He’s back. Ruud van Nistelrooy has returned to Manchester United in a key role. The Dutch legend is back at Old Trafford after agreeing to become a part of Erik ten Hag’s coaching team. Joining alongside him is Rene Hake, with the pair both signing deals until 2026 to align with Ten Hag’s recent contract […]

1 year ago

‘It’s quite disrespectful for someone who’s done what I done’ Aidan O’Shea has hit back at “disrespectful” comments made about his weight. The Mayo football star recently opened up on comments he has received from commentators about his weight during inter-county games – which vary depending on whether his side have won or lost. Speaking […]

1 year ago

‘I would raze Abbotstown to the ground’ Damien Duff has once again hit out at the FAI – an organisation he doesn’t appear to be too fond of. Duff was speaking just minutes before news of Heimir Hallgrímsson’s appointment as Republic of Ireland manager, bringing an end to the lengthy wait to replace Stephen Kenny. […]

1 year ago

The BBC have opted for a different name instead The BBC have decided not to go with Gary Lineker as the host of their brand-new highlights show. As of this season, the BBC will show highlights of the Champions League games after signing a bumper deal back in 2022. They will have 16 shows planned […]

1 year ago

You’ve got school in the morning Spain are at risk of breaking German laws should Lamine Yamal feature against France tonight. At 16-years-old, Yamal has been one of the stars of the tournament and is establishing himself as someone who can become the best in the world. Given his age, there’s been plenty of jokes […]

1 year ago

A lot of Ronaldo’s fans were very angry The BBC have responded to viewers who were left angered by a pun about Cristiano Ronaldo. During their coverage of Portugal’s last 16 win against Slovenia the broadcaster made a light-hearted joke about Ronaldo’s missed penalty in extra time. Ronaldo was left in tears moments before the […]

1 year ago

Harte has only been in charge for one year Mickey Harte has stepped down from his role as manager of Derry after just one year in charge. Harte leaves after a disappointing Championship campaign which saw them knocked out of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championships by Kerry at the quarter final stage last week. The […]

1 year ago

Parrott has been training away from the first team Troy Parrott could be close to leaving Spurs for good following reports of a bid from a Dutch team. Despite showing plenty of promise Parrott has failed to break into the first team at Tottenham and spent the most recent season on loan at Excelsior Rotterdam, […]

1 year ago

The video was originally posted on his Instagram account Toulon and France star Melvyn Jaminet has been suspended from the national team after he appeared to make a racist mark in a video that surfaced online. Jaminet was a substitute in France’s win against Argentina on Sunday but will play no further part after a […]

1 year ago

‘We are sorry for what you had to endure’ The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has apologised to former female professionals and trainees on a FAS soccer training course who were the victims of unwanted and inappropriate sexual advances from FAI Ireland coaches. Interim CEO David Courell spoke to in front of the media on […]

1 year ago

‘Incredibly proud’ Limerick boss John Kiely has been praised for his post-match interview after his side were beaten by Cork on Sunday. The Rebels stopped the dominant force of Limerick’s quest for five All-Ireland hurling titles in a row at semi-final stage. Brian Hayes was the star of the show as Cork won by 1-28 […]

1 year ago

A big loss Ireland are set to lose Dan Sheehan for an extended period of time following fears that he may have suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Sheehan was involved in the first test of the South Africa tour as Andy Farrell’s men fell to a 27-20 defeat in Pretoria. The Hooker suffered the […]

1 year ago

We’ll never hear the end of it Kevin Kilbane has spotted one detail which could result in England winning Euro 2024. England have failed to set the world alight in Germany but have still managed to pick up results to take them all the way to the semi finals. Their latest was a convincing penalty […]

1 year ago

Over 30,000 people have signed the petition Angry German football fans have demanded their game against Spain be replayed following a controversial decision. Germany were beaten in the Euro 2024 quarter finals by Spain in the dying moments of extra time as Mikel Merino’s 119th minute condemned the hosts to heartbreak. Julian Nagelsmann’s side had […]

1 year ago

Wonder who it was? Footage of Trent Alexander-Arnold claiming that one of his England teammates didn’t want to take a penalty has gone viral. Alexander-Arnold tucked home the winning spot kick to send England through to the semi finals of Euro 2024 on Saturday. England had to do it the hard way again after going […]

1 year ago

UEFA’s ruling states that clubs under the same ownership cannot compete in the same European competition Manchester United and Manchester City have been informed that they will be allowed to participate in the same European competitions as their sister clubs. United qualified for the Europa League after winning the FA Cup but their position was […]

1 year ago

Shefflin resigned on Wednesday Galway have confirmed that Henry Shefflin has resigned from his role as manager of the hurling team. Shefflin steps down after three years in charge following a disappointing campaign for the Tribesmen as they failed to progress past the Leinster Championship. A statement from Galway GAA Chairperson Paul Bellew said: “On […]

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Ireland begin their two-test series in South Africa this weekend Ireland’s two-part test series against South Africa gets underway this summer as Andy Farrell’s men take on the Springboks. It’s the first time in eight years that Ireland have played in South Africa, losing the 2016 series, 2-1, although it was their first ever victory […]

1 year ago

He’s planning to meet with GAA President Jarlath Burns Taoiseach Simon Harris has reiterated that coverage of the GAA should not be behind a paywall. Debate about the streaming platform GAA Go has had plenty of coverage in recent weeks, with many claiming the subscription-based package is preventing growth in the Gaelic games by making […]

1 year ago

Congratulations Ireland basketball star Claire Melia will play in the Spanish top flight next season after signing for the University of Ferrol in Galicia. Melia, 24, was announced by Ferrol’s Instagram page last night and was hailed for her “versatility” by coach Lino Lopez. “I think her best attribute is that she understands the game […]

1 year ago

Duffy pleaded guilty to the incident Shane Duffy has been fined and banned from driving for three years after crashing while ‘under the influence of alcohol’. Duffy pleaded guilty to the incident which took place on May 6 – a week before his club Norwich City were set to face Leeds United in the Championship […]

1 year ago

Tyldesley recently returned from commentating at Euro 2024 Clive Tyldesley has revealed that his mother died during the first week of Euro 2024 while he was commentating in Germany. Tyldesley had been part of the ITV commentary team for coverage of the tournament and recently returned after confirming his contract wouldn’t be renewed by the […]

1 year ago

O’Shea has been part of the Mayo panel since 2009. Aidan O’Shea has hinted that he may still have another year in him. O’Shea has been a regular feature of the Mayo side since 2009 and eclipsed Sean Cavanagh’s record of 89 games when he turned out for the 90th time against Dublin in the […]

1 year ago

A number of rules have been trialled. The Gaelic Football Review Committee could extend the ongoing trials following feedback from players. A review led by Jim Gavin is currently testing some of the biggest rule changes that the GAA would’ve ever seen in a variety of ‘sandbox games’. Some of the trialled changes include: Over […]

1 year ago

It’s all unravelling Cristiano Ronaldo was reduced to tears after he missed a penalty in extra time of Portugal’s last 16 tie. Portugal were taken to extra time by a determined Slovenia side who frustrated the Euro 2016 winners throughout but were awarded a penalty on the stroke of half time in extra time. Ronaldo, […]

1 year ago

Keane didn’t hold back Roy Keane has claimed that Gareth Southgate doesn’t have what it takes to fix England’s lacklustre performances but has refused to rule them out when it comes to winning Euro 2024. It looked as if England were heading for their most embarrassing tournament defeat since losing to Iceland in 2016 after […]

1 year ago

Coleman is coming home Seamus Coleman will return to the homeland this month as Everton face League of Ireland opposition as part of their pre-season preparations. Coleman will be at Goodison Park for another year after extending his contract and to celebrate his new deal, will lead the Toffees out against his boyhood club Sligo […]

1 year ago

England are looking to book their place in the quarter finals 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). […]

1 year ago

Yeah, sounds totally fair Sir Jim Ratcliffe has sensationally claimed that the ‘big six’ clubs should have more voting rights than the rest of the Premier League. Ratcliffe gave a rare in-person interview with Bloomberg in which he outlined his vision for Manchester United going forward. The minority stake holder – who oversees the footballing […]

1 year ago

Knockout football begins 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 16: Follow the action live […]

1 year ago

The last round of group stage fixtures. Welcome to our dedicated live blog where we will have coverage of every match from UEFA Euro 2024. Click on the key point you want to read about or scroll to see all updates. (Please allow a moment for the blog to load). Euro 2024 Day 13: Follow the […]

1 year ago

Just no need England fans booed their side off before throwing bottles at Gareth Southgate after being held to a goalless draw by Slovenia. Although qualification had already been secured, the Three Lions came into the game under pressure after underwhelming in their first two group games against Serbia and Denmark. Despite promising to show […]

1 year ago

‘It’s very unfair on the players’ Hurling legends John Fenton and Eddie Keher have slammed the congested inter-county schedule – citing that as one of the biggest problems with the game. Both names have different suggestions on how to improve the format, with Kilkenny great Keher called for a return to the back door system and […]

1 year ago

What even… Barcelona are considering an approach for a player currently plying his trade in the Championship. The Catalan club had a difficult campaign last season, finishing 10 points behind rivals Real Madrid in LaLiga while also bowing out of the Champions League and Copa del Rey at the quarter final stage. They decided to […]

1 year ago

These games keep on delivering 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 12: Follow the […]

1 year ago

Enough is enough UEFA could ban supporters from drinking alcohol in stadiums for the remainder of Euro 2024 following several incidents of fans throwing plastic beer cups onto the pitch. Croatia fans are the latest group of supporters to throw plastic cups onto the pitch, with BBC commentator Jonathan Pearce highlighting the anti-social behaviour. He […]

1 year ago

Both clubs are owned by US figures Birmingham City asked the EFL if they would be given permission to play their League One fixture against Wrexham in the United States. The Daily Mail revealed that the recently relegated Championship club proposed the idea of playing the game between the clubs stateside – however, it was […]

1 year ago

The business end. 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 11: Follow the action live […]

1 year ago

Varga was stretchered off Hungary have provided an update on the condition of Barnabas Varga after he was stretchered off in their game against Scotland. The incident occurred in the second half when Varga collided with Angus Gunn from a Hungary free kick, leaving both on the floor. While Gunn seemed to recover quickly there […]

1 year ago

Brilliant news Alan Hansen has been discharged from hospital, Liverpool have confirmed. The legendary defender was admitted to hospital earlier this month and was described as being “seriously ill”. His former teammate Graeme Souness provided an update this week, revealing that “he sounded fabulous” and hoped that the 69-year-old would make a full recovery. Thankfully, […]

1 year ago

The final stretch 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 10: Follow the action live […]

1 year ago

The games just keep on coming 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 Nine: Follow […]

1 year ago

Rashford’s brother posted shortly after full time Marcus Rashford’s brother has posted a cryptic message shortly after England’s 1-1 draw with Denmark. Harry Kane gave the Three Lions the lead in the 18th minute but Mortem Hjumland responded with a long-range beauty. Denmark were the better side as England looked tired and lethargic in possession […]

1 year ago

Tell us what you really think, Roy. Roy Keane has singled out Trent Alexander-Arnold as the one player who isn’t “up to it” in the England side. Alexander-Arnold was subbed before the hour mark as England laboured to a 1-1 draw against Denmark on Thursday night. Harry Kane gave the Three Lions the lead in […]

1 year ago

‘He made a mistake.’ Son Heung-min has revealed that Spurs teammate Rodrigo Bentancur has apologised for making a racist remark. Bentancur claimed that all South Koreans “look the same” during an interview with Uruguayan TV earlier this week, with Kick it Out confirming they had received a “significant number” of complaints regarding Bentancur’s comments. Spurs […]

1 year ago

Infuriating but what can you do? Manchester United’s transfer plans have already been scuppered after abandoning a deal to try and sign Jean-Clair Todibo. Todibo is one of the most sought-after defenders in Europe and the highly-rated French international is expected to leave Nice this summer. However United are one of the clubs who will […]

1 year ago

Plenty to analyse here Fans have had their say on the recent squad announcement ahead of Ireland’s summer fixtures. Andy Farrell unveiled his 35-man squad for Ireland’s upcoming tour of South Africa on Tuesday. Ireland will travel to South Africa for two test fixtures in Pretoria on July 6 and Durban on July 13. One […]

1 year ago

Some big calls from Andy Farrell Andy Farrell has unveiled his squad for Ireland’s upcoming tour of South Africa. Ireland will travel to South Africa for two test fixtures in Pretoria on July 6 and Durban on July 13. One of the biggest exclusions is number eight Jack Conlon, who as reported by several outlets […]

1 year ago

He was the nephew of scrum-half Graeme Bachop New Zealand rugby international Connor Garden-Bachop has died at the age of 25. A statement from New Zealand rugby revealed that the winger had died in Christchurch on Monday following a “medical event”. Born to father Stephen Bachop, who played for the Samoa and New Zealand international […]

1 year ago

England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and Northern Ireland won the rights to host Euro 2028 Ireland may be forced to play qualifying matches to secure their place at Euro 2028 – despite being one of the hosts The home nations – England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and Northern Ireland – will host the tournament four years from […]

1 year ago