Ten Hag described how United officials interrupted his holiday to inform him that he was not going to lose his job. Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is said to be ‘fuming’ with coach Erik Ten Hag following comments he made during a Dutch TV appearance. The former Ajax manager appeared on football panel programme […]

2 years ago

All is not so rosy on the English front There is a ‘tension’ in the England squad as relatives of players are unhappy with ‘commitments’ made to certain England players according to the chief football writer of the independent. This follows England’s disappointing 1-1 draw against Denmark in the second round of group games at […]

2 years ago

The incident took place during last night’s Euro 2024 match between Italy and Spain. Italian football legend Roberto Baggio has been hospitalised after a group of armed robbers broke into his home and attacked him and his family. The former Juventus and Inter Milan forward was watching last night’s game alongside his family at his […]

2 years ago

It’s giving Arsenal Fan TV Harry Kane made two excuses to justify England’s poor 1-1 draw with Denmark last night that saw fans boo the players of the pitch at full-time. England’s star striker had given The Three Lions the lead in the 18th minute with a poacher’s finish, but from that early goal the […]

2 years ago

The second round of group games are now well underway. Welcome to our dedicated live blog where we will have coverage of every match from UEFA Euro 2024. Just click on the key point you want to read about or keep scrolling to see all updates. (Please allow a moment for the blog to load). Euro […]

2 years ago

The second round of group games are now well underway. Welcome to our dedicated live blog where we will have coverage of every match from UEFA Euro 2024. Just click on the key point you want to read about or keep scrolling to see all updates. (Please allow a moment for the blog to load). Euro […]

2 years ago

This could cause chaos in Group C. Serbia have threatened to pull out of Euro 2024 after complaints made towards fellow Balkan nations, Croatia and Albania. The nation has claimed that fans from Croatia and Albania chanted “kill, kill, kill the Serb” in yesterday’s 2-2 draw between the two teams. The General Secretary of the […]

2 years ago

Serbia have threatened to pull out of Euro 2024 after complaints made towards fellow Balkan nations, Croatia and Albania. The nation has claimed that fans from Croatia and Albania chanted “kill, kill, kill the Serb” in yesterday’s 2-2 draw between the two teams. Serbia make up one of the four teams in England’s group C […]

2 years ago

“For the hype that surrounds him, I don’t think it’s justified.” James McClean has said that England and Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice is overrated. McClean was speaking on RTÉ’s Euro 2024 coverage and said that his former Republic of Ireland teammate is a level below world-class. “I think Declan Rice is overrated,” the Derry native […]

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We are so back Everyone loves a goal from outside the box, whether that be a pile driver, caressed curler or a screaming volley and Euro 2024 is not failing to deliver. Yesterday’s breath-taking match between Turkey and Georgia saw the continuation of a trend that is delighting spectators and inciting the return to what […]

2 years ago

Gullit has responded to the image. Ruud Gullit has responded to the ‘blackface’ image of Netherlands fans dressed as him at Euro 2024. Speaking to Humberto Tan, a key member of the committee set up to tackle racism in football alongside the former legendary midfielder, it was revealed that the costumes were only seen as […]

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The second round of group games start today. Welcome to our dedicated live blog where we will have coverage of every match from UEFA Euro 2024. Just click on the key point you want to read about or keep scrolling to see all updates. (Please allow a moment for the blog to load). Euro 2024 Day […]

2 years ago

Fantasy football fanatics take note. The Premier League has made a huge rule change that will affect how all teams announce their squads. Starting from next season, Premier League teams must decide their line-ups a full 75 minutes before kick-off. The change comes as an attempt by the Premier League to fall in line with […]

2 years ago

Howzat! Who thought we’d be talking about cricket at Euro 2024? With fans bamboozled by the latest piece of technology to enter the fray at Euro 2024 which has already caused major controversy, here’s a full explainer of the new tech, how it works as well as its potential implications going forward in Euro 2024. […]

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“I love that you try to defend him.” Cesc Fabregas refused to accept Micah Richards’ excuses for Phil Foden’s underwhelming England performance against Serbia. The Manchester City midfielder came into the game after the best season of his career for his club and is expected to play a huge role for the Three Lions at […]

2 years ago

Follow all the big news from the Uefa Euro 2024 in our dedicated hub above. Welcome to our dedicated live blog where we will have coverage of every match from UEFA Euro 2024. Just click on the key point you want to read about or keep scrolling to see all updates. (Please allow a moment for […]

2 years ago

Cruel, cruel, cruel. Rory McIlroy’s ten year wait for a major goes on after a one-shot loss to Bryson DeChambeau at the US Open. McIlroy was within touching distance of the title when he led by two shots with five holes to play but it all ended in heartbreak with a pair of narrow missed […]

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All-Ireland preliminary quarter finals fixtures CONFIRMED Next weekend is going to be special. The draws for the All-Ireland preliminary quarter finals were made on Morning Ireland on RTÉ on Monday morning throwing up some mouth-watering affairs for next weekend. Mayo v Derry is the tie of the round while Tyrone-Roscommon should also be a good […]

2 years ago

Follow all the big news from the Uefa Euro 2024 in our dedicated hub above. Welcome to our dedicated live blog where we will have coverage of every match from UEFA Euro 2024. Just click on the key point you want to read about or keep scrolling to see all updates. (Please allow a moment […]

2 years ago

“They spoke before the game about creating history, they created history alright by playing as bad as that.” Roy Keane delivered a harsh critique of Scotland’s performance following their 5-1 defeat against Germany on Friday in Munich. The match, marking the opening game of Euro 2024, saw Steve Clarke’s side thoroughly outclassed. Germany achieved the […]

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The Grimsby-born goalie signed for the Lions last summer. Millwall and Montenegro goalkeeper Matija Šarkić has died aged 26. The former Aston Villa and Stoke City player is said to have fallen ill at an apartment in the town of Budva in Montenegro while on international duty. He died at around 6:30 am local time […]

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On Friday morning, it was reported that personal terms had been agreed. Manchester United have made an initial £45m bid for the highly-rated Everton and England centre back Jarrad Branthwaite according to reports from the Daily Mail. Despite this, Everton are insisting Branthwaite is not for sale although they accept that an exceptionally large offer […]

2 years ago

“It has been a crazy week here at UFC.” Conor McGregor will not fight Michael Chandler at UFC 303 after withdrawing from the bout due to injury, Dana White announced on Thursday. McGregor was due to face Chandler at the event on June 29 in Las Vegas. White, the UFC CEO, has said that the […]

2 years ago

A bidding war is on the cards. Earlier today, reports emerged that Chelsea had made contact with in demand Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise. The 22-year-old attacker has a £60m release clause that Chelsea will have to trigger in order to acquire his services. Now, reports have surfaced that Olise has been chased by a […]

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McClean will be part of RTÉ’s coverage. RTÉ have released their punditry lineup for Uefa Euro 2024, with James McClean announced as part of the analyst team. McClean made his punditry debut for the broadcasters on coverage of Portugal’s 3-0 friendly win over the Republic of Ireland earlier this week. The former Ireland winger will […]

2 years ago

The little magician has decided his footballing fate Lionel Messi has confirmed that he will end his career in America with Inter Miami. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner has been linked for a long time with a move to his boyhood club Newell’s Old Boys. He has, however, squashed any rumour of a retire to […]

2 years ago

Follow all the big news from the Uefa Euro 2024 in our dedicated hub above. Welcome to our dedicated live blog where we will have coverage of every match from UEFA Euro 2024, starting on Friday with hosts Germany facing Scotland. Just click on the key point you want to read about or keep scrolling […]

2 years ago

After weeks of back and forth ten Hag gets his reward. Erik ten Hag is set to receive a contract extension as the manager of Manchester United. After spending the last three weeks on the brink of departure from the club, the new part-owners, Ineos, have decided to stick with the 54-year-old Dutchman. The new […]

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“I think in the last few years we’ve gone away from that.” James McClean has said that the Republic of Ireland are once again ‘hard to beat’ under interim manager John O’Shea. The Wrexham winger appeared as a pundit on RTÉ’s coverage of Ireland’s friendly against Portugal on Tuesday night and was asked about his […]

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He’s definitely not everyone’s first choice Manchester United have been left with only one managerial candidate remaining to replace Erik ten Hag. Although ten Hag is still in place as manager at Old Trafford, it is no secret that the club have been looking around for other options after a season that saw the Red […]

2 years ago

Rhasidat Adeleke ran the fastest 400m race of her life to win silver at the European Championships in Rome. The 21-year-old was pipped for gold by Poland’s Natalia Kaczmarek after a thrilling race that saw the pair battle it out all the way up the home straight. In the end, Adeleke crossed the line in […]

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The change could be a divisive one Dates for the 2024/2025 Premier League season have been released and feature the omission of a recent addition to the calendar. The winter break, which only made its return last season, has been removed by the Premier League organisers in order to allow the campaign to start in […]

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Uncertainty remains over who will manage Manchester United next season. Thomas Tuchel reportedly met with Sir Jim Ratcliffe last week where he expressed his desire to become the new Manchester United manager and outlined what he would do were he to replace Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford. According to Christian Falk, head of football […]

2 years ago

Ciara Mageean gives powerful interview after winning European gold Ciara Mageean won the gold medal in the 1500m at the European championships in Rome. In what was a slow run race, the Down athlete bided her time before finding a gap on the home straight and powered home to win by almost a full second. […]

2 years ago

Jarlath Burns clarifies Declan Hannon comment about Limerick backroom team and defends All-Ireland ticket prices Burns was speaking on RTÉ radio this morning when he stated that Hannon’s comment about there being 53 people on the Limerick backroom team was taken up wrongly. He clarified the comment by saying that Hannon included the Limerick panel […]

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It’s a rogue choice, but the team sounds unbeatable. Former Arsenal midfielder Gilberto Silva has named his dream 5-a-side team, and he has put ex-teammate Thierry Henry in as a sweeper keeper. Gilberto was speaking to us ahead of the Champions League final, as Heineken celebrated hardcore fans at Wembley Stadium. In its journey to […]

2 years ago

The two-time European Cup winner was speaking to JOE ahead of last weekend’s final at Wembley. Ruud Gullit has revealed the traits and characteristics that distanced world class players from other professional footballers. Gullit was speaking to us ahead of the Champions League final, as Heineken celebrated hardcore fans at Wembley Stadium. In its journey to become the world’s […]

2 years ago

You can follow the race live here. Formula 1 returns this weekend with the Canadian Grand Prix. You can follow the event live in our hub above, just click on the key point you want to read about or keep scrolling for updates. In the previous F1 race of the season, the Monaco Grand Prix, […]

2 years ago

Khaldoon al-Mubarak is ‘frustrated’ at reminders to charges casting over on-field success Khaldoon al-Mubarak has spoken for the first time since Manchester City’s fourth consecutive Premier League victory, stating he is “frustrated” by all the off-field talk regarding the 115 charges. Some of the charges date back to as far back as 2009, with a […]

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Chelsea players are to be left ‘shocked’ by huge new dietary regiments which have resulted in the ban of basic food items. With Enzo Maresca’s arrival as the new manager Chelsea manager, he will also be introducing renowned strict dietician Marcos Alvarez to the team, who has previously worked at the likes of Tottenham Hotspur, […]

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All of the weekend’s talking points are below. Shocking attendance at Waterford-Longford There were only 75 spectators at the Tailteann Cup game between Waterford and Longford on Saturday, which Waterford won by 4-12 to 0-16. The game took place in the neutral venue of Laois Hire O’Moore Park, with Longford exiting the competition after three […]

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The bout was scheduled to take place on July 20. The much-anticipated showdown between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson has been postponed and is set to be rescheduled for a date towards the end of this year. The fight was originally scheduled for 20th July in Arlington, Texas, but Tyson’s camp have revealed that the […]

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The rule applies to supporters travelling to Euro 2024 in Germany. England and Scotland fans wearing fake jerseys at Euro 2024 in Germany could face fines of up to €5000. Germany has very strict anti-counterfeit laws, and wearing counterfeit clothing violates ‘trademark law,’ impacting the sponsors and kit manufacturers in the process. As a result, […]

2 years ago

The former Manchester United and Chelsea boss has finally landed a new job. Jose Mourinho has reportedly agreed a deal to become manager of Turkish side Fenerbahçe. According to reports from Sky Sports international reporter Gianluca Di Marzio, the Portuguese manager has agreed to sign a two year contract with the historic club. José #Mourinho […]

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The former Liverpool boss was speaking at a farewell Q&A session in his honour. Jurgen Klopp spoke very candidly about some Premier League rivals at last night’s Q&A session at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool. The event was advertised as a ‘farewell’ for the German manager who stepped away from the dugout at Anfield […]

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Davy Fitzgerald is set to receive a four week ban for an incident with referee Liam Gordon at the end of Waterford’s loss to Clare in the Munster senior hurling championship a fortnight ago. Waterford lost the game by one point and Fitzgerald encroached onto the field to have words with the Galway referee after […]

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The victorious Kilkenny and Mayo minor captains didn’t make speeches at the weekend. The GAA have reminded the various county boards of the rule that inter-county minor teams are not to have captain speeches after games. Croke Park issued a note to provincial councils recently to bring to their attention a longstanding policy relating to […]

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Brought to you by oneills.com Local rivals Tipperary and Offaly will meet in next Saturday’s oneills.com U20 GAA All-Ireland hurling championship final. It’s a repeat of the 2022 minor decider, with many of the same players involved, when Tipperary’s Paddy McCormack broke Offaly hearts with the last puck of the game. Nowlan Park is again […]

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“You’re too harsh on me.” Erik ten Hag aimed a dig at Roy Keane during an awkward post-match interview after the FA Cup final on Saturday. Manchester United upset the odds to beat Manchester City 2-1 in the final at Wembley. City, the Premier League champions, were expected to beat their Manchester rivals, as they […]

2 years ago

Concerns expressed about Nowlan Park’s suitability for U20 final Both Keith Rossiter and Paddy Deegan referenced the condition of the Nowlan Park pitch after Kilkenny’s win over Wexford on Sunday in the Leinster championship. The Wexford manager said he ‘couldn’t believe’ the state it was in. “You wouldn’t have seen any sign of a line […]

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