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Simon Easterby insists Andy Farrell will not be involved in Ireland’s Six Nations

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Ireland’s incoming interim coach Simon Easterby says Andy Farrell will “step away completely” during his sabbatical with the Lions.

‘I still watch it ... I don’t miss being involved – it’s just the way I am’ – Cats legend Brian Cody

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Sometimes you have to walk into the propellers. There are occasions when it’s right to dip your toe in the shark tank. On this occasion, Brian Cody is sat with assembled media in Croke Park.

Paul Sheridan: The night Toto Schillaci broke my heart – and a hit-and-run driver almost broke my body

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It isn’t something you’re likely to forget in a hurry: Ireland losing to Italy in a World Cup quarter-final to a precise striker’s finish, followed by being clattered by a car while whizzing through my home village on my Raleigh Burner.

‘I’d love another crack with Ireland to right the wrongs’ – Billy Burns enjoying new lease of life at Munster

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Billy Burns is six weeks into his second act in Irish rugby, and on Saturday he’ll don the red jersey for the first time at Thomond Park against Connacht. Indeed, Tuesday’s open session at the stadium was his first run-out at the venue as…

Sara Byrne set to make her LET professional bow in Spain

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Douglas’ Sara Byrne was inspired watching Leona Maguire put her Solheim Cup snub behind her and romp to an impressive singles win on Sunday.

John Aldridge remembers ‘Toto’ Schillaci as ‘a lovely fella’ – even after he ended Ireland’s World Cup dream

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THE passing of former Italy striker Salvatore 'Toto' Schillaci on yesterday transported us all back to a time when the world was easier to fathom.

‘Seeing how the pros do it is something I’ll never forget’ – Pádraig Harrington and Shane Lowry make dreams come true

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It might not have been a great tournament week for Pádraig Harrington and Shane Lowry, but they made the Amgen Irish Open an unforgettable experience for leukaemia survivor Danny Rooney and heart transplant recipient Cian Norris.

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‘We all know how much the club means to the town’ – Dan Pike focused on staying up after Dundalk avoid doomsday

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On Sunday evening, Dundalk’s Liverpudlian defender Dan Pike and his three housemates were starting to wonder if their time together was coming to an end.

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Liam Scales and Adam Idah on target as five-star Celtic swat Slovan Bratislava aside

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Celtic started the new Champions League format with a 5-1 win over Slovan Bratislava which eclipsed their biggest victory in the group stage era.

Impressive Inter Milan hold Manchester City to goalless draw in Champions League opener

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Manchester City failed to spark as they were forced to settle for a goalless draw in their Champions League opener against Inter Milan.

Last-gasp Djed Spence and Brennan Johnson strikes save blushes as Spurs avoid Coventry upset

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Late goals by Djed Spence and Brennan Johnson helped Tottenham avoid an almighty upset at Coventry in the Carabao Cup.

Evan Ferguson makes first start since March as spectacular Carlos Baleba effort helps Brighton past Wolves in Carabao Cup

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Ireland striker Evan Ferguson made his first start since March as Carlos Baleba’s thunderous 30-yard strike set Brighton on course for a nervy 3-2 win over Premier League rivals Wolves in the Carabao Cup third round.

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Leinster Rugby confirm contingency plans in place for 2025/26 season if RDS redevelopment not complete

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Leinster remain hopeful that they will be back at the RDS at some point next season, but they are making contingency plans in case the redevelopment is delayed.

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Rúaidhrí O’Connor: Imperfect Emerging Ireland tour can still be a platform for next generation

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Bloemfontein is not a glamorous part of the world, while the Pumas, Western Force and the Cheetahs are not the most alluring of opponents.

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Ray Houghton leads Irish tributes as football world mourns death of ‘Toto’ Schillaci

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Despite breaking Irish hearts in the Stadio Olympico in 1990, it was one of Salvatore Schillaci’s Irish foes on that night in Rome who led the tributes to the man affectionately known as ‘Toto’.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta confirms Martin Odegaard will be out for ‘a while’ with ‘significant’ ankle damage

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Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after a scan showed “significant” damage to his ankle.

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Manchester United to launch fan survey on regeneration options for Old Trafford

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Manchester United are to survey supporters about the future of Old Trafford in the first phase of fan consultation about their ambitious regeneration project.

Relief for Joey Carbery as hand injury will keep him out for just three or four weeks

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Joey Carbery will miss three or four weeks of action due to the hand injury he suffered while making his debut for Bordeaux against Lyon last Saturday.

Lennox Lewis believes Daniel Dubois ‘has a great chance’ in world title fight against Anthony Joshua

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Lennox Lewis has urged Daniel Dubois to prove he is a world champion in the ring when he puts his IBF belt on the line against Anthony Joshua on Saturday.

Rory McIlroy flags two biggest obstacles to peace deal in golf’s civil war

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Rory McIlroy believes the US Department of Justice and a 50-50 split between players on both sides pose the biggest obstacles to a peace deal in golf's civil war.

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‘People are laughing at us’ – Favourite John Jeffrey out of World Rugby chairman race after failing to secure Scottish support

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The man once known as ‘The Great White Shark’ has been eaten alive by his own rugby union in an embarrassing episode for Scottish rugby.

Miguel Delaney: New-look Champions League shows football’s biggest problem right from the kick-off

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After such a grand build-up, the new Champions League’s opening night didn’t exactly suggest new excitement - or much unpredictability at all. Every single one of the pre-match favourites won. At least five of them, and arguably six, did…

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‘I didn’t feel I necessarily lost the tournament’ – Rory McIlroy insists there’s no mental damage from Irish Open loss

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Rory McIlroy insists he has mentally recovered from seeing a fairytale Irish Open victory slip through his fingers, but physical issues may be a factor in the BMW PGA Championship.

Manchester City v Inter Milan: What time, what channel and all you need to know

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Man City get their Champions League campaign off by meeting Inter Milan in a rematch of the 2023 final this week. Here’s all you need to know about the match.

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Dion Fanning: Italia 90 was the peak for Ireland fans – sadly the same was true for ‘Toto’ Schillaci

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If you weren’t around for Italia 90, you will undoubtedly have formed the impression that this was a time of unreserved joy. Your view will have been shaped by Nessun Dorma, The Van and footage from Dublin’s Walkinstown roundabout after…

Celtic v Slovan Bratislava: What time, what channel and all you need to know

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Celtic get their European season off with a Champions League clash with Slovakian champions Slovan Bratislava this week. Here’s all you need to know about the match.

Éanna to open basketball title defence against Ballincollig as Waterford seek revenge against Killester

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Éanna will begin their title defence on the road against last year’s champions Ballincollig on Saturday, October 5 as this season’s Super League fixtures were released on Wednesday.

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‘It was easy to get me upset, but Cieren is able to shrug it off’ – Kieren Fallon backs son to succeed in saddle

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Kieren Fallon has lauded his son Cieren's temperament in and out of the saddle after watching him notch his third win at the highest level aboard Montassib earlier this month

GAA open to hosting Euro 2028 games at Páirc Uí Chaoimh – Jarlath Burns says ball is in UEFA’s court

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Páirc Uí Chaoimh is ‘open for business’ should it be required to host games in Euro 2028, according to GAA president Jarlath Burns.

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‘That’s what we want’ – Simon Easterby says ‘Emerging’ cubs can earn Ireland caps in November

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Simon Easterby said the 33 players selected to go to South Africa as part of his Emerging Ireland squad have the chance to step up to the full international team in November.