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2022
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Portugal cruise past Czechs as Man United defender bags brace
Diogo Dalot inspired his side to a win tonight.
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Sep 24th 2022, 10:11 PM
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Two goals in three minutes sees Bayern overcome Barcelona, Leverkusen stun Atletico
Leroy Sane and Lucas Hernandez were both on target for the Bundesliga side.
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Sep 13th 2022, 10:34 PM
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Odubeko is Ireland's leading man as he shines at start of a blockbuster trilogy
Will Smallbone also stars with a brace for Jim Crawford’s men in what turned out to be a comfortable 3-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Jun 3rd 2022, 9:38 PM
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Burke hat-trick takes Rovers back to the top as they go from rabble to ruthless
Champions go back to the top of the table after stirring second-half performance against Sligo Rovers.
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May 9th 2022, 10:00 PM
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Doyles on the double to keep Saints' show on the road
Forwards Eoin and Mark Doyle combine to secure back-to-back 2-0 wins in the space of three days for Tim Clancy’s side.
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Mar 14th 2022, 9:40 PM
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Man United hit Roma for 6 to all but secure Europa League final spot
Edinson Cavani and Bruno Fernandes both grabbed braces amid an impressive performance from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side.
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Apr 29th 2021, 9:55 PM
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Keenan's try the pick of the bunch but Ireland's turnover attack is still flat
Attack coach Mike Catt will be pleased with Ireland’s efforts from lineout platforms.
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Feb 28th 2021, 8:30 PM
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Analysis: Leinster take their chance with superb set-piece score to break Munster
Ross Byrne had an impressive involvement as some of Leinster’s bench players made a late impact.
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Jan 24th 2021, 2:00 PM
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Haaland bags his first hat-trick for Norway
Borussia Dortmund’s young striker has six goals in as many international caps.
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Oct 11th 2020, 8:00 PM
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Ruthless Man City spoil Liverpool's title party
It is just the Reds’ second defeat of the season, with their opponents consolidating the runners-up spot in the table.
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Jul 2nd 2020, 10:11 PM
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Rangers hit seven goals over two legs to ease out of Europa League qualifier
The Scottish side will now take on Legia Warsaw for a place in the competition’s group stage.
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Aug 15th 2019, 10:53 PM
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Pogba penalties help underwhelming Man United close the gap on top four
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side were given a much-needed boost as the Frenchman proved the difference against West Ham.
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Apr 13th 2019, 7:39 PM
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Analysis: Two clever Keith Earls tries seal Munster's place in the semi-finals
There was intelligence in the build-up to both scores from Johann van Graan’s team.
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Apr 1st 2019, 9:30 PM
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'He's still got it, the Moyross Train!' - Earls the difference for Munster
Johann van Graan’s side will need to improve ahead of their semi-final clash with Saracens.
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Mar 31st 2019, 7:15 AM
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Ireland eager to show efficiency and 'step up a few gears' against Italy
Jack Conan and his team-mates are intent on showing their clinical streak in Rome.
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Feb 20th 2019, 5:36 PM
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Ireland's David McGoldrick opened the scoring for Sheffield United tonight with this tidy finish
West Brom came from behind to win at Bramall Lane this evening.
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Dec 14th 2018, 10:20 PM
# University Hospital Kerry
11 patients had their cancer diagnosis delayed and four have since died, Kerry review shows
The review looked at over 46,000 thousand individual images reported by a single consultant radiologist.
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Dec 5th 2018, 4:37 PM
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Sane at the double for four-star City at West Ham
David Silva’s hot streak in front of goal continued as Pep Guardiola’s side impressed again.
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Nov 24th 2018, 5:08 PM
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PSG star Cavani's hat-trick adds to Thierry Henry's woes
The Arsenal legend saw his depleted Monaco squad sustain more injury problems in a crushing 4-0 home Ligue 1 loss.
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Nov 11th 2018, 10:24 PM
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Van Graan pleased with Munster's response ahead of Leinster clash
The southern province recorded a record Pro14 victory over Ulster at Thomond Park last night.
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Sep 30th 2018, 7:30 AM
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This one moment of class from Christian Eriksen highlights the difference between Peru and Denmark
The Tottenham star produced the assist for the match-winning goal today.
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Jun 16th 2018, 8:24 PM
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McKernan strike aids assured Down win over Antrim
Antrim’s Ricky Johnston saw red in Newry as the hosts look forward to a semi-final against Derry or Donegal.
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May 26th 2018, 10:41 PM
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Guardiola lauds 'essential' Aguero after quick-fire double rescues Man City
The Argentine scored two in quick succession to bring his side from a goal down to a commanding win over Sean Dyche’s men
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Jan 6th 2018, 6:57 PM
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Cullen buoyed by 'composure' of young Leinster side to exorcise Glasgow loss
‘The review of that game was hanging in the air, and it was quite a tough one,’ said Leo Cullen having ended the Pro14′s three-week break with a rout of Dragons.
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Nov 25th 2017, 7:20 AM
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Watch: The goals that sealed a victory for Cork City in the Europa League tonight
Garry Buckley and Steven Beattie were on target as the Leesiders earned a deserved win.
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Jun 29th 2017, 8:32 PM
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Watch: McGregor's devastating four-punch combo which ended Alvarez's lightweight reign
An absolute masterclass in timing, power and precision.
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Nov 13th 2016, 9:33 AM
# from famine to feast
What goal drought? Lukaku's quick-fire hat-trick sees Everton cruise to win
The Belgian scored his three goals in a devastating 11-minute spell.
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Sep 12th 2016, 9:53 PM
# Dominant
Dundalk go three points clear at top of the table with demolition job on St Pat's
The reigning champions were very impressive in a 4-0 away win.
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Mar 24th 2016, 10:23 PM
# In form
A clinical Shane Long finish put Southampton ahead against Chelsea today
The Ireland striker capitalised on a poor header by Chelsea full-back Baba Rahman.
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Feb 27th 2016, 5:03 PM
# Zizou magic
Incredible goal rush sees Real Madrid win at a canter
But a calf injury to Wales star Gareth Bale will be a concern for manager Zinedine Zidane.
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Jan 17th 2016, 5:30 PM
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The handling skills for the Springboks' second try were worthy of a much bigger game
Bryan Habana must be wishing his hands managed to stick a little earlier in the game.
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Oct 30th 2015, 11:27 PM
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All Blacks pass brutal Springboks test to secure World Cup final spot
Steve Hansen’s men took their two try-scoring chances wonderfully well.
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Oct 24th 2015, 6:05 PM
# warning shots
Analysis: All Blacks and Springboks fire World Cup warning shots
In a classic encounter at Ellis Park, both teams pounced for brilliant first-half tries.
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Jul 27th 2015, 3:08 PM
# Champions Elect
United dominant but Chelsea clinical as Hazard added another fine goal to his collection
It finished 1-0 to the hosts at Stamford Bridge.
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Apr 18th 2015, 6:21 PM
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Arsenal's Welsh wizard continued their spectacular Premier League run this evening
Aaron Ramsey rifled the Gunners in front against Burnley at Turf Moor.
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Apr 11th 2015, 6:44 PM
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Analysis: Leinster's missed try chances must be taken against Toulon
Matt O’Connor’s side will need to make great strides of progress before facing the Top 14 giants.
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Apr 9th 2015, 3:04 PM
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Waterford recover from slow start to power past Offaly back to the Division 1B summit
Waterford have yet to lose a game in the league.
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Mar 7th 2015, 5:46 PM
# Report
Giroud silences doubters as Gunners returning to winning ways
Martin O’Neill was at the Emirates to cast his eye over Everton’s Irish trio.
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Mar 1st 2015, 4:30 PM
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Goal machine Harry Kane struck twice to turn the North London Derby around for Spurs
Mesut Özil opened the scoring for Arsenal but the striker responded for the home side.
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Feb 7th 2015, 2:57 PM
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Roscommon smashed four second half goals past Galway to start the year with some silverware
John Evans’ men gave a remarkable second half performance to win the FBD League.
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Jan 25th 2015, 4:40 PM
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