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Liverpool end their title challenge in the broken, exhausted image of their manager

A tired-looking Liverpool were beaten 2-0 at Everton


Kellie Harrington one of four Irish boxers to secure at least bronze at Europeans

Harrington, Shannon Sweeney, Niamh Fay and Aoife O’Rourke all clinched medals on Tuesday,


Liverpool, Barcelona and Bayern Munich have all reached same conclusion in manager hunts

Liverpool, Barcelona and Bayern Munich have all been conducting manager searches that have lasted several months, with the trio now close to confirming their bosses for next season


Rory McIlroy set for eye-watering bonus as PGA Tour star rewarded for LIV Golf stance

Rory McIlroy is to be rewarded handsomely for his loyalty to the PGA Tour amid the LIV Golf saga, with Tiger Woods, Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas also likely to be among the big winners


Will Lionel Messi miss Inter Miami’s next match? Artificial turf concern as Herons prepare for MLS trip to Gillette Stadium & meeting with the New England Revolution

Inter Miami are readying themselves for a meeting with the New England Revolution, but there are fears that Lionel Messi may not figure in that game.


Cork City confirm reopening of Turner's Cross

The Leeside venue had closed indefinitely to allow for repairs.


Who is Arne Slot? The Feyenoord manager in talks to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool

Who is Arne Slot? The Feyenoord manager in talks to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool - Dutch coach Slot, 45, is said to be keen on a summer switch to the dugout at Anfield


Jamie Carragher suggests Liverpool could sell Darwin Nunez after ‘unforgivable’ finishing

Jamie Carragher suggests Liverpool could sell Darwin Nunez after ‘unforgivable’ finishing - Liverpool’s defeat to Everton damaged their title hopes on Wednesday, with the Uruguayan coming under scrutiny from the former Reds defender


The Left Wing: Munster’s statement victory, are central contracts working and Leinster repeating past mistakes?

After Munster's performance in Loftus, can their win over the Bulls be the catalyst for a URC defence and what about the difference RG Snyman makes? Cian Tracey and Luke Fitzgerald join Rúaidhrí O’Connor on this week’s Left Wing podcast to discuss all the big talking points for Irish rugby from the weekend. After Leinster’s uncharacteristic loss to...


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.


FIA dismisses Aston Martin protest over China F1 qualifying

The FIA stewards have thrown out Aston Martin's protest against Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix qualifying results.


Derek Lyng sweating over key Kilkenny trio for Galway duel

Derek Lyng could be without many of his big hitters as the Kilkenny boss faces an injury crisis ahead of Sunday’s Leinster SHC clash with Henry Shefflin’s Galway. The Cats cruised to victory in their round-robin opener against Antrim last Sunday but it came at a cost with Adrian Mullen (groin/thigh), Eoin Cody (ankle) and Eoin Murphy (head knock) f...


NASCAR Driver Fined $5,000 For Safety Violation On Racetrack

Xfinity Series driver Joey Gase was fined $5,000 by NASCAR for a safety penalty at Richmond Raceway. He threw the bumper cover from his No. 35 Ford at Dawson Cram's vehicle. Gase ultimately decided to appeal that decision. On Wednesday, National Motorsports Appeals ...


Penske's Newgarden loses St. Pete IndyCar race win after violation

Josef Newgarden has been stripped of his victory in last month's IndyCar season-opener at St. Petersburg and his Team Penske team-mate Scott McLaughlin disqualified from third after violations were discovered.


Marcus Rashford one of 12 Man Utd stars told it’s game over as ruthless Ratcliffe tears squad apart

Ratcliffe will reportedly cut a swath through the Man Utd squad with a dozen players told to leave - and only 10 stars told they are exempt from sale


Bulls out-half Goosen handed three-match ban for high hit on Craig Casey

Goosen will miss Saturday’s URC game against Ospreys and the visit of Glasgow Warriors to Loftus Versfeld.


Four Irish make Arnold Palmer Cup team for Lahinch

Four Irish players have been named on the International team for the Arnold Palmer Cup match against the United States at Lahinch from July 5-7. Maynooth scholars Kate Lanigan and Ryan Griffin are joined on the 24-strong International team by the University of Louisville’s Max Kennedy and the University of Miami’s Sara Byrne for the clash between s...


Stuart Attwell involved in more controversy as Bournemouth win at Wolves

Stuart Attwell involved in more controversy as Bournemouth win at Wolves - Attwell was already in the spotlight for his role as VAR in denying Nottingham Forest three penalties in Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at Everton.


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.


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.


Exclusive: F1 defers decision over points system tweaks

Formula 1 teams have deferred a decision on a change to the points structure until later this year, Autosport has learned.


Aston Villa might have already completed their most important piece of business this summer

Aston Villa have their sights set on a bright future after a highly impressive 2023/24 campaign so far


Liverpool: Carragher delivers verdict on potential Slot appointment and Salah’s future

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher thinks it will be a "huge jump" for Arne Slot if the Feyenoord boss succeeds Jurgen Klopp at Anfield in the summer.


The implications of F1's vote on a new points structure

Formula 1 is about to consider a new points system that rewards drivers down to 12th place. Here's what F1 might change and why.


Virgil van Dijk questions Liverpool’s hunger after Everton defeat: ‘We have to look in the mirror’

Virgil van Dijk questions Liverpool’s hunger after Everton defeat: ‘We have to look in the mirror’ - Van Dijk said Liverpool have ‘no chance’ of winning the title if they repeat their Goodison Park performance in their final four games of the season


Man Utd captain admits to ‘erratic’ behaviour towards debutant Wheatley

“I think at the end of the game I got a little too erratic to give him (Wheatley) a goal," admitted Bruno Fernandes after the win v Sheffield United.


Man Utd told ’embarrassing PE teacher’ Ten Hag must be sacked after snubbing critical journalists

Former Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor insists Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag has "got to go" after his poor performance this campaign.


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.


Ronnie O'Sullivan corrects referee after error during first-round World Snooker Championship clash

Ronnie O'Sullivan has taken control of his first-round match at the World Snooker Championship but he was forced to act as referee to correct a mistake as he took on Jackson Page


Cork player assessments after their Munster SHC defeat to Waterford

Patrick Collins (Ballinhassig) Pressed on his puck-outs, retaining just over half (54%), compared to Waterford’s 66%. Still produced a handful of assists from those that found their target. Both goals were well-taken, with Stephen Bennett’s flick of the wrists wrongfooting him for the penalty. Made a routine stop from another Bennett chance. Ger Mi...


'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.


Feyenoord’s press conference announcement all but rubber-stamps Slot news – Joyce

It seems that we’re on the cusp on seeing Arne Slot being confirmed as the Liverpool manager and an announcement out of Feyenoord has only strengthened these links.


Merril Hoge Rips 'Marginal' Top NFL Draft Quarterback Prospect

Drake Maye will likely be one of the first players off the board in Thursday night's NFL Draft. Merril Hoge doesn't think the North Carolina quarterback is worth the lofty investment. Earlier this month, Hoge called Maye "the kind of player that will get you fired." He doubled down Wednesday on ...


'Conor Cooney is hands down the best club hurler in Galway'

Joe Canning on unlocking the St Thomas’ star’s full inter-county potential and Galway needing ‘a bit of luck’.


Carragher singles out one Liverpool star for ‘unforgivable’ error as new boss faces ‘big decision’

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher reckons Jurgen Klopp's successor faces a "big decision" over Darwin Nunez's future after another poor display.


Fernando Torres career path becomes clear after offer to 'shadow' Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool

Former Liverpool striker Fernando Torres will step up from under-19s boss to manage Atletico Madrid's B team next season after the club made a decision to keep the 40-year-old


Munster football final set for Ennis after coin toss

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


Patriots engaged in extension talks with young DL

New England should be trying to get him locked up.


Emma Raducanu faces French Open dilemma as Brit accused of throwing the towel in

Emma Raducanu has been accused of throwing the towel in during her Madrid Open defeat to Maria Lourdes Carle.


Babel sends ‘major’ warning to Slot over Liverpool job as ’40 people’ will leave with Klopp

Former Liverpool winger Ryan Babel has warned compatriot Arne Slot that he will have to "replace" as many as "40 people" if he succeeds Jurgen Klopp.


‘Metronomic’ Verstappen may rule F1, but it won’t last forever - Horner

Red Bull says it is under no illusion that Max Verstappen’s ‘metronomic’ domination of Formula 1 is not going to last forever.


FAI seek €5 million a year to fund LOI academies and have chance of 'being competitive'

The FAI have submitted an academy development plan to government, and revealed the stark reality of how far Irish football has fallen.


Why ‘the worst-run club in the country’ is now playing for its future

Why ‘the worst-run club in the country’ is now playing for its future - IN FOCUS: With the threat of relegation looming once again as Everton host Liverpool at Goodison Park, the plight of one of England’s most successful clubs has come to sum up every major issue in the modern game, writes Miguel Delaney


Norris had no reason to apologise for China F1 sprint showing, says McLaren

McLaren says Lando Norris had no need to apologise for his Formula 1 sprint race showing in China, after failing to convert his pole position into a podium.


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


Man Utd: Wilcox tells Ten Hag that a change ‘will be made’ unless he alters one thing

New Man Utd technical director Jason Wilcox has told Erik ten Hag to change to a possession-based style of football, according to reports.


'I don’t think the problem is him, really, I think the problem is Ulster'

Steven Kitshoff’s brief stint at Ulster was discussed on today’s podcast.


What next for Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino? Arsenal humiliation exposes a crisis from top to bottom

What next for Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino? Arsenal humiliation exposes a crisis from top to bottom - It is clear Chelsea have made mistakes but how long are is the club prepared to show faith in the process?


'We just needed someone to basically say there were issues that needed addressing'

Marcus Rea has praised the sense of realism that interim head coach Richie Murphy has brought to Ulster’s squad.


Tiger Woods' payment for snubbing LIV Golf decided as Scottie Scheffler future in doubt

Tiger Woods will receive a loyalty bonus from the PGA Tour on Thursday, which will act as a reward for turning down LIV Golf.