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# Tough act to follow

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Familiarity with Real Madrid an advantage, says Lopetegui as he fills Zizou's shoes

Given he has already worked for the club as a player and coach of ‘B’ team, Lopetegui believes he has a head start.

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Jul 16th 2018, 10:48 PM

Ephie Fitzgerald has been given the task of following one of the most successful managers in GAA history

The former Clare selector will take over from Eamonn Ryan as manager of the Cork ladies footballers.

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Jan 26th 2016, 11:32 AM