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# Nice Touch

Last year
2022
# Gesture
'It was nice to get her on the pitch and give her something to smile about'
Ireland secured a monumental result in Sweden last night – and continue to inspire the next generation on their journey.
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Apr 13th 2022, 8:39 AM
# Nice Touch
Shelbourne jersey honours season ticket holders 'for keeping club alive' during pandemic
A large number of season ticket holders have chosen to put forward the names of supporters who have passed away.
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Feb 8th 2022, 12:51 PM
All time
# fitting
Leeds give Hunter poignant send off at Elland Road as legend's funeral is held
A member of England’s 1966 World Cup-winning squad, the 76-year-old passed away last month.
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May 9th 2020, 9:49 PM
# Nice Touch
Van Dijk explains why he consoled referee at the end of Germany draw
The Netherlands captain embraced the official as he had recently lost his mother.
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Nov 20th 2018, 12:41 PM
# Nice Touch
Ireland and Northern Ireland footballers team up to visit Crumlin Children's Hospital
Before Thursday’s friendly between the two sides, players attempted to bring a smile to the faces of children fighting a far greater battle.
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Nov 13th 2018, 3:33 PM
# Nice Touch
Dublin to wear special one-off jersey to promote Irish cancer charity for children
The Aoibheann’s Pink Tie logo will replace the AIG logo for the men’s and ladies footballers’ and camóg’s upcoming clashes.
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Jul 24th 2018, 1:55 PM
# Nice Touch
Liverpool celebrate Champions League semi-final win with flag paying tribute to injured Irish fan
“It’s 100% a final for Sean Cox,” said Jurgen Klopp.
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May 3rd 2018, 7:51 AM
# Nice Touch
Liverpool to hang Dunboyne GAA jersey in dressing room as gesture to Irish attack victim
The Reds will show support to Sean Cox, while over €37k has been raised for his medical costs.
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Apr 26th 2018, 3:08 PM
# Nice Touch
Shelbourne's new jersey pays lovely tribute to U16 player who tragically passed away
The club’s sponsorship with Dublin City University was also officially unveiled on the kit.
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Feb 23rd 2018, 9:41 AM
# letter from madrid
'What an incredible gesture from a very classy club. It has given Duncan a real lift'
Watmore’s father has revealed just how much Real Madrid’s well wishes meant to the unfortunate striker.
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Dec 6th 2017, 12:43 PM
# Conor McGregor
These photos of Conor McGregor visiting kids in Crumlin Children's Hospital are class
“It was an unannounced visit and he just walked room to room willing to talk to anyone. So much respect.”
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Jun 26th 2017, 9:31 AM
# Nice Touch
These photos of Conor McGregor visiting kids in Crumlin Children's Hospital are class
“It was an unannounced visit and he just walked room to room willing to talk to anyone. So much respect.”
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Jun 25th 2017, 2:37 PM
# Nice Touch
European Player of the Year to receive newly-commissioned Anthony Foley Memorial Trophy
The EPCR is honouring the Munster and Ireland legend with a special tribute.
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May 13th 2017, 1:35 PM
# Nice Touch
'It was only a small thing, hopefully she got a bit of a buzz out of it'
Johnny Buckley was widely praised for his gesture on All-Ireland club final day.
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May 10th 2017, 12:20 PM
# A touch of class
James McClean and his mates turn up to play team with Down Syndrome in need of a game
The Oxford Bulls have been looking for opponents to face, so the Ireland winger got a few friends together.
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Mar 30th 2017, 11:55 AM
# Nice Touch
Ireland to don homelessness charity logo for Grand Slam showdown with England
Aon have vacated their women’s jersey sponsorship for Inner City Helping Homeless ahead of the match.
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Mar 13th 2017, 11:16 AM
# Dream Come True
Cody Garbrandt lights up fan's night as he gives his belt to cancer survivor
The newly-crowned bantamweight champion shared his special moment with Maddux Maple.
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Dec 31st 2016, 12:17 PM
# Classy
Two hardcore Dundalk fans got a nice surprise on the team's flight to Israel
Lilywhites captain Stephen O’Donnell presented the pair with VIP tickets for Thursday’s Europa League clash with Maccabi Tel-Aviv.
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Dec 6th 2016, 10:35 PM
# Nice Touch
Former Nazi POW leaves entire estate to 'kind' Scottish town where he was held
The former German soldier stayed on to work in the Perthshire village for a time after the war and later returned to visit.
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Dec 3rd 2016, 4:39 PM
# Remembrance
Northern Ireland fans unveil huge poppy display against Azerbaijan
Goals from Kyle Lafferty, Gareth McAuley, Conor McLaughlin and Chris Brunt secured the win for Michael O’Neill’s team.
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Nov 12th 2016, 2:40 PM
# Nice Touch
German club rename stadium in honour of young fan who died from cancer
Jonathan Heimes passed away last March aged 26.
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Sep 5th 2016, 3:10 PM
# Lovely Touch
French club remembers victims of Nice attack with special jerseys
The commemorative shirts will be worn for the opening weekend of Ligue 1.
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Aug 11th 2016, 1:38 PM
# Nice Touch
Martin O'Neill visited the Dundalk dressing room to hail their Champions League victory
The Ireland manager labelled their performance last night as “phenomenal”.
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Aug 3rd 2016, 3:00 PM
# Nice Touch
Villarreal paid tribute to the Hillsborough victims tonight
The home fans unveiled a large banner, which read ‘You’ll never walk alone’.
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Apr 28th 2016, 9:16 PM
# Nice Touch
Shane Lowry wore black all week at the US Open in tribute to Berkeley victims
The Offaly man played his way to even par and a share of ninth on a tough Major course.
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Jun 22nd 2015, 9:01 AM
# Nice Touch
A former teammate of Jerry Collins had a moving tribute for his late friend last night
A classy touch from Chris Masoe.
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Jun 6th 2015, 2:22 PM
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Rugby league club to honour contract of player who died earlier this month
The family of Danny Jones will continue to receive financial support from English side Keighley Cougars.
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May 12th 2015, 11:44 AM
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Kerry's All-Ireland winning coach got texts of support from Mayo's squad last week
Class gesture from the beaten All-Ireland semi-finalists.
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Sep 23rd 2014, 9:20 AM
# Nice Touch
Malaysian Everton fan gets VIP treatment after wasted trip to Goodison Park
Everton’s match with Crystal Palace was called off due to bad weather conditions.
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Feb 12th 2014, 8:43 PM
# Nice Touch
Heartwarming pics as Premier League stars make Christmas hospital visit
Some young kids had their day brightened up.
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Dec 25th 2013, 5:15 PM
# Nice Touch
Irish Defence Forces show their support for Cork and Clare ahead of today's game
A number of UNIFIL soldiers, including camogie star Gemma O’Connor, have backed both sides.
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Sep 8th 2013, 1:40 PM
# Nice Touch
Joe Hart pays jersey tribute to late goalkeeper Bert Trautmann
The England stopper and his Manchester City teammates wore jerseys with ‘Trautmann 1′ before their league tie.
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Aug 19th 2013, 8:31 PM
# Horse Outside
Germans give Cian O'Connor a Golf GTI but he gifts it to "Frenchy"
The Irishman, who won at bronze medal at London 2012, was ultra generous to his long-time groom.
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Jun 16th 2013, 8:24 PM
# gratitude
Your 'Nice Touch Roberto' Pic of the Day
The out-going manager took out an ad in the MEN to express his gratitude to fans.
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May 18th 2013, 12:04 PM
# pic of the day
'Nice Touch' Pic of the Day
The Clermont Auvergne fans put together a big banner – as Gaeilge – to welcome the travelling Leinster support to Bordeaux.
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Apr 30th 2012, 5:49 PM