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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

Leclerc: Sainz “over the limit” with defence in F1 Chinese GP sprint race

Charles Leclerc felt Ferrari team-mate Carlos Sainz went “over the limit” in defence during the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix as the pair glanced blows.

2024-04-20T04:36:50Z

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...

2024-04-23T13:30:16Z

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

Terry Hill dead, aged 52: Rugby league centre passed away from heart attack

Former NSW and Australian Test centre Terry Hill has passed away from an apparent heart attack in the Philippines.

2024-04-24T04:50:43Z

‘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...

2024-04-23T11:44:59Z

Micheál Donoghue spells out Dublin’s massive turnover of players since reign started

Micheál Donoghue had a point to make on Sunday. The Dublin manager had been asked about his young squad and the nutritional benefits of annexing a draw in Wexford Park from an improbable situation in their Leinster SHC round-robin clash. “I think what’s been totally missed with this group is, there’s been nearly a 60 per cent turnover in the squad...

2024-04-23T06:04:08Z

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

Leinster face the Stormers next Saturday night.

2024-04-23T05:09:54Z

Chelsea: Finance expert predicts 15-point deduction if Premier League ‘reject PSR loophole’

Finance expert Kieran Maguire thinks Everton and Nottingham Forest are "right to be furious at Chelsea", who could be given a severe points deduction.

2024-04-23T17:42:15Z

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.

2024-04-19T09:36:32Z

Galway United jump up to fifth despite Sligo Rovers stalemate

The first Connacht derby since 2017 finished in a scoreless draw as Sligo Rovers and Galway United could not be separated at The Showgrounds. It means Galway move up for fifth place, while Sligo Rovers stay in seventh. John Caulfield’s side have proven to be difficult to beat so far this season. And have only conceded six goals so far, the lowest n...

2024-04-22T21:07:46Z

'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.

2024-04-22T12:52:34Z

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

Harriet Dart ready to play Madrid Open villain and send home favourite packing - EXCLUSIVE

Harriet Dart will face Spain's No. 2 in her first main draw match at the Madrid Open.

2024-04-23T21:11:05Z

Steven Kitshoff confirmed to have played final Ulster game after season ended by injury

Ulster prop Steven Kitshoff has played his final game for the province after it was confirmed that he has departed the country following a season-ending knee injury. The Springbok World Cup winner limped off in the second half of their Challenge Cup Quarter-Final defeat to Clermont two weeks ago and was ruled out in the short-term initially. Howeve...

2024-04-23T15:00:27Z

NASCAR Cup Talladega: Reddick escapes chaos for dramatic win

Tyler Reddick escaped two late-race wrecks to charge to a dramatic and unexpected victory in Sunday’s NASCAR Cup race at Talladega Superspeedway.

2024-04-22T08:57:24Z

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

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

2024-04-23T20:10:35Z

'They need to be comfortable handing over money' - Bradley hints at reasons for LOI's lack of investment

Stephen Bradley says last night’s high-profile league clash with Shelbourne was ruined by the playing surface at Tolka Park.

2024-04-23T10:07:03Z

'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.

2024-04-23T20:08:50Z

'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.

2024-04-23T01:22:53Z

Bears analyst begs NFL to prevent Vikings from drafting Drake Maye

The Minnesota Vikings could end up with Drake Maye in the 2024 NFL Draft and that worries a Chicago Bears analyst.

2024-04-23T17:37:48Z

Klopp gives injury news and discusses the mood around Liverpool

Jurgen Klopp gives Liverpool injury news and discusses the mood around the club ahead of the Merseyside derby

2024-04-23T16:25:02Z

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.

2024-04-23T21:55:50Z

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

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

2024-04-23T21:23:27Z

Leo Cullen knows loss of focus could cost Leinster as big games loom large

There was nothing wonderful about Leinster’s rare slip-up at the weekend for Leo Cullen. At one stage during yesterday’s press briefing from Johannesburg where Leinster are based until their move to Cape Town, the coach was asked if any of the players had come out of Saturday’s 44-12 defeat to the Lions with credit. He was happy that Charlie Ngatai...

2024-04-23T01:33:30Z

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...

2024-04-23T20:31:07Z

Commanders make NFL Draft decision

In many ways, the Washington Commanders hold the keys to the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. While the Chicago Bears are expected to select USC quarterback Caleb Williams first overall, the Commanders will have their choice of a number of high-profile quarterbacks as they look to solidify their situation at the position. But without a clear cut No. 2 quarterback prospect standing out, many other QB-needy teams have unsurprisingly gauged...

2024-04-23T20:18:59Z

Rory McIlroy explains PGA Tour U-turn after talk of £672m LIV Golf switch

Rory McIlroy has explained his decision to rejoin the PGA Tour's policy board, having backtracked on his initial stance to step down.

2024-04-23T20:26:00Z

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.

2024-04-22T21:10:09Z

‘Just it’s a tough game’ – Mark Williams, 49, beaten by Si Jiahui, 21, and unsure if he will be back at Crucible

Three-time champion Mark Williams admitted he does not know whether he has played his last World Snooker Championship match after he suffered a dramatic 10-9 defeat to Si Jiahui in the first round. Si continued his love affair with the Crucible as he followed up last year’s surprise run to the semi-finals by knocking out Williams in an epic clash. ...

2024-04-24T06:17:34Z

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

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.

2024-04-22T19:11:37Z

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

Munster football final set for Ennis after coin toss

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

2024-04-23T20:25:39Z

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

NASCAR Cup Series Driver Out Indefinitely With A Broken Back

During this past Sunday's race at Talladega Superspeedway, Erik Jones of Legacy Motor Club was involved in a multi-car accident. He was then transported to UAB University Hospital. On Tuesday, the NASCAR world received an update on Jones' health. Jones has been diagnosed ...

2024-04-23T19:23:24Z

Mighty Wexford Minors gain revenge on Derry to reach All-Ireland camogie shield final

Wexford 3-9 Derry 1-11 Wexford are into the Electric Ireland All-Ireland Minor ‘A’ camogie shield final after exacting revenge on Derry in Clane on Sunday. The Slaneysiders lost to the Ulster team in the round-robin stages last month (0-14 to 2-5), but they trailed for just five minutes of this game as they ground out a strong win to advance to the...

2024-04-23T04:33:58Z

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

McLaren "surprised" by China F1 race pace after sprint struggles

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella says McLaren's Chinese Grand Prix pace was particularly surprising after a more muted Formula 1 sprint performance.

2024-04-23T13:31:19Z

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.

2024-04-23T15:09:59Z

'I used to laugh about his diet...the chicken fillet rolls. That time has passed now'

Damien Duff rebuked his own player Shane Farrell following his red card against Shamrock Rovers.

2024-04-22T22:40:20Z

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

‘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

Newcastle suffer new double injury blow as Eddie Howe reveals duo OUT until next season

Eddie Howe does not want to risk further damage to his injury-ravaged Newcastle squad, so is taking a careful approach with midfielders Joe Willock and Lewis Miley

2024-04-23T16:01:31Z

Liverpool confirm new injury on eve of Merseyside derby as star's comeback cut short

Jurgen Klopp has revealed that Liverpool have suffered a major injury blow ahead of the Merseyside derby, with forward Diogo Jota set to miss the clash after picking up an injury

2024-04-23T14:16:15Z

'It's a tough place, a rugged place on the west coast. It's different country'

Scott Fardy and his family have happily settled into life with Connacht.

2024-04-24T05:13:23Z

Chelsea stars ignored Mauricio Pochettino's desperate plea during Arsenal humiliation

Chelsea were without Cole Palmer during their loss at Arsenal as Mauricio Pochettino's players failed to step up without their talisman in another poor display

2024-04-23T21:32:19Z

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

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

Liverpool 'to switch from Nike to Adidas kits' as Reds strike new mega money deal

Liverpool are closing in on a new kit deal with Adidas, having been supplied by Nike for the past four years, though the Americans have been beaten by their fierce rivals in the latest tender process

2024-04-23T14:01:10Z

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