April 2024

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'I was sitting there with goosebumps': Northampton start Champions Cup prep with Croke Park history lesson

Director of rugby Phil Dowson says Northampton ‘are not playing against ghosts’ in Saturday’s semi-final. from The 42 https://ift.tt/KkC0m...

digisk 30 Apr, 2024
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Clare minors clinch Daryl Darcy Cup to set up Munster semi-final against Cork

Defending champions Kerry will play Tipperary in the other semi-final clash next week. from The 42 https://ift.tt/9iy6Phl

digisk 30 Apr, 2024
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Amy Broadhurst switches allegiance to Great Britain following Ireland snub

The 27-year-old, who holds both British and Irish passports, had a productive 2022. from The 42 https://ift.tt/tLMOYeW

digisk 29 Apr, 2024
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Ex-Derry footballer signs with NFL side New York Giants

Jude McAtamney previously spent two seasons at Rutgers University. from The 42 https://ift.tt/CGM07XY

digisk 29 Apr, 2024
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Ireland close in on semi-finals place with victory over Zimbabwe

Ed Joyce’s side previously earned a six-wicket victory over UAE on Thursday. from The 42 https://ift.tt/F7tnWch

digisk 29 Apr, 2024
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Paris Saint-Germain win Ligue 1 title after Monaco defeat

PSG have won 10 of their 12 titles in the last 12 seasons. from The 42 https://ift.tt/g9SM1nC

digisk 28 Apr, 2024
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4 talking points after Limerick put Tipperary to the sword in humiliating defeat

There were 15 points between the sides by the end. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ouXP0jS

digisk 28 Apr, 2024
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14-man Cork Con hold off Terenure for AIL glory

John Forde’s 19th-minute red card did not hold back Con, who won out 33-22. from The 42 https://ift.tt/s1mYHZX

digisk 28 Apr, 2024
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Stormers put 42 points on Leinster as province drop to second in URC table

Leo Cullen’s team were well beaten for the second week running in South Africa. from The 42 https://ift.tt/PdpB2bM

digisk 27 Apr, 2024
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Clinical England seal third straight Grand Slam in front of 28,000 in Bordeaux

England beat France 42-21 for a 28th successive Six Nations win, and a fifth straight title overall. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Ztm5CKJ

digisk 27 Apr, 2024
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Ulster hold on to secure narrow and vital win over Benetton

Both sides scored five tries, with John Cooney’s place-kicking the difference. from The 42 https://ift.tt/MuHfkT0

digisk 26 Apr, 2024
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Murray and Umeh secure points for unbeaten Cork City

Tim Clancy’s side continue to set First Division pace with victory at Finn Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/mp7v8UC

digisk 26 Apr, 2024
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Paul O'Donovan advances to heavyweight semi-finals in Hungary

Alison Bergin and Zoe Hyde qualify for A final. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ZDMKAik

digisk 26 Apr, 2024
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Turner scoops gold and bronze for Brady at European Championships

Nicole Turner shared the gold medal with Nora Meister of Switzerland. from The 42 https://ift.tt/1jLw06J

digisk 25 Apr, 2024
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Cork ring the changes for crucial Clare battle, while Johnny Glynn named on Galway bench

The Tipperary hurlers have also shown their hand for their meeting with Limerick. from The 42 https://ift.tt/uUXkysl

digisk 25 Apr, 2024
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Red Bull design guru linked with title dominance set to quit after Horner controversy

Adrian Newey is regarded as the greatest Formula 1 designer. from The 42 https://ift.tt/GAZz2Qq

digisk 25 Apr, 2024
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Rhys McClenaghan heading for another European final

Teammate Dominick Cunningham also qualified for the Vault final. from The 42 https://ift.tt/HFxTE8j

digisk 24 Apr, 2024
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'It's all about the money' - Hearn issues Crucible warning as Saudi interest grows

Meanwhile, Ronnie O’Sullivan roared out of the blocks in his quest to become the first eight-time world champion in the modern era. from T...

digisk 24 Apr, 2024
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Róisín Ní Riain is double European champion at Para Swimming Championships

Limerick native secures victory in the 100m backstroke final in time of 1:06.69. from The 42 https://ift.tt/41sK0NC

digisk 24 Apr, 2024
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Munster football final set for Ennis after coin toss

Cusack Park confirmed to host its first Munster football final since 1919. from The 42 https://ift.tt/cUR8OkT

digisk 23 Apr, 2024
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Feyenoord coach Arne Slot in contention to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool

Slot guided the Dutch club to their first title in six years last season. from The 42 https://ift.tt/RxVtGP1

digisk 23 Apr, 2024
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David Clifford on improving football, the NFL, and 'uncomfortable' generational talent tag

The Kerry superstar tries to ‘take the emotion out of the game,’ as Pep Guardiola often references. from The 42 https://ift.tt/eNHiBgv

digisk 23 Apr, 2024
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Tipperary senior hurling draw made again after original declared 'null and void'

Reigning champions Kiladangan are set to face Clonoulty-Rossmore, Templederry Kenyons and JK Brackens. from The 42 https://ift.tt/hcbFMJg ...

digisk 22 Apr, 2024
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Jackals, cross kicks, and Fijian shrugs - How Munster beat the Bulls

A red card helped but Munster had to be accurate to win in Pretoria. from The 42 https://ift.tt/7Gf0Dm2

digisk 22 Apr, 2024
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Gearóid Hegarty: 'If you don't call out lads, that's when things start to get a bit lax'

The Limerick star on their player-driven culture and yesterday’s ‘immensely satisfying’ win over Clare. from The 42 https://ift.tt/OBp4VNa...

digisk 22 Apr, 2024
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Tyrone overcome Cavan in extra-time Ulster SFC thriller

The Red Hand face Donegal next after a one-point win on the road. from The 42 https://ift.tt/sucxAXm

digisk 21 Apr, 2024
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4 talking points after Limerick's dramatic comeback floors Clare

It finished 3-15 to 1-18 in favour of the All-Ireland champions. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Lyp4xvG

digisk 21 Apr, 2024
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Leinster face tricky selection calls for Stormers after Lions teach them 'bloody hard lesson'

‘As painful as it is sometimes, you have to go through it,’ said Leinster’s head coach of his young side’s heavy defeat. from The 42 https...

digisk 20 Apr, 2024
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Brilliant Munster become first European team to beat the Bulls at their Loftus fortress

The southern province secured a four-try bonus point against their hosts, who were reduced to 14 men in the second half. from The 42 https...

digisk 20 Apr, 2024
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O'Donoghue drives Tipperary U20s to win over Waterford

Tipperary outscored Ken McGrath’s side by 14 points to five in a one-sided second half. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ReSmjQ0

digisk 19 Apr, 2024
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Emi Martinez banned for first leg of Aston Villa’s semi-final against Olympiacos

The Argentina international saved two penalties in the 4-3 quarter-final shootout victory over Lille. from The 42 https://ift.tt/jRKyCMI

digisk 19 Apr, 2024
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200th cap for Delany as Ireland record comfortable win

The Irish side beat Thailand as preparations continued for their upcoming World Cup qualifying campaign. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ceNU7V...

digisk 18 Apr, 2024
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Liverpool crash out of Europe

The Anfield club were beaten by Atalanta on aggregate, while West Ham were knocked out by Bayer Leverkusen. from The 42 https://ift.tt/WUY...

digisk 18 Apr, 2024
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Cork and Kerry name starting sides ahead of Munster championship games

The Cork hurlers are away in Walsh Park, while the Kerry footballers are at home in Killarney. from The 42 https://ift.tt/eUtAvK2

digisk 18 Apr, 2024
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Penalty joy as Aston Villa progress to semi-finals

The Premier League side beat Lille on spot kicks. from The 42 https://ift.tt/aRu34ik

digisk 18 Apr, 2024
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Dillon stars with 1-5 as Kerry U20s lay down a marker against Cork

Tomás Ó Sé’s Kingdom top the table, with Cork second, heading into the final round of fixtures. from The 42 https://ift.tt/GgNYnmq

digisk 17 Apr, 2024
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Full-forward, All-Star goalkeeper, and now manager: Raymond Galligan's rise to the Cavan hotseat

The 42 speaks to Cian Mackey about the development of Raymond Galligan in his first year as Cavan manager. from The 42 https://ift.tt/5ezK...

digisk 17 Apr, 2024
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Munster's battle with the Bulls part of intense URC run-in

All four provinces have work to do with five regular season games left. from The 42 https://ift.tt/VE9UdCA

digisk 17 Apr, 2024
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Meath and Louth into Leinster U20 semis; Waterford minors score first Munster football win in five years

Meath will play holders Kildare in the semi-finals, while Louth take on Dublin. from The 42 https://ift.tt/LReB7Uk

digisk 16 Apr, 2024
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Tyler Bleyendaal to join Leinster next season as assistant coach

Former Munster out-half will replace Andrew Goodman ahead of the 2024/25 campaign. from The 42 https://ift.tt/j7ZX20F

digisk 16 Apr, 2024
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'I will play the PGA Tour for the rest of my career': McIlroy dismisses report of shock €800m LIV move

World number two has been among the staunchest critics of the Saudi-funded breakaway. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Kmpur9H

digisk 16 Apr, 2024
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Akintunde the late hero as Bohs labour to back-to-back wins against Dundalk

It brought a welcome first home win for Alan Reynolds following his appointment late last month. from The 42 https://ift.tt/JnF9p4T

digisk 15 Apr, 2024
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How the brilliant Baird try showed Leinster's mettle against La Rochelle

Having conceded just before the break, Leo Cullen’s side were composed early in the second half. from The 42 https://ift.tt/fmgvJMH

digisk 15 Apr, 2024
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How did Stephen Cluxton's Dublin comeback go?

‘A mixed bag,’ as Dessie Farrell said. from The 42 https://ift.tt/jZC6e38

digisk 15 Apr, 2024
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Dominant, clinical and Tigeresque - Welcome to the Scottie Scheffler era

Nobody could live with Scheffler as he kicked for home on the back nine – and he arguably won without his A game. from The 42 https://ift....

digisk 15 Apr, 2024
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Dominant Scottie Scheffler wins second Masters title in three years

Scheffler kept his cool as his competition melted on Amen Corner to win by four shots. from The 42 https://ift.tt/XdrcBOk

digisk 15 Apr, 2024
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'The Leinster championship is a shambles' - Meath boss O'Rourke

Dessie Farrell, meanwhile, is ‘blue in the face’ calling for a review of competition structures. from The 42 https://ift.tt/TbjnD9F

digisk 14 Apr, 2024
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Niland hits 2-7 as Galway down Dublin to secure Leinster U20 semi-final spot

Meanwhile, Wexford and Laois drew. from The 42 https://ift.tt/R26hf7U

digisk 13 Apr, 2024
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Darragh McCarthy helps himself to 1-9 as Tipp down Limerick

Brendan Cummins’ side leave Limerick teetering on the brink with second loss. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ebcxRCZ

digisk 12 Apr, 2024
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Ben O'Connor's Cork take advantage of 14-man Clare to edge home in U20 clash

Jack Leahy emerges to blitz the second half after off-colour first half. from The 42 https://ift.tt/i4RkF7X

digisk 12 Apr, 2024
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Cork get the better of Shane Dowling's Limerick minors as Tipperary overcome Waterford

Tipperary are now two wins from two in the competition. from The 42 https://ift.tt/1IR4KQU

digisk 11 Apr, 2024
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DeChambeau grabs early Masters lead as McIlroy struggles to make impactful start

Shane Lowry has just begun his opening round at Augusta. from The 42 https://ift.tt/x4EHn2z

digisk 11 Apr, 2024
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14 weeks later: Can Nienaber's defence carry Leinster past La Rochelle?

The South African was brought in to help with the big games like Saturday’s. from The 42 https://ift.tt/kIQ8E1r

digisk 11 Apr, 2024
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Connacht sign Ireland U20 Grand Slam winners to first pro deals

Hugh Gavin and Matthew Devine have both agreed pro deals at the Sportsground. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ysEhV3J

digisk 11 Apr, 2024
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Bubba Watson's daughter Dakota was not messing around at the Masters Par Three contest

The Augusta National greens were no match for Dakota Watson. from The 42 https://ift.tt/3yg6RIl

digisk 10 Apr, 2024
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Leeds star announces retirement from football

Northern Ireland international Stuart Dallas has been sidelined since April 2022. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Hn1I7Ag

digisk 10 Apr, 2024
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Replacing James Ryan one of the biggest calls facing Leinster this week

The lock made a big impact before being injured in last year’s final and was superb when Leinster won at La Rochelle in December. from The...

digisk 9 Apr, 2024
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Turner's Cross closed indefinitely in major setback to Cork City

The Munster FA have made the decision to allow for pitch repairs. from The 42 https://ift.tt/lJfBYdt

digisk 8 Apr, 2024
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Ulster's Luke Marshall to retire from rugby at the end of the season

Marshall won 11 caps for Ireland between 2013 and 2017. from The 42 https://ift.tt/0s3qWUo

digisk 8 Apr, 2024
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Whatever happens, Rory Beggan will go down as football great in golden period for goalkeepers

For a man who has been focussed on a different shaped ball all winter, the Monaghan netminder gave a phenomenal performance. from The 42 h...

digisk 8 Apr, 2024
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This is a golden age of hurling - but the league final shows how we're failing the sport as a spectacle

Clare vs Kilkenny was a must-watch, with a dramatic finale, but the game’s presentation didn’t match its importance. from The 42 https://i...

digisk 8 Apr, 2024
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Loss of Darren Hughes to serious injury was 'devastating' - Vinny Corey

Cavan manager Ray Galligan looks forward to home clash with Tyrone. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ZCHAbVX

digisk 7 Apr, 2024
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Former Ireland international Joe Kinnear passes away after battle with dementia

A statement from his family confirmed that the Dubliner died today after a colourful and eventful life. from The 42 https://ift.tt/hGEXkMt...

digisk 7 Apr, 2024
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Goals key for Clare as they hold off Kilkenny to land hurling league title

A two-point win for the Banner in Semple Stadium. from The 42 https://ift.tt/4BsO8hA

digisk 6 Apr, 2024
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Motions to introduce shorts for camogie players defeated at Congress

Meanwhile, Brian Molloy was ratified as the first male president of the association. from The 42 https://ift.tt/y4vUqDY

digisk 6 Apr, 2024
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LIVE: Leinster v Leicester, Champions Cup Round of 16

Kick-off at the Aviva Stadium is at 8pm. from The 42 https://ift.tt/om8kTwb

digisk 6 Apr, 2024
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Ben O'Connor's Cork side get off to strong Munster start with win over Waterford

Jack Leahy scored 0-10 for the winners. from The 42 https://ift.tt/V89BpaG

digisk 5 Apr, 2024
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Instant debut for Anna Patten as Gleeson names line-up for French clash

Patten starts in a defensive Irish selection for what is a tough start to Euro 2025 qualifying. from The 42 https://ift.tt/OUKFDNn

digisk 5 Apr, 2024
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Strong finish sees Liverpool return to the top of the Premier League

Bottom club Sheffield United were beaten at Anfield. from The 42 https://ift.tt/A8mB9gc

digisk 4 Apr, 2024
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Vingegaard breaks collarbone and several ribs in horror crash

The two-time Tour de France champion suffered the injury during stage four of the Tour of the Basque Country on Thursday. from The 42 http...

digisk 4 Apr, 2024
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Arsenal return to the top of the table with win over Ogbene-less Luton

The Gunners move one point clear of Liverpool, who don’t play until tomorrow. from The 42 https://ift.tt/cO2bWfr

digisk 3 Apr, 2024
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'I was joking about it at the start, like, 'Why couldn't this have happened when I was useless?''

Deirbhile Nic a Bháird reflects on a whirlwind 12 months as she targets a September return from her ACL injury. from The 42 https://ift.tt...

digisk 3 Apr, 2024
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How are Ireland's opponents France and England shaping up for crunch qualifiers?

Ireland kick off their Euro 2025 campaign in Metz on Friday night. from The 42 https://ift.tt/3iAjuVg

digisk 3 Apr, 2024
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Jake O'Brien set for French Cup final appearance next month with Lyon

Elsewhere, Juventus are heavy favourites to reach the Italian Cup final after beating Lazio 2-0. from The 42 https://ift.tt/b3uqxN0

digisk 2 Apr, 2024
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Calvert-Lewin ends 23-game goal drought to snatch valuable point for Everton at Newcastle

Nottingham Forest picked up a vital 3-1 victory against Fulham to ease their relegation concerns. from The 42 https://ift.tt/xWgFrqf

digisk 2 Apr, 2024
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Meath victorious in Leinster opener, Laois and Wicklow reach knockout stages

In the Munster minor football championship, there were first round wins for Clare and Tipperary. from The 42 https://ift.tt/LkWKVZN

digisk 2 Apr, 2024
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'I’ve damaged my body': Man United's Varane highlights the danger of heading football

Varane says that he advises his seven-year-old son not to head the ball when he plays. from The 42 https://ift.tt/EClKRQu

digisk 2 Apr, 2024
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Support for West Ham star after middle-finger gesture towards fans

David Moyes has called on angry supporters to back Kalvin Phillips. from The 42 https://ift.tt/XqQ1zsB

digisk 1 Apr, 2024
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Shelbourne play out stalemate with Derry but extend lead at top to eight points

Goalless at Tolka Park as Candystripes miss chance to cut gap on Damien Duff’s side. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ha3R70m

digisk 1 Apr, 2024