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Christie Pattison’s strike guides Waterford past Sligo Rovers after game delayed by turf war

Christie Pattison's second-half strike was the difference as Waterford beat Sligo Rovers at The Showgrounds which sees the Blues move ahead of Rovers into seventh place in the table. The game got the go-ahead after it was delayed by 15 minutes as officials were unhappy that a patch of artificial turf used in the goalmouth. After it was pulled off, ...

2024-05-03T21:19:50Z

Big-match preview: This is no ordinary Champions Cup semi-final so Leinster must deal with the sense of occasion at Croke Park

His choice of words was unfortunate, but Northampton Saints back Tommy Freeman wasn’t far wrong when he said that the English team needed to come out with “all guns blazing” at Croke Park this evening. It is in their interest to make life as uncomfortable as possible for the de facto home team on Jones’ Road, to turn what should be a celebration in...

2024-05-04T01:35:41Z

Dundalk revival under King continues as they hold Shels to stalemate

Damien Duff’s side fail to make breakthrough at Oriel Park but maintain slender lead at top.

2024-05-03T21:12:49Z

'It's the fiercest derby of them all'

Ahead of tonight’s clash between Bohemians and Shamrock Rovers, League of Ireland legend Mark Rutherford recalls playing for both clubs.

2024-05-03T06:40:30Z

Where now for Tipperary as Liam Cahill heads for grudge match with Davy Fitz

Gone out of the Munster championship by the middle of May? That’s the situation facing Cork and possibly Tipperary before they meet in Semple.

2024-05-02T16:09:58Z

'You can't get consumed by the idea of this big stadium with all this history'

Leinster hooker Dan Sheehan looks ahead to tomorrow’s Champions Cup semi-final date with Northampton Saints.

2024-05-03T06:03:26Z

Organisers deny claims of discrimination against rugby fans over alcohol rules at Croke Park

The stadium forbids alcohol to be consumed in the seated or terrace areas at all GAA games.

2024-05-02T16:46:17Z

Jurgen Klopp vows never to watch TNT Sports again as Liverpool manager takes parting shot at broadcaster

Jurgen Klopp vows never to watch TNT Sports again as Liverpool manager takes parting shot at broadcaster - Klopp offered ‘a little advice from an old man on the way out’ as he criticised the way TV companies schedule fixtures

2024-05-03T10:12:43Z

Why League of Ireland stars like Darragh Markey are a dying breed

With a finance degree and a full-time job, the experienced Drogheda United midfielder is coming into his prime at a time of great change.

2024-05-03T05:10:19Z

‘Will Connors is incredibly unlucky’ – Leo Cullen explains key selection calls for Leinster’s Croke Park clash

Leo Cullen says the decision to leave Will Connors out of his matchday 23 for tomorrow’s Champions Cup semi-final against Northampton Saints was a difficult one. The Kildare native starred in the quarter-final win over La Rochelle, but misses out entirely as the coach recalls Josh van der Flier to his starting XV and goes for a 5/3 split of forward...

2024-05-03T12:48:30Z

Here's your essential TV guide for this weekend's live sport

There’s lots for fans to enjoy this weekend.

2024-05-03T06:03:51Z

Butler hat-trick halts Cork's winning run and sees Tipp close in on Munster U20 final

The reigning All-Ireland champions entered with nine victories but found themselves on the end of an 11-point loss.

2024-05-03T20:29:25Z

Jurgen Klopp attacks English football and 'overworked' Premier League

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp launched a lengthy attack on the state of English football after claiming the Premier League is 'overworked not overrated'.

2024-05-03T14:17:59Z

Jurgen Klopp reveals exactly how Liverpool are set up for success once he’s gone

Jurgen Klopp reveals exactly how Liverpool are set up for success once he’s gone - Klopp will leave Liverpool at the end of the season but is confident his project won’t die once Arne Slot takes over

2024-05-03T21:44:39Z

Sligo gymnasts excel at the Nationals winning an array of medals

Yama Hara Gymnastics Club showcased their talent and determination as the team competed in the National Sports Arena in Blanchardstown for the highly anticipated GymStart National Floor and Vault Competition on April 13 and 14. With an impressive team of 47 talented gymnasts, they left an enduring mark on the competition, demonstrating their except...

2024-05-02T23:06:17Z

Verstappen surprised "terrible" lap was enough for Miami F1 sprint pole

Max Verstappen says he was surprised that his "terrible" SQ3 lap was enough to take a sprint pole at Formula 1's Miami Grand Prix.

2024-05-03T21:56:53Z

Wrexham confirm eight departures while partying in Las Vegas but James McClean will be with them in League One

Wrexham have confirmed the departure of a number of key figures as the club prepares for life in League One. Owned by American stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, the Welsh side secured back-to-back promotions by finishing second in League Two to return to the English third tier for the first time in 19 years. Another elevation is likely to lea...

2024-05-03T18:19:22Z

Cork City maintain lead at top while Wexford throw away two-goal lead

Athlone Town fight back for draw as Cobh Ramblers, Finn Harps and UCD also claim victories.

2024-05-03T21:12:48Z

US Congressman asks if F1’s Andretti block is a “money grab”

The US Congress member spearheading the scrutiny of Liberty Media’s block on Andretti-GM’s Formula 1 bid has questioned the motives of the sport’s commercial rights holder.

2024-05-02T11:21:21Z

Stuart Bingham and Jak Jones battle it out in tense World Championship semi-final

The pair are level 8-8.

2024-05-03T21:43:22Z

Drunk Jamie Carragher interviewing Jadon Sancho is the best thing you'll see today

While English winger Jadon Sancho starred for Borussia Dortmund on the pitch in their 1-0 win over PSG in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final clash, it was Jamie Carragher who grabbed the headlines off it. Sancho, on loan from Manchester United, wasn't directly involved in the only goal of the game but his skill, dribbling and moveme...

2024-05-02T08:38:53Z

Relaxed Northampton Saints try their hand at hurling as they get to grips with Croke Park

The Northampton Saints players opted to trade in their rugby balls for sliotars and Gaelic footballs at Croke Park this afternoon as they got a feel of what Croke Park has to offer tomorrow. The English club didn’t do a full training session on Jones’ Road, instead coming out for a walk through and trying their hand at the sports normally associate...

2024-05-03T16:34:07Z

Mini Sevens double for Abbeydorney NS who win Cumann na mBunscol camogie and hurling finals

Abbeydorney National School has won the camogie and hurling titles at the Allianz Cumann na mBunscol GAA /INTO Mini Sevens finals played in Tom Healy Park Abbeydorney. Ten teams qualified to compete from four district preliminary groups earlier in the week. Six camogie teams – Abbeydorney, Ardfert, Gaelscoil Faithléann, Ballyduff, Drumnacurra/Balli...

2024-05-02T10:04:07Z

Ireland defender Richard Keogh announces retirement

Keogh has called time on his 20-year playing career.

2024-05-03T13:56:40Z

Mixed morning leaves Ireland Men and Women needing wins at Singapore Sevens

Ireland Men are second in the overall series standings ahead of the Grand Final in Madrid later this month.

2024-05-03T15:34:54Z

It’s a sick obsession. It’s heart-breaking – James Lowe on his sometimes difficult relationship with the Champions Cup

James Lowe may have a Champions Cup winner’s medal in the cabinet, but the fact he wasn’t selected for the semi-final and final back in 2018 means he has long been determined to right a few wrongs. That motivation is also fuelled by having lost three finals since Bilbao when Lowe was left out of the match-day squad in favour of Jamison Gibson-Park ...

2024-05-04T01:35:34Z

St Brendan’s Park fancied to lift Premier B title with victory over Ballyheigue Athletic

CHARLEVILLE CHEESE PREMIER B FINAL St Brendan’s Park v Ballyheigue Athletic Sunday, May 5 Mounthawk Park, Tralee at 5pm One of the most exciting divisions this year was Premier B with a great battle between St Brendan’s Park, Ballyheigue Athletic, Castlegregory and Killarney Celtic B for a place in the final. Ballyheigue clinched their place in the...

2024-05-04T05:06:07Z

'Everyone understands the history of what Croke Park represents to the Irish people'

Leinster’s James Lowe looks ahead to today’s Champions Cup semi-final against Northampton Saints.

2024-05-04T06:22:26Z

Luton keep survival hopes alive with 1-1 draw at home to Everton

Elijah Adebayo’s excellent first-half equaliser rescued a point after Dominic Calvert-Lewin converted from spot.

2024-05-03T21:27:53Z

Leinster vs Northampton: What time, what channel and all you need to know about the Champions Cup semi-final

Having seen off defending champions La Rochelle in the last round, Leinster face Premiership side Northampton in a Champions Cup semi-final this Saturday. The other last-four tie pits Toulouse against Harlequins, with the final taking place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, May 25. Here’s everything you need to know about the match. Whe...

2024-05-02T14:49:53Z

£12,000 for a ticket to see Scotland's opening game at the Euros!

Watching Scotland play at a major tournament has been a rare treat over the past three decades. But Scotland tickets for their Euro opening match are being offered by resale companies for £12,000

2024-05-03T21:35:46Z

Tiger Woods accepts special exemption to compete at his 23rd US Open

Three-time champion Tiger Woods has accepted a special exemption into next month’s US Open at Pinehurst No 2. The 15-time Major winner failed to qualify for the first time when his five-year exemption for winning the 2019 Masters ran out. “The US Open, our national championship, is a truly special event for our game and one that has helped define m...

2024-05-03T01:36:50Z

What’s it like to play the hottest new golf venue in the world, Terras da Comporta?

Heritage and history are prized assets in the world of golf, but even the greatest stories need to start somewhere. The Dunas course at Terras da Comporta is brand spanking new; a venue fresh out of the box which is already earning itself a reputation as one of the hottest courses in world golf. David McLay Kidd is the man behind the design of the ...

2024-05-03T05:12:22Z

The 24 Heures Motos Drew A Massive Crowd at Le Mans

More than 78,000 people camped out to watch the opening round of the 2024 FIM Endurance World Championship.

2024-05-02T11:55:44Z

Van der Flier and Molony start for Leinster against Northampton

Saints captain Lewis Ludlam misses out for the visitors.

2024-05-03T11:19:16Z

‘Everything that’s wrong in Irish grassroots football’ – DDSL in Kennedy Cup row

The Dublin and District Schoolboys/girls league will hope for action from the FAI to prevent their players from being barred from the prestigious Kennedy Cup and Gaynor Cup tournaments next month. And one underage coach has spoken out about the row which he says ”should tell you everything that’s wrong in Irish grassroots football”. The DDSL had ap...

2024-05-02T08:18:49Z

Brown: Newey won't be last domino to fall at Red Bull F1 team

McLaren Formula 1 CEO Zak Brown says he expects Adrian Newey won't be the last domino to fall at Red Bull due to the team's power games.

2024-05-03T20:11:35Z

'It's a real privilege to be here. I hope we do it justice'

Leinster trained at Croke Park this morning ahead of tomorrow’s Champions Cup meeting with Northampton Saints.

2024-05-03T13:34:45Z

Sainz: No assurance of future Audi F1 seat amid Hulkenberg deal

Carlos Sainz says he has no “assurance” of a future Formula 1 seat with Audi but feels it “makes complete sense” for the manufacturer to have signed Nico Hulkenberg.

2024-05-03T09:40:00Z

Adam McBurney signs for Connacht from Edinburgh

The former Ireland U20 international began his career at Ulster and will return to Ireland ahead of the 2024/25 season.

2024-05-02T14:00:53Z

State Man rises to occasion on another record-breaking day for Willie Mullins

Willie Mullins etched his place further into racing folklore as Grade One victories for State Man (2/7 favourite) and Ballyburn (1/5 favourite) saw the Closutton maestro become the winning-most trainer in Irish history. That saw Mullins (4,378 winners) edge past Dermot Weld, and the enormity of the achievement wasn’t lost on him in a season which a...