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Last year

2022

Shaw feels 'wanted' by England as he opens up on United struggles

“When I come here it is about enjoyment and playing games with a smile on my face. Here, when I come here, I always do that.”

8.1k

Mar 27th 2022, 1:11 PM

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Townend's rollercoaster of emotions on a St Patrick's Day he will never forget

The 31-year-old came to grief at the final fence in the opening race, the Novices Chase, when clear on Galopin des Champs.

4.5k

Mar 17th 2022, 6:24 PM

All time

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'Ireland just want us to make a mistake... I haven't got the patience to play like that'

Denmark boss Age Hareide expects his side to be dominant again in Dublin tomorrow night.

7.0k

Nov 13th 2017, 7:01 PM

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'We're bringing on Jordan Jones - at Kilmarnock. They're bringing on a £20 million player'

Michael O’Neill admitted the manner of the play-off defeat to Switzerland was tough to take but he was quick to praise his side’s campaign.

21.6k

Nov 12th 2017, 8:44 PM

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Frustration for Rory McIlroy but Paul Dunne is well in contention at Alfred Dunhill Links

The Wicklow native is just two shots off the lead heading into the weekend.

6.7k

Oct 7th 2017, 12:59 AM

# not at the races

This Carlow bride wanted an elegant stately home on Don't Tell The Bride but got 'gangster Peaky Blinders' instead

Well.

8.2k

Apr 4th 2017, 7:59 AM

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'Some people are motivated by money, I'm not one of them'

Harry Kane says the wages on offer in professional football are “a bonus”.

7.7k

Feb 7th 2017, 5:05 PM

# contrast

International Paralympic Committee issues outright ban on Russian athletes for this month's Games

It represents a complete contrast to the International Olympic Committee’s heavily-criticised decision.

17.2k

Aug 7th 2016, 4:50 PM

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What can Ireland take from Iceland and Wales' success?

The so-called ‘small’ footballing nations have had a big few days in France.

17.8k

Jul 2nd 2016, 10:00 AM

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Fewest games, worst win record - how did Benitez compare to Real Madrid's last 5 bosses?

Following the sacking of the Spanish manager at Real Madrid, we look at the key Opta stats from his reign.

10.9k

Jan 5th 2016, 7:00 AM

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Rugby referee Nigel Owens has some interesting thoughts on officiating in soccer

The Welshman says there is a big difference between the way players are dealt with in the two sports.

12.0k

Sep 15th 2015, 11:39 AM

# Feature

Is there a big difference between doing football punditry on British and Irish TV?

John Hartson and Connor Morris of Setanta Sports give their takes on this oft-discussed topic.

20.3k

Aug 7th 2015, 8:00 AM

# contrast

Diego Costa on the differences between playing in England and Spain

The Chelsea striker says that opponents can get away with more in the Premier League.

6.3k

Mar 26th 2015, 8:45 AM

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Rugby referee Nigel Owens on 'the one issue that soccer needs to address'

The sport has been continually criticised, with players and officials consistently coming under the spotlight.

23.3k

Mar 24th 2015, 10:27 AM

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Rodgers: Stop comparing Henderson to Gerrard

The Irishman is playing down the similarities between the two midfielders.

4.8k

Mar 7th 2015, 12:05 AM