
Eric Dier is the next Xabi Alonso? That’s what Bayern Munich seem to think
Chill out, lads
10 years ago
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Eric Dier is the next Xabi Alonso? That’s what Bayern Munich seem to think
Chill out, lads
10 years ago

‘We have the mentality to fight for everything, to not let our teammates down’
Heating up
10 years ago

Aaron Ramsey’s dream XI is definitely one of the more spectacular ones
What a front three
10 years ago

Leaked documents show Irish-based company paid a tiny fee for rights to Spain midfield star
A solid investment
10 years ago

Lucas Moura reveals how very close he came to joining Manchester United
Just a phonecall away
10 years ago

Daniel Cormier is ruthless in his assessment of Jon Jones’ eating habits (and other things) in epic rant
Hungry for revenge
10 years ago

Nate Diaz says rematch proves UFC think his win over Conor McGregor was an accident
No respect
10 years ago

Call to fight Jon Jones resulted in rapid change of dinner plans for Ovince Saint Preux
He’ll be eating off a different menu now. Fast food is a wonderful indulgence, but once you’ve decided to give in to your gluttonous side there can be few things worse than having your meal whipped away from under your nose. Poor old Ovince Saint Preux has revealed that he got the call to fight […]
10 years ago

One of the UFC’s filthiest ever fighters says he ‘would kill weak Conor McGregor’
“He is too small and weak”
10 years ago

Conor McGregor sends mixed messages about possible WrestleMania appearance
That settles that
10 years ago

John Kavanagh explains how an intelligent, light approach to training can be extremely effective
John Kavanagh believes that over-training can really hinder a fighter’s development. The SBG head coach outlined his approach to training in an interview with Caroline Foran in the Sunday Independent. He explained that when it comes to training Conor McGregor, the key is to keep to the routine without allowing boredom to set in. “We […]
10 years ago

VIDEO: Famed boxing trainer Freddie Roach has his say on Conor McGregor vs Nate Diaz II
Roach likes Diaz
10 years ago

Doctor claimed he prescribed Premier League star “cocktail” of steroids
The full story is revealed… After last night’s shocking revelations that a British doctor has been aiding up to 150 international sports stars to take performance-enhancing drugs, today’s Sunday Times has this morning published their entire exposé of the alleged dealings of Mark Bonar. The newspaper recorded an undercover meeting with Bonar, a Harley Street anti-ageing specialist, […]
10 years ago

Doctor claims to have provided PEDs to Arsenal, Chelsea and Leicester City players
Bombshell
10 years ago

The best reactions as 10-man Real Madrid record comeback El Clasico win over Barcelona
It might be called El Clasico, but this one is unlikely to be remembered as one of the great games. A 10-man Real Madrid eked past a lackluster Barcelona to claim all three points at Camp Nou in Saturday’s El Clasico. Barcelona – who paid a stunning tribute to Johan Cruyff before kick off -came […]
10 years ago

Celtic fans rip the p*ss as late equaliser denies Rangers promotion…for now
Old Firm feuding
10 years ago

Watch: The Bolivia captain explains why Lionel Messi refused to shake his hand
Fair enough
10 years ago

VIDEO: Franck Ribéry with a casual bicycle kick over the ‘keeper from the edge of the box
Just because he can. Franck Ribéry is back, Frankfurt definitely noticed. Bayern Munich’s French superstar lit up Bavaria with a genius piece of improvisation, a daring piece of audacity, and a mouthwatering piece of technical execution. #Ribéry makes it look easy! #FCBSGE pic.twitter.com/09EzDwFvjo — FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) April 2, 2016 During the first half […]
10 years ago

WATCH: Fans are furious with Joey Barton for this ‘stamp’ on Brighton midfielder
He didn’t even get carded…
10 years ago

Roma fans are planning to boycott what could be Francesco Totti’s last Rome derby
He doesn’t deserve this
10 years ago

Six exciting players to look out for in the Hogan Cup final between St. Patrick’s and St. Brendan’s
Stars of the future
10 years ago

Never mind a goalkeeper, David Luiz hasn’t even picked a defender in his dream five-a-side
All out attack
10 years ago

COMMENT: Sweden open to taking risks but not when it comes to choosing a partner for Zlatan Ibrahimovic
In the second of our Euro 2016 Blog Network instalments, Anton Boström of Eurosport Sweden reflects on Ireland’s opening opponents’ interesting international break and their ongoing search for the perfect partner for Zlatan Ibrahimovic **** The matches against Turkey and the Czech Republic were supposed to be a starting point for the Euro 2016 preparations but much of the focus […]
10 years ago

German football team causes controversy with ‘blackface’ photo after alleged racial abuse
A German football club has caused controversy by posting an unusual response to two of its players suffering racial abuse. Deinster SV, a team from the lower leagues of Lower Saxony, shared an image on their Facebook page after an alleged racially-motivated attack on two Sudanese refugees who play for the team. The German club shared a […]
10 years ago

VIDEO: Simon Mignolet does not enjoy Liverpool’s April Fools’ Day driver but Lucas Leiva has a right laugh
“So yous are footballers then?”
10 years ago

REPORT: Jose Mourinho has handed Manchester United a sharp ultimatum deadline
Now or never
10 years ago

VIDEO: Furious Fabian Delph storms out on reporter but it was just banter
Good to see he’s doing something with his days anyway. Fabian Delph has had a bitch of a time since joining Manchester City. He pulled his hamstring in his first pre-season friendly, he had to sit and watch the start of the campaign from the stands and now he’s missing the end of it with […]
10 years ago

EXCLUSIVE: Roy Keane shaves his beard in aid of a very special cause
Legend takes it on the chin
10 years ago

COMPETITION CLOSED: There’s still time to prove you’re Ireland’s #UltimateFan & win the biggest prize SportsJOE has ever given away
THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED. We are still searching for someone to blow our socks off and prove they’re Ireland’s ultimate fan. If it’s you, then we repeat, “what are you waiting for!?” The prize is ABSOLUTELY MASSIVE. Stena Line, in association with Dacia, are offering one lucky fan the trip of a lifetime. The winner […]
10 years ago

COMMENT: Italy’s poor form ahead of Euro 2016 cannot be blamed on Antonio Conte’s decision to quit
Azzurri are quite simply lacking in quality
10 years ago

Timing of Jack Grealish’s latest tweet went down like a s**t balloon with Villa fans
In this life, timing is everything, and not many people were impressed with Jack Grealish’s Tuesday night. In a not at all shocking development, Aston Villa parted company with manager Remi Garde on Tuesday night after 23 games in charge. At 9.15pm the club released this statement. Club statement: Rémi Garde. Information is here: https://t.co/BCfTjBxWT8 #AVFC pic.twitter.com/qy74q7kdtz […]
10 years ago

French international stars dominate poll of France’s most hated footballers
No surprise who is No.1, though
10 years ago

New Waratahs boss calls for Pro12 teams to join Super Rugby competition
Could Leinster, Munster, Ulster and Connacht one day be taking on the Bulls, Highlanders and Waratahs? If you believe new New South Wales chief executive Andrew Hore, then the answer is yes. Hore is leaving his post with Welsh side Ospreys to join the Australian Super Rugby outfit, and the New Zealander sees a potential […]
10 years ago

WATCH: Jamie Vardy’s superb goal against Germany looks even better in slow motion
Sensational
10 years ago

Slovakia international warns FAI to get Conor McGregor on board ahead of friendly
Weiss guy
10 years ago

Seldom-seen Ireland international striker announces availability amidst forward crisis
Remember him?
10 years ago

Pics: Romania have a brilliant reason for putting sums on their jerseys
Great pass from 5+2, threading the ball through to 20-9. Doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue, but Romania’s footballers won’t care and neither do we. The squad have dispensed with regular numbers on their training kit ahead of Sunday evening’s goalless draw against Spain, instead wearing a series of mathematical equations on their backs. It’s […]
10 years ago

Iker Casillas made a special piece of history with his appearance in Spain friendly
Fair play
10 years ago

Watch: Tyson Fury sent a motivational message to the Antrim footballers, and it seemed to work
Good luck charm
10 years ago

VIDEO: Tyson Fury fills in as ring card boy and serenades the crowd during cousin’s fight
Helping out
10 years ago

Pics: Wes Hoolahan stops in Dublin city centre to give money to a homeless man
A kind gesture
10 years ago

WATCH: Former Cork City hero Roy O’Donovan lashes in brilliant volley in A-League match
Still banging them in. Former Cork City striker Roy O’Donovan may have embarked on a nomadic football career, but that hasn’t stopped the ex-League of Ireland star hitting the target on a regular basis. After bouncing around the lower divisions in England, the 30-year-old had a successful spell in the Singapore League before joining Australian […]
10 years ago

Irish cyclist Sam Bennett delivers classic putdown to British cycling magazine
Shut down
10 years ago