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# Dilemma

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2022
'How could I manage against my own children?' - Jerome Johnston steps aside for Kilcoo game
Ballybay joint-manager has three sons on the Kilcoo panel.
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Nov 9th 2022, 8:07 AM
Will Leinster cope when Sexton retires? They already know how to live without him
The Leinster and Ireland captain has played just 52 of the province’s last 162 competitive games.
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Apr 2nd 2022, 8:46 AM
Andriy Shevchenko’s family opt to stay in Ukraine
The former Chelsea striker said he was unable to persuade his mother and sister to leave the country following Russia’s invasion.
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Mar 3rd 2022, 2:09 PM
All time
Vera Pauw defends 3-5-2 system as Ireland ponder how to best use Katie McCabe
They face a must-win match against Georgia on Tuesday evening.
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Nov 30th 2021, 12:02 AM
'I thought: if I speak about my heart problems, no manager will want to sign me'
Mark O’Brien on the issues that marred his football career and the power of speaking out.
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Dec 26th 2020, 8:00 AM
FAI will wait until June before resolving Kenny-McCarthy conundrum - Niall Quinn
The Interim Deputy CEO also spoke about the impact of the coronavirus crisis on League of Ireland clubs.
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Mar 17th 2020, 6:18 PM
'Those contracts in France... their condition was I had to turn down the World Cup'
Samoa captain Jack Lam is one of five free agents in their 31-man squad in Japan.
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Oct 11th 2019, 9:38 PM
'My ma wants me to play for Nigeria... But I've been playing with Ireland for a long time'
Jonathan Afolabi is set to represent the Boys in Green at the U19 Euros.
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Jun 27th 2019, 8:00 AM
Ireland wait on Liverpool starlet ahead of potential Champions League final involvement
Caoimhin Kelleher may be in the Reds’ squad for their clash with Spurs.
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May 22nd 2019, 6:00 AM
Crawford clash confirmed but Khan admits turning down Brook fight was extremely difficult
Amir Khan will have a chance to become the first man to defeat Terence Crawford on 20 April, with a venue TBC.
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Jan 15th 2019, 3:50 PM
'Even if he does declare... Do I really want to go and do that, and then he changes his mind later?'
Martin O’Neill has emphasised the importance of not pressurising Michael Obafemi into making a decision on his international future.
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Nov 15th 2018, 7:30 AM
'It took my parents to speak to me and explain there's no real career in hurling... Whereas football could be your job'
Waterford attacker Dean O’Halloran on choosing soccer over GAA, an early stint with Fulham and joining his hometown team.
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Jun 1st 2018, 12:00 PM
Lingering concern over McGrath could change Leinster selection picture
Jamison Gibson-Park may be required to provide experienced cover at scrum-half.
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May 9th 2018, 4:48 PM
Luke McGrath fitness a key to Leinster's Lowe threat
The Kiwi has been exceptional value since arriving from Waikato this season, but Leinster could have to choose between him and Scott Fardy if McGrath’s injury persists.
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Apr 10th 2018, 7:34 AM
Reading's Liam Kelly declines Ireland call-up to keep England options open
The 22-year-old was named in Martin O’Neill’s provisional squad for Friday’s friendly against Turkey.
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Mar 20th 2018, 7:50 PM
'Pogba isn't Kante' - Thierry Henry on Man United's problems
The debate as to where best to use the Frenchman continues to rage, with a fellow countryman eager to point out that he is not a holding midfielder.
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Feb 13th 2018, 10:18 AM
Giroud's wife doesn't want Everton move, claims Allardyce
The Toffees boss says the striker has been forbidden to seek a club north of Watford.
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Dec 26th 2017, 8:10 PM
'I had an offer to go to England, but I wanted to stay and do my Leaving Cert'
Jamie McGrath chats to The42 about the tricky choice facing many young aspiring Irish footballers.
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Jun 23rd 2017, 7:00 AM
The challenge facing Westmeath for a 3rd straight year: How do you set up against the Dubs?
Kieran Martin says Westmeath won’t go ultra-defensive like Carlow did in the quarter-final.
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Jun 22nd 2017, 4:30 PM
Bale or Isco? Real Madrid star glad decision isn't his
“We are lucky to have two players of this level.” Casemiro praised the Real Madrid duo.
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May 31st 2017, 12:23 PM
Juventus star considered quitting football after son's illness
Leonardo Bonucci has had to face up to his son dealing with a serious medical condition.
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Dec 27th 2016, 11:56 AM
The Burning Question: Crackers before or after dinner?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Dec 25th 2016, 10:00 AM
The Burning Question: Are you allowed open a present today?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Dec 24th 2016, 9:30 AM
Hurling star Lee Chin will miss Wexford Youths' crucial play-off clash to attend GAA All-Star Awards
The star scored his first goal for the club in the first leg against Drogheda.
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Nov 2nd 2016, 6:24 PM
'When you're going through a bad time, it's hard to enjoy your golf'
Shane Lowry on his tough year, missing out on the Ryder Cup and using a sports psychologist.
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Oct 21st 2016, 12:50 PM
'I'll miss Beyonce gig because of Euro 2016 quarter-final'
Wales full-back Neil Taylor thought he had secured a nice surprise for his wife’s birthday.
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Jun 29th 2016, 2:58 PM
The Burning Question*: What's the best kind of milk, and the best container to drink it out of?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Jun 1st 2016, 7:39 PM
Waratahs urge Beale to reject deal to make him the highest-paid player in England
The Wallaby has reportedly agreed a £1.5million deal with Wasps.
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May 13th 2016, 11:57 AM
The Burning Question*: Do those 'No Junk Mail' signs apply to election leaflets?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Feb 20th 2016, 10:30 AM
The Burning Question*: Should men expect a present on Valentine's Day?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Feb 13th 2016, 11:15 AM
The Burning Question*: What time are we having Christmas dinner?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Dec 24th 2015, 5:00 PM
The Burning Question*: When is it okay to start playing Christmas music?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Nov 28th 2015, 8:45 AM
The Burning Question*: How do you eat a 99?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Nov 8th 2015, 3:00 PM
The Burning Question*: Is the use of emojis by adults ever acceptable?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Oct 26th 2015, 3:00 PM
The Burning Question*: Are we decorating for Halloween or is it 'too American'?
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Oct 24th 2015, 11:15 AM
The Burning Question*: Can couples/married people go on dates?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Oct 18th 2015, 3:00 PM
The Burning Question*: Milk, white or dark chocolate?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
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Oct 12th 2015, 2:45 PM
Life dilemma: are you saying 'thanks' to the bus driver?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas.
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Oct 10th 2015, 3:00 PM
The Burning Question*: Reverse park or drive straight in?
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Sep 27th 2015, 3:00 PM
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