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Chelsea points deduction: Relegation dogfight beckons as expert predicts huge penalty over PSR rule break

Boehly has overseen another difficult season at Stamford Bridge and his troubles could be about to escalate amid claims of a mammoth points deduction

2024-04-24T09:15:45Z

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

2024-04-24T16:11:37Z

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

David Clifford on game innovation, evolving goalkeepers, and how football helped him cope with his mother’s passing

In Killarney, they are as discerning as the audience at Carnegie Hall about doling out adulation. Kerry beat Cork there last Saturday yet when the players glanced down at the final whistle, found no garlands at their feet. One period grated with just about everyone who threw an eye over the game. Four minutes and 42 seconds. That was the length of ...

2024-04-23T16:30:46Z

Emma Raducanu exits Madrid Open to Argentine who claims her first ever WTA 1000 win

Emma Raducanu fell to a straight sets defeat at the Madrid Open.

2024-04-24T14:43:51Z

Mauricio Pochettino is 'disappointed' for Chelsea defeat to Arsenal

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino discusses his team's 5-0 Premier League defeat to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.

2024-04-24T10:57:50Z

Relief for Cork City as Turner’s Cross gets all-clear to reopen

Cork City’s home of Turner’s Cross will be open for business again next month after venue owners Munster FA confirmed that work on the pitch would be completed. The Munster FA said three weeks ago that due to the poor state of the pitch, the stadium – which is home for Cork City’s senior men’s and women’s teams as well as hosting MFA fixtures – wou...

2024-04-24T11:33:26Z

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...

2024-04-23T16:45:36Z

Jeff Stelling explains why £40m Arsenal target should snub Gunners and join Tottenham instead

Ivan Toney is poised to leave Brentford in the summer with Tottenham and Arsenal among those keen on the striker, who will command a hefty fee when he moves on

2024-04-23T17:46:47Z

'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

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal gives sad update on hopes of playing at 2024 French Open

Rafael Nadal is very quickly closing in on retirement following a glittering career and made a downbeat prediction ahead of this year's Paris Open that gets underway next month

2024-04-24T15:20:10Z

Chelsea star Conor Gallagher responds to young fan who demanded players 'fight for the shirt'

Chelsea captain Conor Gallagher has responded to the young fan at the Emirates Stadium who asked for the players to "fight for the shirt" during defeat to Arsenal. The Blues were blown away 5-0 at the Emirates Stadium as the Gunners ran riot to keep themselves firmly in the Premier League title race. As the scoreline got worse and worse for Chelsea...

2024-04-24T07:02:41Z

'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

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.

2024-04-24T14:45:29Z

Palmer, Gusto & Chilwell: Chelsea injury news and return dates ahead of Aston Villa clash

The latest Chelsea injury news ahead of their Premier League showdown with Aston Villa, including an update on Cole Palmer.

2024-04-24T09:10:32Z

St. Peter’s see off Kieran’s to capture Leinster Schools Senior ‘A’ hurling league crown

St. Peter’s College 4-16 St. Kieran’s 1-16 St. Peter’s College got some silverware in the cupboard on Friday, defeating All-Ireland champions St. Kieran’s (Kilkenny) to take the Leinster Schools Senior ‘A’ hurling league crown in Halo Tiles Ferns Centre of Excellence. The Summerhill lads came into the game on the back of a resounding victory over K...

2024-04-24T06:32:37Z

What happened to Todd McShay? Explaining NFL Draft analyst's role since ESPN layoff

Todd McShay has been noticeably absent from the TV screens ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, and a recent social media post gave fans the reason behind it.

2024-04-24T11:10:33Z

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

'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

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

Louth deny Dublin to bridge 12-year Leinster U20 football final gap

Louth reached a first Leinster Under-20 football championship final in 12 years at Parnell Park tonight as Dublin fell short of an 11th consecutive appearance in the decider. Fergal Reel’s side led by two points at half-time before Luke O’Boyle’s goal levelled matters after the restart. But Louth’s response was emphatic as they converted five point...

2024-04-23T20:46:08Z

Premier League risk wrath of Nottingham Forest again with Luton referee appointment

Nottingham Forest are at the centre of a row with the Premier League, FA and PGMOL due to their statement about three contentious refereeing decisions in their defeat to Everton

2024-04-24T09:34:19Z

Peyton Manning confirms Broncos are ‘very interested’ in drafting this QB

Despite trading for former Jets quarterback Zach Wilson on Monday, the Broncos are still very much in the hunt for another quarterback heading into the 2024 NFL Draft.

2024-04-23T22:28:17Z

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

Ennis confirmed as host for next month’s Munster final between Kerry and Clare

The Munster Council of the GAA confirmed Cusack Park, Ennis as the venue for this year’s Munster Senior Football Championship Final between Kerry and Clare on Sunday, May 5 at 1.45pm.. The tie had originally expected to be held in the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick, as was last year’s final between the counties, with that venue ruled out, however, due ...

2024-04-23T17:45:42Z

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

Dan Orlovsky claims Vikings can't keep Justin Jefferson with QB situation

ESPN's Dan Orlovsky believes that the Vikings can't keep wide receiver Justin Jefferson unless he knows who the quarterback of the future is.

2024-04-23T23:23:35Z

Paint Scheme Preview: 2024 Dover Motor Speedway

See the NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series paint schemes slated to hit the track this weekend at Dover Motor Speedway.

2024-04-24T14:15:28Z

'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

Nicolas Jackson avoids red card for Takehiro Tomiyasu foul in 'one of worst referee decisions of season'

Nicolas Jackson avoids red card for Takehiro Tomiyasu foul in 'one of worst referee decisions of season' - The Chelsea striker was not even booked for catching the Arsenal defender’s ankle

2024-04-23T20:26:16Z

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

‘How can you justify this?’ – more questions asked about ‘strange’ Lance Stroll penalty in China

"What do you mean it is Ricciardo's fault?"

2024-04-24T16:27:52Z

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

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

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

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

Female Grand Slam champion refuses to watch rivals as 'men's tennis is more interesting'

One reigning Grand Slam champion has made some candid comments about the female game.

2024-04-24T08:57:55Z

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

Teenage golf sensation, 15, fast-tracked to PGA Tour after breaking Tiger Woods' record

Teenage golf prodigy Miles Russell continues to make history and the 15-year-old has learned the date he will make his PGA Tour debut as reward for breaking a record set by Tiger Woods

2024-04-24T14:04:59Z

Voice of LIV Golf claims Masters commentator tarnished his career at Augusta

It appears that the ongoing frosty relations within the golfing community are stretching to the commentary booth as LIV Golf's commentator called out his rival for his remarks

2024-04-23T18:01:51Z

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...

2024-04-24T09:33:08Z

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.

2024-04-23T18:55:25Z

Emma Raducanu told she 'didn't show up' in heavy Madrid Open loss after fortunate draw

Emma Raducanu enjoyed some impressive wins in Stuttgart and in the BJK Cup, but the 21-year-old Brit admitted she was exhausted after losing in the first round in Madrid

2024-04-24T16:50:26Z

Mathieu Raynal to referee Leinster's Champions Cup semi-final against Northampton

Andrew Brace will take charge of the Toulouse v Harlequins semi-final.

2024-04-24T10:29:09Z

Washington Commanders 2024 NFL mock draft: Picks, predictions and key needs

The Commanders have the first big decision to make in this year’s NFL Draft.

2024-04-24T15:05:09Z

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

‘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.

2024-04-24T08:04:07Z

Emma Raducanu 'emotionally exhausted' as Brit speaks out on brutal Madrid Open defeat

Emma Raducanu appeared fatigued as she lost to a qualifier at the Madrid Open.

2024-04-24T16:44:07Z

Two drivers named in brutal ‘half of the field does not belong in F1’ verdict

"It is simply a fact that half of the field does not belong in the field at all."

2024-04-24T07:36:09Z

Leandro Trossard interrupts Ben White to emphatically end debate about Arsenal star

Arsenal defender Ben White scored two goals in the same Premier League game for the very first time to help Mikel Arteta's team seal a comprehensive 5-0 win against Chelsea

2024-04-23T23:02:32Z

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