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José Mourinho hails ‘genius’ Nemanja Matic

José Mourinho hails ‘genius’ Nemanja Matic

Manchester United boss says world record €222m fee for Neymar is ‘not expensive’

Thu Aug 03 2017 - 09:35
Real business beckons after Man United’s brief Dublin cameo

Real business beckons after Man United’s brief Dublin cameo

Matic made his debut in red at a packed out Aviva Stadium as pre-season came to an end

Wed Aug 02 2017 - 21:54
Confirmed: South African sides to join expanded Pro 14

Confirmed: South African sides to join expanded Pro 14

Cheetahs and Southern Kings will take part in new competition with two conferences

Tue Aug 01 2017 - 10:04
Ciaran Clark relishing imminent return to top flight

Ciaran Clark relishing imminent return to top flight

Big season beckons for Newcastle defender – with a possible World Cup duty as a bonus

Sat Jul 22 2017 - 01:00
Rafael Benítez back in the big time with Newcastle

Rafael Benítez back in the big time with Newcastle

Spaniard adored in northeast England, and this was a big factor in him signing new deal

Wed Jul 19 2017 - 07:00
The New Zealand press react: Romain, you plonker!

The New Zealand press react: Romain, you plonker!

Referee bears the brunt of criticism after Eden Park decider turns into ‘French farce’

Sat Jul 08 2017 - 15:51
New Zealand media’s barbs at the Lions nothing new

New Zealand media’s barbs at the Lions nothing new

Warren Gatland’s tourists not the first and won’t be the last to be derided down under

Fri Jul 07 2017 - 15:19
New Zealand press react: SBW ban sparks rare selection debate

New Zealand press react: SBW ban sparks rare selection debate

Kiwi media address Hansen’s midfield quandry with Gatland the weekend winner

Mon Jul 03 2017 - 07:00
The New Zealand press react: ‘This was not a fair fight’

The New Zealand press react: ‘This was not a fair fight’

Kiwi media particularly scathing of Sonny Bill Williams after second Test loss to Lions

Sat Jul 01 2017 - 13:43
No Haka, but Cabinteely and New Zealand throw up seven goals

No Haka, but Cabinteely and New Zealand throw up seven goals

Leeds United striker Chris Wood scores twice for the All Whites, kitted out in all black

Tue Jun 06 2017 - 21:57
Ireland 3 Uruguay 1: Ireland player ratings

Ireland 3 Uruguay 1: Ireland player ratings

Martin O’Neill’s men warm-up for key Austria clash with friendly win over Uruguay

Sun Jun 04 2017 - 20:40
Kiwi press react: Lions reach  ‘unimaginable levels of mediocrity’

Kiwi press react: Lions reach ‘unimaginable levels of mediocrity’

New Zealand media deliver scathing verdict on tourists after narrow opening victory

Sat Jun 03 2017 - 13:18
Lions 2017: The Super Rugby sides waiting for a crack at the tourists

Lions 2017: The Super Rugby sides waiting for a crack at the tourists

Warren Gatland’s side must face all five of New Zealand’s red hot domestic franchises

Mon May 29 2017 - 08:00
Billy Vunipola ready for a career defining month

Billy Vunipola ready for a career defining month

Saracens number eight going for club glory on two fronts before Lions tour New Zealand

Sun May 07 2017 - 16:14
Irish Lions: Ireland set for healthy representation in 2017

Irish Lions: Ireland set for healthy representation in 2017

Gatland names 37-man squad on Wednesday with plenty of home players in contention

Mon Apr 17 2017 - 08:30
Ballybofey’s Paul McCormack wins second US Blind Golf Open

Ballybofey’s Paul McCormack wins second US Blind Golf Open

A former member of the NYPD, his eyesight deteriorated working in the wake of 9/11

Mon Apr 10 2017 - 17:51
Martin O’Neill calls Ronald Koeman ‘master of blame game’

Martin O’Neill calls Ronald Koeman ‘master of blame game’

Ireland manager has responded to claims that he didn’t protect James McCarthy

Fri Mar 31 2017 - 21:33
Neil Taylor not a ‘deliberately dirty player’: Welsh press react

Neil Taylor not a ‘deliberately dirty player’: Welsh press react

Qualification still realistic for Chris Coleman’s side but they must do it the hard way

Sat Mar 25 2017 - 12:30
Thursday’s sporting guide: What’s on, where to watch and who to bet on

Thursday’s sporting guide: What’s on, where to watch and who to bet on

Mullins can get his Cheltenham Festival up and running, Man United take on Rostov

Thu Mar 16 2017 - 08:41
Wednesday’s sporting guide: What’s on, where to watch and who to bet on

Wednesday’s sporting guide: What’s on, where to watch and who to bet on

The limitless Douvan is set for Champion Chase glory on day two at Cheltenham

Wed Mar 15 2017 - 08:00
Champion Tuesday: What's on, where to watch and who to bet on

Champion Tuesday: What's on, where to watch and who to bet on

It’s Champion Day at the Cheltenham Festival while the Champions League resumes

Tue Mar 14 2017 - 08:00
Six Nations 2017: Round four team of the week

Six Nations 2017: Round four team of the week

England and Wales predicatbly dominate after Championship’s penultimate weekend

Mon Mar 13 2017 - 17:56
What to watch, where to go, who to bet on – your guide to the weekend’s sport

What to watch, where to go, who to bet on – your guide to the weekend’s sport

Ireland face Wales in a huge clash under the roof in Cardiff while Tipp face Kilkenny

Fri Mar 10 2017 - 12:00
‘Pace, power and precision’: Welsh press look ahead to Ireland visit

‘Pace, power and precision’: Welsh press look ahead to Ireland visit

Superior try-scoring record gives Schmidt’s side the upperhand in Cardiff showdown

Thu Mar 09 2017 - 17:37
What to watch, where to go, who to bet on – your guide to the weekend’s sport

What to watch, where to go, who to bet on – your guide to the weekend’s sport

Six Nations resumes, Mayo play Roscommon and the League Cup final at Wembley

Fri Feb 24 2017 - 23:09
Lies, damn lies and statistics: The Six Nations so far, in numbers

Lies, damn lies and statistics: The Six Nations so far, in numbers

Who have been the standout performers in the opening two rounds of fixtures?

Tue Feb 14 2017 - 15:58
2017 Six Nations Round Two: The team of the week

2017 Six Nations Round Two: The team of the week

Despite defeat in Cardiff Wales dominate the XV after a number of standout performances

Mon Feb 13 2017 - 13:30
Permutations show Ireland’s Six Nations hopes remain slim

Permutations show Ireland’s Six Nations hopes remain slim

Bonus point wins against France and Wales likely to be needed before England visit

Sun Feb 12 2017 - 13:59
Lions watch 2017: Who’s hot and who’s not?

Lions watch 2017: Who’s hot and who’s not?

Which tour hopefuls need an improved performance in Six Nations round two?

Fri Feb 10 2017 - 18:21
Chasing the bonus point: Ireland’s record in Rome

Chasing the bonus point: Ireland’s record in Rome

Schmidt’s side are looking to bounce back with four try win over Italy - easier said than done

Fri Feb 10 2017 - 16:27
What to watch, where to go, who to bet on – your guide to the weekend’s sport

What to watch, where to go, who to bet on – your guide to the weekend’s sport

The Six Nations continues, there’s a Croke Park double-header and the Irish Gold Cup

Fri Feb 10 2017 - 08:00
2017 Six Nations Round One: The team of the week

2017 Six Nations Round One: The team of the week

Stuart Hogg and Louis Picamoles were star performers during the opening weekend

Mon Feb 06 2017 - 18:18
Gatland’s Lions: The pre-Six Nations XV

Gatland’s Lions: The pre-Six Nations XV

A look at who could be in line to face the All Blacks ahead of opening weekend

Fri Feb 03 2017 - 12:30
Eir Sport to broadcast  Saturday league triple-headers

Eir Sport to broadcast Saturday league triple-headers

Broadcaster to show 23 live games in football and hurling across their three channels

Wed Jan 25 2017 - 17:01
Racing 92 v Munster: Everything you need to know

Racing 92 v Munster: Everything you need to know

Province return to Paris with top spot in Champions Cup Pool One in their sights

Fri Jan 06 2017 - 18:12
FA Cup third round: Five things to look out for this weekend

FA Cup third round: Five things to look out for this weekend

A meeting of new managers, Stam’s homecoming and a chance for Irish to impress

Fri Jan 06 2017 - 12:30
Martin O’Neill: No Bale but Ireland have resilience in abundance

Martin O’Neill: No Bale but Ireland have resilience in abundance

Boss pleased with how Séamus Coleman has flourished since taking captain’s armband

Sat Dec 31 2016 - 06:00
Ultimate guide to all the day’s sport: New Year’s Eve

Ultimate guide to all the day’s sport: New Year’s Eve

2016 ends with a bang as provinces do battle alongside a glut of Premier League fixtures

Fri Dec 30 2016 - 20:00
Rory McIlroy reflects on Irish Open win after frustrating 2016

Rory McIlroy reflects on Irish Open win after frustrating 2016

Speaking at the Excellence in Sport Awards, McIlroy welcomes Woods’ return

Tue Dec 06 2016 - 10:51
Ireland v Australia: Everything you need to know

Ireland v Australia: Everything you need to know

All the information needed as Joe Schmidt’s side take on the Wallabies in Dublin

Fri Nov 25 2016 - 14:09
Aidan O’Brien cleans up at Cartier awards

Aidan O’Brien cleans up at Cartier awards

Irish trainer picks up five awards with brilliant filly Minding named Horse of the Year

Wed Nov 09 2016 - 09:12
High Five! The tries that saw Ireland topple the All Blacks

High Five! The tries that saw Ireland topple the All Blacks

Joe Schmidt’s side went toe-to-toe with the world champions and outscored them

Sun Nov 06 2016 - 16:14
Technical issues leave Eir Sport customers unable to watch Ireland’s All Blacks win

Technical issues leave Eir Sport customers unable to watch Ireland’s All Blacks win

Famous win at Soldier Field was only available to watch on subscription channels

Sun Nov 06 2016 - 12:39
The Kiwi press reacts: ‘They played their hearts out for 80 minutes this time’

The Kiwi press reacts: ‘They played their hearts out for 80 minutes this time’

New Zealand rugby writers full of praise for Ireland as the All Blacks are finally beaten

Sun Nov 06 2016 - 00:16
Ireland’s international break: Five things we learned

Ireland’s international break: Five things we learned

Wes Hoolahan once again proves he must start while captain Seamus Coleman thrives

Mon Oct 10 2016 - 18:04
Rio 2016: Kieran Behan’s dream over

Rio 2016: Kieran Behan’s dream over

27-year-old suffers dislocated knee at end of final routine after bad landing during floor exercise

Sun Aug 07 2016 - 01:08
Who can Dundalk face in Champions League playoff?

Who can Dundalk face in Champions League playoff?

The League of Ireland champions are just 180 minutes away from the elusive group stages

Thu Aug 04 2016 - 09:45
Euro 2016: Republic of Ireland’s report card

Euro 2016: Republic of Ireland’s report card

A look at how each member of Martin O’Neill’s squad fared during the Euros

Mon Jun 27 2016 - 08:00
The Euro 2016 dream is over, but what comes next for Ireland?

The Euro 2016 dream is over, but what comes next for Ireland?

Martin O’Neill’s men have just a couple of months before they are back in action

Mon Jun 27 2016 - 08:00
France 2 Republic of Ireland 1: Player Ratings

France 2 Republic of Ireland 1: Player Ratings

Antoine Griezmann fires France past Ireland into the quarter-finals. We assess the Irish performances

Sun Jun 26 2016 - 16:21
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