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# Great expectations

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November 2023
Ireland's Omobamidele on why he has been out in the cold since €23 million move
The 21-year-old is still waiting to make his Nottingham Forest debut.
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Nov 23rd 2023, 12:01 AM
This year
2023
Neymar scores first goal after €90 million move
The former Paris Saint-Germain forward grabbed the second in his side’s 3-0 victory in the Asian Champions League.
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Oct 3rd 2023, 9:02 PM
The 20-year-old from Tallaght with the world at her feet
Ahead of a crucial few days for Rhasidat Adeleke, Johnny Fox and Pierce O’Callaghan reflect on the Irish athlete’s phenomenal rise.
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Aug 19th 2023, 7:30 AM
Ireland's most expensive player ever needs stability after €65 million paid over 2 years
Nathan Collins’ move to Brentford was confirmed earlier today.
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Jul 4th 2023, 8:00 PM
After €103 million move, teenager Bellingham hails ‘proudest day’
Real Madrid announced the signing of the England international on Wednesday.
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Jun 15th 2023, 12:37 PM
The Irish teenager tipped to follow in Evan Ferguson's footsteps
Considered too small by some as a youngster, Andrew Moran has undergone a remarkable rise since.
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May 27th 2023, 8:00 AM
Jarrod Bowen knows from Danny Dyer what a trophy would mean to West Ham fans
The Hammers will bid to reach a first European final in 47 years when they take on AZ Alkmaar in the Europa Conference League.
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May 11th 2023, 8:48 AM
Can GAA-mad Kerry become an Irish soccer stronghold?
Manager Billy Dennehy and captain Matt Keane discuss the League of Ireland’s newest addition.
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Feb 15th 2023, 6:15 AM
Last year
2022
The story of how Belgium went from no-hopers to world number one
A look at the history of Belgian football as they prepare for their first World Cup match today.
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Nov 23rd 2022, 8:25 AM
Co-hosting Euro 2028 could earn Irish economy €361 million boost
Meanwhile, €135 million is the projected cost for bringing the tournament to Dublin.
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Nov 15th 2022, 8:47 PM
Klopp backs Liverpool's €75 million man to realise 'incredible' potential
Darwin Nunez has had an erratic start to his career at Anfield.
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Oct 28th 2022, 3:13 PM
Despite difficult start, Liverpool 'very optimistic' about €72 million man
Darwin Nunez put in his most encouraging performance in the midweek Champions League victory over Rangers.
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Oct 8th 2022, 11:57 AM
Alexander-Arnold: Trophyless season would be massive failure for Liverpool
Jurgen Klopp’s side narrowly missed out on an unprecedented quadruple in the last campaign.
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Aug 5th 2022, 9:16 PM
'Why not Premier League and the Champions League?' - Conte
The Italian has set high expectations for his first full season as Tottenham manager.
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Aug 4th 2022, 4:53 PM
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.
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Jul 9th 2022, 10:27 PM
Ireland's youngsters on the verge of making history
A win against Italy would see Jim Crawford’s men become the first Irish team ever to qualify for a major tournament.
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Jun 14th 2022, 12:01 AM
'If I really want to become a world-class striker and a top player, it’s got to start now'
Michael Obafemi produced an influential display in Ireland’s win over Scotland.
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Jun 12th 2022, 12:36 AM
'The year we signed, Nottingham Forest had come third in the Premier League'
Keith Foy remembers a time when an influx of promising young Irish players moved to the City Ground club.
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May 29th 2022, 7:30 AM
Training with Phil Foden at Man City, returning home to Ireland and learning from Damien Duff
Aaron O’Driscoll is hoping to help Shelbourne enjoy a successful season on their return to the top flight.
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Feb 17th 2022, 6:00 PM
It’s time for Curtis Jones to start fulfilling his potential – Jurgen Klopp
The 20-year-old has endured a difficult time since October, with a freak eye injury in training being followed by a Covid-enforced absence.
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Jan 15th 2022, 11:23 PM
5 Irish players that could make a Premier League breakthrough in 2022
Evan Ferguson and others close to getting game time in the top flight.
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Jan 14th 2022, 1:00 PM
All time
‘Pep gets monthly reports on how he’s doing’ - The breakout Irish star of 2021
It’s been a phenomenal 12 months for Gavin Bazunu.
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Dec 18th 2021, 9:00 AM
Can Steven Gerrard become a great manager?
The Liverpool legend makes his return to Anfield as Aston Villa manager this weekend.
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Dec 10th 2021, 7:09 PM
PSG still waiting for Lionel Messi to find Ballon d'Or form
With Neymar set for a spell on the sidelines, the responsibility on the Argentine star’s shoulders has increased.
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Dec 3rd 2021, 8:58 PM
'I’d like to think I’d be ready now' - Kilkenny eyeing Ireland senior call-up
The 21-year-old has impressed for Bournemouth this season.
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Sep 7th 2021, 12:02 AM
PSG braced for Lionel Messi arrival
The 34-year-old is seen by the French giants’ Qatari owners as the vital missing piece of their frustrating Champions League puzzle.
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Aug 9th 2021, 10:55 AM
'I've never for one minute doubted his talent and I've always said he would be a senior international'
A detailed look at the rise of Shamrock Rovers’ Danny Mandroiu on the back of his recent Ireland call-up.
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May 31st 2021, 8:00 PM
Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal's £72 million man is finally starting to settle
A double from Pepe kept the Gunners in the hunt for European football next season.
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May 20th 2021, 2:18 PM
'He wants to captain Ireland': The making of a teenage star admired by Arsenal, Man United and others
Leixlip native Nathan Collins has risen through the ranks to become one of the most highly rated young defenders in English football.
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Feb 24th 2021, 2:30 PM
Jurgen Klopp says managing players like Mohamed Salah can be 'challenging in a good way'
An interview published in Spanish media suggested the Egyptian star could be unhappy at Anfield.
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Dec 26th 2020, 1:59 PM
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: Man United face ‘vital’ period to prove title credentials
The Red Devils responded well to crashing out of the Champions League at RB Leipzig last week.
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Dec 16th 2020, 11:41 PM
The Irish teen sensation who joined Liverpool in their '80s pomp
Brian Mooney chats to The42 about his early days at Anfield, becoming a cult hero with Preston and why a big move to Sunderland didn’t work out.
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Jul 12th 2020, 8:00 PM
8 expectations I had about giving birth - and how the reality measured up
Visiting hours don’t apply when you have a C-section, right? Wrong.
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Nov 19th 2019, 5:20 PM
Stephen Kenny backs 17-year-old Spurs striker Parrott to 'come alive' in Tallaght tonight
Ireland face Armenia in a European Championship qualifier this evening.
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Sep 6th 2019, 6:00 AM
Harry Maguire gives new-look Man United plenty of cause for optimism
The Red Devils began their campaign today with a comprehensive 4-0 victory over Chelsea.
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Aug 11th 2019, 9:31 PM
The Southampton teenager aiming to help guide Ireland to the Euro U19 semi-finals
Kameron Ledwidge is expected to feature in his side’s crucial clash with Czech Republic later today.
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Jul 21st 2019, 7:30 AM
'You can change the manager, but cannot change the players' - Danish taunts could inspire Ireland
Age Hareide’s men are in confident mood ahead of tonight’s game.
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Jun 7th 2019, 6:00 AM
'Our main goal is to win the tournament and make history happen'
There is a positivity within the Ireland U17 squad epitomised by captain Seamas Keogh.
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May 1st 2019, 6:15 AM
What has happened to Alexis Sanchez?
The Manchester United star has come under fire for his disappointing performances since joining the club.
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Sep 24th 2018, 6:30 AM
'Bale will get much better' - Real Madrid boss Lopetegui
The Wales international forward is being backed by his manager to play an influential role for the Blancos in the 2018-19 campaign.
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Aug 16th 2018, 6:57 PM
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