the Match Ryan Baird typified the Leinster performance, as well the likes of Tommy O’Brien, Jamie Osborne, and […]

    10 months ago

  • Ireland continue with questionable squad choice for summer tour

    Ireland continue with questionable squad choice for summer tour

    It doesn’t make much sense. Paul O’Connell has named his Ireland rugby squad for the upcoming summer tour of Georgia and Portugal. It is officially a 32-man squad, but is really 35, as once again Ireland have named a number of training panellists. The addition of training panellists has, rightfully, been questioned in the past […]

    10 months ago

  • South Africa captain wants Munster to ‘get over’ shoot-out controversy

    South Africa captain wants Munster to ‘get over’ shoot-out controversy

    He came out strong…. South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has come out in support of Sharks teammate Jordan Hendrikse after the URC shoot-out incident during their quarter-final against Munster on Saturday. With the sides level after 80 minutes, the game went to extra-time, and after a charged-down drop-goal attempt from Jordan Hendrikse just before the […]

    10 months ago

  • Munster fans enraged over ‘cheeky’ wink in epic shoot-out loss

    Munster fans enraged over ‘cheeky’ wink in epic shoot-out loss

    They didn’t go down easy. Munster were knocked out of the URC play-offs in epic fashion yesterday in Durban. They went out on their shields, as they always seem to do in the biggest of games, against the Sharks, in a game that literally went right to the wire. With the sides level after 80 […]

    11 months ago

  • Anger from fans as New York clinch historic Lory Meaghar trophy

    Anger from fans as New York clinch historic Lory Meaghar trophy

    Hurling folk are not happy. New York have won their very first Lory Meagher title, defeating Cavan this evening by 4-17 to 2-17 at Croke Park. Last weekend’s semi-final in the fifth-tier of the All-Ireland was the first time New York had played championship hurling since 2006. Nicely for them, they were propelled straight into […]

    11 months ago

  • Déise legend begs for Championship change to save Waterford hurlers

    Déise legend begs for Championship change to save Waterford hurlers

    He’s not a happy camper. Once again, Waterford’s championship is over before the All-Ireland series has begun, having finished last in the Munster SHC. Unfortunately for the Déise and Clare, and the likes of Wexford in Leinster, there is no back door into the All-Ireland. Waterford legend John Mullane has slammed this change in the […]

    11 months ago

  • Munster to pay tribute to mother of Anthony Foley & wife of former star

    Munster to pay tribute to mother of Anthony Foley & wife of former star

    A sad week for the club. Sheelagh Foley, the mother of late Munster and Ireland icon, Anthony Foley, passed away last Wednesday, as did Michelle Payne, the wife of former player and team manager, Shaun Payne. Former No 8, Foley, is one of the most iconic players in the province’s history, and died while he […]

    11 months ago

  • Tributes pour in after passing of Clare minor star Éanna Rouine

    Tributes pour in after passing of Clare minor star Éanna Rouine

    RIP. Former Clare underage star, Éanna Rouine, tragically passed away on Tuesday morning. The youngster played football for his county at minor level in 2021 and was a member of the Under-20s panel from 2022 to 2024. He represented his school, Ennistymon CBS, helping them to a provincial double in 2023, and his club Ennistymon […]

    11 months ago

  • Ex-Meath player who died in crash may have ‘fallen asleep at the wheel’

    Ex-Meath player who died in crash may have ‘fallen asleep at the wheel’

    RIP. Denis Kealy, 43, died from injuries suffered in a single-vehicle collision with a tree on June 24, 2023. He was married to Charlene Kealy, was a father to three children, and played football for Meath and his club Dunshaughlin. He played a significant role in his club’s ‘Golden era’, during which they won an […]

    11 months ago

  • Tyrone GAA maverick may be lost to Premier League side

    Tyrone GAA maverick may be lost to Premier League side

    This would be a huge loss. While most of the attention was on the seniors defeating Donegal on Saturday, Tyrone may have unearthed a gem in Joel Kerr. The youngster won man of the match in the Ulster Minor Football Championship final, as the Red Hands achieved a 2-11 to 1-8 win over Cavan, with […]

    11 months ago

  • Waterford star lucky after striking Cork captain in the neck with hurl

    Waterford star lucky after striking Cork captain in the neck with hurl

    Fortunate…. Cork host Waterford this afternoon at Páirc Uí Chaoimh in the Munster SHC. It’s a winner-takes-all clash with the victor advancing to the All-Ireland quarter-finals, while the Rebels have a chance to make the provincial final. At the time of writing, it is nip and tuck between the sides, and the Déise are lucky […]

    11 months ago

  • Fans rip into GAA+ over scheduling on packed day of sport

    Fans rip into GAA+ over scheduling on packed day of sport

    They are not too pleased. There were multiple, tantalising All-Ireland SFC clashes this afternoon and evening, yet none were shown or are being shown on terrestrial television in Ireland. And just two are streaming on the official streaming service, GAA+; Louth vs Monaghan and Donegal vs Tyrone. A further kick in the teeth is that […]

    11 months ago

  • Kyle Hayes punishment confirmed by judge day after MOTM performance

    Kyle Hayes punishment confirmed by judge day after MOTM performance

    The Limerick hurling star was in court. Limerick hurler Kyle Hayes appeared in Limerick Circuit Criminal Court yesterday, where a judge confirmed his community service instead of the three-month jail sentence. The All-Star was given an 18-month suspended jail term for a violent disorder conviction following an incident outside Icon nightclub in Limerick in 2019. […]

    11 months ago

  • Kyle Hayes receives huge plaudits just weeks after court appearance

    Kyle Hayes receives huge plaudits just weeks after court appearance

    An outstanding performance. Limerick dished out a serious hammering to Cork this afternoon, which went some way to easing the pain of their loss to the Rebels in last year’s All-Ireland semi-final. There were a number of classy performances for the the Treaty in their 3-26 to 1-16 win at the Gaelic Grounds, with Adam […]

    11 months ago

  • Mayo fans call for end of Kevin McStay’s reign after shock Cavan loss

    Mayo fans call for end of Kevin McStay’s reign after shock Cavan loss

    A tough one for Mayo. Cavan defeated Mayo at MacHale Park this afternoon, 1-17 to 1-14, in their opening game of the All-Ireland round robin stage. It puts Mayo in a perilous position already, as Cavan would have been considered the weakest team in a group that also includes Tyrone and Ulster champions Donegal. Thankfully […]

    11 months ago

  • Hoops boss slams disgusting racist abuse of 16-year-old star

    Hoops boss slams disgusting racist abuse of 16-year-old star

    Stephen Bradley was rightly incensed. Shamrock Rovers were victorious in their away trip to Waterford on Friday, winning 3-1 in their League of Ireland clash. Ahead of tomorrow’s LOI game against St Pat’s, Hoops boss Stephen Bradley slammed the racist abuse aimed at his 16-year-old star, Victor Ozhianvuna. The youngster has represented Ireland at Under-15s […]

    11 months ago

  • One of the best sports movies of the decade is now available to stream

    One of the best sports movies of the decade is now available to stream

    It’s an incredible film. The Iron Claw tells the story of the famed Von Erich wrestling family through the eyes of the second-oldest son, Kevin, as he navigates a career in the sport, a cruel and overbearing father, and multiple tragedies along the way. The film was released to critical acclaim in Ireland in 2024, […]

    11 months ago

  • Ireland star calls out Leinster signings after sevens side is axed

    Ireland star calls out Leinster signings after sevens side is axed

    He has laid into the IRFU. Former Ireland sevens star, Terry Kennedy, has blasted the IRFU over their axing of the men’s sevens program. Kennedy is considered Ireland’s best ever player in the short-format version of rugby, and won the World Rugby Men’s Sevens Player of the Year award in 2022, before taking time off […]

    11 months ago

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