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# clarification

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2022
'The ref said a few decisions went against us when they shouldn’t have'
Ireland were heavily penalised last weekend against England.
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Ireland's Rhys McClenaghan weighs in amid claims of 'anti-sex' Olympic beds
Organisers are expected to hand out 160,000 condoms.
'I didn't do anything wrong' - Ireland international Ronan Curtis sets record straight after off-field accusations
Manager Danny Cowley previously defended the player.
HSE clarifies rules on children being brought to vaccine centres
The situation has caused some confusion with some people leaving babies outside centres.
Clare insist close contacts call made after 'discussions' between HSE contact tracing and Wexford players
The fallout continues from the league clash between Wexford and Clare earlier this month.
Spotify founder Ek says bid to buy Arsenal was rejected by club’s owner
The Swedish billionaire, a boyhood Arsenal fan, tweeted his interest in purchasing the north London outfit last month.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer explains Roma comments following backlash
Comments from Solskjaer angered some supporters of the Italian club ahead of tomorrow night’s Europa League meeting.
'It wasn't entirely my choice. It's just disappointing' - Donegal Aussie Rules star explains 2021 absence
Western Bulldogs said today that Katy Herron ‘has elected not to return’ – but she claims the situation is different.
Department of Health says priests can't be jailed for holding mass during coronavirus restrictions
A TD and a religious group claimed priests could become the target of garda investigations.
WHO clarifies Covid-19 'very rare' transmission remarks
The medic’s comments garnered criticism on social media.
Dortmund star shuts down reports of England call-up
Giovanni Reyna is eligible to play for several countries but he has confirmed the United States is the only option that interests him.
Farah explains how he came to change his account over legal supplement injection
When questioned by investigators he thought he had only been given magnesium injections until he consulted his endurance coach.
'First and foremost, Paddy is a good rugby player' - London Irish head coach Kiss defends Jackson signing
The former Ulster chief also said he believed that most fans backed the fly-half joining the club.
All Blacks coach Hansen rows back on domestic violence comments
Hansen insisted he was not ‘minimising poisonous’ effects of domestic violence.
'This has to be clear, Johnny was not dropped'
Leinster’s message is clear: their captain was not left out of the team at the weekend for performance-related reasons.
'My words have been clearly misunderstood' - Bonucci rows back on Kean abuse comments
The Juventus defender said the 19-year-old should take some blame for the alleged racist abuse he suffered on Tuesday night.
Sport Ireland seeking 'urgent clarification' on John Delaney's €100,000 loan to the FAI
The statutory authority is seeking an explanation for a loan provided by the FAI’s CEO two years ago.
Uefa clarify reasoning behind Man United's VAR penalty decision against PSG
In a retrospective explanation, European football’s governing body cited the distance of the ball as the main factor in awarding the spot kick.
'What I have is muscle, not fat' - Ex-Real Madrid and PSG star responds to physique question
Jese Rodriguez was keen to allay any concerns about his shape upon joining Real Betis.
Ireland international Paul McShane denies reports he has been transfer listed
Injury problems have meant the Reading defender has played just four times this season.
NBA star Curry apologises for suggesting moon landings were faked
The star told ESPN he was not being serious when he made those comments.
'I'm happy here' - Hazard ends Real Madrid hopes as he confirms Chelsea stay
The Spanish transfer window is still open but the Belgian has revealed that he is staying put at Stamford Bridge.
After controversial claims, France backtrack and accept Grosso fracture was result of an accident
The try-scoring wing was smashed in a tackle by All Blacks Sam Cane and Ofa Tu’ungafasi.
Lukaku clarifies 'hiding' teammates comment following Champions League exit
Man United crashed out of the competition following a 2-1 defeat to Sevilla at Old Trafford.
Sexton a doubt for Thomond as Leinster clear up confusion regarding his HIA against Exeter
Johnny Sexton has entered the Return to Play Protocols as Leinster confirm he failed HIA v Exeter.
Taoiseach 'very happy' David Davis has clarified his remarks on border Brexit deal
Over the weekend, the UK’s Brexit Secretary said Friday’s border deal was not legally enforceable.
'That was untrue': Enda Kenny corrects statement about Margaret Hassan in Dáil 13 years ago
Kenny had said that the aid worker who died in Iraq had converted to Islam, but corrected that statement yesterday.
Clarification: Jamie Hollywood
Correction.
Dele Alli insists middle finger gesture was a joke but could still face punishment
England’s Dele Alli has claimed that the gesture was not aimed at the referee.
Bayern Munich rubbish Italian newspaper's report of a swoop for Ronaldo
The 32-year-old Real Madrid star has threatened to leave Spain.
Lionel Messi's representatives claim 'interview' was fake
The Argentine superstar’s representatives says he never spoke to Coach Magazine.
Katie Taylor denies reports she's back training in father's gym
The Irish boxer has rejected claims she’s returning to Bray Boxing Club.
World Rugby calls for explanation on why Marler wasn't punished for 'gypsy boy' jibe
The Six Nations organisers have been put under scrutiny following the remark aimed at Wales prop Samson Lee.
FAI to give Euro 2016 tickets to 'most loyal supporters'
Preference will be given Supporters Clubs, Season Ticket holders and Fans Direct members among others.
Robbie Henshaw's not Munster-bound -- Anthony Foley
It was confirmed that the Ireland international was leaving Connacht earlier today.
Fabregas thanks ex-Chelsea star for apology amid Mourinho rumours
The Spanish international has come in for criticism in the wake of the Special One’s departure.
'I did not have final say on Aston Villa signings'
Aston Villa’s owner is the man with the final say in signings, according to the former manager.
David Norris: I am not in favour of incest, I never have been
The independent senator has sought to clarify remarks he made in the Seanad on Tuesday.
World Rugby say official made wrong call at Australia-Scotland climax
A statement from the organisation released this evening confirmed the mistake.
Neymar's father confirms Man United offer
Media speculation had linked the Brazil captain with a possible switch to the Red Devils.