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Ireland to play first Test match on home soil in six years as Belfast encounter with Zimbabwe confirmed for July

Ireland will play their first Test match on home soil for more than six years this summer after the confirmation that a five-day match against Zimbabwe will go ahead in Belfast on July 25-29. As reported in the Irish Independent last week, the board of Cricket Ireland reversed controversial plans to balance the books by axing the showpiece after a ...

Feyenoord boss Arne Slot emerges as leading contender to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool

Liverpool are considering Feyenoord coach Arne Slot as the man to replace Jurgen Klopp. Slot has become one of the most coveted coaches in Europe, with Barcelona and Bayern Munich also interested in the Dutchman. Now Liverpool’s extended recruitment process has identified the 45-year-old as a possible successor as Klopp prepares for an emotional fa...

Ferrari F1 drivers split over China sprint race clash talks

Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz have given different takes on if they have cleared the air over their Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix sprint race battle.

Jackals, cross kicks, and Fijian shrugs - How Munster beat the Bulls

A red card helped but Munster had to be accurate to win in Pretoria.

Major scandals in Olympic history

The Olympic Games are the pinnacle of competitive sports, where athletes set new records and exhibit the utmost sportsmanship. However, these Games have also witnessed numerous scandals that have marred the spirit of competition. Explore the gallery and get to know about the major controversies that have occurred throughout the history of the Olympic Games.

Tipperary senior hurling draw made again after original declared 'null and void'

Reigning champions Kiladangan are set to face Clonoulty-Rossmore, Templederry Kenyons and JK Brackens.

Wexford FC Women get first win as they hit Cliftonville for six

Wexford FC Women 6 Cliftonville 0 Wexford FC Women got their first win of the campaign, defeating Cliftonville in Ferrycarrig Park on Saturday to move within sniffing distance of a semi-final spot in the All-Island Cup. Ceola Bergin got her first, second and third senior goals for Wexford in the win, with her treble added to by Ellen Molloy’s crack...

The Olympus Rally Is One of the Most Underrated Events in Motorsports

We went to the 30th running of the American Rally Association's Olympus Rally in the forests of rural Washington.

Unai Emery extends Aston Villa contract

The Spaniard’s existing deal still had two years to run but he has agreed terms for an additional 12 months.

Wolff: Mercedes can't just keep living off F1 ‘bright spots’

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says his team cannot keep living off “bright spots” from Formula 1 weekends, with him clear its current performance level is simply not good enough.

David Clifford on improving football, the NFL, and 'uncomfortable' generational talent tag

The Kerry superstar tries to ‘take the emotion out of the game,’ as Pep Guardiola often references.

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.

Wexford jockey James O’Sullivan lands 15th success of season at Naas

Camolin conditional jockey James O’Sullivan landed his 15th success of the season when partnering 4/1 favourite Cheerful Chap to win the two-mile handicap hurdle for Philip Rothwell at Naas on Tuesday. Owned by the Geesala Racing Group syndicate, the seven-year-old battled well to get the better of the Des McDonogh-trained 9/2 chance Verbal Sparrin...

Santiago Cordero primed to make long-awaited return for Connacht’s run-in

Santiago Cordero has waited many months but today in Galway the moment finally arrived as he stepped out for his first training session in eight months. Eight months since damaging his knee in pre-season, the Puma flyer’s tentative return will be a significant boost for a Connacht side whose fitful campaign may yet end with Champions Cup qualificat...

Down's syndrome runner rejected from sports clubs sets world record

Down's syndrome runner, Lloyd Martin, 19, who set a world record at the London Marathon has said 'anything is possible' after years of being turned away by sports clubs.

Magic of the Munster championship comes with an inherent flaw

Cork or Clare could be finished after seven days, while Wexford or Dublin will make it to the All-Ireland series.

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...

10 things we learned from the 2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix

Max Verstappen made it four wins from five with a commanding performance at the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix, leading home Lando Norris who surprised with second for McLaren. But while the on-track action provided a suitable level of entertainment, off-track rumblings also took the headlines. This and more is what we learned from Shanghai

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 ...

Louth to play in a Leinster SFC semi-final for 51st time but such clashes with Kildare are rare

Sunday will mark the 51st time that a Louth team has contested a Leinster SFC semi-final but just the seventh in which the Reds have opposed Kildare in the last four. The Wee county’s record of 20 wins and 30 losses at the penultimate stage is decent but the balance was a lot more equal prior to the period from 1964 to 1998, during which Louth were...

Ten-man Shelbourne remain in top spot after holding Shamrock Rovers to Tolka Park stalemate

The warm embraces shared by Damien Duff and Stephen Bradley before, after and even during this game suggested that their relationship has survived a rocky patch at the business end of last season when shots were fired in the media. There’s a sense that recent events around Irish football have united them on the same page, with the two highest profi...

Cullen on Jordie Barrett arrival: 'He’s a player that hopefully, they’re excited to see'

Leinster face the Stormers next Saturday night.

Much for Galway and Mayo to chew over, Donnelly's heroic return, Ulster schedule mess

While the familiar names are back in the final, Connacht experiences its’ own levelling up, while the standout performance belonged to a gnarly veteran.

The tragic downfall of Emma Raducanu, winner of the 2021 US Open

Five-star Leicester close in on promotion as Southampton left facing play-offs

Abdul Fatawu scored a hat-trick in a 5-0 win.

Kevin McStay eyes ‘huge’ Connacht prize after ‘mixed bag’ display against Roscommon

In this era of endless navel-gazing over the provincial championships, Kevin McStay offered a refreshing counterpoint after his Mayo charges had dispatched Roscommon at Dr Hyde Park. A five-point win over a Rossie collective that appeared low on confidence and lower still in their shooting percentages was not a performance that will win you an All-...

Spoils shared as Sligo and Galway meet in first Connacht derby in seven years

The Tribesmen’s last win at The Showgrounds was in 2003 in the FAI Cup.

David Moyes heading towards the exit as West Ham ponder an alternative future

The official party line — from David Moyes and from West Ham’s hierarchy — has not changed: a decision over the manager’s future will not be taken until the campaign is done and the summer recess in swing. The sense, though, is that the scales are tilting decisively in one direction, towards a natural conclusion and a parting of the ways. Three day...

Munster football final set for Ennis after coin toss

Cusack Park confirmed to host its first Munster football final since 1919.

‘What can happen now though?’ – Shay Given criticises Nottingham Forest over ‘nuclear’ option with VAR accusations

Former Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given sees Nottingham Forest's inflammatory claims directed at match officials following their 2-0 defeat at Everton on Sunday as counter-productive. Three Forest members of staff – head coach Nuno Espirito Santo, referee analyst Mark Clattenburg and full-back Neco Williams – have been asked by the FA to explain comme...

Conor McGregor tells ‘brother’ Justin Bieber he has his ‘back for life’

Conor McGregor has issued a shout out to his “brother” Justin Bieber, who he says will be supporting him when he makes his UFC comeback in Las Vegas. The Crumlin fighter spoke of his friendship with the Canadian superstar, just days after his UFC bout against Michael Chandler was announced. The pair will square up in Vegas on June 29. McGregor shar...

Arsenal kit 2024-25: Why Gunners are replacing club crest with cannon

Arsenal will play with the iconic cannon on all three of their kits next season as opposed to the club crest. The club have previously used the cannon instead of the crest before, such as for last season’s away kit. Next season, however, will be the first time that the cannon has featured on all three of Arsenal’s kit. The club crest will remain an...

Louth stun Dublin to book first Leinster U20 football final since 2012

Meath ended Kildare’s All-Ireland defence with a five-point win in Hawkfield.

'Retiring on my own terms my proudest achievement', says Stuart Broad

Former cricketer Stuart Broad, who received a CBE for his services to cricket from the Princess Royal during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle, said retiring after leading England to a win in the last Ashes series was his proudest achievement.

Wexford basketball boys blaze trail

Wexford Blazers emerged victorious against Larry Birds of Kilcullen in the semi-final of the Kilkenny South-East Under-15 Cup, after an exhilarating and closely-contested basketball match. The game kept fans on the edge of their seats as both teams displayed skill, determination and sportsmanship. The match started with Elijah winning the jump ball...

Local drivers fare well at Mondello Masters

After a year away from racing over the problem of insurance, it was all systems go in the newly-sponsored Mondello Masters. It was somewhat ironic that the new sponsor of the iconic championship would be an insurance company, with motorcycle specialist Principal Insurances now the title sponsor of the Masters. There was a great crowd that were bask...

Savvy golf picks lands Kerry punters a nice windfall in Masters golf challenge

It was a Masters tournament to remember for many reasons with World Number 1 Scottie Scheffler claiming his second green jacket in three years with a dominant performance in tough conditions. Playing such great golf, it was no surprise then that almost all of those that finished in the Top 10 of the recent ‘2024 US Masters Tipster Competition’, org...

Man United's Antony blasted 'embarrassing' after mocking Coventry players

Manchester United's Brazilian winger Antony has been slammed as 'embarrassing' online after cupping his ear at the Coventry City players after the Premier League side won its FA Cup semi-final tie on penalties at Wembley. The Red Devils and Sky Blues did battle on April 21 with a spot in the FA Cup final against Manchester City up for grabs. After ...

Red-hot Arsenal boost goal difference with thumping win over Chelsea

Kai Havertz and Ben White both bagged braces in a 5-0 win at the Emirates.

Kildare dethroned as Royal command performance puts Meath into Leinster U20FC final

Meath dethroned All-Ireland champions Kildare with a richly-deserved five-point victory in the EirGrid Leinster Under-20 Football semi-final in Manguard Park. It was a victory built on an outstanding defensive unit which not only kept the Kildare forwards in check but performed heroics at the other end in creating and finishing the all-important br...

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.

Sainz: Leclerc start battle cost Ferrari in F1 China GP

Carlos Sainz says his fight with Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc cost them both valuable ground in Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix.

Joe Canning: 'I'd question other teams before I'd question Clare'

Galway great unsure about ‘Cork coming’ ahead of this weekend’s showdown.

Why Norris' China F1 sprint pole lap was deleted and reinstated

McLaren's Lando Norris pole lap for Formula 1's sprint at the Chinese Grand Prix was deleted and then reinstated, as race control manually overruled its scoring system.

'It's a great honour': Novak Djokovic named Sportsman of the Year

Tennis player Novak Djokovic says 'it's a great honour' after being crowned as Laureus World Sportsman of the Year for a record-equalling fifth time.

'I don't know what's going on over there' - Matt Doherty puzzled by FAI's manager search

The 43-cap defender said that ‘it will be pretty good’ if John O’Shea continues in the role after his interm stint in March.

'Frisch will be gone. There's a game being played here around negotiating a transfer fee'

Bernard Jackman believes Munster are in danger of slipping backwards next season if they can’t recruit further depth to their squad.

‘It’s not over yet’ – Willie Mullins has one hand on the British jump trainers’ title

Willie Mullins insists he will be taking nothing for granted in the British jump trainers' title race, despite building up a sizeable lead via an Ayr four-timer on Saturday, which included a crucial Coral Scottish Grand National triumph. The Closutton powerhouse began the day £4,982 behind Dan Skelton but powered clear at the top of the table after...

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...

RB brands Ricciardo/Tsunoda Chinese GP crashes “unnecessary”

The separate incidents that took RB duo Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda out of the Chinese Grand Prix have been labelled as “unnecessary” by their Formula 1 boss.