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Mikel Arteta sends summer transfer hint and shuts down Arsenal striker theory

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Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has addressed talk surrounding whether Arsenal need to sign a new striker in the summer after a blunt display in the Champions League against Bayern Munich

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Brian Kerr - Lack of squad depth and form has caught up with Liverpool

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A 3-1 aggregate defeat to Atalanta saw Liverpool crash out of the Europa League at the quarter-final stage.

Liverpool crash out of Europe despite 1-0 win over Atalanta

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Liverpool failed to overturn the 3-0 deficit from the first leg at Anfield.

Brave West Ham go down fighting as Treble-chasing Bayer Leverkusen march on

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WEST HAM 1-1 BAYER LEVERKUSEN (1-3 agg): Michail Antonio's first-half header gave the Hammers hope of a comeback but Jeremie Frimpong's late equaliser spoiled the party and sent the visitors into the semis

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Crowds to be capped at 16,000 per day for 2024 Irish Open at Royal County Down

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There will be roughly 5,000-6,000 less fans per day at the event than there was in 2015.

Emi Martinez admits he 'doesn't understand the rules' as he's booked twice but not sent off

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Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez was bemused after he was not sent off during a dramatic penalty shootout as Unai Emery's men beat Lille in the Europa Conference League

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Why Emi Martinez was NOT sent off despite referee showing Aston Villa keeper two yellow cards

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Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez was the hero in a dramatic penalty shootout win against Lille in the Europa Conference League - just minutes after surviving a second yellow card

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Money not a factor in Jordie Barrett's Leinster move insists Hurricanes CEO

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“It wasn’t about money for Jordie, he could’ve earned a lot more money in Japan but he wants to be in a really competitive competition testing himself week in, week out against the best players sin the world that are up there.”

When is the Europa League final and how can I buy tickets?

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The final will be played in Dublin at the Aviva Stadium on May 22nd.

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Angry Lille fans attempt to storm pitch to confront Emi Martinez - 'Most hated Argentine in France'

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Aston Villa star Emi Martinez does not have the best of relationships with French supporters after his antics at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and received plenty of grief from Lille fans

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Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton get Ryder Cup boost as teammate agrees with Rory McIlroy

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It's unclear whether LIV Golf's Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton will be involved in the next Ryder Cup - but the pair have received the backing of one of their 2023 teammates

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Leinster to play all home games at Aviva Stadium and Croke Park next season

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Leo Cullen's side will be moving out of the RDS next season and the Aviva Stadium will be Leinster's main home in 2024/2025.

Irish-based MMA fighter who used to clean toilets to fight for €1million

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Pedro Carvalho worked as a cleaner to make ends meet and fund his dream of becoming a professional MMA fighter.

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Ireland legend James McClean speaks about his autism diagnosis, his bond with daughter Willow and the challenges they face

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Wrexham star James McClean, who was diagnosed with autism last year, helped charity AsIAm launch World Autism Month.

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Dustin Johnson met up with PGA Tour rival who made telling admission to LIV Golf star

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Dustin Johnson reunited with a number of his PGA Tour rivals following last week's Masters at Augusta National, with one in particular in Max Homa missing the LIV Golf star

FA Cup replays being scrapped blasted as "final nail in the coffin for football pyramid"

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The Football Association's decision to scrap FA Cup replays has received significant backlash after the announcement with the Premier League was formally announced

Erling Haaland has Man City point to prove after misfiring Real Madrid performance

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Manchester City forward Erling Haaland has been criticised after struggling in both matches against Real Madrid in the Champions League and not being at his best this season

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Ancient row with reporter a distraction Donegal don't need

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Jim McGuinness and the journalist Declan Bogue fell out over a book about the 2011 Ulster Championship

Arsenal stars issued brutal ratings as Bukayo Saka given second-worst grade possible

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It was a miserable night in Munich for north Londoners Arsenal as the Gunners were dumped out of the Champions League at the quarter-final stage by the Bavarians

Thomas Tuchel fires clear dig as outgoing Bayern boss gets one over Arsenal

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Thomas Tuchel has copped criticism during Bayern Munich's difficult campaign with the German boss hitting back at his critics after making the last four of the Champions League

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Max Homa agrees with Rory McIlroy over 'nauseating' scenario created by LIV Golf

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Rory McIlroy recently discussed the fall in professional golf viewership amid the ongoing saga between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, and now Max Homa has had his say

Kylian Mbappe sparks 60-person tunnel brawl after comment that angered Barcelona stars

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Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe was at the centre of a 60-person brawl involving players, coaching staff, and security following their 4-1 win over Barcelona

Harry Kane warns England teammate Jude Bellingham he's ready for Champions League "war"

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England duo Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham are set to go head-to-head for the first time in the Champions League semi-final when Bayern Munich entertain Real Madrid

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Wyndham Clark disputes concerning Masters data after Rory McIlroy's LIV Golf theory

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The viewing figures at this year's Masters were down on previous seasons, and whilst Rory McIlroy believes it could be down to the ongoing LIV saga, Wyndham Clark is not so sure

Premier League dealt reality check after 'minor embarrassment' in the Champions League

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The Champions League won't feature an English side in the semi-finals with the final at Wembley as those from rival countries find new ways to compete with Premier League riches

Thierry Henry blasts 'not good enough' Arsenal and spots concerning trend

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Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has discussed his former side being dumped out of the Champions League at the quarter-final stage by Bundesliga titans Bayern Munich on Wednesday night

Michael Chandler makes very specific request for Conor McGregor UFC fight

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Chandler's fight with McGregor was finally announced for June 29 in Las Vegas with the Irishman making a return to the cage after three years out

Premier League scrap mid-season winter break despite Jurgen Klopp recommendation

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There will be no winter break going forward after a rejig to the domestic football calendar, with the Premier League instead introducing a longer pause during the summer

Scottish Grand National confirmed field as Willie Mullins targets first UK Trainer's Championship

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The Closutton maestro is aiming to extend his lead in the race to be crowned champion trainer in Britain

FA Cup scrapping replays as radical overhaul to competition officially confirmed

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The Football Association have officially announced a number of significant changes to the FA Cup which will come into effect at the start of the 2024/25 season