# Permutations

This year

2023

# Permutations

What do each Munster and Leinster hurling side need in final two weekends?

The race is on to reach the All-Ireland series.

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May 18th 2023, 3:01 PM

# Permutations

Here's what the Irish provinces need heading into final round of URC fixtures

All four provinces are in action as the URC reaches the final round of regular season fixtures.

9.1k

Apr 21st 2023, 3:13 PM

# Permutations

Donegal-Mayo relegation shootout, mid-table Meath and league final dress rehearsal

Here’s a look at the permutations ahead of final round of the Lidl Ladies National Football Leagues.

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Mar 23rd 2023, 4:56 PM

# Permutations

Explainer - Here's what's at stake for final round of GAA football leagues

There is still plenty at stake across all four divisions.

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Mar 20th 2023, 12:49 PM

Last year

2022

# Closer Look

To the wire - The four-way title race in the Women's National League

The penultimate round of fixtures are down for decision today.

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Oct 22nd 2022, 9:30 AM

# Permutations

Disappointment for Ireland as Ukraine beat Armenia

The result means Stephen Kenny’s side can no longer finish top of their Nations League group.

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Sep 24th 2022, 4:02 PM

# Permutations

A play-off for the play-offs: Breaking down Ireland's possible path to the World Cup

Vera Pauw’s side welcome Finland to Tallaght Stadium on Thursday night as part of a decisive double-header.

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Aug 30th 2022, 8:00 PM

# Permutations

Here are Shamrock Rovers' potential opponents in today's Europa Conference League draw

Rovers will learn their fate in the draw later today.

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Aug 26th 2022, 6:00 AM

# Closer Look

What's at stake in the All-Ireland ladies senior championship this weekend?

The picture will become much clearer after the final round of group games on Saturday.

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Jun 24th 2022, 7:35 AM

# Closer Look

What's next as Ireland chase World Cup dream?

Vera Pauw’s Girls In Green have three group games remaining, with a convoluted play-off route down the line should they progress.

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Updated

Apr 14th 2022, 10:12 PM

All time

# Qualifier

A huge day for Irish women's rugby as Ireland aim for World Cup spot

Adam Griggs’ side face Scotland in Italy at 5pm.

4.6k

Sep 25th 2021, 6:00 AM

# Ladies Football

Closer look: The state of play of the TG4 All-Ireland senior football championship

Four-in-a-row chasing Dublin are the only team to have booked a semi-final spot. Who will join them this weekend?

8.2k

Nov 11th 2020, 4:24 PM

# Permutations

Here's what Ireland need to win the Six Nations after England's victory in Rome

Eddie Jones’ men scored five tries but didn’t have it all their own way.

16.9k

Oct 31st 2020, 6:53 PM

# Permutations

Thrilling finale in store for Irish players in the race for the Premier League

One of West Bromwich Albion, Brentford or Fulham will be promoted to the English top flight this evening.

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Jul 22nd 2020, 8:34 AM

# Permutations

Here's the state of play as 2020 hurling league set for knockout stages

Clare, Wexford and Kilkenny have all booked places in the knockout stages.

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Mar 2nd 2020, 10:42 AM

# Permutations

The 4 teams Ireland could face in the Euro 2020 play-offs

Northern Ireland, Wales, Bosnia and Slovakia all may lie ahead.

43.8k

Nov 19th 2019, 12:00 PM

# Permutations

Here's how Ireland could still qualify for Euro 2020 if they lose to Denmark

The Boys in Green are likely to get another chance even if they fall short at the Aviva Stadium next month.

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Oct 16th 2019, 1:14 PM

# Permutations

Here's what Ireland now need to do to qualify for Euro 2020

The Boys in Green will now almost certainly have to beat either Denmark or Switzerland in their final two games.

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Oct 12th 2019, 7:50 PM

# Permutations

Any win over Samoa will all-but secure quarter-final berth for Ireland

But there is still a scenario in which Scotland can storm back and qualify alongside Japan to knock Ireland out at the pool stage.

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Oct 3rd 2019, 8:05 PM

# Permutations

Here's what Ireland now need to do to qualify for the 2020 Euros

The Boys in Green have just three group games left.

14.8k

Sep 6th 2019, 6:15 AM

# Permutations

The best and worst-case scenarios for Ireland in the Euro 2020 draw

The Boys in Green will go into December’s draw in Dublin as third seeds.

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Nov 21st 2018, 5:30 AM

# Explainer

How Ireland could lose all of their Euro 2020 group qualifiers and still qualify for Euro 2020

Despite last night’s setback, there is a long way to go yet as the Boys in Green seek qualification.

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Oct 17th 2018, 3:36 PM

# Permutations

Messi and Argentina's World Cup hopes are still alive - here's how they can progress

Nigeria’s win over Iceland has boosted the hopes of Jorge Sampaoli’s side.

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Jun 22nd 2018, 8:01 PM

# rocky road to france

Explainer: How Ireland can still qualify for the 2019 World Cup

Their bid to reach a first-ever major tournament took a hit last night, but it can still be done.

17.9k

Apr 11th 2018, 5:11 PM

# Permutations

Playoff picture: What your province needs from the final rounds of the Pro14

There’s knockout rugby and Champions Cup places at stake as the provinces move into the endgame of the Pro14.

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Apr 5th 2018, 11:28 AM

# Permutations

The Champions League knockout stage draw is set to throw up some very juicy ties

We’ll find out the details on 11 December.

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Dec 7th 2017, 12:45 AM

# Permutations

6 points and one of these 3 scenarios occurring could help Ireland qualify for the 2018 World Cup

The Boys in Green face a crucial few days as Group D approaches its climax.

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Oct 4th 2017, 12:00 PM

# Permutations

As it stands: Just how bad does it look for the Republic of Ireland?

Qualification is still possible but even two wins from the final two games may not be enough.

14.5k

Sep 5th 2017, 10:46 PM

# Permutations

As it stands: how the Champions League group-stage draw is shaping up

Celtic will be keeping a very close eye on how things develop at Anfield tomorrow night.

11.1k

Aug 22nd 2017, 10:29 PM

# Permutations

Irish sides discover potential Europa League third-round opponents

Trips to Macedonia, Belarus, Kazakhstan and Albania are all possible destinations for Cork City and Shamrock Rovers.

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Jul 14th 2017, 1:21 PM

# Permutations

Explained: What needs to happen for Champions League spots to be decided by a play-off

It’s not exactly straightforward.

7.8k

May 17th 2017, 5:53 PM

# Permutations

How many more points do Ireland now need to secure World Cup qualification?

At the halfway point the Boys in Green find themselves joint-top of Group D.

23.4k

Mar 26th 2017, 8:15 AM

# Permutations

Here's what your province needs to happen in the decisive Champions Cup pool matches

We broke out the calculators and a crystal ball to clarify what you should be rooting for over the next fortnight.

45.5k

Jan 7th 2017, 8:09 PM

# Numbers Game

Permutations: What needs to happen for Dundalk to make the knockout stages

A second place finish in Group D of the Europa League is still possible, but they need a big favour from Zenit in Holland.

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Nov 25th 2016, 10:44 AM

# Permutations

Serbia-Wales draw completes perfect day for Group D leaders Ireland

Gareth Bale’s powerful strike from the edge of the area was not enough to earn his side a victory.

12.1k

Nov 12th 2016, 9:42 PM

# Permutations

There was a favourable result for Dundalk in the other game in Group D tonight

The Lilywhites’ superior head-to-head record means they currently sit second.

5.6k

Nov 3rd 2016, 10:28 PM

# Permutations

Australia beat Argentina to seal title for All Blacks

The Wallabies led 21-6 at half-time in Perth and Will Genia ran in two tries.

7.3k

Sep 17th 2016, 2:01 PM

# Permutations

Annalise Murphy will be guaranteed a medal if the sailing is cancelled again tomorrow

The Dubliner could also claim at least a bronze by finishing in the top five on Tuesday.

8.2k

Aug 15th 2016, 11:35 PM

# Permutations

How many millions do Dundalk stand to earn from further European progress?

Their recent run means the League of Ireland side are guaranteed at least €1 million.

23.8k

Aug 1st 2016, 2:32 PM

# Permutations

Here's who Ireland could face if they qualify for the last-16

The Boys in Green will need to worry about the difficult task of beating Italy first.

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Jun 22nd 2016, 12:00 PM