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Shane Lowry opens up on Ryder Cup abuse and Rory McIlroy friendship on Late Late Show

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Offaly golfer discussed spectator abuse at the Ryder Cup and his close friendship with Rory McIlroy on Patrick Kielty's chat show

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Munster v Gloucester: Time, TV channel and stream info on historic Champions Cup game at home of Cork GAA

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Munster are unbackable favourites as they play a first ever European fixture at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

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Kilcoo vs Scotstown: Live stream and TV information, throw-in time, betting odds and all you need to know ahead of tonight’s Ulster Club SFC Final

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The Down champions are bidding for a third Ulster Club win in six campaigns while the Monaghan winners are out to win their first since 1989

Friday, Dec 12

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Conor McGregor wedding delay as partner Dee Devlin denied one particular dream venue

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UFC star Conor McGregor is set to marry long-term partner Dee Devlin on Friday, but the couple have faced several delays in organising their wedding

Leicester vs Leinster Champions Cup: TV channel, stream and kick-off time

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Everything you need to know about Leinster's European Cup clash away to English Premiership side Leicester Tigers tonight

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What time and TV channel is Ulster v Cardiff tonight in European Challenge Cup rugby?

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Ulster come into the game on following last week’s emphatic 61-7 rout of French side racing 92 in round one of the Challenge Cup

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Robbie Keane celebrates 'easy' win over Rangers as he slams VAR decision

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Ferencvaros boss Robbie Keane was in a fiery mood after his side's 2-1 win over Rangers in the Europa League

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Wilfried Nancy reacts to dismal Roma defeat as he makes unwanted Celtic history

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Celtic were outclassed by Roma in the Europa League, losing 3-0

Thursday, Dec 11

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Mark Allen dumped out of Snooker Shootout in first round by ex-women's world champion

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Onyee Ng has established herself as one of the most successful female snooker players of all time, and took out the Antrim man in round one

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Lisburn's Stephen Robinson pushes 'faith over fear' mantra for cup final v Celtic

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St Mirren take on Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup final at Hampden Park on Sunday

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Moneyglass ladies hoping to clear last hurdle in historic All-Ireland final appearance

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The famous birthplace of legendary jockey Tony McCoy, the parish of Moneyglass are hoping to have another claim to fame this weekend as their ladies football team bid for All-Ireland glory

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Crystal Palace manager causes stir calling European match in Dublin a 'UK derby'

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The Eagles head coach raised eyebrows on the eve of Thursday night's Europa Conference League clash by describing the match against the League of Ireland side as a 'UK derby'

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Rachael Blackmore wedding plan revealed by accident as Grand National winner to marry fiance in January

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Rachel Blackmore, 36, has been a beacon for female jockeys throughout her illustrious career, making history as the first woman to clinch victory in the Aintree Grand National

Wednesday, Dec 10

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Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland elects Harold Henning as new Grand Master

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He becomes only the 21st Grand Master in the Institution's 230-year history

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Martin O'Neill was 'up for the challenge' of staying at Celtic beyond interim role

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Martin O'Neill won seven of his eight games in caretaker charge after answering an emergency call from his former club following the departure of Brendan Rodgers

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Miceal Rooney opens up on the Kilcoo mantra that makes them perennial champions

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Despite winning their Ulster Club semi-final against Erne Gaels by 11 points, the Magpies weren't totally happy with their performance

Tuesday, Dec 9

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Irish Cup round five draw in full as three all-Premiership ties are pulled out

There are three all-Premiership ties and there's a derby clash in store as new Ballymena United boss Oran Kearney welcomes Gary Haveron's Larne to the Showgrounds

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Rory McIlroy clinches annual award for record sixth time after completing career Grand Slam

2025 proved to be one of the greatest years in McIlroy's career, with the Holywood golfer achieving the career Grand Slam by securing victory at the Masters in April

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Northern Ireland legend leaves Manchester United job to 'focus on family'

Johnny Evans assumed the position in June after retiring from professional football, but has decided to step down after just six months

Monday, Dec 8

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Golf's Open Championship dates changed for 2028 with Portrush not on radar to host

The 156th edition of golf's most prestigious championship will run from August 3rd-6th, a fortnight later than its customary mid-July timing

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Rory McIlroy planning Christmas binge-watch with 'a few glasses of wine' after stellar season

McIlroy is anticipated to make his next public appearance when he is expected to collect the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award on December 18

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Charlie Smyth kicks New Orleans Saints to 24-20 win over Buccaneers

Down kicker Charlie Smyth was on the winning side for the first time in his NFL career as the New Orleans Saints defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24-20 on Sunday evening

Sunday, Dec 7

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Rangers hero's 'connect four' dig at Wilfried Nancy after Celtic lose to league leaders Hearts

Wilfried Nancy was seen using a tactics board on the touchline during Celtic's 2-1 defeat to Hearts at Parkhead, with the former Rangers striker not holding back

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Lewis Crocker offered big name opponent for world title defence in Belfast

Northern Ireland boxer Lewis Crocker has been offered Jack Catterall as a potential opponent for his first IBF World super lightweight title defence in Belfast

'You're like Rory McIlroy, you make up these stories' Roy Keane tells Gary Neville

Roy Keane denied Gary Neville's story about a heated Manchester United row in a humorous exchange on Stick to Football, comparing him to golfer Rory McIlroy

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Rory McIlroy 2025 earnings: Complete $35.8m prize money breakdown and wins

Holywood star Rory McIlroy earned $19,070 at the Crown Australian Open finishing T-14th, capping a record-breaking $35.8 million season that included his Masters victory

Saturday, Dec 6

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Danny Rohl responds to Rangers fan fury as he insists title race isn't impossible

Rangers boss Danny Rohl remains defiant after fans voiced their frustration following the 2-2 draw with Dundee United, insisting his side can still challenge Celtic and Hearts in the title race

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Rory McIlroy's Australian Open bid hits banana skin as weird encounter disrupts round

Rory McIlroy was involved in a strange incident during the third round of the Australian Open

Friday, Dec 5

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Larne 0-0 Linfield recap and result from the NIFL Premiership

There was action from the top of the NIFL Premiership on Friday evening.

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FIFA World Cup draw recap as teams learn potential groups for 2026 tournament

For the first time, 48 teams will take part in the tournament which will be held in the summer of 2026 in the USA, Canada and Mexico