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Soccer

This week
7th June 2026 - 10th June 2026
2026 world cup
Meet the World Cup Freemasons: 'We are a group based on trust. Profiteering is not allowed'
The 42 speaks to some of the fans from around the globe who are in football’s most coveted circle.
David Sneyd
7 Jun
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LFG
‘This is winner takes all. Everyone's beatable’ - Ireland’s French test for World Cup utopia
7 Jun
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Last week
31st May 2026 - 6th June 2026
one nil
Harry Kane goal hands England victory over New Zealand in World Cup warm-up
6 Jun
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Top Bins
Robinson hits screamer as Germany beat US 2-1 in co-hosts' final World Cup warm-up
6 Jun
2.6k
2
Friendly
'We asked the players to show character' - Ireland U21s bounce back to draw with Croatia
6 Jun
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immediate effect
David Sullivan steps down as West Ham chairman to fight historic allegations
6 Jun
2.9k
Injury blow
Germany starlet Lennart Karl ruled out of World Cup
6 Jun
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Friendly
After tale of two halves, Ireland leave 'richer and deeper than we were before'
6 Jun
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Rebel Roar
'I don't know what it is about Cork': Ireland strengthen World Cup bid at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
6 Jun
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All Square
Ogbene's goal grabs draw for Ireland against World Cup finalists Canada
A Jake O’Brien own goal had seen Heimir Hallgrimsson’s side fall behind in the first half.
6 Jun
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Reaction
Carla Ward: Ireland can beat France and qualify directly for the World Cup
5 Jun
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Qualifier
Alexia Putellas’ brace dents England’s bid for automatic World Cup qualification
5 Jun
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coygig
Ireland keep automatic World Cup qualification hopes alive with famous Dutch win
A landmark result for Carla Ward’s side at Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
Emma Duffy
Reports from Páirc Uí Chaoimh
5 Jun
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Dutch Gold
Michael Noonan in advanced talks to join Ajax from Shamrock Rovers
It’s understood the Dutch club is now the teenager’s preferred destination.
5 Jun
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Minute-by-Minute
Republic of Ireland earn 3-2 win over the Netherlands in World Cup qualifier
5 Jun
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It's quiziness time
Know your sport? Take our weekly quiz
5 Jun
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Premier League
Tottenham sign former Liverpool defender Andy Robertson on free transfer
5 Jun
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Best of the best
Arsenal trio make shortlist for PFA Men’s Player of the Year award
5 Jun
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match preview
Ireland dare to dream as World Cup qualifying intensifies at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Carla Ward’s side welcome Netherlands to Cork this evening.
Emma Duffy
5 Jun
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Friendly
Jake O'Brien: Coleman class, Leaving Cert days, and World Cup motivation
5 Jun
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Crossing the line
'For any parent, seeing a lot of abuse thrown their child’s way is difficult to see'
5 Jun
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world cup warm-ups
France booed off as Amad Diallo gives Ivory Coast shock win
4 Jun
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Supporters Group
Green Brigade declare opposition to Robbie Keane Celtic links
4 Jun
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Premier League
Andoni Iraola announced as new Liverpool head coach
The 43-year-old former Bournemouth boss takes over from Arne Slot.
4 Jun
3.8k
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No Luck
Evan Ferguson emerges as injury doubt for Nations League
4 Jun
3.0k
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Nations League
FAI board to meet this evening to discuss options for Ireland-Israel fixtures
4 Jun
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5
Power Plays
Man City consider legal action after Real Madrid presidential hopeful promises Haaland signing
Updated 4 Jun
5.0k
10
new kop idol
Andoni Iraola arrives in Liverpool to become new head coach
4 Jun
2.6k
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No regrets
'I need to put myself first': McCabe on joining Chelsea from rivals Arsenal
The Republic of Ireland captain has sealed a move to the Blues after almost 11 years with the Gunners.
4 Jun
1.7k
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RIP
Former Chelsea and Cork Celtic player Bobby Tambling dies aged 84
4 Jun
1.7k
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son of a preacher man
'In my family I'm probably the loudest one' - Abankwah learning to use his voice with Ireland
4 Jun
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Adaptation
'I'm stuck now trying to speak French with a Donegal accent'
4 Jun
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bring it on
Seven days to go – here are seven World Cup storylines to look out for
4 Jun
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clean sheet
Luca Zidane, son of Zinedine, stars as Algeria sucker-punch Netherlands in World Cup warm up
3 Jun
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fitting in
'I think I've grown a good bit since I went to Spurs. I'm in a good place, I'm happy'
3 Jun
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Soccer
World Cup on the box: Pundits, commentators, referee experts and food aficionados
3 Jun
2.4k
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Pot Luck
FAI Cup second round draw pairs holders Shamrock Rovers with Cork City
3 Jun
1.5k
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Transfer News
Rasmus Hojlund leaves Man United in €44 million deal
3 Jun
5.2k
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transition
A few weeks ago, she submitted her college thesis. Now she’s representing Ireland
3 Jun
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Friendlies
Romelu Lukaku makes Belgium return with 'ideal' goal in win over Croatia
2 Jun
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