That’s got to hurt Sam Allardyce has given a brutal three-word response to James McLean over comments the former Republic of Ireland winger made about Declan Rice. Last week while talking on an RTÉ sports panel the current Wrexham and former Republic of Ireland winger claimed that the England midfielder is “overrated.” He said: “Don’t […]

1 year ago

He had trials for Leicester City and Blackburn. Former Dublin star Kevin Nolan had an incredible career that seen him win every trophy at club and county, but he also had the chance to play soccer for Leicester City. The Kilmacud Crokes native, like many athletes growing up in the city, had a keen interest […]

3 years ago

“Football is a religion up there.” Former Dublin star Kevin Nolan won a club All-Ireland title with Kilmacud Crokes in 2009 as a hard-hitting back, but now he’s mixing it up in the forward line in county Monaghan. The 2011 All-Ireland winning star played for the mighty Dubs up until 2015, when due to injuries […]

3 years ago

“He would be a joker as well.” Former Dublin star Kevin Nolan was a teammate of Stephen Cluxton for his whole inter-county career, and he explains what the keeper brings to the dressing room, and why he should be starting from now on. Nolan was not only there when the Dubs broke their All-Ireland hoodoo […]

3 years ago

In an era where Dublin are clocking up All-Ireland wins like they are going out of fashion, some may forget the important role played by Kevin Nolan. He kicked the winning score in the breakthrough victory over Kerry in 2011, he also picked up the Man of the match award for his performance, and his […]

8 years ago

Nolan looks more Scouse than “Run’s House”

12 years ago