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'I don’t know whether I would want to do any more' - Brian Kerr on Ireland future

The interim technical advisor admits he is uncertain about staying on in his current role.


'I can't speak highly enough of him, he's class' - Collins on O'Shea

Tonight’s 1-0 defeat to Switzerland was ‘genuinely very frustrating,’ Ireland defender says.


Stella: Red Bull didn’t enjoy F1 tyre advantage at high-graining Melbourne

Red Bull “did not enjoy any advantage” with its tyres in the 2024 Australian Grand Prix, unlike previous races this season, according to McLaren Formula 1 team principal Andrea Stella.


Who is better placed in the Munster hurling pecking order: Tipperary or Cork?

While Cork started the League on a bum note and ended on a high, Tipp started on a high and ended on a bum note.


‘Open door’ to Leinster rugby team playing at other provincial venues – they just have to ask

Leinster Rugby would be pushing an “open door” if they were to seek other GAA venues in the province to play some of their games while the RDS is being redeveloped. The GAA’s Central Council gave clearance over the weekend to play some Leinster games in Croke Park later this year if necessary – a Champions Cup semi-final in early May should they pr...


Perez handed Australia F1 grid drop for impeding Hulkenberg

Red Bull driver Sergio Perez has been handed a three-place grid drop for impeding Nico Hulkenberg in qualifying for Formula 1's Australian Grand Prix.


Tony Jacklin’s grandson looking forward to West of Ireland debut

Tony Jacklin never played the West of Ireland Championship, but his grandson is all set to tee it up in the 101st Connolly Motor Group-sponsored edition at Rosses Point this week. Sunningdale’s Freddy Dortmans (19), whose mother Tina was one of Jacklin’s three children from his first marriage to Belfast-born Vivien Murray, can’t wait to make his de...


Bray Wanderers boss Ian Ryan looking at positives after draw with Longford Town

How different might Ian Ryan’s mood have been had it not been for Thomas Morgan? We will never know but we do know that the young attacker’s 104th minute leveller bailed Bray out of a third home league defeat on the spin. For the first time in the Seagulls’ opening six league matches; they conceded less than two goals. Despite flirting so dangerous...


'You’d feel for any team that gets a battering' - Mickey Harte on facing Dublin

Former Tyrone boss looks to learn from Red Hands’ defeat to Dublin as he takes Derry into league decider.


‘You’re only in the team because of your Da!’ – Dublin’s Cormac Costello on his father, parenthood and cricket

The hype train is already ramping up around the Dublin footballers, given the blistering football they have played throughout this year’s league campaign, but Dublin attacker Cormac Costello is blissfully unaware of it. Renowned pundit Joe Brolly even wants to hand Sam Maguire to the Dubs right now, having already taken credit for the shift in thei...


Welsh rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit set to sign €800k contract with Super Bowl champions after making NFL switch

Louis Rees-Zammit is set to begin life in the National Football League (NFL) with the Kansas City Chiefs, the reigning Super Bowl champions. Rees-Zammit made a stunning switch from rugby union in January just weeks before the Six Nations began to pursue his “dream” of playing American football. The 23-year-old, who scored 14 tries for Wales during ...


English refereeing chiefs apologise after controversial TMO/commentary mix-up

The officiating body has denied that TMO Stuart Terheege’s decision was influenced by co-commentator Austin Healey.


Ocon: Visor tear-off cost likely points finish to Alpine F1 team

Esteban Ocon believes that he was in contention for a top 10 finish in the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix before a visor tear-off triggered an unplanned pitstop.


The Masters: Tee times, what TV channel and all you need to know

The first major of the golf season gets underway in April as the world’s best gather for The Masters. Here’s all you need to know about the event. Where and when is it on? As ever, the tournament takes place at at Augusta National in Georgia. This year’s edition starts on Thursday April 11 and will finish on Sunday April 14. Where can I watch it? S...


Finn Azaz: It was always Ireland. It’s always been a goal of mine to play for Ireland

Finn Azaz strolled into the Aviva Stadium mixed zone on Tuesday night as, at long last, a senior Ireland international. Twenty minutes had barely passed since the moment he’d been waiting for his whole life, as the 23-year-old stepped onto the Lansdowne Road turf to replace Josh Cullen in the final stages. He’s not the only sportsman in the family ...


'My great uncle was a famous hurler' - Ireland's newest international

Finn Azaz spoke about former Cork star Brian Murphy and his Irish background after making his debut against Switzerland.


Steph Houghton trains with England team mates ahead of World Cup

Steph Houghton trains with England team mates ahead of the women's World Cup, Georgia Stanway, Beth England, Hannah Hampton and Ella Toone were also training.


Peamount goalkeeper a thorn in Boyne Rovers’ side

Boyne Rovers returned to action on Sunday after a two-week absence and Alan Connor’s side were beaten by promotion-chasing Peamount United. The 4-1 scoreline in some ways flattered the visitors as goals 60 seconds either side of the half-time break were Rovers’ undoing. The Drogheda side have had a habit of conceding early goals, but Connor’s men w...


Wolff: Mercedes F1 relationship with Verstappen "needs to happen at a certain stage"

Toto Wolff reckons a relationship between Mercedes and Max Verstappen “needs to happen at a certain stage” and the Red Bull driver is ‘number one pick’ to replace Lewis Hamilton.


'That’s a wait and see job' - O'Shea in the dark with the rest of us about FAI's managerial search

There is gathering doubt that the FAI have yet struck a deal with the incoming boss, with the FAI president saying the process has been ‘narrowed.’


Greece manager Gus Poyet won’t discuss future for ‘five more days’ amid links to Ireland job

In the wake of his Greece side failing to make it to Euro 2024, Greek manager Gus Poyet, potentially a candidate for the Ireland job, has brushed away questions about his future. Poyet earned praise in Greece for turning around a poorly-performing side and leading them into the Euro playoffs, a place they secured thanks to their Nations League form...


Ireland U17 team end Euro qualifiers with defeat, U19 side claim 3-1 friendly win

Croatia proved too strong for the Ireland U17s.


Sports stars with surprising hidden talents

Did you know there's a world-champion martial artist who has mastered a surprisingly delicate thousand-year-old craft? Or a basketball legend who was once a world-class baton twirler? They may seem like odd hobbies for these athletes, but many sports stars have hidden talents that would surprise you. When you make it to the very top in one discipline, you learn how to hone a skill with the utmost commitment. Intrigued? Click through the gallery to discover the unique talents of the most famous faces in sports.


Sauber F1 team fined €5000 after pitstop woes continue in Australia

The Sauber Formula 1 team has been fined €5000 and suffered another disastrous pitstop in a separate incident at the Australian Grand Prix.


Kerry's Mark O'Connor reportedly set for new two-year contract in AFL with Geelong

O’Connor first joined the club in October 2016.


Mayo come from behind to beat Galway, Potter's last-gasp point sees Tyrone past Derry

Mayo had 11 individual scorers in a 0-16 to 2-6 win against Galway at MacHale Park.


Ricciardo: I won’t be distracted by “negative stuff” in F1 paddock

Daniel Ricciardo insists that he won’t let himself be distracted by “negative stuff” in the paddock amid talk about his future at the RB Formula 1 team.


‘It will basically be Test match intensity’ – Rónan Kelleher admits Leinster have unfinished business against Bulls

After helping Ireland to back-to-back Six Nations crowns, it’s back to Leinster duty for Rónan Kelleher, whose eyes are on the “unfinished business” his province have in Europe. Leo Cullen’s men host Leicester Tigers in the Champions Cup on Saturday week for a place in the last eight but up first is a URC clash with the Bulls. Having lost back-to-b...


‘I rated myself higher than I thought I was being treated’ – Joey Carbery on why he is leaving Irish rugby

As Joey Carbery takes his seat in a room on the top floor of Munster’s high performance centre in Limerick, it’s impossible to avoid the sense that he is a man at peace. For the last number of years, he has battled his mind and body to such an extent that only he knows how dark things must have become. Then came a chink of light by way of a fresh s...


What people don't like to admit about the Ireland managerial search

126 days on from Stephen Kenny’s departure, fans are still no closer to knowing the identity of his successor.


Player ratings: How the Boys in Green fared against Switzerland

John O’Shea was in charge for the second game of his interim spell.


Outrage as Dutch transgender darts player Noa-Lynn van Leuven wins PDC Women's Series event in Wigan - prompting two of her female team mates to resign and tennis ace Martina Navratilova to say women have 'short end of the stick'

Transgender darts player Noa-Lynn van Leuven triumphed in the PDC Women's Series just days after making history by winning her first PDC event.


'I've seen a massive step up from the first week I was here. I can see the progress'

Ireland defence coach Declan Danaher reflects on an encouraging start to the 2024 Women’s Six Nations.


'There is something ethically wrong about that - have we got the competitions right?'

Saturday night’s game carries huge significance.


'Whilst the post is an interim appointment, I don’t see it as a case of holding the reins'

Hugh McCaughey announced as interim Ulster CEO.


'We know there is a lot of unfinished business here, so everyone is champing at the bit'

After finishing the last two seasons empty-handed, Ronan Kelleher and his Leinster team-mates are determined to bring silverware back to the province.


Jake Paul breaks silence on 'absurd' rules for Mike Tyson fight

Jake Paul’s fight against Mike Tyson is the most talked-about boxing event of the year, and there’s already been a huge amount of speculation regarding the rules. After it was announced, heavyweight boxer Derek Chisora claimed that the fight would involve protective headgear and heavier gloves, which sparked ridicule. Speaking to Radio Rahim, Chiso...


‘The main attraction ... is the opportunity to play in Croke Park’ – Andy Moran on why the Division 4 final matters

​Andy Moran played in Croke Park probably more times than he cares to remember. Some great days... and plenty of painful ones, too. But this Saturday comes a first – his maiden voyage to GAA headquarters as manager, two-and-a-half seasons into his Leitrim adventure. He may have played countless times in Croker – including six All-Ireland SFC finals...


Conor Bradley nets winner for Northern Ireland at Hampden Park

Scotland are winless in seven after a dismal performance against Michael O’Neill’s men.


Russell, Alonso under investigation over "bizarre" incident in F1 Australian GP

George Russell and Fernando Alonso will face the FIA stewards after the Mercedes driver crashed on the penultimate lap of the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix and called the incident "bizarre".


‘It lacked class and it disappointed me’ – Brian Kerr gains closure for 2005 exit but is now ‘finished’ with Ireland

Brian Kerr says he will play no role in a future Ireland management team after his involvement as part of the backroom staff of interim boss John O’Shea ended on Tuesday night. But while Irish fans await the arrival of a permanent successor to Stephen Kenny, with an appointment now expected in the second week of April, Kerr has distanced himself fr...


All-Ireland winning coach departs Meath set-up before Joe McDonagh Cup campaign

Former Davy Fitzgerald collaborator leaves Royals after poor league campaign.


'I didn’t really have time to think... I was just thrown in. It was a massively special day'

Jordan Larmour still has ambitions of recreating the feeling from his first Ireland start since 2021.


Liverpool dealt another injury blow as Andy Robertson limps off during Scotland defeat

Liverpool have been left sweating on another worrying injury blow sustained by Andy Robertson on international duty. The Reds’ influential left-back started for Scotland for the second straight friendly against Northern Ireland in Glasgow on Tuesday night, but appeared to suffer an ankle injury after a heavy challenge from Sunderland’s Trai Hume. A...


Non-contact sports you need to try

Are you the competitive type but not so keen on full-contact team sports? Well, there are plenty on non-contact sporting disciplines to consider. Non-contact sports are those where participants compete alternately in lanes or are physically separated during an event or competition—so you can be the best while detached from the rest! But what are some of the most popular non-contact sports? Click through and check out the competitions where participants should have no possible means of impact.


'I think he will be in the running' - Captain Coleman backs O'Shea for Irish job

Momentum is gathering behind O’Shea’s candidacy – but the FAI insist he will not be given the job on a full-time basis.


Don’t leave Division 3 champions in limbo about All-Ireland spot – Connacht Council CEO John Prenty

The NFL Division 3 winners should be guaranteed a place in the All-Ireland series, according to a top GAA official. Speaking at the launch of the province’s football championship, Connacht Council CEO John Prenty believes it is unfair that the winners of Saturday’s Down/Westmeath decider will be left in limbo, still uncertain if they will end up in...


Scotland and Edinburgh prop WP Nel to hang boots up at end of season

Nel, 37, has racked up 61 international caps and 200 appearances for the capital club.


'There was a time last year when I was really, really not enjoying rugby'

Munster’s departing out-half Joey Carbery says the opportunity for a fresh start in France was too good to turn down.


England captain Kyle Walker's former mistress Lauryn Goodman blasts football ace for 'wheeling out' children ahead of Brazil match

Lauryn Goodman, 33, criticised football ace Kyle Walker after the three sons he has with his wife appeared at the Brazil match as mascots.