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# Comeback

This month
November 2023
Tiger Woods set for return to action
The 47-year-old underwent ankle surgery in April.
Last month
October 2023
Arsenal come from two goals down to snatch a point at Chelsea
The Gunners moved level on points at the top of the Premier League.
Arsenal come from two goals down to snatch a point at Chelsea
The Gunners moved level on points at the top of the Premier League.
This year
2023
Liverpool leave it late to come from behind and beat Wolves
Andrew Robertson and Hugo Bueno’s late own goal at Molineux gave Liverpool the win.
Liverpool leave it late to come from behind and beat Wolves
Andrew Robertson and Hugo Bueno’s late own goal at Molineux gave Liverpool the win.
Owen Farrell sees red as England edge Wales at Twickenham
At one point during the final quarter Steve Borthwick’s men were reduced to 12 men.
It feels great – Caroline Wozniacki makes winning return to tennis in Montreal
The 33-year-old walked away from the sport following the 2020 Australian Open.
Sligo Rovers boosted by return of RB Leipzig star on loan
Fabrice Hartmann spent first few months of season at Showgrounds before suffering hamstring injury.
How has Munster man RG Snyman's return to Test rugby gone?
The towering second row has shown his value in two appearances off the bench.
Ex-Ireland international David McGoldrick returns to boyhood club
The veteran striker joins Notts County on a two-year deal after leaving Derby.
Barca win Champions League with stunning Wolfsburg comeback
The Catalans were two goals down at the break but hit back strongly to triumph in Eindhoven.
Sligo rally to earn late draw against Kildare
Down, meanwhile, crushed Tipperary in the Tailteann Cup.
Irish rally driver James Fulton to return for first time since death of Craig Breen
He will partner Kris Meeke during the Rally of Portugal in the second-tier WRC2.
Tottenham battle back from two down to secure morale-boosting draw with Man United
Second-half goals by Pedro Porro and Son Heung-min cancelled out first-half efforts from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford.
Cluxton return 'a distraction for Dublin' - Keegan
The legendary goalkeeper is back in Dessie Farrell’s set-up.
Second-half blitz leads Celtic to comfortable victory over 10-man St Mirren
The home side led at the half-way mark thanks to a Mark O’Hara penalty in the sixth minute.
Antonio Conte to return to Spurs as doubts about squad's mentality increase
Assistant Cristian Stellini admitted “we have to work on this aspect every day and fight against ourselves” after being dumped out of the FA Cup in midweek.
Evan Ferguson returns in Brighton draw
The teenage striker had a spell on the sidelines following a poor challenge from Liverpool’s Fabinho.
Patrick McBrearty delivers some late drama for Donegal to stun Kerry
The concession of an opening goal on 14 minutes – a gift tucked home by Dara Moynihan – had stiffened the home side’s task.
Last year
2022
Munster recover from sloppy start to record bonus point victory over Edinburgh
Graham Rowntree’s men have now won three on the spin.
Scotland recall Finn Russell and Telea to make debut for the All Blacks
Scotland have yet to defeat New Zealand in more than a hundred years of trying.
'Kilkenny with Colin Fennelly as a focal point would be a way better team'
Cats’ new management team should target the Ballyhale full-forward, the GAA Weekly podcast heard.
Australia launch second-half rally to defeat Scotland as England survive France scare
Australia bounced back in the second half, with tries from Bienne Terita and Ashley Marsters.
5 years on from last appearance, Diego Costa set for Premier League return
The striker could make his debut when Wolves take on West Ham this weekend.
'It's about three years now since I've played for Ireland... It was tough'
Joe Hodge is ready to go again after experiencing a difficult time with injuries.
Taoiseach says he is open to seeing Bertie Ahern return to Fianna Fáil
Micheál Martin said that he has been engaging with the former Taoiseach in recent times.
'Honestly I was thinking about the anniversary coming up… it was tough'
Claire O’Riordan made her first competitive Ireland start in three years against Slovakia – 364 days after sustaining an horrific ankle injury.
David Power: 'If it is possible down the line, he will put on that blue and gold jersey again'
Colin O’Riordan has called time on his seven-year Aussie Rules career because of a chronic hip injury.
'Typical Seamus, he has worked brilliantly to get fit' - Lampard
The veteran Republic of Ireland full-back has not featured in the Merseysiders’ first three Premier League games.
Ronaldo returns in Man Utd's friendly draw with Rayo Vallecano
The 37-year-old, who missed the club’s pre-season tour to Thailand and Australia for personal reasons, wants to leave the club he rejoined last year.
Cork produce brilliant second-half rally to see off stubborn Waterford
Cork only took the lead for the first time four minutes from the end of normal time in Croke Park.
Back from injury to stun the Dubs on 100th Donegal game and Mark McHugh's impact
Emer Gallagher and her side are now gearing up for a semi-final meeting with All-Ireland champions Meath.
Holders Netherlands have to settle for draw in Euros opener
They earned a point against Sweden while in the other group game, Portugal drew 2-2 with Switzerland.
Serena Williams’ Eastbourne doubles run cut short
Partner Ons Jabeur has withdrawn with a knee injury, and the American will now turn her attention to Wimbledon.
Folau to make international return with Tonga - and eyes up World Cup date with Ireland
Folau and former All Blacks Charles Piutau and Malakai Fekitoa have also been included in the Tonga squad following changes to World Rugby’s eligibility rules.
10-man Drogheda come from behind to beat Finn Harps
The Donegal side also had a man sent off in stoppage time as Drogheda claimed a 3-1 win.
Christian Eriksen marks emotional return to Parken Stadium with goal for Denmark
The 30-year-old had suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch during a Euro 2020 match last June.
Earls back in contention for Munster with derby clash against Leinster looming
The 34-year-old returned to full training this week after recovering from the thigh injury that ruled him out of Ireland’s recent Six Nations campaign.
'I'm happy to be back, I have no problems with my heart'
Alphonso Davies has been sidelined since December having been diagnosed with myocarditis, an inflammation of the heart, after he tested positive for coronavirus in January.
United fight back for win in first WSL game in front of fans at Old Trafford
Ninth-placed Everton threatened to spoil the party but a penalty from Katie Zelem and Alessia Russo’s brace secured the points.