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# Between the sticks

This year
2023
# Between the sticks
Stark contrast, one goal - The versatile shot-stoppers eyeing Sigerson Cup glory
UL’s Conor Flaherty and Dylan Foley of UCC have had very different goalkeeping journeys to David O’Hanlon (DCU DÉ) and Darragh Brooks (TUD).
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Feb 7th 2023, 7:30 PM
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# Between the sticks
'We are in a strong position within the goalkeeping department' - Man United's Henderson signs new deal
The 23-year-old, who has been included in Gareth Southgate’s latest England squad, has spent the past two seasons on loan at Sheffield United.
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Aug 26th 2020, 7:41 PM
# fresh start
'I trust in myself,' says under-fire De Gea as United goalkeeper looks to next season
‘Let’s keep improving, let’s keep fighting for this club and let’s try to win trophies next season.’
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Aug 17th 2020, 7:23 PM
# boardroom
Ireland goalkeeper Keiren Westwood becomes board member at non-league side Cheadle Town
The 34-year-old Sheffield Wednesday shot-stopper has joined the Manchester club’s executive board.
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Oct 16th 2019, 11:47 AM
# Between the sticks
Alisson making 'big progress' and edging closer towards Liverpool return
The Brazilian shot-stopper has not featured since suffering an injury against Norwich last month.
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Sep 20th 2019, 1:49 PM
# Super Keeper
AC Milan's Champions League hopes still alive after 20-year-old Donnarumma makes crucial penalty save
The Rossoneri’s chances of qualifying for the Champions League will now go down to the final weekend.
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May 19th 2019, 7:47 PM
# Between the sticks
'He made a mistake': Axed goalkeeper Kepa is still Sarri's number one at Chelsea
The Spaniard was dropped to the bench against Tottenham at Stamford Bridge.
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Feb 27th 2019, 11:08 PM
# safe pair of hands
Shelbourne bolster squad with addition of 22-year-old former Celtic goalkeeper McCabe
The Cavan native has represented Ireland at U17 and U19 level, spending the last two seasons with Bohemians.
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Feb 18th 2019, 1:56 PM
# Between the sticks
Dundalk settle for a point as Sligo's 19-year-old goalkeeper provides man-of-the-match display
Ed McGinty saved a first-half penalty as Liam Buckley’s Bit O’Red enjoyed a share of the spoils.
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Feb 15th 2019, 9:53 PM
# new man
Dundalk sign ex-Wolves goalkeeper who was called up to Ireland seniors this year
Aaron McCarey joins the league and cup-winning side ahead of 2019.
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Dec 21st 2018, 3:46 PM
# Between the sticks
Tyrone GAA keeper to line out in Irish League Cup semi-final against Linfield
Dungannon Swifts take on Linfield in their final-four clash tonight.
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Dec 11th 2018, 4:49 PM
# Sligo Rovers
‘Courtois got injured at Stamford Bridge and there was a chance of coming on. I was crapping myself on the bench’
Sligo Rovers goalkeeper Mitchell Beeney discusses his time at Chelsea and why he chose to move to Ireland.
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Oct 12th 2018, 7:30 AM
# Between the sticks
Mignolet baffled by Liverpool's 'bizarre' decision to loan Karius to Besiktas
Liverpool’s decision to loan Loris Karius to Besiktas has been questioned by the Belgian goalkeeper.
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Aug 26th 2018, 9:49 PM
# Between the sticks
Joe Hart keeps clean sheet on Burnley Premier League bow against Saints
The former England number one kept a clean sheet as Burnley drew 0-0 with Southampton.
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Aug 12th 2018, 4:08 PM
# Between the sticks
Klopp: Karius Champions League final nightmare didn't cause Alisson pursuit
The Liverpool boss insisted his team would’ve gone after the Brazilian regardless of the result in Kiev
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Jul 28th 2018, 9:48 AM
# Premier League
35-year-old Waterford goalkeeper signs new Cardiff deal ahead of Premier League return
Former Bohemians and Ipswich Town shot-stopper Brian Murphy has signed a new contract with Cardiff ahead of next season.
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Jul 6th 2018, 5:01 PM
# Dedication
Goalkeeper Colin Doyle starts for Bradford just 20 hours after playing in Turkey 4,000km away
The 32-year-old played 90 minutes during a 1-0 friendly defeat to Turkey last night before keeping a clean sheet on Saturday afternoon against Gillingham.
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Mar 24th 2018, 2:39 PM
# Between the sticks
From 'hell to heaven' in a week – Wenger salutes Cech's penalty heroics
The veteran goalkeeper endured a difficult game against Brighton, but he was the hero on Sunday as he stopped Troy Deeney’s spot-kick.
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Mar 11th 2018, 8:00 PM
# Irish Abroad
From Westport and Inchicore to Peterborough - Conor O’Malley’s journey is just getting started
Former St Patrick’s Athletic goalkeeper Conor O’Malley talks about settling into life in League One following his move to Peterborough United.
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Dec 29th 2017, 10:00 AM
# Between the sticks
'The season started with a beautiful game': Cech hails Arsenal's thrilling 4-3 win
It was the goalkeeper’s first win on the opening day of the season for Arsenal at the third time of asking.
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Aug 12th 2017, 4:12 PM
# safe pair of hands
‘Some players are only 16 and they've nothing to come back to. Some don't even have a Junior Cert’
Conor O’Malley is proving to be one of Ireland’s most talented goalkeepers, but like many young players has shown a dedication towards getting his education while playing football.
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Jul 20th 2017, 10:40 PM
# Between the sticks
Man City sizing up former Liverpool goalkeeper as Claudio Bravo's future remains uncertain
Pepe Reina could be returning to the Premier League where he spent nine years at Liverpool.
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Jul 18th 2017, 12:46 PM
# Between the sticks
‘If I only win the league once in my career I'll die a happy man’
Brendan Clarke recalls making his St Pat’s debut at 17, sharing a house with Daryl Horgan, his struggles with Jeff Kenna and this season’s move to Limerick.
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Jun 16th 2017, 7:30 AM
# safe pair of hands
'It will be surreal to be there' - How Randolph seized his opportunity to be Ireland's number one at Euro 2016
The West Ham keeper hasn’t put a foot wrong since stepping in as first choice goalkeeper seven months ago.
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Jun 2nd 2016, 6:45 AM
# Between the sticks
Pellegrini hints at dropping out-of-form Hart
The Manchester City goalkeeper has been a fault on a number of occasions in recent weeks and could be replaced by Costel Pantilimon.
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Oct 31st 2013, 11:46 AM