# Euro 2016

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# problems

3 years on from record-breaking €35 million move, Renato Sanches 'not happy' at Bayern

The midfielder has started just four Bundesliga matches this term under Niko Kovac.

8.0k

Mar 21st 2019, 12:00 PM

# see you in court

Chelsea keeper Courtois to sue former Belgium coach Wilmots

Marc Wilmots’ recent claims about the leaking of Belgium team news at Euro 2016 has angered Thibaut Courtois, who is taking legal action.

12.7k

Apr 25th 2018, 8:38 AM

# Unstoppable

Ronaldo: 'I've always wanted to make my mark in the world of football and I've done it'

After receiving his fifth Ballon d’or earlier this month Cristiano Ronaldo said he was honoured to share an era of individual success with Barcelona’s Lionel Messi.

4.8k

Dec 16th 2017, 11:21 AM

# Les blues

France coach Deschamps to sue Cantona for defamation

The former Man United forward accused Deschamps of racial discrimination in his selection process for the national team.

4.9k

Nov 29th 2017, 3:16 PM

# road to russia

Ireland won't be playing Ronaldo and Portugal in the play-offs after tonight's result in Lisbon

Switzerland’s 100% record came to an end against the Euro 2016 champions.

59.4k

Oct 10th 2017, 9:40 PM

# media and arts

RTÉ lost €20m last year covering 'onerous' events like the Olympics and the Euros

The public broadcaster said it was a ‘challenging’ financial period.

4.3k

Jul 19th 2017, 12:27 PM

# Anniversary

One year on, how has Robbie Brady progressed since that night in Lille?

The Dubliner scored the winner against Italy, but he has had a slow start to life at Burnley.

7.0k

Jun 22nd 2017, 5:04 PM

# Anger

Barcelona star retires from international football after spat with journalists

Arda Turan has called time on his career with the Turkish national team.

14.6k

Jun 7th 2017, 6:06 PM

# UNCLE ROY

Hodgson defends Kane on corner duty and his reign as England manager

The former Three Lions boss believes criticism of his tenure was unfair, with calls made for the good of the team and its ongoing development

6.4k

Mar 21st 2017, 10:22 PM

# danger man

View from Wales: 'People will be wary of Shane Long'

Welsh football journalist Chris Wathan gives an insight into Ireland’s Group D rivals ahead of Friday’s match.

7.1k

Mar 21st 2017, 9:15 PM

# windfall

Euro 2016 attracted 613,000 visitors and generated €1.2 billion for the French economy

It’s safe to assume that Irish fans contributed their fair share.

3.8k

Jan 25th 2017, 5:18 PM

# Year in Review

'The ground was nearly full 50 minutes before kick-off... If that doesn't inspire you, nothing will'

Ireland boss Martin O’Neill reflects on a memorable 12 months for the Boys in Green.

6.9k

Dec 31st 2016, 2:30 AM

# Honour

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill appointed MBE

The former Shamrock Rovers manager has had his exploits with Northern Ireland recognised in the New Year Honours.

4.8k

Dec 30th 2016, 11:52 PM

# Google It

Euro 2016, Mourinho and what is the time in Rio: Ireland's most Googled sports searches in 2016

What is COYBIG and Ireland vs New Zealand were also popular searches.

2.3k

Dec 30th 2016, 7:00 AM

# Disappointment

One of Iceland's Euro 2016 heroes is being let go by Galatasaray

Kolbeinn Sigthorsson failed to play a single match for the Istanbul giants due to injury.

5.3k

Dec 29th 2016, 2:19 PM

# Let's Get Quizzical

Quiz: How well do you remember Ireland at Euro 2016?

What an adventure it was!

18.4k

Dec 25th 2016, 12:38 PM

# Interview

‘Grown men were crying… It’s a moment that will live with me for the rest of my life’

James McClean chats to The42 about his integral role in Ireland’s famous win over Italy.

18.9k

Dec 25th 2016, 8:00 AM

# COYBIG

14 times Irish fans truly outdid themselves this year

Representin’ all over the world.

4.2k

Dec 25th 2016, 8:00 AM

# Ice Ice Baby

'You start to see the fear emerging and the self-confidence draining'

England’s Euro 2016 elimination to Iceland took Roy Hodgson completely by surprise.

4.5k

Dec 23rd 2016, 10:44 AM

# 1 to 11

Duffy, Arter, Horgan and more: It's our Irish XI of 2016

Find out who makes the cut.

5.0k

Dec 22nd 2016, 1:00 PM

# doubt

Gareth Bale's chances of being fit to face Ireland are looking increasingly unlikely

Madrid sports daily AS reported the Welshman is unlikely to return before April.

6.9k

Dec 1st 2016, 10:41 PM

# Fighting Fit

'If I get to put on the jersey, I’ll play any position' - McGoldrick desperate for chance after Euro 2016 heartbreak

The 28-year-old forward wants to fill the void left by the retired Robbie Keane and the latest injuries to Shane Long and Daryl Murphy.

3.8k

Nov 10th 2016, 5:19 PM

# COYBIG

Irish fans to be awarded by Uefa for their 'outstanding contribution' to Euro 2016

Supporters of Northern Ireland, Wales and Iceland will also be honoured.

7.7k

Sep 15th 2016, 3:31 PM

# Changes

Uefa's latest technical report shows why possession football is no longer in vogue

Ireland were among the teams in terms of passes attempted and distance covered.

5.4k

Sep 13th 2016, 12:43 PM

# Looking Back

Portugal hero Eder 'sorry' for scoring Euro 2016 winner

There’s been a negative reaction from fans in Ligue 1.

13.9k

Sep 10th 2016, 12:31 PM

# Analysis

Ireland's standout Euro 2016 player will be key to their World Cup campaign

Burnley’s new midfielder Jeff Hendrick starred for Ireland in France this summer.

4.1k

Sep 4th 2016, 6:00 AM

# Done Deal

Ireland's Jeff Hendrick joins Burnley for reported €12 million fee

The Dubliner leaves Derby after a six-year spell with the Rams.

14.6k

Aug 31st 2016, 4:17 PM

# looking ahead

New campaign but familiar problems for Martin O'Neill and Ireland

There are a number of injury worries and out-of-favour players for the manager to contend with.

15.5k

Aug 30th 2016, 6:35 PM

# longevity

Conversation with O'Neill persuaded O'Shea to continue his international career

The 35-year-old currently has a year left on his Sunderland contract.

3.6k

Aug 30th 2016, 4:19 PM

# distribution

Here's how Iceland chose to spend some of their Euro 2016 money

The figures make for interesting reading from an Irish perspective.

18.8k

Aug 22nd 2016, 4:26 PM

# trolling

'You never picked him in the summer!' Carra hits back after Neville praises Stones

The €56 million defender made his competitive debut for Man City at the weekend.

17.7k

Aug 15th 2016, 8:46 PM

# Claim

Rooney blames Hodgson's selection gamble for England Euro woe

The Man United striker feels his former boss got key decisions wrong.

13.3k

Aug 1st 2016, 1:38 PM

# Opinion

Shay Given's consummate professionalism turned him into Ireland's greatest ever goalkeeper

Ireland’s longest serving player confirmed his retirement from international duty on Thursday.

4.7k

Jul 29th 2016, 3:48 PM

# Changing of the guard

O'Neill gives strong indication that Robbie Keane's Ireland career is over

The country’s record caps holder and top goalscorer is expected to make a statement regarding his international future in the coming weeks.

20.5k

Jul 29th 2016, 12:52 PM

# Time to go

'One of the best goalkeepers ever to don an Ireland shirt' - O'Neill hails retiring Given

The Ireland manager has been speaking about the former number one after he announced the end of his Ireland career.

2.6k

Jul 29th 2016, 7:00 AM

# Rise

'Clubs have to convince themselves it was not a one-off' - Quinn on Hendrick's Euros brilliance

The former Ireland international says that teams have been in touch to ask him about the Derby midfielder.

6.7k

Jul 29th 2016, 6:00 AM

# Opinion

Solve the Rooney puzzle and 5 problems to resolve for Sam Allardyce's England

From Raheem Sterling’s dwindling confidence and a threadbare defence, England have issues to solve.

6.9k

Jul 22nd 2016, 9:16 PM

# CONFIRMED

Big Sam Allardyce is officially the new England manager

The former Limerick City boss has agreed to take over the Three Lions.

8.3k

Jul 22nd 2016, 3:55 PM

# backing britain

'Like Brexit, Big Sam has been carried to victory on the belief time can be turned back'

England’s next manager might prove that there’s never a right time to have the wrong idea, writes TV3′s Tommy Martin.

7.9k

Jul 22nd 2016, 11:57 AM

# Staying Put

Long ends transfer speculation by signing new deal with Southampton

The Ireland striker insists he is settled at the Saints.

10.4k

Jul 21st 2016, 10:08 PM