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# Challenge

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The Irish underage star embarking on a new adventure in Switzerland
New Grasshopper loan signing Connor Ronan is hoping to help Jim Crawford’s side overcome Italy.
Former Manchester United midfielder Ravel Morrison finds new club
The 27-year-old has signed for Dutch side ADO Den Haag until the end of the Eredivisie season.
'We do support the dual player, but we can't design an entire fixtures programme around a player'
The dual player concept and trial rules were two topics Camogie Association CEO Sinéad McNulty recently discussed with The42.
Challenge against Leaving Cert calculated grades system opens before the High Court
Elijah Burke said the State’s decision means he cannot advance to third-level education for another year.
Pacific Rugby campaigners want 'comprehensive review' of Beaumont’s World Rugby re-election
World Rugby say the election for chairman was ‘fairly contested’.
Former Ireland international set for managerial stint in India
Curtis Fleming has a new role with Punjab FC.
'It's brought people together' - The world champion boxer working in a hospital during the pandemic
Kellie Harrington is combining training with seven-day work weeks.
Gemma O'Doherty and John Waters launch High Court proceedings claiming Covid-19 laws are unconstitutional
They are seeking to have various pieces or recently enacted legislation declared null and void by a judge of the High Court.
Can Ireland overcome an England team recovering from the 'burden of defeat'?
Losing a World Cup final can ‘twist your thinking,’ according to the 60-year-old Australian.
After eye-catching spell in Irish football, former Derry striker set for stint in League Two
David Parkhouse will be looking to build on a successful season in the League of Ireland.
Flamengo boss confident Brazilians will prove they're better than Liverpool
Jorge Jesus is optimistic his side can overcome the Reds, but first they face his former employers Al Hilal.
Munster take on daunting task of beating reinforced Saracens away from home
The English side have welcomed back a raft of big names for the Allianz Park clash.
Southgate wants 'high-performance, low-maintenance' Maddison
James Maddison must be focused to cement an England spot, manager Gareth Southgate said.
'They earn a sh*tload of money, so they're able to pay the fines'
The All Blacks insist they had no issues with England’s response to their haka last weekend.
England fined for crossing halfway line in haka response to All Blacks
Kiwi boss Steve Hansen praised the English challenge to his team’s war dance.
Liverpool not favourites against 'cheeky b*******' Napoli, says Klopp
The Premier League giants begin the defence of their European title at the Stadio San Paolo tonight.
Landmark High Court challenge against State over peat regulations opens before High Court
The action has been taken by the environmental group Friends of the Irish Environment.
Irish sides must improve mentally in Europe, says Dundalk boss
Vinny Perth admitted his men were beaten by the better team in Tallaght last night.
'Pochettino looked me in the eyes' - Tottenham's record-breaking signing
Tanguy Ndombele joined from Lyon for a fee which could rise to €70 million.
A Kerryman's 36-day, 5,000km coast-to-coast trek Stateside for a cause close to his heart
‘What I went through for 36 days was nothing compared to what they’re going through. My cousin Mary has been battling through for over 36 years, never mind 36 days.’
The French coach seeking an Africa Cup of Nations hat-trick, an AC Milan legend and others bidding for glory
Herve Renard is one of the most high-profile managers at this year’s tournament.
'We have to say congratulations to Liverpool and thank you so much'
Pep Guardiola says Man City’s triumph was the ‘toughest title’ of his career.
'Big differences': Former Serie A star struggling to adapt to Chinese football
Marek Hamsik was dropped for Sunday’s 4-1 defeat at top-of-the-table Beijing Guoan.
'There's so much competition here and I'm not getting what I want'
Chiedozie Ogbene on his difficult start to life at Brentford since moving over from Ireland.
Chris Ashton to make return against Connacht after pre-season suspension
The prolific try-scorer was slapped with a seven-week ban for a tip tackle against Castres.
Onus on defence as misfiring Ireland prepare for a Denmark side deprived of their main man
Christian Eriksen’s absence will give the hosts hope that they can deliver a much-improved display from last year’s mismatch at the Aviva.
Diving school! Neymar teaches kids to fall and roll in tongue-in-cheek video
The Brazilian superstar was widely lambasted at the World Cup for his theatrical reactions to challenges.
'We’ll see what the good old-fashioned Irish ticker's about, won’t we?'
Ireland assistant coach Andy Farrell wants to see what the players are made of in Melbourne.
Woman who delayed children's referendum outcome for three years takes legal action on abortion result
It is not yet known on what grounds Jordan is appealing the result of the referendum.
Has Graham Burke done enough to become a regular in the Ireland squad?
Martin O’Neill praised the Shamrock Rovers star after he scored his first international goal tonight.
Luiz: Salah can win Ballon d'Or with Champions League triumph and strong World Cup
The Liverpool star has been tipped to challenge for football’s top individual award.
3 things new boss Unai Emery needs to fix at Arsenal
The Gunners manager has a number of challenges to solve.
'We probably won't get home until 2.30 in the morning. And all our lads work'
Bray’s caretaker boss Graham Kelly on his side’s improvement in form and the challenges of being a part-time club.
Demoralised Barcelona on course to make history
The Catalan club are aiming to complete a first invincible season.
Take the title, Mourinho challenges Man United after spoiling City's party
Victory would have crowned the Etihad outfit champions for a fifth time.
John Stones admits to 'difficult' Manchester City spell
The England international defender has seen others edge ahead of him in the pecking order under Pep Guardiola.
After racist abuse and World Cup heartache, Ireland’s Young Player of the Year eager to move on
Cyrus Christie is hoping for a better year ahead following a bad end to 2017.
Arsenal set for Russia trip in Europa League last 8
The Gunners will face CSKA Moscow in the competition’s quarter-finals.
'They're a traditional power, they've been bred on winning All-Irelands down there'
Gary Sice and Corofin will battle with Nemo Rangers for All-Ireland glory on St Patrick’s Day.
Rassie Erasmus hailed as among 'best in world' after taking charge of South Africa
The ex-Munster Director of Rugby has been confirmed as successor to sacked Allister Coetzee by officials in Johannesburg.