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Ex-Man City youngster impresses Kenny on full League of Ireland debut

Romal Palmer produced an influential display against Bohemians.

2024-05-25T13:15:00Z

Damien Duff invokes spirit of Buddha after Rovers win and reveals dressing room title discussion

Damien Duff says he enjoyed a Buddha like sense of calm after Shelbourne’s landmark win in Tallaght, but stressed that the surprise league leaders have been targeting a title tilt since the first day of pre-season. A pair of Will Jarvis penalties delivered the Reds a maiden victory at the Dublin 24 stadium and a first away success against the Hoops...

2024-05-25T09:31:10Z

Donegal make a statement in victory over meek Tyrone

Donegal were seven-point winners in Ballybofey.

2024-05-25T21:13:40Z

Louth hammer Meath, Armagh off the mark with win over Westmeath

Louth had 10 points to spare in their first championship win over Meath in 49 years.

2024-05-25T20:13:31Z

'He's a bit of a character' - Time for the Nienaber Effect to take flight

The South African senior coach has had a huge influence on Leinster this season.

2024-05-25T10:52:13Z

F1 Monaco GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more

Charles Leclerc topped the Friday practice times for Ferrari ahead of the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix. Here’s how and when to watch qualifying.

2024-05-24T17:26:18Z

Two-time PGA Tour winner Grayson Murray dies aged 30 a day after withdrawing from Charles Schwab Cup Challenge

Two-time PGA Tour winner Grayson Murray died Saturday morning at age 30, one day after he withdrew from the Charles Schwab Cup Challenge at Colonial. There were no immediate details on the circumstances of his death, only shock and grief from the PGA Tour and his management team. “I am at a loss for words,” PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan said. “...

2024-05-25T20:02:52Z

Luke Donald, Shane Lowry, and Justin Rose lead tributes after 'devastating' Grayson Murray loss

The PGA Tour announced the sudden death of two-time winner Grayson Murray on Saturday after he withdrew from the Charles Schwab Challenge during the second round on Friday

2024-05-25T21:40:32Z

Dupont sprinkles his magic to inflict more final misery on Leinster

The Toulouse captain was brilliant on both sides of the ball across a gripping game in London.

2024-05-25T17:53:23Z

Darragh McCarthy point earns Munster crown for Tipp as umpires miss Cork goal

Premier will face Offaly in All-Ireland final.

2024-05-24T21:24:48Z

'That’s what the cold, wet nights of winter are for' - Waterford camogie still on the rise

Lorraine Bray is the Waterford captain this year.

2024-05-25T18:13:17Z

O'Brien scores but Lyon beaten by PSG in French Cup final

Kylian Mbappe collected silverware in his final game for PSG.

2024-05-25T21:46:22Z

What shock FA Cup win means for Man Utd, Chelsea and Newcastle in Europe

The FA Cup final had significant repercussions for other clubs.

2024-05-25T16:10:56Z

Man Utd board handed Erik ten Hag sack demand midway through FA Cup final

Erik ten Hag is under increasing pressure at Old Trafford with claims that the board could wield the axe and sack him after the final - regardless of whether Man United win the trophy against Man City

2024-05-25T15:24:29Z

Verstappen: Red Bull "getting found out" by F1 rivals as gap closes

Max Verstappen says his Red Bull Formula 1 team is "getting found out" by its rivals after qualifying sixth in Monaco with car handling issues.

2024-05-25T19:00:24Z

Late Dublin surge sees off Roscommon in front of tiny Croke Park crowd

An estimated crowd of just 12,000 saw Dublin gloss the scoreboard with a late 2-2 salvo.

2024-05-25T19:13:19Z

Liverpool's 'brain' left long before Jurgen Klopp and Reds players 'didn't know' why

Jurgen Klopp's incredible nine-year dynasty at Liverpool has reached its end, though one forgotten man played as crucial a role as any in Liverpool's early success

2024-05-25T05:38:02Z

Antonio Conte accepts high-profile return to management and targets Chelsea forward immediately

The former Tottenham boss could secure his next job within a week and already has a Chelsea raid on his agenda

2024-05-25T20:19:37Z

‘We’re pretty devastated’ – Leo Cullen reflects on agonising extra-time loss to Toulouse

Speaking to RTE after the game, Leo Cullen cut a dejected figure as he dissected Leinster’s 31-22 extra-time defeat at the hands of Stade Toulousain in the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London. “We’re pretty devastated, you can see the guys out there who poured a huge amount into this campaign. That was two very good teams going at it, and it was prob...

2024-05-25T17:32:26Z

Darragh McCarthy strikes late to seal thrilling Tipperary victory over Cork in Munster U20 hurling final

An outrageous Darragh McCarthy winning point saw Tipperary snatch a dramatic Munster U20 hurling title from Cork and advance to an All-Ireland final against Offaly. The sides were level for the 11th time with William Buckley’s free in the fourth and final minute of added time but in the few remaining seconds, the Toomevara star’s 10th point proved ...

2024-05-24T20:59:09Z

Bob Arum calls Josh Taylor vs Jack Catterall scorecards a 'disgrace'

Josh Taylor's defeat to Jack Catterall was a 'disgrace' according to his promoter Bob Arum, who lost his head during a seething rant after hearing the result.

2024-05-26T02:09:26Z

Luke Littler forced to watch FA Cup final from home 'for own safety' as Wembley plans change

Man United fan Luke Littler said he was travelling to Wembley to watch the match against bitter rivals Man City but explained why he wasn't in attendance on Instagram

2024-05-25T15:09:27Z

Agony again for Leinster as Toulouse claim their 6th Champions Cup crown

The French side won a thrilling, wild final in extra time.

2024-05-25T16:38:19Z

Arsenal news: Gunners face Champions League nightmare as Alexander Isak price emerges

Arsenal's full attention is now on the summer transfer window as Mikel Arteta looks to boost his squad to ensure his side can once again challenge for the title next season

2024-05-25T04:37:49Z

Cole Custer Says Rival NASCAR Driver 'Tried To Kill' Him During Saturday's Race

After Saturday's Xfinity Series race at Charlotte, it's clear that Cole Custer isn't exactly a big fan of Austin Hill. Custer wrecked out of the race with around 17 laps to go, as Hill ran into his bumper and sent him flying into the infield support wall. Custer took a hard shot, but he was ...

2024-05-25T21:38:23Z

Statement win for Shelbourne over champions Shamrock Rovers

Will Jarvis scored twice from the penalty spot to extend league leaders’ advantage to six points.

2024-05-24T21:12:29Z

'The changing room is devastated... It hurts. It hurts a lot'

Leinster were left to rue another one that got away in the Champions Cup final.

2024-05-25T18:38:25Z

How a chain change led to a Barcelona MotoGP practice “mess” for Quartararo

Fabio Quartararo says his chances of ensuring two Yamahas made it into Q2 for the MotoGP Catalan Grand Prix were thwarted by a lengthy chain change.

2024-05-24T17:03:09Z

Adam Idah the hero after his last-minute strike sees Celtic beat Rangers in Scottish Cup final

Adam Idah’s dramatic last-minute strike earned Celtic a 1-0 win over Rangers in the 150th anniversary Scottish Gas Scottish Cup final at Hampden Park. Gers striker Cyriel Dessers missed a couple of chances in a goalless first half before replacement Abdallah Sima had the ball in the net in the 59th minute, only for referee Nick Walsh to rule it out...

2024-05-25T16:47:20Z

Liverpool news: Mohamed Salah prediction made as Reds rejection comes to light

Liverpool face a big summer as they look to move on from long-serving manager Jurgen Klopp, with new boss Arne Slot needing to make significant decisions over his squad

2024-05-25T04:52:53Z

Man City FFP: Citizens told Guardiola will quit and then case will be heard as Souness makes ‘rush’ claim

The 115 charges Man City are facing for alleged breaches of the Premier League's financial rules "won’t get dropped until" Pep Guardiola leaves.

2024-05-25T10:09:29Z

All Ireland winning Co Wexford school team celebrates 25 years on

Memories of an exciting and momentous 1999 came flooding back for past Good Counsel College students at a 25-year reunion. The school’s big All Ireland football win that year was also celebrated at the event, which drew a crowd of past pupils from near and as far away as Sydney. Most of the players in the 1999 team were also in 6th Year that year, ...

2024-05-24T13:13:07Z

Why Russell got new Mercedes F1 front wing over Hamilton in Monaco

Lewis Hamilton was quick to point out after qualifying behind George Russell for Formula 1’s Monaco Grand Prix that his team-mate had benefitted from a new front wing.

2024-05-25T19:15:26Z

O'Brien aiming to cap stunning breakout and ruin Mbappe's PSG farewell

Lyon face PSG in tonight’s French Cup final.

2024-05-25T13:15:03Z

Bayern Munich agree €11.9million compensation fee for Burnley boss Kompany - reports

The German giants are looking for a replacement for Thomas Tuchel.

2024-05-25T15:00:17Z

Tyson Fury eyeing off shore mansion in tax haven full to the brim with wealthy residents

Tyson Fury's first thought after losing his world heavyweight championship fight with Oleksandr Usyk was to dream of heading home to relax with his family.

2024-05-25T10:51:56Z

'A boy from Ireland scoring the winning goal against Rangers. Wow. What a summer he’ll have'

Brendan Rodgers saluted ‘big-game player’ Adam Idah after Celtic’s cup win.

2024-05-25T19:23:27Z

Despite Clearing Kyle Larson's Charlotte Return, NASCAR Fans Upset as Donald Trump Confirms Coca-Cola 600 Plans

The Coca-Cola 600 is a yearly race at the Charlotte Motor Speedway and is one of the most prestigious races on the NASCAR calendar. The post Despite Clearing Kyle Larson's Charlotte Return, NASCAR Fans Upset as Donald Trump Confirms Coca-Cola 600 Plans appeared first on EssentiallySports.

2024-05-25T11:06:12Z

De Vries: First points since Formula E return "like a victory"

Nyck de Vries says scoring his first points of the Formula E season in Shanghai “is like a victory”, having led briefly before immediately being told to drop back.

2024-05-25T15:29:50Z

Oleksandr Usyk rubs John Fury's nose in it with latest celebratory photo

Oleksandr Usyk took an unsubtle shot at John Fury, sharing a photo of the WBC title belt draped over the shoulder of Stanislav Stepchuk, who John headbutted.

2024-05-26T02:24:28Z

Why risk still trumps tyre temps in Monaco's F1 pole fight

With so little to choose between Formula 1’s top cars in qualifying trim, the key to pole position recently has increasingly come down to hitting the peak of tyre performance.

2024-05-25T09:13:50Z

What are the key questions ahead of today's All-Ireland football games?

There are four games down for decision in the Sam Maguire group stages.

2024-05-25T18:13:21Z

Premier power on with thrilling victory over Waterford

Elsewhere, Cork ran out 1-15 to 1-6 winners over Wexford and Galway edged Dublin by 0-17 to 1-11 at Parnell Park.

2024-05-25T18:58:17Z

It's 'Fodenballs' now! Phil Foden's pals have given him a new nickname

The Man City attacking midfielder, 23 is the youngest player to win the League six times and is a doting dad to two young children from his relationship with his childhood sweetheart.

2024-05-25T12:08:47Z

‘I’ve always supported Celtic, it’s an amazing feeling’ – Adam Idah hoping for permanent deal after cup-winning goal

Adam Idah wrote himself into the history books with an injury time winner to deliver Scottish Cup glory against Rangers. The Corkman has proved his worth in a Celtic shirt after his January signing from Norwich on loan proved divisive. But Brendan Rodgers’ faith in Idah has been justified, with the Irish international making a habit of scoring impo...

2024-05-25T17:02:21Z

O’Donovan goal decisive as Kilkenny edge Dublin to claim Leinster minor title

Elsewhere, Galway and Wexford both picked up wins in the All-Ireland MHC preliminary quarter-finals.

2024-05-25T18:13:11Z

Fernandez “crying like a baby” after “very stupid mistake” in Barcelona MotoGP sprint

Raul Fernandez was “crying like a baby” after crashing out of the lead of the MotoGP Catalan Grand Prix sprint race, which he says was a “very stupid mistake”.

2024-05-25T14:51:34Z

‘It struck a very sombre note’ – Colm O’Rourke reveals Mathew Costello insisted on playing despite death of father

Meath manager Colm O’Rourke revealed that Mathew Costello insisted on playing against Louth despite his father Paul passing away on the morning of the game. Speaking to reporters after Louth had run out convincing winners in Inniskeen, O’Rourke stated the Dunshaughlin man was eager to play in the fixture where he kicked the first score of the game....

2024-05-25T19:32:46Z

Alonso hit with F1 Imola GP pitlane start after Aston Martin changes

Fernando Alonso will start Formula 1's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix from Imola's pitlane after Aston Martin made changes to his car.

2024-05-19T10:37:29Z

Magnussen incensed after aborting Monaco F1 quali lap for "no reason"

Haas Formula 1 driver Kevin Magnussen was incensed by a decision to abort a Monaco Grand Prix qualifying lap that he felt was on track for a Q3 appearance.

2024-05-25T16:45:04Z

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