# Optimism

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# next year

Irish people are feeling pretty optimistic about 2016

It looks like we’re bucking the trend worldwide.

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Dec 31st 2015, 6:15 AM

Voices

'When I left Ireland there was a sense of fear, now it's a different place full of optimism and change'

The former Rose of Tralee Maria Walsh writes about how Ireland is experiencing a time of great change.

Nov 18th 2015, 5:05 PM

# Optimism

Squeaking past Carlisle can unite Liverpool says Gary McAllister

Liverpool’s first-team coach sought to put a positive spin on Liverpool narrowly avoiding an upset last night.

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Sep 24th 2015, 7:55 AM

# Optimism

'They have some really ordinary players' -- Dunphy insists Ireland can beat Germany

The pundit says the retirement of several stars has weakened Joachim Löw’s side considerably.

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Sep 9th 2015, 8:50 PM

# Optimism

Raheem Sterling fee not a concern for Manchester City - Pellegrini

The Chilean is confident the attacker will justify the £49 million expense.

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Jul 18th 2015, 12:05 AM

# Optimism

'I am the best coach in the Premier League'

In Thursday’s press conference, he also produced a letter, said to be from club captain Fabricio Coloccini.

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May 7th 2015, 2:58 PM

# sure why not?

The world could be booming again by the end of 2015

This is according to UK think tank the Centre for Economic and Business Research (Cebr)

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Jan 1st 2015, 8:00 AM

# Optimism

Liverpool can finish in top four, says Lallana

The Reds stormed to an impressive 4-1 win over Swansea City on Monday.

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Dec 30th 2014, 7:15 AM

# Optimism

Commander Hadfield is here to make you feel a whole lot better about 2015

“Our world is a better place than we often claim it to be.”

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Dec 29th 2014, 2:32 PM

# Optimism

Liverpool on track for top four, says Rodgers

Martin Skrtel claimed an equaliser with an emphatic late header against Arsenal yesterday.

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Dec 22nd 2014, 10:29 AM

# Optimism

'We've got to keep fighting' - Doak refusing to give up on Ulster's Champions Cup dream

The Ulster boss thinks his side still have a chance to progress.

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Dec 14th 2014, 10:30 PM

# Optimism

Liverpool can beat Manchester United again - Allen

The Wales international was involved as the Reds crashed out of the Champions League on Tuesday.

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Dec 11th 2014, 10:06 PM

# Optimism

Most Irish people think they could have more money in six months' time ...

… and at the very least think they won’t have any less money.

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Dec 9th 2014, 11:28 AM

# Optimism

Construction work was on the up again last month (and firms are hiring)

Some firms hired new staff to prepare for further growth in work.

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Dec 8th 2014, 9:20 AM

# Optimism

Luke Shaw to miss 'a few weeks' says Van Gaal while Falcao could feature against Hull

Argentine defender Marcos Rojo could also feature for Manchester United tomorrow.

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Nov 28th 2014, 7:57 PM

# Optimism

Ireland have nothing to fear against Germany - Robbie Keane

“There is no reason why we can’t go there and get something out of the game,” he said.

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Oct 12th 2014, 4:34 PM

# Optimism

Man United can still win Premier League title - Young

Louis van Gaal splashed the cash in the transfer window in a bid to revive the club’s fortunes.

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Sep 10th 2014, 11:53 AM

# Optimism

5 reasons why England will win the World Cup

The lack of great teams and more signs that the Three Lions will triumph.

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Jun 7th 2014, 6:45 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Do you have a more optimistic outlook now than before the election?

The make-up of many councils has drastically changed and there are new people off to Europe. Feel better?

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May 26th 2014, 9:20 AM

# Optimism

€2 billion budget cuts can be avoided* says ESRI

*If economic growth stays strong.

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Apr 11th 2014, 8:09 AM

# Vroom vroom

Good sign for 2014? Car sales zoom ahead by 33 per cent

SIMI says that the upsurge in car sales has brought a sense of optimism to dealerships.

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Feb 3rd 2014, 5:30 PM

# Optimism

Don't write off United in title race, says Alex Ferguson

United are languishing 14 points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal and face a battle just to finish in the top four.

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Jan 25th 2014, 12:10 AM

# Remember when

8 reasons you can't stop thinking about the joys of summer

Remember summer? Wasn’t it SO GREAT?

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Jan 21st 2014, 1:00 PM

# blinkered

9 reasons why Ireland can beat New Zealand on Sunday

We’ve been softening this particular Kiwi up for 108 years and now its ripe for the plucking.

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Nov 23rd 2013, 11:00 AM

# Positivity

25 good things that have happened since the last budget

No matter how grim things seem today, there are still good things ahead.

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Oct 15th 2013, 9:30 PM

# Optimism

The warm weather has been good for business, says IBEC

A group representing Irish businesses has said there are clear signs that the economy has picked up in recent months.

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Jul 29th 2013, 10:17 AM

# Optimism

Irish investors 'feeling more positive about global economic outlook'

Survey of RaboDirect customers shows upswing in confidence about their personal and global financial situation – but they are slightly less sure about the Irish economy.

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Jun 14th 2013, 6:05 AM

# Optimism

6 positives that can be taken from Ireland’s summer fixtures

The side’s recent games have ultimately been a worthwhile experience.

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Jun 12th 2013, 9:58 PM

# pic of the day

This photo sums up everything you need to know about Irish weather

No comment.

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May 10th 2013, 7:30 PM

# Optimism

Jose Bosingwa was laughing as he left the field today, despite QPR's relegation

The club’s manager, Harry Redknapp, also didn’t look too disappointed.

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Apr 28th 2013, 4:20 PM

# be grand

12 reasons Ireland is the world’s most optimistic country

No really, we are, research says it.

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Apr 24th 2013, 1:00 PM

# Optimism

Keith Wood 'impressed' with interviewees for Ireland job

The former Ireland star described how he was called by the IRFU “out of the blue”.

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Apr 23rd 2013, 9:00 AM

# Optimism

Rafa Benitez still thinks Chelsea will win at least one trophy this season

The Chelsea boss is remaining upbeat after yesterday’s defeat to Southampton.

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Mar 31st 2013, 11:23 AM

# Optimism

15 reasons to be cheerful about Trap staying on as Ireland manager

The Italian coach is here to stay, whether Irish fans like it or not.

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Oct 21st 2012, 8:00 AM

# Optimism

London 2012: 8 reasons why the Olympics will be awesome

There have been some less-than-glowing remarks made about the event of late, but here are some reasons to be positive.

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Jul 26th 2012, 11:00 AM

# Optimism

O'Driscoll expects heroism in Hamilton

The Ireland captain is determined to put the painful lessons of Christchurch to good use during his side’s final encounter with the All Blacks.

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Jun 17th 2012, 10:15 AM

# Optimism

No doubts for Guardiola ahead of Chelsea tie

Barcelona enter tonight’s Champions League fixture with Chelsea at risk of losing their third game in succession.

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Apr 24th 2012, 1:11 PM

# Optimism

Domenicali: Bahrain GP must proceed

Ferrari team principal Stefano Domenicali believes Formula One can help ease tensions in the troubled state by setting a positive example at this weekend’s Grand Prix.

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Apr 18th 2012, 11:29 AM