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Thursday 30 November 2023 Dublin: 1°C

# High hopes

Last month
October 2023
'She drives me to go forward but she’s Katie McCabe. She’s unbelievable'
Izzy Atkinson aiming to nail down her starting place with West Ham as she eyes Ireland role this week.
This year
2023
Step by step as Ireland remain hopeful for 'extremely fit' Denise O'Sullivan
Vera Pauw ‘just focusing on Australia’ in wake of abandoned Colombia game.
Skehill would be 'borderline devastated' if Galway minor Class of 2023 don't break through
The team selector and ex-goalkeeper hopes to see ‘six or seven regulars’ through to the senior team.
'We feel he’s got Test match ability' - Scotland boss Townsend happy to have Healy on board
The Munster player was named in Scotland’s 40-man Six Nations squad on Tuesday.
‘Gaps remain’ with EU amid hopes of Northern Ireland Protocol breakthrough
A joint statement following talks between the EU and UK said that ‘scoping work for potential solutions should continue in a constructive and collaborative spirit’.
Last year
2022
New county boss in from Mayo, cruciate setback in USA, and shedding the soft townies tag
It will be a tough but exciting start to life in Division 2 of the National Football League for Limerick with games against All-Ireland semi-finalists Derry and Dublin first up under new manager Ray Dempsey.
'We're just not playing good enough rugby' - Ulster looking ahead after Munster disappointment
The province’s Craig Newby insists the squad are still excited looking ahead for the rest of the season.
'Lot of space for improvement' for Liverpool's €45 million man
Jurgen Klopp feels the best is yet to come from Luis Diaz.
'He's a huge talent' - Rooney wants to keep Irish teen Ebosele amid Udinese interest
The 19-year-old has put in a string of fine performances for the Rams this season.
All time
4 League of Ireland players who moved across the water in 2021 and 4 who could follow
Ross Tierney and others who have signed, or could sign, for British clubs.
'He hasn't looked one bit out of place' - The 16-year-old already playing for Ireland U21s
It has been a memorable few weeks for Evan Ferguson.
'The Irish public will identify with these players – there will be a great connection there'
Ireland are training in Girona this week ahead of games against Andorra and Hungary.
Irish Para high jumper Jordan Lee on clearing the obstacles of the past year
The Kerry native competes in the World Para Athletics European Championships next week.
'Tottenham could have a very good player on their hands' - Praise for Troy Parrott
Ipswich boss Paul Lambert has been impressed by the Irish youngster.
Champions League football the objective for Everton captain Seamus Coleman
‘Carlo Ancelotti has not put pen to paper on a contract at this club to be with a mid table team.’
'I truly believe we can win the Six Nations,' says Scotland's Stuart Hogg
The full-back believes his side are on the path to ‘something incredibly special’.
'Proper Manc' Rashford can emulate United legends Ronaldo and Rooney - Solskjaer
The Red Devils caretaker boss believes the sky is the limit for the 21-year-old England striker, who he has labelled ‘absolutely top class’.
Liverpool's Irish goalkeeper on 'crazy' experience facing Man City and Man United
Cork native Caoimhin Kelleher has enjoyed pre-season and says he has already learned from the club’s new number one, Alisson.
'He played like he's played 400 games in the league' - Rovers boss heaps praise on 18-year-old after Cork win
Young midfielder Aaron Bolger was one of a number of fine performances as the Hoops finally got back to winning ways against the champions.
'He has a steeliness about him that’s been built up from having his confidence knocked in the past'
Sean Maguire can stake his claim for a regular place in the Ireland team when they face Turkey later this month, says Kevin Kilbane.
Man United call up Ireland U21 goalkeeper to their Champions League squad
Kieran O’Hara has been added to their list by manager Jose Mourinho.
O'Connor keen to impress after sealing dream move to England
The 19-year-old defender has made the switch to Leeds United from Limerick.
Vincenzo Montella is 'painting a masterpiece' at Milan
The Rossoneri look a revitalised outfit under the Italian’s guidance and Arrigo Sacchi has nothing but praise for his efforts.
Mourinho: Rashford can pass Rooney's Man United goal record
Just 235 to go, Marcus.
'China can become world's top football league'
The country has made headlines in recent weeks thanks to jaw-dropping megabucks moves for Argentina striker Carlos Tevez and Brazil playmaker Oscar.
Steve from Kodaline made his dad cry with an amazing present of a car on Christmas morning
“He’s done so much for me”.
Pearson 'ready to make a push' towards the top of the UFC's lightweight division
The English veteran takes on Scotland’s Stevie Ray tomorrow night at UFC Fight Night 99 in Belfast.
Homeless choir to bring High Hopes to Sligo Choral Festival
The High Hopes Choir is set to headline Sligo International Choral Festival next month.
One Irish player included in our flop XI from the group stages of Euro 2016
Do you agree with our selection?
'I think he's destined to play at a higher level' - Kilbane backs Forrester to make step up
The former Ireland international-turned-pundit says the midfielder will go far if he keeps doing what he’s doing.
Argentina are not underestimating Australia - De La Fuente
Australia were not at their best in the Rugby World quarter-finals but Argentina remain wary ahead of Sunday.
Kodaline surprised Aer Lingus passengers with an in-flight busk
Hiiiiiiiiiigh hoooopes.
'I don't think Australia and South Africa would be teams that Ireland fear anymore'
Former Ireland international Denis Leamy is predicting a successful World Cup campaign.
Will Memphis kickstart Man United career against his old club with Rooney ruled out?
The Dutchman returns to PSV Eindhoven for tomorrow night’s Champions League group stage opener.
Another Irish golfer is hoping to follow Paul Dunne's lead and take the Open by storm
Stephanie Meadow wants to put a disappointing run of form to one side at Turnberry.
Windies win further evidence Ireland aren't prepared to bow to the established order
This side aren’t afraid to go against the tide in order to receive greater recognition.
After hitting a plateau in their headlong progress, 2015 is a seminal year for Ireland
There is plenty to look forward to over the next twelve months, including the World Cup.
Kodaline performed outside the GPO with the High Hopes Choir today
They were supporting the Belvedere College Sleep Out.
The High Hopes Choir shot to number one on iTunes following the uplifting documentary
Ireland’s first homeless choir won over viewers.
Kodaline played a secret gig in Galway last night, and hundreds queued to get in
Along with London Grammar and Dan Croll, in a 200-capacity pub.