October 2024

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O'Gara not interested in Munster job but says 'solution already in the building'

O’Gara has strongly backed Mike Prendergast and Denis Leamy to lead the province into the future with the help of a more seasoned third figu...

digisk 1 Nov, 2024
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Quiet words and massive influence: Sexton takes on fluid role with Ireland for November

Simon Easterby confirmed that the former captain will join camp intermittently, and that his role will not exclusively pertain to Ireland’s ...

digisk 1 Nov, 2024
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Verstappen blasts 'biased' critics after Damon Hill's Dick Dastardly comparisons

‘I’m a three-time world champion. It’s my 10th year in Formula One. I know what I’m doing.’ from The 42 https://ift.tt/B3u56EF

digisk 31 Oct, 2024
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Evan Ferguson starts for Brighton but Cody Gakpo is Liverpool's star of the show

Dutch forward nets a brace in 3-2 win as late rally not enough for home side. from The 42 https://ift.tt/2saNd8u

digisk 30 Oct, 2024
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Autumn Tests have been a happy hunting ground for Ireland

Andy Farrell’s side have four big games in Dublin over the coming weeks. from The 42 https://ift.tt/PXBDo9W

digisk 30 Oct, 2024
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LIVE: Republic of Ireland v Georgia, Euro 2025 play-off second leg

Eileen Gleeson’s side are looking to set-up a play-off final against Wales or Slovakia. from The 42 https://ift.tt/TOvntSp

digisk 29 Oct, 2024
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Wexford, Munster and Ulster GAA club action live on TV this weekend

Plenty for GAA fans to enjoy. from The 42 https://ift.tt/OirMoLb

digisk 29 Oct, 2024
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Will Damien Duff change Irish football?

AS THE LEAGUE of Ireland season draws towards its nerve-shredding final day, Gav and Sinead discuss the boom in popularity of domestic footb...

digisk 29 Oct, 2024
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Bray Wanderers and Athlone Town to meet in First Division play-off final

The overcame UCD and Wexford respectively across two legs. from The 42 https://ift.tt/n8GNUFP

digisk 28 Oct, 2024
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4 talking points after weekend of shock exits and big club championship wins

It was another action-packed weekend in the club championships. from The 42 https://ift.tt/CmnLOkr

digisk 28 Oct, 2024
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Two men found guilty for murder of Ugandan Olympic runner Benjamin Kiplagat

Benjamin Kiplagat was found stabbed to death on New Year’s Eve. from The 42 https://ift.tt/vRx8QMA

digisk 28 Oct, 2024
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Dublin Marathon winners cross the line with new national record set by Dundrum runner

Dundrum South Dublin AC’s Hiko Tonosa crossed the line with a time of 2:09:42 that earned him the title of the new national record holder. ...

digisk 27 Oct, 2024
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'It's a bad one' - Ogbene suffers suspected Achilles injury

Ireland manager Heimir Halgrímsson is set to name his next squad on 7 November. from The 42 https://ift.tt/zvSmgKH

digisk 26 Oct, 2024
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Munster overpowered by Sharks but pick up bonus point in heavy defeat

Late tries by Calvin Nash and Tadhg Beirne ensured Munster didn’t leave South Africa empty-handed. from The 42 https://ift.tt/6Z7qzVu

digisk 26 Oct, 2024
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'A win, some good goals and a nice halfway point' - Gleeson wants more after Georgia rout

Ireland eventually cruised to 6-0 victory in Tbilisi. from The 42 https://ift.tt/dpgD250

digisk 25 Oct, 2024
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Ireland cruise to comprehensive Euro 2025 play-off win in Georgia

Katie McCabe (two), Kyra Carusa, Jessie Stapleton, Marissa Sheva and Aoife Mannion all scored in Tbilisi. from The 42 https://ift.tt/MpLBc...

digisk 25 Oct, 2024
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Shamrock Rovers a class above Larne in Conference League battle of Irish champions

Graham Burke the star of the show as Hoops cruise to 4-1 win at Windsor Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/UaeY3sd

digisk 24 Oct, 2024
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Cork appointment 'boost', stacked backroom team and targetting top-flight return

Joe Carroll is the new Cork LGFA manager. from The 42 https://ift.tt/0e4bZwa

digisk 24 Oct, 2024
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Shark Hanlon has suspension of licence reduced to six months

The ban may yet be reduced to three months. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ido3PzI

digisk 23 Oct, 2024
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Arsenal grind out win over Shakhtar in Champions League

Response to Bournemouth blow unconvincing, but own goal gives Gunners victory. from The 42 https://ift.tt/5Us4cXD

digisk 22 Oct, 2024
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Long-serving Peamount United manager James O'Callaghan steps down

O’Callaghan departs after three league title lifts. from The 42 https://ift.tt/mZPcpI1

digisk 22 Oct, 2024
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Connacht head coach urges Ioane to 'be brave' in finding form

Pete Wilkins also says that Jack Carty remains key to their plans despite coming under pressure from Ioane. from The 42 https://ift.tt/iCR...

digisk 22 Oct, 2024
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Crystal Palace's winless run continues as Forest earn much-needed victory

Chris Wood was on target in the second half for Forest. from The 42 https://ift.tt/0nplfO6

digisk 21 Oct, 2024
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Neymar makes first competitive appearance one year after ACL injury

The Brazil international came on as a second-half substitute for Al Hilal. from The 42 https://ift.tt/unRU2C6

digisk 21 Oct, 2024
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Conor Purcell on cusp of DP World Tour promotion after victory in China

The Dubliner has won for the second time this season. from The 42 https://ift.tt/XY4bkHM

digisk 20 Oct, 2024
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Pearses land Roscommon title, Screeney fires 0-10 in Offaly hurling final victory

In Meath, Dunshaughlin were crowned senior football champions. from The 42 https://ift.tt/nKaTWhg

digisk 20 Oct, 2024
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Athenry return to Galway's top tier as St Loman's retain Westmeath crown after penalties

Meanwhile, Adare have dethroned Limerick SFC three-in-a-row champions Newcastle West. from The 42 https://ift.tt/R76Enbp

digisk 19 Oct, 2024
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Sloppy Munster come away empty-handed from Stormers defeat

A last-play gift for the Stormers to secure their bonus point summed up Munster’s day in Cape Town. from The 42 https://ift.tt/OMrGwyj

digisk 19 Oct, 2024
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Dundalk relegated to First Division after Derry City defeat

The Lilywhites have suffered the drop with two fixtures left to play. from The 42 https://ift.tt/tBjJCV5

digisk 18 Oct, 2024
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Shelbourne end 6-game winless run and revive title bid

Damien Duff’s men picked up a vital win tonight at home to Waterford. from The 42 https://ift.tt/fKo3HSV

digisk 18 Oct, 2024
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Sunday's Mayo football final postponed due to orange weather warning

Contingency plans have also been made for the Galway hurling semis in the event of postponement. from The 42 https://ift.tt/qBAfJoT

digisk 18 Oct, 2024
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'The friendship is unbelievable. You're playing for your community'

Tipperary club Nenagh Ormond RFC are on the crest of a wave in the All-Ireland League. from The 42 https://ift.tt/E1u0ewY

digisk 17 Oct, 2024
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What do you think of Dublin's alternate GAA jersey?

The jersey will be worn by the Dublin senior men’s and Ladies football teams, as well as the county’s hurling and camogie squads. from The...

digisk 17 Oct, 2024
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Leinster's ruthless, deceptive 22 work drives strong start to season

Jamison Gibson-Park’s passing has helped Leinster’s carriers to win the gainline. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Pb0DiuK

digisk 16 Oct, 2024
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'I don’t think there is any place for the penalty shootout in hurling'

Dessie Hutchinson’s Ballygunner were eliminated from the All-Ireland championship after a shootout. from The 42 https://ift.tt/HTiIPFS

digisk 16 Oct, 2024
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Defending champions Spain reach Nations League quarter-finals as Northern Ireland win 5-0

Northern Ireland crushed Bulgaria 5-0. from The 42 https://ift.tt/EUoTNHC

digisk 16 Oct, 2024
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Scotland frustrate Ronaldo's Portugal in stalemate

The home side held out to secure their first point in the top tier of the Nations League. from The 42 https://ift.tt/W87oigK

digisk 15 Oct, 2024
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Mark McHugh included as Dermot McCabe becomes new Westmeath manager

McCabe replaces Dessie Dolan who stepped down in August. from The 42 https://ift.tt/MQxaeDO

digisk 15 Oct, 2024
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Heroic Ireland U21s push Italy all the way but fall short in Euros qualification bid

Jim Crawford’s side played out a draw which sees them bow out. from The 42 https://ift.tt/V5AZj0p

digisk 15 Oct, 2024
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Derry City pass up another chance to go top after being held 1-1 by Sligo Rovers

Shelbourne remain top as the title is no longer in Derry City’s own hands. from The 42 https://ift.tt/1grPXf3

digisk 14 Oct, 2024
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Kerry, Galway and Armagh stars nominated for senior player of the year award

The intermediate shortlist features two players from champions Leitrim. from The 42 https://ift.tt/8RdmONp

digisk 14 Oct, 2024
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Munster announce streaming coverage for Thomond Park game against All Blacks XV

The game takes place on Saturday 2 November. from The 42 https://ift.tt/cEeUZQb

digisk 14 Oct, 2024
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As it happened: Uefa Nations League, Greece v Ireland

Follow the action live as Ireland seek to follow up their win in Helsinki. from The 42 https://ift.tt/pGZw2On

digisk 13 Oct, 2024
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St Eunan's end 3-year wait to secure 16th Donegal title

Three stoppage-time points saw off the challenge of Dungloe. from The 42 https://ift.tt/uGr3U7p

digisk 13 Oct, 2024
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Dr Crokes end five-year wait for Kerry SFC final appearance after dogged win

St Brendan’s battled all the way in a five-point defeat. from The 42 https://ift.tt/JK1XuYG

digisk 12 Oct, 2024
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LIVE: Leinster v Munster, United Rugby Championship

All eyes on a sold-out Croke Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/JCwuleE

digisk 12 Oct, 2024
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Ireland suffer late heartbreak against Norway

A controversial last-gasp goal denied the hosts a guaranteed European U21 Championship play-off spot. from The 42 https://ift.tt/QHlZdS3

digisk 11 Oct, 2024
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International arrest warrant issued for former Leinster and Wallabies star Elsom

The backrow forward played 75 times for Australia and had a stint with the Irish side between 2008 and 2009. from The 42 https://ift.tt/53...

digisk 11 Oct, 2024
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Greece shock England to top Ireland's group

Lee Carsley’s chances of becoming Gareth Southgate’s permanent successor received a major blow. from The 42 https://ift.tt/BSCy1cP

digisk 11 Oct, 2024
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Evan Ferguson returns to lead Ireland attack as Finn Azaz makes competitive debut

Liam Scales and Josh Cullen also come into the side to face Finland with kick-off in Helsinki at 7.45pm Irish time. from The 42 https://if...

digisk 10 Oct, 2024
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Emerging Ireland finish with a flourish to end South Africa trip unbeaten

Simon Easterby’s men delivered a big second half to beat the Cheetahs. from The 42 https://ift.tt/51JceEY

digisk 9 Oct, 2024
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'No one had given us a chance, if we're being real' - Athlone Town's dual star captain

Laurie Ryan reflects on her side’s first league success and a bittersweet weekend on a personal level. from The 42 https://ift.tt/izMsqad ...

digisk 9 Oct, 2024
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Leitrim boss Graham steps down due to 'circumstances beyond his control'

2020 Ulster-winning boss was appointed in early August. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ptiWEyV

digisk 8 Oct, 2024
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Former Irish rugby international Brendan Mullin goes on trial accused of stealing €500,000 from bank

The 60-year-old pleaded not guilty to 15 charges against him at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court today. from The 42 https://ift.tt/nh3eCiR

digisk 8 Oct, 2024
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Leinster get Croker history lesson with 74,000 tickets sold for Munster clash

Paul Rouse visited the Leinster squad yesterday to outline the venue’s past. from The 42 https://ift.tt/2BaiQfT

digisk 8 Oct, 2024
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Ireland manager prepares new solutions to avoid same old problems

Trips to Finland and Greece in the Nations League this week are latest test for Heimir Hallgrímsson and his players. from The 42 https://i...

digisk 8 Oct, 2024
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Can Ferguson and Szmodics combine in an Ireland attack that needs inspiration?

Manager Heimir Hallgrímsson is ready to experiment in Nations League games this week. from The 42 https://ift.tt/moIQA84

digisk 7 Oct, 2024
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Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Finland?

Heimir Hallgrímsson has some tough calls to make in the coming days. from The 42 https://ift.tt/kxsj4nD

digisk 7 Oct, 2024
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Semi-final hurling pairings confirmed in Galway, Limerick, and Kilkenny

A fourth senior title in five seasons was secured by Clough-Ballacolla in Laois today. from The 42 https://ift.tt/K12uN53

digisk 6 Oct, 2024
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Hatton ties St Andrews course record to close in on Dunhill Links hat-trick

Tom McKibbin’s Saturday 66 moves him into a share of 22nd place. from The 42 https://ift.tt/yGfoWVE

digisk 5 Oct, 2024
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Stunning Michael Duffy double sends Derry City into FAI Cup final

Candystripes prove a class apart as they cruise to 2-0 win over Bohemians at Dalymount Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/M9UBoqZ

digisk 4 Oct, 2024
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Pogba's doping ban cut to 18 months from four years

Pogba tested positive for testosterone in August 2023. from The 42 https://ift.tt/MJAVlb0

digisk 4 Oct, 2024
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Colsaerts and John share lead at Alfred Dunhill Links, Power in the mix in Mississippi

There are several Irish golfers in action. from The 42 https://ift.tt/I9LX5zl

digisk 4 Oct, 2024
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'Running is part of who I am' - Finding enjoyment in athletics again after resenting it

Parkrun drew David Gillick back in. from The 42 https://ift.tt/IFKxCXf

digisk 3 Oct, 2024
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'I've Pete alongside me... He's certainly still doing a lot in terms of leadership and speaking'

Tadhg Beirne on becoming Munster’s eighth full-time captain in the professional era. from The 42 https://ift.tt/t5gKL0V

digisk 2 Oct, 2024
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The GAA managers juggling new county roles with chasing club glory

Three managers are embroiled in their club campaigns, while they have committed to a county job in 2025. from The 42 https://ift.tt/16Cmrp...

digisk 1 Oct, 2024