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'Sara said to Ellen - this boat is coming for us': Father describes joy and relief after Galway bay rescue
Fisherman Patrick Oliver and his son Morgan found Ellen Glynn and Sara Feeney yesterday after a 15-hour ordeal at sea.
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Aug 14th 2020, 9:27 AM
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Ex-Liverpool and Leeds defender Matteo given all-clear after surgery to remove brain tumour
The ex-Scotland international has successfully come through six months of rehabilitation.
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Apr 23rd 2020, 1:32 PM
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Ireland's Ellen Keane takes bronze as hosts win first medal at European Champs
The Clontarf native produced a stunning performance in the 200m Individual Medley.
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Aug 17th 2018, 8:54 PM
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Coleman set for long-awaited first-team return after being named in Everton squad
The Ireland captain is on his way back from a double leg break and came through an U23 game unscathed last week.
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Jan 29th 2018, 12:28 PM
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Anonymous donor steps in to fund new €3 million UCD running track
The university has confirmed the plans this evening.
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Jan 25th 2018, 9:34 PM
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Gary Murray out of coma and 'recovering well' three weeks after fight with Paddy Gallagher
The Glaswegian was put in a medically-induced coma following his bout with Belfast’s Gallagher on 6 October.
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Oct 26th 2017, 1:18 PM
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Ireland secure qualification to the Hockey Women's World Cup for the first time since 2002
Australia’s victory over Papua New Guinea guaranteed Ireland a place at next year’s tournament in London.
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Oct 12th 2017, 11:19 AM
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'Ideal occasion for return' as Chapecoense plane crash survivor set to face Barcelona
Alan Ruschel was one of three players to survive November’s tragic crash.
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Jul 29th 2017, 1:44 PM
# deserved
Ireland star Campbell rewarded with new deal at Manchester City
The extension comes a just reward for her glittering FA Cup final contribution, and an early birthday present.
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Jun 26th 2017, 12:19 PM
# Road To Recovery
Brilliant news as Hull's Ryan Mason released from hospital after skull fracture
The club have thanked everyone involved in caring for the player after the incident on 22 January.
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Jan 30th 2017, 7:17 PM
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Dundalk plan to replace their plastic pitch by the start of next season
The Louth club have taken full ownership of the Oriel Park lease after resolving long-standing legal issues surrounding the ground.
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Nov 21st 2016, 3:19 PM
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Watch Harry Arter's wonderful Football Focus interview with Kevin Kilbane
The Ireland and Bournemouth midfielder spoke to the BBC and Off The Ball pundit on this morning’s show.
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Oct 29th 2016, 4:25 PM
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Welcome announcement for Ireland women as IRFU confirm stadium upgrade
Tom Tierney’s side will play at Donnybrook in 2016.
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Sep 30th 2015, 1:22 PM
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Joe Schmidt has signed a new contract with the IRFU
The New Zealand native will stay on as Ireland head coach until 2017.
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Jul 22nd 2015, 3:06 PM
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Newcastle winger Gutierrez given the all-clear after cancer treatment
The Argentine international has thanked fans for their support after announcing the news.
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Nov 4th 2014, 8:45 AM
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Gary O'Neill scores on Drogheda return after battle with cancer
A pre-season friendly win saw the striker mark his comeback with the goal of the night.
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Jan 22nd 2014, 10:49 AM