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  • Slot has theory on Palace fan disruption for Diogo Jota silence at Wembley

    Slot has theory on Palace fan disruption for Diogo Jota silence at Wembley

    The disruption drew anger from both sets of fans Liverpool manager Arne Slot has sprung to the defence of Crystal Palace fans, claiming the disruption of the minute’s silence for Diogo Jota and Andre Silva was unintentional. Before kick-off of the Community Shield at Wembley, there were tributes to Jota and Silva following their tragic […]

    7 months ago

  • Jake Paul’s MVP update provides major hope to Katie Taylor Croke Park fight

    Jake Paul’s MVP update provides major hope to Katie Taylor Croke Park fight

    This would be some occasion at Croker A fight between Katie Taylor and Chantelle Cameron at Croke Park could be funded by Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions, according to its CEO Nakisa Bidarian. Taylor has long spoken openly about wanting to fight at Dublin’s Croke Park, but Matchroom’s Eddie Hearn has been equally vocal about […]

    7 months ago

  • Mo Salah asks UEFA to state cause of death of ‘Palestinian Pele’ Suleiman Al-Obeid amid Israeli strike

    Mo Salah asks UEFA to state cause of death of ‘Palestinian Pele’ Suleiman Al-Obeid amid Israeli strike

    Salah replied to UEFA’s post on Saturday evening Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has posted on social media questioning why UEFA did not give more details for the reason behind the death of Suleiman Al-Obeid, nicknamed the ‘Palestinian Pele’. The Palestinian Football Association announced in the week that former international Al-Obaid had been killed. In a statement on X […]

    7 months ago

  • Vocal Leeds fans take over Dublin at sold-out Aviva but boo their own player

    Vocal Leeds fans take over Dublin at sold-out Aviva but boo their own player

    Leeds were held to a 1-1 draw by AC Milan Leeds fans were in full voice in Dublin on Saturday as they sold out the Aviva Stadium for their 1-1 draw with AC Milan in pre-season. There were over 51,000 inside the Aviva, the vast majority supporting Leeds, as they prepare to face Everton on August […]

    7 months ago

  • Surprise reports suggest massive F1 move for Alex Dunne in 2026

    Surprise reports suggest massive F1 move for Alex Dunne in 2026

    We could be seeing a lot more of Alex Dunne next yar Following an impressive season so far in F2, Irishman Alex Dunne could be set for a stunning move to F1 for 2026. GP Blog are reporting that Dunne is being considered for Cadillac’s F1 debut in 2026, with it looking “increasingly unlikely” that […]

    8 months ago

  • Sutton lays into ‘ridiculous, bizarre’ Celtic situation that could lead to Rodgers exit

    Sutton lays into ‘ridiculous, bizarre’ Celtic situation that could lead to Rodgers exit

    Sutton isn’t one to hold back, but it’s usually towards Rangers! Chris Sutton has gone on the warpath with Celtic, claiming the transfer situation at the club is “ridiculous” and “bizarre”. Sutton feels the Scottish Premiership champions have not properly strengthened the side for the new season, in particular a potential Champions League campaign, and […]

    8 months ago

  • Ireland cricketer makes history in final ball with against-all-odds shot

    Ireland cricketer makes history in final ball with against-all-odds shot

    Jane Maguire, that is incredible! Ireland’s Jane Maguire made history on Friday, hitting a six off the final ball to secure a dramatic T20 victory over Pakistan. With Ireland needing four off the final ball to win the match and the series with Pakistan, Maguire not only hit her first ever international six for the […]

    8 months ago

  • Former Ireland striker and convicted criminal Stokes signs for Conor McGregor’s pub team

    Former Ireland striker and convicted criminal Stokes signs for Conor McGregor’s pub team

    Stokes scored 160 goals in his 418 career club games Anthony Stokes, the former Republic of Ireland Ireland striker and convicted criminal, has signed for Conor McGregor’s pub team Black Forge FC. Stokes, 37, last played professional football in 2020 with Livingston, following a controversial career that saw him win nine Republic of Ireland caps. […]

    8 months ago

  • Ireland icon makes bold Evan Ferguson and Gyokeres comparison

    Ireland icon makes bold Evan Ferguson and Gyokeres comparison

    An interesting take… It’s fair to say that Evan Ferguson has had the perfect start to his Roma career, scoring a heap of goals in pre-season, including four in his first game. The 20-year-old Ireland striker is on loan with the Serie A giants from Brighton, following a tough few years hampered by injuries and […]

    8 months ago

  • Eighth-tier player scores what might be the best goal we’ve ever seen

    Eighth-tier player scores what might be the best goal we’ve ever seen

    Lee Wort of AFC Portchester, take a bow We know, we know. ‘Best goal ever’ gets banded about a fair bit. But this is something really special. AFC Portchester’s Lee Wort scored an unbelievable goal this week in their FA Cup extra preliminary round replay win over Melksham Town, and the footage from behind the goal […]

    8 months ago

  • Former England prop makes shock switch to Ireland ahead of World Cup

    Former England prop makes shock switch to Ireland ahead of World Cup

    Ellena Perry is named on the bench for Ireland’s warm-up with Canada While Irish football fans are fairly used to players switching allegiances to the England team, the Ireland rugby team have grabbed one for their own. Ahead of the Rugby World Cup, former England prop Ellena Perry is set to make a surprise debut […]

    8 months ago

  • Fans hit out at broadcasters for not showing Shelbourne’s historic win

    Fans hit out at broadcasters for not showing Shelbourne’s historic win

    Shelbourne are one game away from a full European campaign Shelbourne are halfway to making history following their 2-1 win at Rijeka on Thursday night, putting them in a fantastic position for a lengthy European campaign. If they get through next week’s Europa League 3rd qualifying round second leg at Tolka Park, they will be […]

    8 months ago

  • Hearn takes huge swipe at Croke Park for reluctance to host Katie Taylor fight

    Hearn takes huge swipe at Croke Park for reluctance to host Katie Taylor fight

    Katie Taylor is yet to announce her retirement from boxing Eddie Hearn has taken a swipe at Croke Park organisers for their apparent reluctance to want to host a Katie Taylor fight.  After beating Amanda Serrano for the third time at Madison Square Garden last month, the 39-year-old is yet to announce her retirement and […]

    8 months ago

  • Andy Farrell dressed as the ‘Front Man’ in hilarious Lions Squid Game reenactment

    Andy Farrell dressed as the ‘Front Man’ in hilarious Lions Squid Game reenactment

    The Lions’ preparation for the third Test was… interesting The Lions were kept fully entertained in between training sessions on the tour of Australia to help lighten the mood on what was a gruelling six-week stint Down Under. And before the third Test in Sydney, Lions staff put on a Squid Game-style task for the […]

    8 months ago

  • Darcy linked with Dubs job with star-studded backroom staff, but big question remains

    Darcy linked with Dubs job with star-studded backroom staff, but big question remains

    Dublin may finally have their man after Dessie Farrell’s departure It had all gone quiet on the Dublin manager’s job talk front since Ger Brennan left Louth, soon after Dessie Farrell’s departure from the Dubs. But the Irish Examiner are now reporting that Declan Darcy is being linked with a return to Dublin in the […]

    8 months ago

  • Former All Black makes outrageous anti-Lions claim for his World XV

    Former All Black makes outrageous anti-Lions claim for his World XV

    A big call! While they finished with a dud loss to the Wallabies on Saturday, the Lions have come away from a Australia as 2-1 winners of the 2025 series. It won’t go down as one of the finest Tours in their history or one of their strongest teams, but their were a handful of […]

    8 months ago

  • Player reveals which new GAA rule was best in sandbox match

    Player reveals which new GAA rule was best in sandbox match

    The GAA are testing new rules to improve the game A player who took part in the GAA football sandbox game trialling new rules last week has revealed which of the changes went down best. After Gaelic football was turned on its head in 2025 with the introduction of the two-point arc, we could see more changes sooner […]

    8 months ago

  • Spillane takes swipe at ‘cheerleading’ Ulster GAA experts for unbalanced analysis

    Spillane takes swipe at ‘cheerleading’ Ulster GAA experts for unbalanced analysis

    Kerry strolled past Donegal in last weekend’s All-Ireland SFC final Ulster GAA experts are too busy “cheerleading” their region to offer balanced analysis on football, according to Pat Spillane. Despite a fine run to the All-Ireland SFC final, Donegal fell short at Croke Park as David Clifford and co strolled to a convincing victory for […]

    8 months ago

  • Casey reveals moment he knew Dublin were up for ‘above and beyond’ All-Ireland show

    Casey reveals moment he knew Dublin were up for ‘above and beyond’ All-Ireland show

    Dublin strolled past Meath to win the TG4 All-Ireland senior title In association with TG4 Dublin joint manager Paul Casey said he knew when the squad assembled on Sunday morning that they were poised to go all the way and reclaim the TG4 All-Ireland senior title. “It’s obviously absolutely fantastic. When you have so much experience […]

    8 months ago

  • GAA trial revolutionary new hand pass rule – and how other rule changes went down with fans

    GAA trial revolutionary new hand pass rule – and how other rule changes went down with fans

    More changes could be imminent after two-point arc revolution Last week’s ‘sandbox’ match in Dublin saw the GAA trial several new rules, including the four-point goal, the ‘back-forth’ rule and variations of the hooter rule. With nearly 500 hand passes in Sunday’s All-Ireland SFC final between Donegal and Kerry, the GAA also trialled a new […]

    8 months ago

  • Joe Brolly attacks Jim McGuinness’ stubborn Donegal tactics yet again

    Joe Brolly attacks Jim McGuinness’ stubborn Donegal tactics yet again

    A week after Donegal defeat, Brolly keeps going at McGuinness As if he hasn’t had a tough enough week in the post-mortem of Donegal’s defeat by Kerry in the All-Ireland final, Jim McGuinness has been criticised again by Joe Brolly for his management style. Donegal’s zonal defence was ripped apart at Croke Park on Sunday, […]

    8 months ago

  • Ruben Amorim reveals bizarre messages from Jim Ratcliffe in candid interview

    Ruben Amorim reveals bizarre messages from Jim Ratcliffe in candid interview

    Amorim is heading into his first full season with Man Utd In a candid interview, Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has lifted the lid on his relationship with chairman Jim Ratcliffe. As well as reflecting on a difficult first nine months at Old Trafford, Amorim spoke of how he felt the team would struggle in […]

    8 months ago

  • Sky Sports commentator reveals moment he knew O’Gara was special behind the mic

    Sky Sports commentator reveals moment he knew O’Gara was special behind the mic

    The O’Gara-Biggar double act has been the sound of the summer The Lions tour of Australia has been worryingly drab at times, but the second Test in Melbourne brought things to life. Hugo Keenan’s late winning try sealed a series victory for the Lions, but off the pitch, one of the main spectacles has been […]

    8 months ago

  • One of the key secrets behind David Clifford magic revealed by Kerry selector

    One of the key secrets behind David Clifford magic revealed by Kerry selector

    Clifford is favourite to be named Footballer of the Year for a third time Talk of David Clifford being the greatest Gaelic footballer of all time ramped up after his stunning performance in Kerry’s All-Ireland SFC final victory over Donegal last weekend. Clifford’s record in big games has been outstanding, and his 8-48 made him […]

    8 months ago

  • New Liverpool kits 2025/26: Where to buy as orders open

    New Liverpool kits 2025/26: Where to buy as orders open

    The new Liverpool kits have officially launched This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. The new Liverpool home and away shirts have been launched on the same day as the club’s contract with Adidas begins. The sportswear giant has signed a £70m deal to produce Liverpool […]

    8 months ago

  • Conor McGregor loses appeal over civil rape case

    Conor McGregor loses appeal over civil rape case

    The court announced its decision today Conor McGregor has lost his appeal against the High Court finding that he raped Nikita Hand.  Hand had sued the former UFC fighter for damages over an accusation that McGregor raped her on the 9th of December 2018. The jury at McGregor’s civil trial found he had raped her […]

    8 months ago

  • Why everyone is talking about Liverpool’s 16-year-old dubbed ‘Rionel Messi’

    Why everyone is talking about Liverpool’s 16-year-old dubbed ‘Rionel Messi’

    Remember the name. Rio Ngumoha. Even before the friendly win over Yokohama F. Marinos on Wednesday, Liverpool’s 16-year-old forward Rio Ngumoha was being touted as a generational talent. His fantastic solo goal in the 3-1 victory has sent fans into overdrive, but the maturity shown beyond his years will come as no surprise to those […]

    8 months ago

  • Spillane takes swipe at McGuinness’ big-game record and ‘Ulster GAA gurus’

    Spillane takes swipe at McGuinness’ big-game record and ‘Ulster GAA gurus’

    Kerry are on top, so it’s difficult to argue! Pat Spillane has taken a swipe at Jim McGuinness’ big-match record following Donegal’s defeat by Kerry in Sunday’s All-Ireland SFC final. Despite a fine run to the final, Donegal fell short at Croke Park as David Clifford and co strolled to a convincing victory for Jack […]

    8 months ago

  • Walsh hits back at ‘stupid’ Jake Paul and calls out ‘full of s**t’ claims

    Walsh hits back at ‘stupid’ Jake Paul and calls out ‘full of s**t’ claims

    A fight between Jake Paul and Callum Walsh has long been touted Callum Walsh claims a fight with Jake Paul is unlikely to ever happen, and says he is “full of s**t” after recent jibes. The social media star turned boxer Paul recently belittled the Cork fighter on the Jaxxon Podcast, calling him “trash” and […]

    8 months ago

  • Forest star reveals how Roy Keane took disciplinarian ways to new level at club

    Forest star reveals how Roy Keane took disciplinarian ways to new level at club

    Imagine being coached by Roy Keane! We all know Roy Keane is a stickler for principles and discipline, but this story from his days as a coach at Nottingham Forest is pretty extreme. Manchester United legend Keane became assistant to Forest manager Martin O’Neill in January 2019, before leaving in the summer of 2019. Midfielder […]

    8 months ago

  • Kilkenny were not a happy bunch as they break their silence on ScoreGate

    Kilkenny were not a happy bunch as they break their silence on ScoreGate

    They’ve had their say. ScoreGate was the biggest story to come out of this year’s All-Ireland SHC semi-final between Tipperary and Kilkenny, which finished 4-20 to 0-30 to the Premier County. The game was marred in controversy, with the official Croke Park scoreboard counting a late wide, with both sides believing that there was a […]

    8 months ago

  • Healy-Rae provides update after bizarre Garda incident at All-Ireland final

    Healy-Rae provides update after bizarre Garda incident at All-Ireland final

    The Kerry TD was involved in a weird confrontation on Sunday Kerry TD Danny Healy-Rae says he will take no further action after a bizarre incident involving a Garda before the All-Ireland SFC final on Saturday. Footage shows the controversial politician walking among Kerry fans near Branningans, just off O’Connell Street. Wearing a Kerry hat, […]

    8 months ago

  • Armagh legend on why his team would not have controversial Donegal move

    Armagh legend on why his team would not have controversial Donegal move

    An interesting take! Donegal took the unusual decision to break away early from the pitch parade ahead of Sunday’s All-Ireland final loss to Kerry. The move was booed by some inside the stadium and criticised in other quarters. While it is impossible to say whether it was detrimental to Donegal’s below-par performance on the day, […]

    8 months ago

  • Healy-Rae might take action against Garda after bizarre All-Ireland final incident

    Healy-Rae might take action against Garda after bizarre All-Ireland final incident

    How did this even happen? Ahead of today’s All-Ireland final between Kerry and Donegal, there was a bizarre incident involving Kerry TD Danny Healy-Rae and a Garda. Footage shows the controversial politician walking among Kerry fans near Branningans, just off O’Connell Street. Wearing a Kerry hat, he fist pumps to the cheering crowd before bumping […]

    8 months ago

  • Joe Schmidt and Andy Farrell disagree over game-winning decision for the Lions

    Joe Schmidt and Andy Farrell disagree over game-winning decision for the Lions

    A huge call! The Lions have beaten Australia, 29-26, to clinch a series win, having won the first Test last week. The tourists came from 17 points down, in what was an epic comeback, capped off by Hugo Keenan’s last-gasp try. However, in the build up to the winning score there was controversy, with the […]

    8 months ago

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