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‘I think it’s a top team, top manager with a special player’ – Ruben Amorim ready for Bournemouth challenge

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Ruben Amorim stressed the importance of securing a much-needed Old Trafford win when Manchester United host "top team" Bournemouth on Monday.

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Miguel Delaney: Arne Slot isn’t alone – should Liverpool’s hierarchy be under the microscope?

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After the 1-0 win over Internazionale, some sources present noted how there was a bit more vigour to the Liverpool hierarchy as they congratulated Arne Slot at the San Siro.

‘All these guys are hungry to try and win a medal’ – Brian Fay leads Irish bid to end European Cross Country drought

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Moving to the other side of the world can teach you a lot about your home nation. In recent weeks, Brian Fay has been back in Dublin after spending much of the year in Melbourne, where he trains with some of Australia’s top distance…

Paddy McCarthy: I felt there was something brewing when I first started coaching this Ireland squad

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Ireland assistant coach Paddy McCarthy feels the impact last month’s stunning comeback win over Hungary had on the national side cannot be underestimated and called on the players to use that feeling as fuel in their bid to reach next…

Under-pressure Wilfried Nancy insists cup final win ‘would validate what we are doing’ at Celtic

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Wilfried Nancy claims players and fans are the most important figures in Celtic’s Premier Sports Cup final against St Mirren but admits victory on Sunday would validate his fledgling project.

How a deepening injury crisis is threatening to derail Arsenal’s title charge – again

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After 15 games of the Premier League season, it currently feels like only two things can prevent Arsenal from winning their first title in more than two decades.

Friday, Dec 12

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Bench press helps Leinster overturn half-time deficit and pass tough Welford Road test

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Leo Cullen has delivered some important half-time team talks during his ten years as Leinster head coach, and back at his old stomping ground, his players dug deep to overturn a 15-6 deficit.

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Aine Donegan set for LET card push after five-shot win

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Lahinch’s Aine Donegan cruised to a five-shot win in pre-qualifying for the Lalla Aicha Q-School and insisted she must reset for next week’s Final Stage battle for Ladies European Tour cards.

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‘I was taught how to win but never how to fight’ – Irish striker Armstrong Oko-Flex on his transformative move to Bulgaria

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For one Irish footballer making his way in the game, the further he travels from home, the more his career progresses.

Leicester v Leinster: Leo Cullen’s men fight back after trailing Tigers at half-time in Champions Cup clash

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The Champions Cup action continues this week with Friday’s game seeing Leinster visit Premiership side Leicester Tigers as their quest for that elusive fifth star continues.

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Rhasidat Adeleke confirms hamstring strain forced withdrawal from World Championships bid

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Rhasidat Adeleke has said a hamstring strain led to her withdrawal from the World Championships in September, one of “several issues” that hampered her performances throughout the season.

‘If I won another major, another Irish Open… and winning the Ryder Cup in Adare’ – Shane Lowry on his future wish list

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Shane Lowry achieved Ryder Cup immortality when that nerve-shredding seven-footer found the left side of the hole at Bethpage and he launched himself into the most famous Offaly celebration jig since Séamus Darby denied Kerry the five-in-a…

Mohamed Salah back in Liverpool squad for Brighton game after crunch talks with Arne Slot

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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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Philly McMahon: Why managing a club team is harder than any county

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One of the unexpected treats of being a club manager this year was the gluttonous portions of football I consumed over the last six months. This was a culture shock.

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Munster v Gloucester, Champions Cup: Team news, TV time and talking points as Jack Crowley returns in much-changed side

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Munster entertain Gloucester in their first European game at Supervalu Pairc Uí Chaoimh, looking to bounce back from last week’s loss to Bath (KO 5.30pm). Here is all you need to know about Saturday’s clash.

Manchester United await news on Africa Cup of Nations trio ahead of Bournemouth clash

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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.

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Leitrim club brings motion to prevent inter-county players from lining out for teams in other counties

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A Leitrim club is bringing a motion to its county convention next week, seeking to prohibit club players from playing with a county that is not where the club of which they are a “registered active member” is located.

Seán O’Connor: There may be a massive gulf between Shelbourne and Palace – but Reds have come a long way in a short time

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As the clock ticked past the hour mark in Tallaght, the 1,800 Crystal Palace fans packed into the south stand started to serenade their manager.

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Lindsey Vonn (41) becomes oldest World Cup winner to continue remarkable comeback

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Lindsey Vonn continued her remarkable comeback to alpine skiing by dominating the opening downhill of the season to become the oldest winner of a World Cup event.

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‘Definitely he might be an option’– Brighton boss open to recalling Evan Ferguson from Roma loan after brace at Celtic

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Evan Ferguson says he hopes his two-goal delivery for Roma in their Europa League win away to Celtic can move his career with the Italian club into a new phase as he looks to prove himself to manager Gian Piero Gasperini.

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Daniel McDonnell: Euro pain confirmed but format means there should not be an overreaction

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If the sight of two League of Ireland clubs in September’s draw painted a pretty picture for Irish football, the updated Conference League table after a tricky Thursday is presenting a less flattering one.

‘It’s not all coached’ – Kilcoo boss Martin Corey says players deserve more credit for success

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Kilcoo boss Martin Corey believes there is “a lot made” of the coaching side of things in Gaelic football, and that players should get more credit for their individual flair.

Leicester Tigers v Leinster, Champions Cup: Team news, TV time and talking points as Rieko Ioane gets first start in blue

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Leinster travel to Welford Road to take on Leicester Tigers looking to build on last week’s win over Harlequins (KO 8pm). Here is all you need to know about Friday’s clash.

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Youri Tielemans winner in Basel puts Aston Villa on brink of Europa League knockouts

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Second-half substitute Youri Tielemans hit the winner to help Aston Villa move a step closer to automatic qualification in the Europa League with a 2-1 win at Basel.

Thursday, Dec 11

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Mixed fortunes for Irish as Evan Ferguson brace and Liam Scales own goal ease Roma to win at Parkhead

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Wilfried Nancy became the first Celtic manager to lose his opening two games as Roma won 3-0 at Parkhead.

Luke Littler kicks off World Championship title defence with comfortable opening night win at Ally Pally

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Luke Littler returned to the scene of his greatest moment in style as he eased through the opening round at the World Championship.

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Christmas comes early for Jesus as Igor’s late goal earns Nottingham Forest victory in Utrecht

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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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More Europa League joy for Robbie Keane and Ferencvaros after comeback win over Rangers

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Danny Rohl's Rangers again found the Europa League too much of a burden with a 2-1 defeat by Ferencvaros in Budapest.

David Carey’s PGA Tour dream in tatters as Aine Donegan and Olivia Mehaffey shine at Q-School

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David Carey’s hopes of winning his PGA Tour card suffered a killer blow when he opened with a seven-over 77 at the Final Stage of Q-School in Florida.