As he prepares to name his first Ireland squad, McCarthy could be forgiven a sense of déjà vu

Billionaire owner of Sports Direct said to be tricky to negotiate with

Newcastle defender was a part of Jack Charlton’s squad despite serious ankle injury

Irishman made Newcastle his home when he retired and covers their matches on radio

Jurgen Klopp’s team extend their unbeaten start to the season and lead at top of the table

Malachy Clerkin looks at some of the volumes taking up the sports sections this year

Honours were even at Anfield as the two title challengers failed to turn on the style

Echoes of earlier history as sports shop protest reflects disenchantment at the club

There have been some battles between red and blue that meant more than most

Captain of Chelsea at 18, Wilkins enjoyed a fine career on and off the pitch

Man City’s stars unlikely to be phased by famous Anfield atmosphere?

‘The Boy On The Shed’ more than a sporting bio – it’s a window on another world

Manchester City need 10 victories to reach 95 points and be champions, says manager

PTSB chief ’s claim bank is ‘undervalued’ by Government follows slump in shares

Manager will look for the right resources to be able to compete with Premier elite

German striker has retired from international football after friendly win in Dortmund

High Court finds Dunnes Stores 80% liable after cleaner tripped on shrink wrapping

Former Ireland defender welcomes old club to the Amex for key Championship clash

Reasons to be fearful and cheerful at having your birthday on Valentine’s Day

David Eatock, who played for Newcastle, says he was sexually abused by Ormond

Should Anfield club sustain current scoring rate, they will win the Premier League title

Sunderland’s woes bring much pleasure to the Newcastle faithful in topsy-turvy rivalry

Gareth Southgate has dropped his captain for the World Cup qualifier in Ljubljana

Visiting Alien: Are there two Wayne Rooneys? Fair question.

Support for Boys in Green has seen Jim Ryan visit the US, Iran, Korea and now Paris

Blindboy, Miriam O’Callaghan, Jacqui Hurley and more share their memories of ‘the beautiful game'

Former United striker says; ‘I love José Mourinho but he is not Manchester United’

England’s opening group game at Euro 2000 proved to be an absolute thriller in Eindhoven

Manchester United midfielder’s sublime goal was overshadowed by trouble in the stands

Richard Cockerill knows his team will need to be more consistent against Stade Français

Bank's employees could see salary rises of up to 8%

Defender’s deflected strike late on earns Newcastle a point at St James’ Park

Leading New Zealand rugby writer says Ireland must learn from Argentina template

For my mam, there was no sulking in defeat and, even more adamantly, no boasting in victory

Transfer fee taking him from Turf Moor to Anfield has yet to be finalised, with Liverpool expecting to pay between £5m-6m

St James’ Park waiting 60 years for trophy but under Mike Ashley that’s least of worries

Liverpool midfielder was the most captivating presence of his era

Lender also announces return of performance-related pay rises for managers

Steven Gerrard may have had more natural talent, but Lampard has ended up with more goals and more medals

Alan Pardew looks certain for exit after the setting in of mediocrity at St James’ Park