Jacques Nienaber coy on talk of succeeding Leo Cullen
The42by Michael Scully17d ago
JACQUES NIENABER IS keeping his cards close to his chest on whether he is in the running to succeed Leo Cullen as Leinster head coach.
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top 74%This international window feels insignificant in football terms, but its legacy will live on
The42by David Sneyd17d ago
THERE WAS A moment in David Courell’s media briefing last week when the FAI chief executive was able to manage a gentle laugh and wry smile. It must have been a nice feeling.
Bohemians estimate saving €400,000 by delaying Dalymount Park departure
The42by David Sneyd17d ago
BOHEMIANS ESTIMATE THAT they will save in the region of €400,000 by delaying their Dalymount Park departure.
Connacht look ready to become a more consistent force in Lancaster's second season
The42by Ciarán Kennedy17d ago
STUART LANCASTER’S FIRST season in the west of Ireland saw the former Leinster and England coach make significant improvements with a group who were in need of a lift.
The NFL say a European team is 'likely', but is it a good idea?
The42by Steve O'Rourke17d ago
“IF WE CONTINUE to grow, I do think a franchise will be international at some point in time. I think Europe is the most likely [place], for a lot of reasons.
'It's not just me expecting of myself, other people are expecting too'
The42by Sinead Farrell17d ago
A THOUGHT OCCURRED to Kate O’Connor as she watched Katie Taylor fight in Croke Park: it’s possible for an Irish female athlete to be the best in the world. Why not me?
Jude Gallagher powers his way into the medal stages with comeback stoppage win
The42by The17d ago
JUDE GALLAGHER CAME from behind to earn a brilliant third-round stoppage victory over France and progress to the 60kg quarter-finals at the European Elite Boxing Championships in Sofia on Monday.
'Equality is always impractical until it is inevitable': Mayo LGFA call for integration action
The42by Emma Duffy17d ago
MAYO LGFA HAS called for a “timetable people can trust” in a wide-ranging statement on integration as the fallout from Mary McAleese’s resignation continues.
Over 160 Irish athletes sign open letter calling on Irish football team to boycott Israel fixtures
The42by Gavan Casey17d ago
OVER 160 IRISH athletes have signed an open letter to the Irish men’s national football team, imploring them to boycott the upcoming Uefa Nations League fixtures against Israel.
Ward hails 'great fit' as ex-Everton boss Sorensen confirmed as new assistant
The42by Emma Duffy17d ago
REPUBLIC OF IRELAND head coach Carla Ward has hailed Brian Sorensen as a “great fit” as the former Everton boss is announced as her new assistant coach.
Killian Phillips called up to Ireland squad as McGrath and Vale out injured
The42by Emma Duffy17d ago
KILLIAN PHILLIPS HAS been called up to the Republic of Ireland squad for their upcoming Uefa Nations League fixtures.
Kanturk stun Cork champions, Dublin heavyweights to meet, a Kerry breakthrough
The42by Fintan O'Toole17d ago
1. Kanturk stun Cork champions Over the past few years Sarsfields have established themselves as the market leaders in Cork hurling.
Cowboys edge Washington as Chiefs survive late Indianapolis scare
The42by AFP17d ago
THE DALLAS COWBOYS beat arch-rivals Washington 37-20 in a game marred by a gruesome injury to Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, while the Chicago Bears lost their own signal-caller Caleb...
Ireland's attack flows before US physicality makes the difference in WXV opener
The42by Ciarán Kennedy17d ago
IN THE BUILD-UP to Sunday’s WXV Global Series opener against the USA, Ireland head coach Scott Bemand had identified his team’s past struggles dealing with the favourites tag as a key work-on for...
World Cup hero Ferran Torres continues Paris love affair with goal against Marseille
The42by AFP18d ago
FERRAN TORRES CONTINUED the impressive start to his Paris Saint-Germain career by scoring the opener as the French and European champions won 2-1 at bitter rivals Marseille in Ligue 1.
Without their talismanic 10, Munster may back young talent O'Shea ahead of schedule
The42by Gavan Casey18d ago
ON THIS OCCASION, the rug was at least pulled from beneath Munster far enough in advance that they’ve had time to think.
'Sleep is something I've struggled with my entire life. Until now'
The42by Paul Fennessy18d ago
ONE OF THE most underrated aspects of fitness, recovery, and general well-being is the importance of sleep.
Jose Mourinho blames referee committee for Real Madrid derby defeat
The42by AFP18d ago
REAL MADRID BOSS Jose Mourinho lashed out at Spain’s refereeing committee after Los Blancos lost 2-1 at Atletico Madrid in a La Liga derby clash.
'You learn about each other, they learn about me': United boss taking positives as pressure grows
The42by Press Association18d ago
MICHAEL CARRICK SAID fine margins are costing Manchester United after a 1-1 draw against Fulham stretched their winless Premier League run to three matches.
Cuala and Ballyboden set for glamour Dublin SFC semi-final clash
The42by Paul Keane18d ago
Thomas Davis 1-16 Ballymun Kickhams 1-13 … Cuala 1-21 Skerries Harps 0-19 FORMER ALL-IRELAND club winners Cuala and Ballyboden St Endas will face off in a glamour Dublin SFC semi-final in a...