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Antonio Rudiger sends warning to Chelsea over Mauricio Pochettino

Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has urged former club Chelsea to give head coach Mauricio Pochettino more time to implement his vision at Stamford Bridge.

2024-04-23T10:32:17Z

Leicester are walking into a mess! Why Foxes' potential Premier League return feels hollow as club prepare for more financial turmoil

Enzo Maresca's side have played some lovely football this season, but their on-field performances ceased to be the story some time ago

2024-04-23T08:33:10Z

Mayo beat Roscommon to set-up Connacht final showdown against Galway

Kevin McStay’s side had five points to spare at the Hyde.

2024-04-21T17:38:10Z

‘Sack him immediately’ – Fresh Lance Stroll criticism emerges after Chinese GP controversy

The pressure continues to mount on Lance Stroll...

2024-04-22T15:21:12Z

Liverpool move level on points with top-of-the-table Arsenal after win at Fulham

Liverpool moved level on points with top-of-the-table Arsenal after their 3-1 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage. Jurgen Klopp’s men bounced back from Thursday’s exit to Atalanta in the Europa League and last week’s home defeat to Crystal Palace as they continued their pursuit of Premier League glory. Liverpool in second, who sit one point above...

2024-04-21T17:48:58Z

Liverpool told ideal Jurgen Klopp successor amid Ruben Amorim uncertainty - "He's really good"

Liverpool are still searching for their next manager, with Jurgen Klopp leaving at the end of the season, with target Ruben Amorim having held talks with West Ham instead

2024-04-23T11:15:50Z

Norris had no reason to apologise for China F1 sprint showing, says McLaren

McLaren says Lando Norris had no need to apologise for his Formula 1 sprint race showing in China, after failing to convert his pole position into a podium.

2024-04-20T05:36:52Z

‘They didn’t listen. I made five subs, I would have made ten if I could’ – Damien Duff demands more from Shelbourne

Damien Duff wants more from Shelbourne against Shamrock Rovers on Monday, saying he would have “substituted ten players if he could have” following their 1-0 defeat to Galway United on Friday. Shels won six in a row in the early phase of the season and have gone nine games unbeaten, but they have only secured two points from the last four games. Ed...

2024-04-21T17:18:51Z

Man Utd ‘reach £103m’ to ‘get ahead’ of Liverpool, City as Bayern ‘receive calls’ from Prem giants

Man Utd are keen to 'get ahead' of Man City, Liverpool and Real Madrid in the race to sign Bayern attacker Jamal Musiala, according to reports.

2024-04-23T08:26:05Z

Ballymacelligott’s Daniel O’Rahilly takes €80,000 prize as Knockeen Dazzler wins Kirby sweepstake final

There is one very appropriate word for it: Hallelujah! We use it to hail the truly magnificent victory of Knockeen Dazzler in the final of the €80,000-to-the-winner Kirby sweepstake at Limerick Track last Saturday night and to hail, in particular, his young owner, Daniel O’Rahilly, of Ballymacelligott. Knockeen Dazzler produced one marvellous run a...

2024-04-22T12:11:25Z

Hamilton: Ferrari F1 switch doesn't need "vindicating"

Lewis Hamilton says his decision to join Ferrari in Formula 1 doesn't need "vindicating", as he expressed ongoing annoyance at people continuing to "talk s**t" about it.

2024-04-18T11:05:52Z

Peres Jepchirchir and Catherine Debrunner smash marathon women's category

Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir stormed to victory in a women's only world-record time of two hours 16 minutes and 16 seconds in the London Marathon. Catherine Debrunner led for a time and finished more than six minutes clear of compatriot Manuela Schar to win her second London Marathon.

2024-04-21T15:01:25Z

Verstappen 'deserves' fourth in China F1 sprint qualifying with wet struggles

Max Verstappen felt Red Bull "deserve to be where we are" having struggled to get the tyres in the right window in the wet Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix sprint qualifying.

2024-04-19T09:51:33Z

Milne and Boyle set to stay but several Leinster men joining other provinces

There will be some inter-provincial movement out of Leinster this summer.

2024-04-23T08:25:20Z

8 senior games live on TV and streaming - this week's GAA schedule

A massive weekend of action is in store.

2024-04-23T09:39:04Z

Fitzgerald hails Waterford's 'fighting spirit' after much-needed Munster win

The Déise boss says they dedicated the victory to Shane Bennett who was ruled out of selection with a freak injury.

2024-04-21T20:53:38Z

Son of Chelsea legend on hunt for new manager's job after Harry Redknapp praise

Former United States coach Anthony Hudson is free to speak to other clubs after leaving his job with Al Markiyah in Qatar by mutual consent

2024-04-23T11:00:45Z

Ten Hag ‘credentials’ questioned in savage Man Utd enquiry as replacement ‘agrees’ move

A Man Utd chief has been tasked with conducting an enquiry into Erik ten Hag, while the search for a new manager is ramping up

2024-04-23T10:35:08Z

Kobbie Mainoo & Alejandro Garnacho are just the start! The next wave of Man Utd academy graduates who could have big roles to play in Sir Jim Ratcliffe's revolution

A new generation of talent is breaking through at Old Trafford, giving the Red Devils fresh reason for optimism after a nightmare season

2024-04-23T11:18:38Z

Data shows Leandro Trossard is one of the most lethal finishers in the Premier League

Leandro Trossard has scored all manner of goals in his 15 months as an Arsenal player, from back-post tap-ins to precise curlers, but he has never scored one quite like his opener against Wolves on Saturday night. Was it a scuff? A slice? A total mishit? Whatever you want to call it, there can be no way that Trossard intended to strike the ball as ...

2024-04-22T01:35:01Z

Jamie Carragher tips new favourite for Liverpool manager job as West Ham hold talks with Ruben Amorim

Jamie Carragher believes Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi is now favourite for the Liverpool job. The Reds are gearing up for the departure of Jurgen Klopp ahead of his final five games in charge, starting with Wednesday’s Merseyside derby away at Everton. There has so far been no update on who will replace Klopp at Anfield since the bombshell con...

2024-04-23T08:04:26Z

Next Liverpool manager: Edwards ‘used Amorim as smokescreen’ with Dutch coach bursting into contention

The next Liverpool manager will come from the Netherlands, according to a bold new report, which has now revealed Amorim was never really a serious contender

2024-04-23T08:16:47Z

Kerry U20 boss Tomás Ó Sé make five changes to side for Tipperary test

Kerry Under 20 football manager Tomás Ó Sé has made five changes to the side for Wednesday’s Munster championship (Phase 2 Round 3) clash with Tipperary at Austin Stack Park (7pm). After back-to-back away victories over Clare and Cork respectively, the Kingdom just need to avoid defeat to be absolutely certain of a place in the provincial decider o...

2024-04-23T08:14:26Z

Seamus Power records best finish this season at RBC Heritage as Scottie Scheffler wins fourth title in five starts

Scottie Scheffler insists he's mentally better than at any time in his career after he claimed his fourth win in five starts with a three-stroke victory in a Monday finish to the RBC Heritage in Hilton Head. The world number one, five shots clear overnight, parred the 16th and 17th and bogeyed the 18th to close with a three-under 68 and win on 19-u...

2024-04-22T13:56:40Z

Man United's dramatic win over Coventry 'not an embarrassment' - Ten Hag

United scuppered a 3-0 lead and needed penalties to go through to the FA Cup final.

2024-04-21T20:06:48Z

Henry Shefflin believes Galway ‘have a lot to do’ for Kilkenny showdown after victory over Carlow

Galway manager Henry Shefflin says his men will need to show a big improvement next Sunday when they host his native Kilkenny at Pearse Stadium. Galway did enough at the Salthill venue to see off Carlow but Shefflin knows it won’t be enough for them to get revenge on a Cats side who defeated them in the last two Leinster finals. “It was job done, n...

2024-04-21T17:03:54Z

Barcelona could demand Real Madrid replay if ‘phantom goal’ deemed legal

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has threatened legal action and could demand a replay after his side were denied a goal against Real Madrid at the weekend. Lamine Yamal thought he had scored in the 28th minute of Sunday’s 3-2 LaLiga loss at the Bernabeu but, after a lengthy VAR check, it was ruled the ball had not cross the line. The Spanish compe...

2024-04-23T08:04:25Z

Hamilton: Norris would have been better off conceding in Turn 1

Lewis Hamilton thinks Lando Norris would have been better off conceding position in their Turn 1 battle in Formula 1’s China sprint, as he had the pace to overtake later.

2024-04-20T04:51:50Z

Next Roy Hodgson or inspired move? Liverpool feel out Gary O’Neil for manager’s job

It will of course come as a shock to nobody that Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Gary O’Neil has reportedly interviewed for the Liverpool job

2024-04-23T11:56:32Z

Inter star trolls AC Milan with stunt after title win before hailing 'uncle' Thierry Henry

Marcus Thuram scored as Inter Milan won the Serie A title and he trolled archrivals AC Milan and shouted out Arsenal legend Thierry Henry during the celebrations

2024-04-23T11:30:52Z

4 talking points after Limerick's dramatic comeback floors Clare

It finished 3-15 to 1-18 in favour of the All-Ireland champions.

2024-04-21T18:23:14Z

Stormers v Leinster: What time, what channel and all you need to know

Leinster continue their South African tour in the URC this weekend with a visit to Stormers. Here's all you need to know about the game. Where and when is it on? The match takes place on Saturday at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town with a 6.05pm Irish time kick-off. Where can I watch the game? The game will be shown live on TG4 & Premier Sports 2. The ...

2024-04-23T10:29:46Z

The true Cancelo has finally shown his face at Barca

Club should save their money...

2024-04-23T11:05:13Z

Rory McIlroy set for quick PGA Tour U-turn after rejecting LIV Golf rumours

PGA Tour loyalist Rory McIlroy was recently linked with a mega-money move to LIV Golf.

2024-04-23T07:54:14Z

West Ham offer Amorim ‘considerably higher’ wage and ‘freedom’ with Liverpool move ‘unlikely’

With Amorim's move to Liverpool in jeopardy, it has been reported that West Ham offered the Sporting boss 'considerably' more money during talks on Monday.

2024-04-23T09:56:12Z

Limerick clip Clare wings with late comeback in gripping Munster SHC opener

Limerick wriggled off the hook in a gripping Munster SHC opener in Cusack Park, coming from nine points down to floor Clare in the final quarter and take a very significant step towards a fifth successive All-Ireland title. The common consensus was that to derail the champions, they would have to suffer their first wounds in Ennis and for a long ti...

2024-04-21T15:18:42Z

Why the West Ham job is a better bet than Liverpool for your Amorims and Fonsecas

Would Ruben Amorim, hypothetically, be mad to take the West Ham job over Liverpool? We don't think so.

2024-04-23T11:56:33Z

McLaren admits Malukas injury “more serious than we thought”

Arrow McLaren’s team principal Gavin Ward remains reserved about discussing David Malukas’ future with the IndyCar team, with the severity of the injury being worse than originally feared.

2024-04-21T18:10:45Z

F1 Chinese GP Sprint race: Start time, how to watch, TV channel

Formula 1 will stage a standalone Sprint on Saturday in Shanghai as part of the Chinese Grand Prix. Here's how you can watch it on TV.

2024-04-19T11:48:12Z

Euro Paper Talk: Man Utd launch titanic £233m triple swoop; Liverpool hijack Arsenal striker transfer

Man Utd are targeting a game-changing triple coup for three huge names, while Liverpool have muscled into Arsenal's territory for a 38-goal striker and a Man City ace could form a deadly new tandem with CR7

2024-04-23T11:47:22Z

Kilkenny fire 5-30 past Antrim, Galway down Carlow in Leinster SHC openers

The Cats were 32-point winners as the sides warmed up for next weekend’s showdown.

2024-04-21T16:23:09Z

Gearóid Hegarty: 'If you don't call out lads, that's when things start to get a bit lax'

The Limerick star on their player-driven culture and yesterday’s ‘immensely satisfying’ win over Clare.

2024-04-22T18:37:01Z

‘I get he’s a fan’s favourite … but he hasn’t deserved to play’ – Damien Duff expands on Shane Farrell criticism

Damien Duff has elaborated on his criticism of Shane Farrell after his red card against Shamrock Rovers, explaining that the fan favourite has been restricted to a cameo role because of the manager’s dissatisfaction with his approach to training. Farrell came off the bench in the scoreless draw with the Hoops but only lasted for ten minutes after p...

2024-04-23T08:29:28Z

Scheffler's caddie earns another $360K after latest PGA Tour win

Scheffler took home $3.6million for finishing in first place at the RBC Heritage on Monday morning, adding to the $3.5m he secured after winning The Masters last week.

2024-04-22T14:23:04Z

WorldSBK's Spinelli Subs For an Injured Petrucci At Assen Track

Petrux continues to give us updates on his recovery.

2024-04-23T12:35:34Z

Manthey on Porsche defending DTM title: “Don’t think they’ll allow that”

Manthey EMA is unsure if Porsche will be ‘allowed’ to defend its titles in the DTM this year, as the squad prepares for this weekend’s opening round of the season at Oschersleben.

2024-04-23T12:16:11Z

Newcastle's Anthony Gordon calls out three England stars over taking their Euro 2024 place

Anthony Gordon has impressed for Newcastle so far this season and the winger is desperate to be part of England's Euro 2024 squad, having made his Three Lions debut against Brazil last month

2024-04-23T09:00:25Z

Noel King: I wouldn’t have taken Dundalk FC manager’s job if I didn’t think we could stay up

JR: First and foremost, welcome to the club. I know there has been some negativity around the appointment but for you, it’s a massive thing I’m sure to be the new Dundalk FC manager. You’re obviously delighted? NK: Yes, of course. Why wouldn’t I be? It’s a great club with a great history. I’ve had good times here and I’m looking forward to trying t...

2024-04-23T12:15:07Z

Funeral details announced for Wicklow sports figure Daniel Dowling who died on Saturday

The funeral details for father-of-two Daniel ‘Danny’ Dowling, who died suddenly on Saturday, have been announced as the tight-knit communities of Glenmalure, Ballinacor, Rathdrum and surrounding areas are still struggling to come to terms with his loss. Danny, a stalwart of both Ballinacor GAA Club and Rathdrum Rugby Club, died peacefully, but unex...

2024-04-22T11:26:19Z

‘I don’t know what's going on over there’ – Matt Doherty says Ireland need manager by summer

Matt Doherty has joined his former international team-mate James McClean in criticising the FAI’s process in finding a new boss for the international team. Last week McClean, who expressed his unhappiness at the manner of his exit from the senior side and retirement in Stephen Kenny’s reign, said the recruitment process was "a bit of a shambles". A...

2024-04-22T10:56:14Z

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