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'He's trying to rebuild the team and sometimes that takes a little bit of time'
Stand-in captain Richard Keogh has backed Martin O’Neill to prevail despite Ireland’s recent form.
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'We will miss him in Wexford for sure': Lee Chin full of praise for new Waterford boss
Former Wexford selector Paraic Fanning has taken charge of Waterford.
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Serena Williams and LeBron James show their support for Nike's controversial Colin Kaepernick ad campaign
“It’s their choice,” she said. “I think that’s one great thing God gave us, is the freedom of choice.”
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Under-pressure Michael Cheika's job is safe despite poor run, say Rugby Australia
‘I don’t think it’s about changing what we’ve got. It’s about what else can we bring.’
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Arsenal boss Emery says Ozil has 'respect of every player' and will have 'a big season'
The German recently quit the national team claiming racism.
# Ladies Football
TG4 reaffirm commitment to ladies football with sponsorship extension
The broadcaster’s new deal will run until the conclusion of the 2022 championship campaign.
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'Man United were bad under Ferguson as well' - Mourinho defended by Neville
The Red Devils have faced criticism this season, but a former defender says memories of the past have become clouded.
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Shay Given backs Man City star to dominate for a decade
The Irishman has been impressed with Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson.
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Munster confirm Gerbrandt Grobler 'will continue to be considered for selection' following doping controversy
The province’s acquisition of the player last summer has since been criticised.
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Montpellier stars Pienaar and Cruden fancy Leinster's Champions Cup chances
The Top 14 side were well beaten at Altrad Stadium yesterday.
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Trump formally backs multiple sex assault accused Roy Moore
Trump had previously characterised the allegations against Moore as “very troubling” before changing tack.
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Patrice Evra thanks 'real fans' after karate kick attack
The 36-year-old was suspended by Marseille on Friday after he was red-carded for the assault.
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Páraic Duffy's comments 'mealy-mouthed and small' - Galvin wades in on Gooch's testimonial debate
The former Footballer of the Year says he will fully support his old team-mate’s decision.
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Liverpool set to offer Jurgen Klopp new deal
The German boss has impressed the club’s American owners since taking over last October.
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Scholes hopes Mourinho keeps Giggs at Manchester United
The former winger’s vast knowledge of the Red Devils should be retained by the Portuguese coach, according to his former teammate.
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Ireland and the EU are backing a massive €230 million expansion at DCU
The money is being used for a massive development of the university’s campus.
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Toure warns team-mate Sakho of 'difficult period' to come over alleged anti-doping violation
The 26-year-old Liverpool defender is being investigated by Uefa.
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'Tiger can bounce back from injury and continue to win' - Nicklaus
Tiger Woods will win more tournaments once he returns from injury, according to Jack Nicklaus.
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Real Madrid issue support for Rafa Nadal following doping accusation
The club have defended the tennis star after recent allegations about him.
Another big name has thrown his support behind Donald Trump
Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of the French National Front party, has gotten behind the candidate.
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Floyd Mayweather Jr announces support of gay marriage
The American boxer has gone head-to-head with Manny Pacquiao again.
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Opinion: Martin O'Neill deserves a new contract regardless of the result on Monday
The Boys in Green earned a hard-fought 1-1 draw in the first leg of their play-off with Bosnia-Herzegovina last night.
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Dallas Cowboys declare their support for Greg Hardy despite release of disturbing pictures
The defensive end continues to be backed by the franchise.
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'Roy Keane has what it takes to be a top-level manager'
Critics previously questioned whether the Corkonian has the temperament to succeed as a coach.
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UFC declares 'unconditional support' for Aldo following drug test controversy
Conor McGregor’s next opponent has the promotion’s backing.
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The EU's proposal for a single digital market has an unlikely supporter
Zuckerberg believes such a system would help Facebook and other tech companies in the long run.
# CWC15
Cricket Ireland have announced who their sponsor will be for next month's World Cup
It’s an unusual one.
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Clarke 'the perfect man' for Ryder Cup captaincy, says McIlroy
The 46-year-old is among the favourites to succeed Paul McGinley as captain of Europe
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Brendan Rodgers glad to have Mario Balotelli on board
The Reds signed the Italy forward from AC Milan prior to the transfer deadline last month.
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Bournemouth boss believes Eunan O'Kane can have 'big impact' for Ireland
Eddie Howe has praised the 23-year-old for being “good technically and tactically”.
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Guinness approached as Rugby Champions Cup sponsors – French report
Midi Olympique claims the Irish stout producers have been targeted as backers for the new competition.
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Arsenal stars Lukas Podolski and Santi Cazorla are supporting Clare today
The duo showed off their hurleys and held up a sign that read ‘up the Banner’
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Everton legend and cancer survivor Alan Stubbs shows support for Drogheda's Gary O'Neill
Meanwhile, half the EA Sports Cup final prize money will be donated to the star.
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Martin O'Neill would be ideal candidate for Ireland job - Neil Lennon
The Celtic manager previously worked under his fellow Northern Irishman at Celtic and Leicester.
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Fernandes: Stories of impending Hughes sacking are 'rubbish'
Sounds suspiciously like a ‘welcome vote of confidence’ to us.
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Bayern to give 'best support' to Franck Ribery in court case
Paris magistrates yesterday ruled that Ribery, along with Karim Benzema, will stand trial for alleged under-age solicitation.
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Rescue mission: Green set to takeover at Rangers
The ex-Sheffield United chief executive will outline his plans for the club later today.
# Vote of Confidence
Liverpool chief insists Dalglish's job is safe
Chairman Tom Werner does not see any other senior management departures after Damien Comolli parted company with the club earlier today.
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NBA stars to participate in Obama fundraiser
Players including Carmelo Anthony and Ray Allen are set to compete in the event.
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'I feel sorry for Martin Johnson' - Woodward
The ex-England manager has attacked the RFU for failing to provide adequate support to the departing boss.