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# contenders - Saturday 14 September, 2019
Leaders Leipzig frustrate Bundesliga champions Bayern as Dortmund outclass Leverkusen
Emil Forsberg scored from the spot as RB Leipzig came from behind to draw 1-1 with Bayern Munich and reclaim top spot.
# contenders - Thursday 22 August, 2019
Who's in the frame to replace Donoghue as the next Galway hurling boss?
Several high-profile names have been linked with the role.
# contenders - Wednesday 17 July, 2019
Who are the front runners to replace Cian O'Neill as Kildare boss?
Davy Burke, Malachy O’Rourke, Jack O’Connor and Glenn Ryan are among the names being linked with the job.
# contenders - Wednesday 3 July, 2019
Which of these 16 teams will triumph at the Africa Cup of Nations?
The knockout stages of the competition begin on Friday.
# contenders - Monday 13 May, 2019
'It'd be a travesty if they don't win more' - Clare are potential All-Ireland champions, says Cusack
Donal Óg Cusack was speaking on The Sunday Game last night.
# contenders - Monday 7 January, 2019
'If we want to be real contenders, we need to operate in a different way'
Mauricio Pochettino has warned that Spurs’ progress is unlikely to continue at the same pace unless they start to compete with the spending power of rivals.
# contenders - Sunday 25 November, 2018
Ireland are 'up there with as good as I've ever seen,' says USA's Gold
The Eagles boss feels Joe Schmidt’s side are one of the ‘sure favourites’ for next year’s World Cup.
# contenders - Monday 22 October, 2018
Toulouse may be back, but Saracens remain the clear and present danger to Leinster's crown
The English champions have ominously marched their way through wins in all eight games this season.
# contenders - Tuesday 28 August, 2018
Who's in the frame to become the next Mayo senior football boss?
Stephen Rochford stepped down yesterday.
# contenders - Monday 20 August, 2018
What was your favourite moment from an extraordinary summer of hurling?
From Nickie Quaid’s stunning save against Cork to Peter Duggan’s wonder point against Galway, this championship had it all.
# contenders - Monday 6 August, 2018
Who's in the frame to become the next Kerry senior football boss?
Eamonn Fitzmaurice stepped down on Saturday evening.
# contenders - Monday 23 July, 2018
Kerry on the slide, Dublin still the kingpins: Super 8s power rankings after round 2
The Kingdom have dropped two places, while Donegal and Monaghan are on the rise.
# contenders - Monday 16 July, 2018
Super 8s power rankings after opening weekend of GAA's new football format
Galway and Tyrone have both jumped up the pecking order.
# contenders - Tuesday 26 June, 2018
2019 World Cup a thrilling prospect for Schmidt's superb Ireland
Ireland had a stunning season in which they beat everyone in the World Rugby Top 10 aside from the All Blacks.
# contenders - Friday 18 May, 2018
Friend and Dobson emerge as contenders for Connacht head coach job
The Australian and South African have both built up strong CVs.
# contenders - Tuesday 3 April, 2018
'I believe I deserve' Player of the Year - De Bruyne
The Manchester City playmaker said he is worthy of winning the award and insists he cannot be compared to Mohamed Salah.
# contenders - Monday 29 January, 2018
The growing confidence around Ireland's Six Nations chances is justified
With key players in form and after an impressive November series, Ireland are in fine shape.
# contenders - Sunday 21 January, 2018
Connacht to host Gloucester in Challenge Cup quarter, but face potential away semi-final
Kieran Keane’s side advanced through to the knockout stages as third seeds.
# contenders - Thursday 7 December, 2017
Ranking the 16 teams left in the Champions League's chances of triumphing
From Basel to PSG, we assess the likelihood of each side prevailing.
# contenders - Tuesday 28 November, 2017
Title race far from over and more Premier League talking points
Plus, another clean sheet for Brighton and Ireland defender Shane Duffy.
# contenders - Sunday 26 November, 2017
Which of these 7 sports books deserves to win the prestigious William Hill prize?
Jonathan Eig’s book on Muhammad Ali is among this year’s stellar connection.
# contenders - Wednesday 25 October, 2017
The 22 contenders for eir Sport Sports Book of the Year - including The42's debut
It is the third year of the prize, which was won by ‘What Do You Think of That’ by Kerry footballer Kieran Donaghy in 2016.
# contenders - Monday 23 October, 2017
6 possible contenders to replace Ronald Koeman at Everton
Could David Moyes be set for a shock return to Goodison Park?
# contenders - Wednesday 14 June, 2017
Back to the future: Is this the most wide-open hurling championship since 2013?
“It’s going to be a serious championship,” says former Galway skipper David Collins.
# contenders - Tuesday 25 April, 2017
Joy for ex-Ireland U21 international as Huddersfield boost Premier League bid
Sean Scannell started, while the Terriers secured a Championship play-off spot at Molineux.
# contenders - Monday 23 January, 2017
Henshaw believes Leinster can 'go all the way' in the Champions Cup
The Ireland international was superb for Leo Cullen’s side in the draw against Castres.
# contenders - Tuesday 27 December, 2016
Hughes warns Liverpool over title drought
Liverpool will only find it harder to end their title drought the longer it goes on, Stoke City manager Mark Hughes warned.
# contenders - Thursday 20 October, 2016
Cleveland make the World Series while the Cubs keep their dream alive
It’s the Indians’ first World Series appearance since 1997.
# contenders - Tuesday 4 October, 2016
Poll: Who deserves to be crowned the 2016 GAA/GPA Footballer of the Year?
Brian Fenton is the front runner, but does anybody else deserve it more?
# contenders - Tuesday 6 September, 2016
Poll: Who deserves to be crowned the 2016 GAA/GPA Hurler of the Year?
Seamus Callanan, Austin Gleeson and Paudie Maher lead the race for top honours.
# contenders - Wednesday 29 June, 2016
Power ranking the 8 teams left at Euro 2016
Belgium and other countries still in contention for the big prize in France.
7 contenders being touted to replace Roy Hodgson as England manager
Arsene Wengers and others being mentioned as coaches who could be appointed.
# contenders - Wednesday 30 March, 2016
Analysis: Connacht continue to be the brightest light in Irish rugby
Last weekend’s win over Leinster was the latest demonstration of the quality of Pat Lam’s men.
# contenders - Monday 28 December, 2015
Tottenham gave their top four hopes a big boost with a late win today
Meanwhile, Wes Hoolahan claimed his sixth assist of the season as Norwich prevailed.
# contenders - Saturday 19 December, 2015
Hat-trick for Chris Ashton as Saracens continue to set pace in Ulster's group
Mark McCall’s side secured another bonus point against Oyonnax.
# contenders - Thursday 1 October, 2015
Power rankings -- the 8 teams most likely to win this year's Champions League
Barca, Real Madrid and Man City are among the teams to feature.
# contenders - Saturday 8 August, 2015
Cheika's Wallabies lay down World Cup marker with win over All Blacks
A brilliant second-half display saw the Australians emerge as fully deserving Rugby Championship victors.
# contenders - Friday 31 July, 2015
'The big thing is that we don't overestimate the talent in the Southern Hemisphere'
Ireland hooker Rory Best says Michael Cheika’s Australia have been impressive in recent weeks.
# contenders - Friday 10 July, 2015
8 contenders who could take over from Martin O'Neill as Ireland manager
The Derryman is reportedly wanted to replace Nigel Pearson at his old Premier League club Leicester City.
# contenders - Saturday 30 May, 2015
The 4 most likely teams to challenge Dublin in Leinster this summer
Dublin have won nine of the last 10 Leinster titles… Can anyone stop them this year?
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Poll: Do you prefer sunshine or rainy days?
WELL, IT’S BEEN a week of blue skies across the country, with little rain in sight.
While it’s forecast to be colder over the weekend than in recent days, conditions, for the most part, are due to remain dry and sunny.
Temperatures today are to range between 9 and 15 degrees.
With little to no rain in sight at the moment, we’re wondering – are you itching for a rainy day? Or are you loving the sunshine?
So, today we want to know: Do you prefer sunshine or rainy days?
Poll Results:
Sunshine, definitely (9734)
I like both (1760)
Rain, for sure (775)
I actually prefer snow more than anything (535)
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Larry Donnelly: Kennedy vs Markey could be the last throw of the dice for the Irish American dynasty
By Larry Donnelly - @LarryPDonnelly
The Kennedy vs Markey battle is the distraction from Covid-19 we all need, says Larry Donnelly.
Opinion: Economic activity is primed to resume after Covid-19. In the meantime, it’s about survival
By Robert Sweeney
A 'virtual birthday' and an over-walked dog: One Irish mammy's experience of Covid-19 distancing
By Amanda Magnier
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