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Hugh Foley aims for successful return to West of Ireland Championship as opening tee times confirmed

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Hugh Foley returns to the scene of one of his greatest triumphs when he begins his bid for his second West of Ireland Championship and his fifth amateur “major” at Rosses Point on Friday.

Amy Broadhurst on brink of bombshell switch to Great Britain to achieve Olympic boxing dream

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Amy Broadhurst is on the brink of switching her boxing allegiance to the United Kingdom in a bid to fulfil her childhood dream of competing at the Olympics.

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Bristol City rally behind Chloe Mustaki after Ireland international ruled out for rest of season

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Bristol City have vowed to support Ireland international Chloe Mustaki after she was ruled out for the rest of the season due to injury.

France include nine Champions League players in squad for Euro 2025 qualifying clash with Ireland

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France have included nine Champions League winners in their squad for next Friday’s Euro 2025 qualifier against Ireland in Metz.

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League of Ireland previews: All you need to know about Friday evening’s action

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Here’s the lowdown on Friday evening’s League of Ireland fixtures.

Christian Horner’s accuser targets return to work at Red Bull as she awaits appeal outcome

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Christian Horner’s suspended female colleague – who accused the Red Bull F1 boss of inappropriate behaviour – wants to work for the team again as she awaits the outcome of her appeal, say industry sources.

Camogie Association sets 50,000 All-Ireland final attendance target by 2026

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The Camogie Association has set a target for a 50,000 attendance at its All-Ireland finals by 2026.

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More trouble for Sandro Tonali after Newcastle star is alleged to have breached FA betting rules 50 times

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Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali has been charged with misconduct in relation to alleged breaches of the Football Association’s betting rules.

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‘They are stacked with internationals as well’ – Leinster and Leo Cullen relishing Bulls challenge

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Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is hoping for a big response from his Ireland internationals, most of whom will return for tomorrow night’s top-of-the-table URC clash with the Bulls in Dublin.

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‘When he speaks I think you listen’ – Stephen Bradley says FAI should take note of Séamus Coleman’s stance on John O’Shea

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Stephen Bradley believes that the FAI board should listen to the comments from Ireland captain Séamus Coleman supporting the candidacy of John O’Shea as the next manager of the senior international team.

Declan Rice: Arsenal must beat Man City to shake off tag as Premier League title chokers

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Declan Rice says Arsenal have to win at Manchester City on Sunday if they want to change perceptions and show they are ready to win the title.

Leinster bring back the big guns as Leo Cullen selects formidable team for Bulls battle

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Leo Cullen has recalled a host of his Ireland front-liners for tomorrow night’s top-of-the-table URC clash against the Bulls at the RDS.

‘It poses a real challenge for the player’ – Ireland captain Katie McCabe facing tough travel schedule

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Eileen Gleeson still doesn’t know if her Ireland captain Katie McCabe will be forced to endure a marathon trip with Arsenal halfway around the world just days before a crucial international double header.

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Sinead Farrelly ruled out as Eileen Gleeson names Ireland squad for European qualifiers

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Sinead Farrelly’s absence from Ireland plans remains a significant blow as Eileen Gleeson unveiled her squad for the opening two Euro 2025 qualifiers against France and England.

Welsh rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit set to sign €800k contract with Super Bowl champions after making NFL switch

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Louis Rees-Zammit is set to begin life in the National Football League (NFL) with the Kansas City Chiefs, the reigning Super Bowl champions.

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Graeme Souness interview: Pundits must be very careful with what they say these days

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As Graeme Souness sits back on his sofa, the conversation turns to whether you need to have won a European Cup to be a good pundit. “Anyone can get lucky once,” he jokes. He is reminded that it was more than once, though, it was three…

Behind the scenes as embattled Ulster part company with CEO Jonny Petrie

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As recently as last Friday, Jonny Petrie was leading meetings aimed at steering Ulster into the future, seemingly intent on following through on his desire to be the one navigating all the financial problems the province is dealing with.

Mickey Harte ready to lead Derry to a final date with Dublin’s danger men

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When it comes to football, there’s not much new under the sun for Mickey Harte, nothing that he hasn’t seen before.

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Conor McKeon: How Dessie Farrell has managed to cultivate Dublin’s strongest panel since Jim Gavin’s galacticos

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Not since night began following day has something been as inevitable as the question to Dessie Farrell on Sunday evening, the one about the suddenly-occurring phenomenon of his squad depth – specifically, whether this current Dublin squad…

Barca came to Bekan to check out Connacht Air Dome

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One of the most famous clubs in world soccer, FC Barcelona, have visited the Connacht GAA Air Dome.

‘It’s an amazing challenge’ – New women’s coach Declan Danaher already making case for defence

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Ireland defence coach Declan Danaher has done a fine job making a first impression.

Finn Azaz: It was always Ireland. It’s always been a goal of mine to play for Ireland

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Finn Azaz strolled into the Aviva Stadium mixed zone on Tuesday night as, at long last, a senior Ireland international.

‘The main attraction ... is the opportunity to play in Croke Park’ – Andy Moran on why the Division 4 final matters

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?Andy Moran played in Croke Park probably more times than he cares to remember. Some great days... and plenty of painful ones, too.

‘It will basically be Test match intensity’ – Rónan Kelleher admits Leinster have unfinished business against Bulls

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After helping Ireland to back-to-back Six Nations crowns, it’s back to Leinster duty for Rónan Kelleher, whose eyes are on the “unfinished business” his province have in Europe.

Peter Malnati says fans now sick of golf’s constant money talk

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Money talk continues to dominate the narrative in golf with Chris DiMarco the latest to step up and complain.

Don’t leave Division 3 champions in limbo about All-Ireland spot – Connacht Council CEO John Prenty

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The NFL Division 3 winners should be guaranteed a place in the All-Ireland series, according to a top GAA official.

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Jonathan Hill’s FAI future still unclear with focus on new senior manager

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The future of FAI CEO Jonathan Hill is unlikely to become clear until the appointment of a new senior men’s manager is finalised.

‘It lacked class and it disappointed me’ – Brian Kerr gains closure for 2005 exit but is now ‘finished’ with Ireland

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Brian Kerr says he will play no role in a future Ireland management team after his involvement as part of the backroom staff of interim boss John O’Shea ended on Tuesday night.

Alan Reynolds ready for his baptism of fire as Bohemians tackle Shamrock Rovers

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A new chapter begins for Bohemians tomorrow night as a huge Dublin derby at Shamrock Rovers awaits Alan Reynolds, who is hoping to mould his new side into a more ruthless outfit in the months ahead.

Wednesday, Mar 27

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Leinster MFC round-up: Wins for Dublin, Wexford, Longford

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Here’s how Wednesday night’s Leinster Minor Football Championship clashes played out.