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Eddie Howe under pressure to keep Newcastle on upward trajectory
The Magpies, for all of their spending and progress, still go into tonight’s game a point behind opponents Manchester United.
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November 2023
VAR has inhibited goal celebrations - this is the worst of its many crimes
Getting rid of the technology would lead to more incorrect decisions, but this is a price worth paying.
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Nov 7th 2023, 7:12 PM
What does Spurs' dramatic turnaround say about Man United?
Manager Erik ten Hag has found himself under pressure after a series of disappointing results.
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Nov 4th 2023, 8:30 AM
October
October 2023
Marcus Rashford the epitome of Man United's unpredictability
The Red Devils face a big test against the reigning Premier League champions later today.
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Oct 29th 2023, 6:30 AM
Has Ireland's attack dramatically improved in the post-Vera Pauw era?
The Katie McCabe-inspired hosts outclassed Albania at Tallaght Stadium last night.
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Oct 28th 2023, 2:34 AM
Is it set to be the most open Premier League title race in years?
Man City are showing signs of vulnerability and were beaten by rivals Arsenal just before the international break.
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Oct 20th 2023, 12:00 PM
Gibraltar win gives a glimpse of what might have been under Stephen Kenny
Mikey Johnston — a player the manager could have done with earlier in his reign — impressed on his full debut.
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Oct 17th 2023, 7:30 AM
Last night's game felt like the end of an era
A demoralising defeat by Greece at the Aviva Stadium left Ireland clinging to the faint possibility of progression to Euro 2024 via the playoffs.
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Oct 14th 2023, 9:00 AM
De Zerbi must prove against Liverpool that Brighton have not been figured out
Brighton host Liverpool on Sunday, and De Zerbi says his side are playing at only 30% of their potential.
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Oct 6th 2023, 1:42 PM
Liverpool were hard done by, but their inflammatory response was irresponsible
The Reds had a legitimate goal ruled out against Tottenham on Saturday.
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Oct 2nd 2023, 6:23 PM
September
September 2023
Social media rabbit hole re-opens old wounds and debate for Irish stars
The Premier League relegation zone currently houses internationals still looking for first win of season.
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Sep 30th 2023, 7:00 AM
Postecoglou an antidote to all that’s wrong with the Premier League
The new Spurs boss is proving to be a success on and off the pitch.
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Sep 22nd 2023, 5:30 PM
Are Man United suffering from giving the manager too much power?
A poor start has seen the Red Devils lose three of their opening five Premier League matches ahead of tonight’s Champions League clash with Bayern Munich.
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Sep 20th 2023, 6:30 AM
Is the FAI's indecision harming Irish football?
The association this week confirmed that Stephen Kenny’s position as manager will be reviewed in November.
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Sep 17th 2023, 6:30 AM
Maguire and Richarlison sagas highlight the good and bad of modern football
Both Premier League stars endured a torrid time during the latest international break.
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Sep 16th 2023, 8:30 AM
Stephen Kenny may go but his principles must remain
Last night’s defeat to Netherlands has led to question marks surrounding the coach’s future.
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Sep 11th 2023, 7:00 AM
Stephen Kenny's Ireland tenure beginning to feel doomed
A loss to the Netherlands on Sunday will effectively end the Boys in Green’s hopes of automatic qualification for the Euros.
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Sep 8th 2023, 8:00 AM
Irish stars suffering in Premier League limbo
Troy Parrott, Caoimhin Kelleher and Jeff Hendrick are among the players to have found opportunities hard to come by with their parent clubs.
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Sep 1st 2023, 7:31 PM
This year
2023
5 problems Erik ten Hag needs to solve
Man United have got their Premier League campaign off to an unconvincing start amid problems on and off the field.
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Aug 25th 2023, 6:15 AM
Still far too early to be comparing Ferguson with Kane
The Ireland international has been linked with a big-money move after opening his account for the season on Saturday.
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Aug 18th 2023, 2:00 PM
Liam Brady's RTÉ departure marks the end of a certain style of punditry
The Ireland legend worked on his final show during the latest international window.
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Jun 25th 2023, 7:30 PM
Irish football must decide on its identity before making a call on the manager
Stephen Kenny’s future has been the subject of much discussion after another sub-par international window.
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Jun 20th 2023, 8:00 AM
Stephen Kenny the easy scapegoat amid Irish football's delusions of grandeur
The Boys in Green suffered a demoralising defeat in Greece last night.
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Jun 17th 2023, 10:00 AM
Still no mention of elephant in the room as Man City close in on treble
As expected, Pep Guardiola’s men overcame United in Saturday’s FA Cup final.
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Jun 4th 2023, 12:01 AM
Despair but no shame for Man United in defeat to their much-superior rivals
United got their approach right but had too many technically inferior players in a 2-1 FA Cup final loss to Manchester City.
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Jun 3rd 2023, 5:55 PM
The key decision facing Ten Hag as Man United bid to end City's treble hopes
The Red Devils are considerable underdogs against Pep Guardiola’s men this afternoon.
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Jun 3rd 2023, 9:00 AM
Lack of match sharpness a worry in Irish squad picked for Greece and Gibraltar qualifiers
Stephen Kenny’s 25-man squad for this month’s double-header of games was announced today.
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Jun 1st 2023, 6:09 PM
This Man City side won't be remembered as fondly as United's treble winners
Pep Guardiola’s side remain on course to win three trophies this season.
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May 20th 2023, 8:00 AM
Is the Premier League becoming Ligue 1?
Treble hopefuls Man City look set to claim a fifth title in six seasons after Arsenal’s slip up against Brighton today.
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May 15th 2023, 12:59 AM
Frustrating times for Ireland's great Premier League hopes
Gavin Bazunu and Nathan Collins have had spells out of their respective first teams recently
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May 12th 2023, 6:49 PM
Big Sam's return the latest episode in the dumbest Premier League season ever
Allardyce’s return exposes Leeds as having no plan, one of many clubs to have completely lost their way this season.
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May 5th 2023, 12:19 PM
Season of triumph and woe a reminder of football's fickle nature for Ireland's shining lights
Evan Ferguson and Nathan Collins have experienced contrasting fortunes following managerial changes.
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Apr 29th 2023, 6:30 AM
Evan Ferguson better off ignoring Man United advances for now
The 18-year-old Irish striker has enjoyed a hugely impressive season with Brighton.
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Apr 22nd 2023, 9:00 AM
Shades of Brentford debacle as Man United implode again
A disappointing display saw the Red Devils knocked out of Europe by Sevilla.
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Apr 20th 2023, 11:51 PM
Toothless Chelsea's €350 million worth of benchwarmers says it all
A season of chaos and excess for the English side effectively ended on a fitting note tonight.
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Apr 18th 2023, 10:37 PM
The unsung hero of Man United's renaissance
Christian Eriksen has made a timely return as Man United bid to secure Champions League football.
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Apr 17th 2023, 12:01 AM
The astonishing ineptitude of Premier League giants
Several high-profile English clubs have had poor seasons on and off the field.
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Apr 14th 2023, 2:00 PM
The biggest myth of the Stephen Kenny era was exposed last night
Ireland can no longer be considered all style and no substance, writes Paul Fennessy.
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Mar 28th 2023, 6:30 AM
Duff's Shelbourne impress with Mourinho-esque display
Stephen Bradley’s Shamrock Rovers were left frustrated at Tolka Park on Friday night.
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Mar 12th 2023, 6:00 AM
Are Manchester United back?
The Red Devils won the first trophy of the Erik ten Hag era last weekend and face another big test at Liverpool today.
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