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Soccer
Last year
2025
On The 42Soccer
Heimir Hallgrímsson prepares to name Ireland squad for what could be last stand as boss
europa conference leagueFrom Tallaght to Athens, Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne return to European action
countdown to aviva
The FAI Cup winner who was forced to retire with arthritis but is now running marathons
Karl Sheppard enjoyed glory with Shamrock Rovers and Cork City but the 34-year-old is happier than ever without football.
On The 42Championship
Bazunu returns as Southampton end losing run in first match since Will Still sacking
Off the Mark
Republic of Ireland launch U17 World Cup campaign with dominant win
Jaden Umeh, Kian McMahon-Brown, Michael Noonan and Max Kovalevskis were all on target for Ireland.
Comment
With 22 of the world's best footballers on display, a man from Tyrone shone
Conor Bradley’s performance epitomised what was best about Liverpool against Real Madrid.
On The 42home comforts
Liverpool master Real Madrid on Alexander-Arnold's return
Alexis Mac Allister headed in the game’s only goal.
Luck of the Draw
Ireland to face France, Netherlands and Poland in 2027 World Cup qualifiers
Carla Ward’s side learned their group opponents in this afternoon’s draw in Nyon.
Explainer
Who to watch - and where to watch - as Ireland's trailblazers look to make history at U17 World Cup
The Boys in Green begin their campaign against Panama tomorrow.
PhibsboroughCouncil approves funding plans for Dalymount redevelopment - and construction could begin next year
ExplainerWho Ireland could get in tomorrow's World Cup qualifier draw (and the best- and worst-case scenarios)
End of the road'I’ve been lucky enough to live out my dream' - Former Ireland international Alan Judge retires
Nothing To See HereMicky van de Ven and Djed Spence apologise for actions after Chelsea defeat - Frank
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