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# Talking Points

This week
3rd December 2023 - 6th December 2023
Spurs' bravery is vindicated, Liverpool benefit from falling behind, and ripped-off TV viewers
Plus – are Man City finally showing signs of complacency?
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Last week
26th November 2023 - 2nd December 2023
New faces in Leinster, a novel Cork-Kerry final, football bravery in Ulster
Provincial final pairings were confirmed over the weekend.
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2.3k
Nov 27th 2023, 6:34 PM
Last month
November 2023
6 GAA club storylines to look out for this weekend
Key games this weekend in Munster, Leinster and Ulster.
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1.6k
Nov 25th 2023, 6:00 AM
Arsenal's whinging goes OTT and Harry Maguire becomes United's MVP
Meanwhile, Chiedozie Ogbene shows he belongs at Premier League level as Liverpool were proved to be a work in progress.
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Nov 6th 2023, 11:44 AM
August
August 2023
Change, drama, and Ireland's involvement: Five thoughts on the Women's World Cup
Spain are the champions of the world after a thrilling tournament in Australia and New Zealand.
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1.2k
Aug 21st 2023, 7:30 PM
Spain brilliance, England regret and what next after thrilling World Cup
La Roja are the new world champions.
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1.4k
Aug 20th 2023, 7:30 PM
Dublin's first-half storm, more heartbreak for Kerry and Tyrrell's crowning moment
The Sky Blues reigned supreme in front of 45,326 fans at Croke Park today.
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Aug 13th 2023, 8:38 PM
Cork's scoring burst, Waterford's misfortunes and breaking the top-three barrier
Cork emerged as emphatic champions to collect their 29th All-Ireland title.
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1.9k
Aug 7th 2023, 4:23 PM
Debuts, tune ups, depth tests, and Ireland's last chancers
Virtually every selection for the Italy clash is a talking point in itself.
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Aug 3rd 2023, 7:59 PM
This year
2023
Kerry pushed to the limit, Derry's huge regrets and impact of the benches
A look at some of the key talking points in Croke Park yesterday.
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3.5k
Jul 17th 2023, 1:27 PM
Dublin's powerful finish, Monaghan's bravery and the class of star players
A look at some of the big talking points yesterday in Croke Park.
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5.2k
Jul 16th 2023, 9:32 AM
Defiant Kilkenny reach final, Clare's missed chance, the TJ-Cody double act
Kilkenny saw off Clare 1-25 to 1-22 in Croke Park yesterday.
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Jul 10th 2023, 6:00 AM
Playing under protest, Meath's response and Aherne returns for Dublin
It was a dramatic weekend in the LGFA All-Ireland senior championship.
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Jun 26th 2023, 11:46 AM
Cork kick on again, Rossies hit by last 12 exit and bench impacts are key
A look at some key talking points from yesterday’s tie in Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
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Jun 25th 2023, 7:30 AM
Setback for Mayo, a major moment for Cork, and two scoring stars dominate
Some of the key talking points after yesterday’s showdown in Limerick.
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Jun 19th 2023, 6:00 AM
Kerry need to help Clifford, Rossies in a shootout and Dubs on the road
A defining day of football action awaits.
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Jun 18th 2023, 7:00 AM
Limerick the masters of tight games, Clare's missed chance and Gillane the scoring star
A look at some of the key tlaking points from yesterday’s Munster decider.
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Jun 12th 2023, 12:29 PM
Kerry relief after win, Cork improvement and another Clifford scoring show
Kerry claimed a 1-14 to 0-15 victory in a game that delivered talking points.
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Jun 5th 2023, 9:39 AM
Red card blues, Tyrone's love of O'Neill and Unlucky Geezer
A game that might not have set the championship alight, but it tees up an incredible closing weekend, we look at the major talking points emerging from Tyrone V Armagh
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Jun 4th 2023, 7:00 AM
Limerick's brilliant resolve, champions back in form and Cork's attacking stars
A frenetic afternoon provided plenty talking points.
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7.4k
May 29th 2023, 7:40 PM
On the brink - how did Wexford hurlers end up fighting to stay in Leinster?
Darragh Egan’s side will be playing for their survival in the senior ranks this weekend.
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5.7k
May 24th 2023, 5:00 PM
What key themes emerged for Mayo and Kerry after Saturday in Killarney?
Mayo won out by five points in Fitzgerald Stadium.
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5.5k
May 22nd 2023, 7:30 PM
TJ v Horgan scoring battle, Limerick seek response and Wexford backlash
A huge weekend of hurling action awaits in Leinster and Munster.
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4.2k
May 20th 2023, 7:30 AM
Blockbuster start? 'Neutral' venue headaches? - All-Ireland football draw talking points
Today’s group stage draw sparks plenty debate.
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11.8k
May 2nd 2023, 6:18 PM
Kerry start out, second best in Leinster and Armagh's nine-year itch
Kingdom dream it all up again.
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Apr 22nd 2023, 6:00 AM
Will the Brewster Park pitch be the 'great leveller'? Weekend GAA talking points
Can this weekend’s fixture list, with no top-level hurling and just two big games in football, really be considered smart scheduling?
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3.7k
Apr 14th 2023, 12:23 PM
More Cavan silverware, McEntee sees off McConville and Red Óg Murphy tribute
Six talking points from yesterday’s Allianz football league final double-header at a rain-soaked Croke Park.
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3.8k
Apr 2nd 2023, 7:30 AM
A sombre meeting for Offaly and Tipp, Kerry's form and Meath seek response
Some key matches this afternoon in the Allianz Football League.
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6.2k
Mar 18th 2023, 7:30 AM
Smallbone sparkles, Doherty's lack of minutes, and no worries about Bazunu
Some of the talking points from Stephen Kenny’s squad announcement for the Euro 2024 qualifier against France.
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5.8k
Mar 17th 2023, 6:00 AM
Baird unleashed, Gibson-Park's vision, Henshaw's experience at 13
Andy Farrell will be hugely relieved to be able to start Dan Sheehan and Caelan Doris.
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Mar 16th 2023, 4:10 PM
Dublin aim for promotion and Waterford-Kilkenny showdown: Allianz League talking points
There are plenty key matches to look forward to this weekend.
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Mar 14th 2023, 4:51 PM
Murray starts at scrum-half, Ringrose's defence, Aki gets the nod at 12
Tighthead prop Furlong’s return is timely.
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11.8k
Mar 10th 2023, 2:24 PM
Ireland's midfield, Italy must build on promise and Bealham injury blow
The42′s rugby writers look back at the key talking points from Saturday’s game in Rome.
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10.4k
Feb 27th 2023, 8:00 AM
Bundee back at 12, Casey's chance, Coombes misses out
Ireland will be without captain Johnny Sexton on the pitch at the Stadio Olimpico.
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Updated
Feb 23rd 2023, 5:06 PM
Mayo off the mark against Meath, Kerry's statement win and Donegal in danger
It was another fascinating weekend of Lidl Ladies National Football League action.
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4.3k
Feb 20th 2023, 7:00 PM
Ireland's talent runs deep, Doris's Tour de Force, and Farrell's personal touch
Ireland cemented their place as the number one side in the world in a Six Nations classic at the Aviva Stadium.
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15.3k
Feb 12th 2023, 6:15 AM
Lyng v Cahill tactics, Limerick's returning stars, and Fitzgibbon Cup headaches
Three talking points ahead of the weekend’s Allianz Hurling League action.
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4.6k
Feb 11th 2023, 6:00 AM
What went wrong for Matt Doherty at Spurs?
Both Man City and Tottenham had high-profile full-back departures during the week ahead of their clash today.
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11.8k
Feb 5th 2023, 7:00 AM
Can Galway and Kerry stay perfect, Cork-Dublin rivalry and growing frustration
There’s four big Division 1 ladies football league fixtures down for decision this Bank Holiday weekend.
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2.3k
Feb 4th 2023, 7:30 AM
Dublin and Derry favourites, Cork's next step and aim for new managers
The second tier action commences tomorrow.
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Jan 27th 2023, 12:00 PM
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