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2022

Bradley's piece of magic helps Dundalk to keep the pressure on

Lilywhites beat Finn Harps to close to within six points of leaders Shamrock Rovers, who play their game in hand tomorrow.

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Jul 22nd 2022, 10:24 PM

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'Good sunny spells' forecast for coming days as temperatures set to increase

Met Éireann says the weather will feel “rather pleasant” this week.

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May 24th 2021, 3:31 PM

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Paschal Donohoe: Irish economy to make ‘good recovery’ despite €35 billion rise in national debt

The Covid-19 pandemic has driven a rise in the country’s level of debt.

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Jan 28th 2021, 7:00 PM

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Leinster's O'Brien takes inspiration from Keenan and Connors' rise to Ireland caps

The 22-year-old back has impressed for the province in recent weeks.

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Oct 30th 2020, 7:00 AM

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Irish internationals at the wheel as Millwall move up to fourth in the Championship

Alex Pearce and Shaun Williams have formed part of an interim managerial trio in the absence of Gary Rowett.

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Oct 28th 2020, 10:16 PM

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Uefa chief says most European leagues will finish off their seasons

Ceferin is confident that football can get back on track right across Europe.

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May 17th 2020, 2:04 PM

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Brighton owner wants Premier League relegation scrapped if season not finished

Tony Bloom has had his say with the season currently suspended.

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Apr 19th 2020, 8:37 AM

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'He tried to hit McClean and hit me instead!' - Browne avoids injury to boost Preston's promotion bid

The Ireland midfielder found the net in last night’s win.

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Feb 13th 2020, 11:31 AM

# everything's coming up

Manchester United's firepower enough for Premier League top-four finish, says Maguire

The centre-back has been buoyed by the form of the Red Devils’ attack.

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Dec 9th 2019, 9:53 AM

# Exiles

O'Brien excited to link with Kidney and Kiss at ambitious London Irish

The 32-year-old flanker says the move it about being part of a new project.

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Feb 20th 2019, 6:15 AM

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'I'm not expecting to score eight tries this year' - Stockdale stays grounded

The 22-year-old Ireland wing enjoyed a remarkable 2018.

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Jan 30th 2019, 6:00 AM

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PHOTOS: Check out these great shots from the Bray Air Display

The second day of the event is taking place in Co Wicklow.

37.7k

Jul 29th 2018, 5:14 PM

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All Blacks and November next in Schmidt's sights as Ireland's success rolls on

The Ireland head coach is heading home to New Zealand for a few weeks of rest.

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Jun 24th 2018, 7:30 AM

# good day sunshine

It may be a dreary morning for many - but there's a 'possible heat wave' on the way

The temperatures are set to return to the 20s by Sunday.

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Jun 20th 2018, 7:20 AM

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'We weren't enjoying our rugby... It has started to lift a bit of the gloom'

Ulster captain Rory Best says the province’s last four games have signalled a change in mood.

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Apr 30th 2018, 12:28 PM

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'You can only progress so much in a year. It will only come with time'

Rassie Erasmus knows Munster aren’t where they need to be but he’s positive they will grow.

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May 27th 2017, 10:15 PM

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Alarm bells ringing for Liverpool's Champions League prospects

Jurgen Klopp is facing two of the most hostile Premier League away fixtures in a row and is going into these vital matches without key individuals.

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Apr 8th 2017, 10:29 AM

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'We've poked the bear' - Schmidt's Ireland eye more history against All Blacks

The Ireland head coach has some big selection decisions to make this week.

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Nov 14th 2016, 6:30 AM

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Klopp unwilling to temper title aspirations

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp believes his side can head into their season opener thinking they can win the Premier League title.

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Aug 14th 2016, 10:12 AM

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We've spent €1.7 billion more building houses this year than 2014

Building has gotten underway on 11,955 residential housing units.

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Nov 19th 2015, 6:01 AM

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Schweinsteiger: Manchester United have what it takes to win Premier League title

The Germany international midfielder believes they can challenge the likes of Chelsea for the trophy.

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Aug 15th 2015, 5:01 PM

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At least one person thinks Liverpool can finish in the top four this season

The Reds midfielder feels that his side should have capitalised on their rivals’ struggles but wants to take motivation from giving Chelsea a guard of honour on Sunday.

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May 7th 2015, 8:32 PM

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Facebook is building a fleet of internet-connected super-drones

The social media giant has laid out three core priorities for the company over the coming years.

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Mar 26th 2015, 9:31 PM

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Ulster Bank is feeling good about the economy - and predicting 3.1% growth this year

The bank is predicting a broader based recovery, with jobs outside Dublin on the cards.

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Aug 25th 2014, 11:04 AM

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Central Bank revises GDP forecast upwards

They also revised upwards last year’s figures.

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Jul 28th 2014, 11:58 AM

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Newman set to return as O'Dowd and Tormey relish another crack at the Dubs

Meath were impressive in their semi-final victory – but next up is Dublin.

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Jun 30th 2014, 6:30 AM

# GOODBYE CHARLIE

Anything less than Champions League is a disappointment for Sherwood

Spurs’ 4-4-2 merchant is setting the bar pretty high.

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Jan 20th 2014, 7:10 AM

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'Highest level of job creation' through IDA in over a decade

However, the target of placing half of these new jobs outside Dublin and Cork was not met.

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Jan 3rd 2014, 10:59 AM

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Evra: 'We have that winning mentality and United spirit which was missing'

Patrice Evra believes that United are the strongest team in the Premier League when they have Rooney and van Persie fit.

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Dec 31st 2013, 11:30 AM

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Leinster 'delighted' with chance to play internationally banned Healy

Forwards coach Jonno Gibbes says he does not have a problem with starting the prop against Treviso.

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Feb 14th 2013, 9:55 AM

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Adam Johnson will improve, says Martin O’Neill

‘I imagine he will get back first of all to the form he has shown over the last couple of seasons, and secondly it won’t be far away.’

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Nov 2nd 2012, 8:00 AM

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McIlroy looks to overtake Donald with Quail Hollow run

The Holywood man spent a fortnight away from competitive golf following his equal-40th finish at the Masters last month.

464

May 1st 2012, 10:31 AM

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Ireland up to fourth in world rankings at expense of defeated English

Win in final Six Nations game ensures Ireland are top northern hemisphere side, according to the IRB.

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Mar 21st 2011, 2:08 PM