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January 2023
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What has happened to Liverpool?
Jurgen Klopp’s men will be desperate for three points against Chelsea today after hitting new lows away to Brighton last weekend.
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Jan 21st 2023, 6:30 AM
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Is another Premier League club set to become a sportswashing project?
Qatar Sports Investments reportedly met with Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy last week.
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Updated Jan 13th 2023, 8:20 PM
Last month
December 2022
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Difficult spell for Gavin Bazunu but he has the temperament to come through it
The Irish international has had an uncertain start to his career at Southampton.
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Dec 27th 2022, 12:01 AM
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The bittersweet feeling of watching Lionel Messi
The 35-year-old fulfilled a lifelong ambition by winning the World Cup on Sunday, but some will have felt conflicted when observing the star in action.
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Dec 19th 2022, 8:30 AM
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Why England's latest World Cup exit feels at once familiar and unprecedented
Harry Kane’s penalty miss summed up a night in which France enjoyed the better fortune.
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Dec 12th 2022, 12:01 AM
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The big decision facing Gareth Southgate ahead of France showdown
England are aiming to win the World Cup for the first time since 1966.
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Dec 9th 2022, 7:30 AM
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The simple reason why Southgate is succeeding where past England managers failed
The Three Lions’ most successful coach since Alf Ramsey has received some recent criticism for his selections.
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Dec 1st 2022, 12:01 AM
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2022
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Watching English media cover their team through Irish eyes can be baffling - but it's far from an anomaly
Gareth Southgate has endured strong criticism of late for his approach to games.
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Nov 26th 2022, 9:00 AM
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Ronaldo only has himself to blame for ignominious Man United departure
The Red Devils confirmed the star’s departure on Tuesday evening.
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Nov 23rd 2022, 12:01 AM
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Groundhog day at the Aviva
It was another disappointing night for Stephen Kenny as Ireland suffered a 2-1 defeat at home to Norway.
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Updated Nov 18th 2022, 8:04 AM
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Has Cristiano Ronaldo changed or is it football that has moved on?
The Portuguese star has come under fire recently after refusing to come on against Tottenham.
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Oct 28th 2022, 2:00 PM
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Is the old Matt Doherty back?
The Irish star has started the last two Premier League matches for Tottenham.
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Oct 18th 2022, 12:00 PM
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Amber Barrett interview epitomises why sport matters
The Ireland striker paid an emotional tribute to the victimes of the Creeslough tragedy after the game.
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Oct 16th 2022, 9:00 AM
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For the first time, Liverpool will face Man City more in hope than expectation
Jurgen Klopp has been forced to reformat his side to deal with their depleted energy levels – the visit of City may come too soon for them.
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Oct 16th 2022, 7:30 AM
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Why Man City's beautiful brilliance is bad for football
Pep Guardiola’s side were far too good for their biggest rivals last weekend.
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Oct 8th 2022, 8:30 AM
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Man United's tactical dilemma ahead of City showdown
Is it too big a risk for Erik ten Hag to play both Christian Eriksen and Bruno Fernandes against the reigning champions?
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Oct 1st 2022, 6:30 AM
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Contrasting treatment of Kenny and Southgate shows football is more than just a results business
The reactions to the two managers are a window into their respective national team’s psyches, writes Paul Fennessy.
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Sep 28th 2022, 7:00 AM
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Is too much made of Ireland's lack of Premier League starters?
There were just two top-flight regulars in Stephen Kenny’s team to face Scotland.
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Sep 25th 2022, 8:45 AM
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Erling Haaland battle will be the latest test of Nathan Collins' true potential
As one of Ireland’s brightest hopes faces the most devastating striker in the Premier League, just how high is the Leixlip native’s glass ceiling?
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Sep 17th 2022, 6:00 AM
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Premier League fails to grasp football's true purpose with decision to postpone games
All of the weekend’s football in England has been called off, but other sports will play on.
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Updated Sep 10th 2022, 12:11 PM
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Crazy summer spending exposes the Premier League for the TV show that it is
Premier League clubs spent almost £2 billion between them over the summer.
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Sep 3rd 2022, 7:30 AM
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Perception matters as Brendan Rodgers finds passing of time could soon leave him behind
With Leicester City in a rut, games against Manchester United and Brighton this week provide stark reminder of how quickly tide can turn.
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Sep 1st 2022, 8:00 AM
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Cristiano Ronaldo dilemma contains echoes of Roy Keane's infamous Old Trafford exit
The Man United star was dropped for last Monday’s match with Liverpool.
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Aug 27th 2022, 8:30 AM
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Erik ten Hag already showing signs of struggle amid the Man United omnishambles
Can the former Ajax manager find success in a dysfunctional sporting strucutre?
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Aug 20th 2022, 3:08 PM
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No hiding place for Steven Gerrard as pressure intensifies at Aston Villa
Gerrard’s Villa started with a terrible loss to promoted Bournemouth, and he is under scrutiny having stripped Tyrone Mings of the captaincy.
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Aug 13th 2022, 7:30 AM
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Will the gamble of buying Erling Haaland backfire for Man City?
The Norwegian striker is unlike any other forwards City have signed,
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Updated Aug 5th 2022, 12:53 PM
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Ireland's man of the match wants more
21-year-old Nathan Collins shone in his side’s draw with Ukraine.
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Updated Jun 15th 2022, 8:33 AM
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History is likely to repeat itself on Sunday, but don't rule out final-day drama
While Manchester City and Liverpool would both be worthy Premier League champions, there could yet be a faller at the last, writes John Brewin.
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May 20th 2022, 3:02 PM
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Clubs embrace chaos as survival fight reaches a dramatic conclusion
Everton, Leeds United and Burnley all face relegation with varying degrees of consequence waiting for them.
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May 6th 2022, 3:15 PM
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Gerrard has failed to inspire at Aston Villa but surely he will avoid relegation catastrophe?
“I’m concerned about Villa every minute of every day and I’ll continue to be concerned and focused for every minute moving forward.”
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Apr 29th 2022, 4:00 PM
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Ten Hag's power will only diminish from this point, it's why he must be decisive
Time is already against the new Manchester United manager if he is to be successful at Old Trafford, but so much is still out of his hands.
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Apr 22nd 2022, 4:00 PM
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Do Pep and Klopp really need a Treble to surpass Ferguson's achievements?
Man City and Liverpool meet in the FA Cup semi-final, and it will see one club’s hopes of matching United’s historic success of 1999 come to an end.
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Apr 15th 2022, 12:00 PM
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Believe the hype - Sunday's showdown could ultimately decide the title race
Man City host Liverpool in a top-of-the-table clash, with both sides in superb form.
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Apr 8th 2022, 7:54 PM
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England tried to destroy Beckham, now United fans must stand by Maguire
Hearing Old Trafford back their captain could also be the catalyst for a turning point in what has been a disastrous 10-month spell in his club career,
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Apr 1st 2022, 4:00 PM
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Ireland's most-talked-about hot prospect delivers on the big stage
Troy Parrott came off the bench to rescue the Boys in Green and prevent a familiar failure.
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Mar 30th 2022, 12:12 PM
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How the Super League, Smith-Rowe and status quo fuels simmering rivalry
Aston Villa host Arsenal tomorrow with the Villa Park hierarchy knowing they must halt Gunners’ Champions League charge.
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Mar 18th 2022, 7:00 AM
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The patronising commentary around Roy Keane needs to stop
The Corkonian made headlines again for his criticisms of Man United after their defeat by City.
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Updated Mar 11th 2022, 3:02 PM
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Is Roman Abramovich the most influential figure in Premier League history?
The Russian oligarch announced he was selling Chelsea earlier this week.
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Mar 4th 2022, 8:10 PM
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Has Man United's Cristiano Ronaldo gamble failed?
The Portuguese star has shone individually, but his team are going backwards.
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Feb 18th 2022, 2:44 PM
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To succeed as a manager, Roy Keane must show that the perception is not the reality
The Man United legend reportedly turned down the chance to become Sunderland manager earlier this week.
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