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FIFA receive five million ticket requests in 24 hours

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FIFA received five million requests for World Cup 2026 tickets in the first 24 hours of the latest sales phase despite an outcry from fan groups this week about high prices for the tournament.

Friday, Dec 12

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Connell becomes Wexford FC women's manager

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Wexford FC have appointed former Republic of Ireland Women's Under-19 head coach Dave Connell as their new first-team manager.

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United waiting on word about AFCON-bound trio

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Ruben Amorim says Manchester United are still waiting to find out whether Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui can face Bournemouth before going to the Africa Cup of Nations.

Transfers: Blues sign Doherty and Carty as Smith exits

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Waterford have announced the signing of goalkeeper Arlo Doherty from Derry City and forward Conor Carty from St Patrick's Athletic.

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Arteta insists goals will come for Gyokeres

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Six goals in 18 appearances was not the impact Arsenal were expecting from summer signing Viktor Gyokeres but manager Mikel Arteta is confident the Swede will come good.

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Ferguson still an 'option' for Brighton says Hurzeler

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Brighton and Hove Albion manager Fabian Hurzeler has said that Evan Ferguson remains an option for the Seagulls as speculation about the striker's future continues to grow.

UEFA expected to hold firm on Russia ban

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Senior figures within European football believe it will not be possible to reinstate Russia to international competitions even at youth level until a political settlement has been reached.

Salah back in Liverpool squad for Brighton after talks

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Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has been included in the squad to face Brighton after talks with head coach Arne Slot.

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FIFPRO warns of strikes over rest periods for women

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Players could consider strike action if mandated rest periods are not part of the next women's international match calendar, a union official has warned.

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Shels could not live with Eagles 'levels' - O'Brien

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Class will out, as they say. "Levels" was the word Shelbourne manager Joey O'Brien magnanimously used to describe the gulf in class that saw Crystal Palace inflict a 3-0 defeat on his charges in their Conference League clash at Tallaght…

Thursday, Dec 11

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Palace boss Glasner surprised by Shels' early approach

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Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner admitted he was surprised by the way that Shelbourne were willing to play out from the back in the first half of Thursday night's Conference League clash at Tallaght Stadium.

Ferguson fires brace as Roma outclass Celtic

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Republic of Ireland internationals scored all three goals as Roma defeated Celtic 3-0 at Parkhead, with Evan Ferguson striking twice for the Italians after an early own goal from Liam Scales.

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No Palace coup as Eagles pick apart Shels in Tallaght

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It was the tie that jumped off the page when the draw was made for Shelbourne's maiden UEFA Conference League campaign but in the end, the challenge of taking on an established Premier League opponent proved a bridge too far as Crystal…

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Europa League wrap: Keane's Ferencvaros beat Rangers

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Igor Jesus' late goal sealed Nottingham Forest a 2-1 win in Utrecht and boosted their hopes of a top-eight finish in the Europa League group phase.

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Hoops see Conference League hopes go cold in Iceland

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After the heroics of reaching the knockouts last year, Shamrock Rovers' Conference League story in 2025 has become a forgettable one after a frustrating night in Iceland.

UEFA Conference League: Shelbourne 0-3 Palace recap

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Shelbourne welcomed Crystal Palace to Tallaght Stadium for this Conference League group stage tie.

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Veteran Vardy lands Serie A Player of the Month prize

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Jamie Vardy has been named Serie A's player of the month for November.

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Conference League latest score: Breidablik v Shamrock Rovers

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Conference League latest score: Breidablik v Shamrock Rovers

FIFA urged to halt World Cup ticket sales over prices

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FIFA has been urged to halt World Cup ticket sales after it emerged countries' most loyal fans faced paying "extortionate" prices for tickets, with the cheapest for the final coming in at over €3,500.

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Devlin departs Bray Wanderers after 40-year association

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Pat Devlin has left Bray Wanderers, bringing the curtain down on his association with the club which began 40 years ago.

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United latest finances show 'strong progress' - Berrada

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Manchester United chief executive Omar Berrada claims the latest financial results show they are making "strong progress in our transformation of the club".

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Bellingham says Real Madrid players are behind Alonso

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Jude Bellingham insists Xabi Alonso has not lost the Real Madrid dressing room and the players are still fighting for their under-fire manager.

Former Premier League referee Coote sentencing delayed

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The sentencing of former Premier League referee David Coote over a child abuse video found on his device has been delayed until next month.

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Fan group criticises US social media screening proposal

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A plan to require supporters travelling to the United States for the World Cup to disclose information about their social media accounts has been described as "profoundly unacceptable".

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'It's in our hands' - Howe optimistic despite draw

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Eddie Howe is confident Newcastle's Champions League fate remains in their own hands despite seeing two priceless points snatched from their grasp at Bayer Leverkusen.

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Guardiola insists City have 'much to improve'

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Pep Guardiola believes his Manchester City team will have to improve to win the Champions League despite recording a 2-1 victory at Real Madrid.

Arteta hails Madueke 'magic' after win in Brugge

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Mikel Arteta hailed "magic" Noni Madueke following his impressive brace in Arsenal's 3-0 win against Club Brugge which puts the north Londoners on the brink of the Champions League knockout stages.

'Getting to know him in the squads, he was a great lad'

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As Joey O'Brien gets ready to pit his wits against Oliver Glasner at Tallaght Stadium tonight, Shelbourne v Crystal Palace will mark his 27th match as a manager.

Wednesday, Dec 10

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WCL wrap: Chelsea on cusp of quarters after Roma rout

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Chelsea are one win away from securing direct passage to the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League after thrashing Roma 6-0 at Stamford Bridge.