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Edward McCarthy strike provides fireworks as Galway United stun Shelbourne

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Edward McCarthy’s early strike was enough to stun table-topping Shelbourne as they fell to defeat against Galway United at Eamonn Deacy Park.

Weakened champions Shamrock Rovers send out statement to rivals as Derry City are dealt with

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This show of strength from a weakened Shamrock Rovers side can only be interpreted as an ominous statement of intent.

Brandon Kavanagh equalises for St Pat’s against Waterford as Saints maintain undefated run

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After suffering a 3-1 defeat in Waterford last month, St Pat’s boss Jon Daly admitted afterwards that his side took a “pasting” at the RSC. This return clash appeared to be heading in that same direction at one stage, but the Saints…

Dundalk frustrate Sligo after Fabrice Hartmann’s stunner lights up Showgrounds

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Dundalk came from behind to pick up their second draw in three games as the Lilywhites showed further signs of improvement in this draw with Sligo Rovers at The Showgrounds.

James Akintunde proves the difference again as his early goal proves match-winner for Bohemians

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They're not quite at the statue-building phase in Phibsboro, but striker James Akintunde really is endearing himself to the Bohemians faithful as, yet again, he was the key figure for Bohs.

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After 15 years, Leinster are back with Croke Park blockbuster – boss Leo Cullen hails record 82,300 sell-out

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It has been 15 years since Champions Cup tournament organisers EPCR have seen anything like the demand for Leinster’s semi-final clash with Northampton Saints at Croke Park on May 4, as it was announced that the game at the 82,300-capacity…

Ludvig Aberg seeking quick cure for his Masters hangover while Rory McIlroy digs in to stay in touch at Hilton Head

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Masters runner-up Ludvig Aberg feels confident he can shrug off his Augusta National fatigue and contend for his second PGA Tour win in the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links.

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League of Ireland live: Champions Shamrock Rovers thrash Derry City as Shels lose to Galway

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Ben Blake keeps you up to date with all the League of Ireland action around the country tonight, with champions Rovers on the road at the Brandywell.

Charting the 150-day search for the next Ireland manager that could now stretch to 284 days … at least

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With the FAI confirming that their new target to appoint an Ireland manager will now stretch to September, we look back on the lengthy process which will hit its 150th day on Saturday.

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Philly McMahon: Jim McGuinness needs a plan we’ve never seen before to defeat the original innovator

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I mentioned in a column last year an out-of-the-blue phone call from a county board official, effectively offering me their senior manager’s job.

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‘I don’t know much about snooker… I thought I did’ – Ronnie O’Sullivan gets coaching advice in bid to win record Crucible title

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Ronnie O'Sullivan has gone back to basics in his bid to eclipse Stephen Hendry and become the first eight-time world snooker champion in the modern era.

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Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp: 'I am more than happy with the situation we are in'

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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he happy with Liverpool's current situation following his side's exit from the Europa League on Thursday.

‘He apologised for it and after that we move on’ – Erik ten Hag denies United squad is fractured as Alejandro Garnacho says sorry

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Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag confirmed Alejandro Garnacho has apologised for liking social media posts criticising his handling of the player and insisted the incident does not show the squad is fractured.

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GAA team news: Tony Kelly named on bench for Clare’s Munster opener against Limerick

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TONY Kelly has been named on the Clare bench for Sunday’s Munster SHC opener with Limerick. The 2013 Hurler of the Year hasn’t played since undergoing ankle surgery back in December.

FAI confirm new deadline for Ireland manager is September for England showdown

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THE FAI have confirmed that their new deadline for appointing an Ireland manager is September’s UEFA Nations League showdown with England.

Watch: Ireland captain Edel McMahon believes team can rise to Twickenham occasion

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Captain Edel McMahon believes Ireland can rise to the occasion of playing England at Twickenham in the Women’s Six Nations tomorrow. Over 46,000 tickets have already been sold for the game.

Croke Park an 82,300 sellout! Leinster fans snap up tickets for Champions Cup glamour tie

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Leinster’s Champions Cup Croke Park semi-final date with Northampton Saints has sold-out inside a few hours.

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Ireland keeper Gavin Bazunu ruled out until 2025 after undergoing surgery on his Achilles

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Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu will be out until 2025 after undergoing surgery on his Achilles.

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Irish Independent backing Rás Tailteann with sponsorship of prestigious jersey

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The Irish Independent will sponsor the prestigious King of the Hills classification jersey at this year’s Rás Tailteann, it was announced today.

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Seamus Power storms to a 65 at the Heritage while Rory McIlroy off to solid start

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Ireland’s Séamus Power is just two shots off the lead after the first round of the star-studded RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links in South Carolina.

Fantasy Football, week 34: Why you have to have Cole Palmer in your team

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Here are our Premier League fantasy football picks for who you need, a dark horse and an Irish pick to help your side up the leaderboards.

‘Davy Fitzgerald will be rubbing his hands’ - Belief grows that chip on Waterford’s shoulder can yield victory over Rebels

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Despite a league campaign where they managed just one win in five games, there is a growing optimism in Waterford that this weekend’s Munster Championship opener can bring out the best in the Déise.

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Jurgen Klopp insists Liverpool farewell dream is not over after Europa League exit

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Liverpool’s hopes of playing in the Europa League final in Dublin are over after they failed to produce a miracle in the second leg of their Europa League tie against Atalanta, yet manager Jurgen Klopp insists his hopes of a dream farewell…

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‘Don’t play championship in muck and s**t of April’ – two hurling legends issue plea to GAA

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Two retired hurling stars have questioned the condensed nature of the inter-county season – and called for an end to All-Ireland finals in July.

‘It was very sore for four or five seconds’ – James Ryan on the ‘freak’ injury that derailed his season

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It’s the day before Ireland are due to fly to London for their Six Nations clash with England, and Andy Farrell is putting his squad through their paces in what is the final proper training session of the week.

James Ryan ‘touch and go’ in fitness battle for Leinster’s Champions Cup semi-final in Croke Park

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Leinster co-captain James Ryan has admitted he remains “touch-and-go” in his bid to prove his fitness in time for his side’s Champions Cup semi-final clash with Northampton at Croke Park on May 4.

Frank Roche: It’s only April but it’s already make-or-break for Wexford and Dublin hurlers

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To many folk, championship hurling in April simply doesn’t feel right, the scorched-grass stereotype buried by the new reality of rucks in the muck.

‘There are some bad people out there’ – Mack Hansen’s thoughts and prayers with Sydney stabbing victims

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Connacht and Ireland winger Mack Hansen says his thoughts and prayers are with the six people who were stabbed to death in a Sydney shopping centre last week.