December 2024

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Arsenal must ‘continue to be like a hammer’ in Liverpool chase

The Gunners travel to Brentford on Wednesday nine points adrift of Arne Slot’s rampant Reds. from The 42 https://ift.tt/TsXqwOz

digisk 1 Jan, 2025
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6 Irish players who moved abroad in 2024 and 5 who could follow

Featuring St Patrick’s Athletic’s Mason Melia and others tipped to go elsewhere. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Mk65r1z

digisk 1 Jan, 2025
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7 Premier League predictions for 2025

Liverpool to win the title and other calls for the next 12 months. from The 42 https://ift.tt/0IeGD17

digisk 31 Dec, 2024
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Chelsea suffer shock loss as Ipswich end 22-year wait for home Premier League win

Liam Delap scored and assisted in the Tractor Boys’ surprise victory. from The 42 https://ift.tt/s3K6HY5

digisk 30 Dec, 2024
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Juve draw as match interrupted after Vlahovic abuse, Napoli go joint top

Vlahovic was subject to racist chants from sections of the support of his former side. from The 42 https://ift.tt/BQZeKDO

digisk 29 Dec, 2024
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Liverpool outclass West Ham to go 8 points clear

Arne Slot’s side are were far too good for the Hammers today. from The 42 https://ift.tt/upslwJn

digisk 29 Dec, 2024
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Atalanta snatch late draw at Lazio to hold Serie A lead

Champions Inter are a point behind with a game in hand after a 3-0 win at Cagliari. from The 42 https://ift.tt/zUK9MxF

digisk 28 Dec, 2024
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Ulster's young guns end losing streak with brilliant win in Galway

Richie Murphy’s men were fully deserving winners against Connacht. from The 42 https://ift.tt/gJZGoYC

digisk 28 Dec, 2024
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LIVE: Connacht v Ulster, URC

Kick-off at Dexcom Stadium is at 7:35pm. from The 42 https://ift.tt/URg5EGK

digisk 28 Dec, 2024
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Leinster power to bonus-point win on tough night for Munster at Thomond

It was a dispiriting day for the southern province as their A team also lost at home to Leinster. from The 42 https://ift.tt/GWzNa3w

digisk 27 Dec, 2024
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Derry City midfielder Patching set to join Carlisle United

Patching makes the move after over 130 appearances for Derry City, scoring 35 goals for the club. from The 42 https://ift.tt/BSfk8AZ

digisk 27 Dec, 2024
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LIVE: Munster v Leinster, URC

The old rivals meet at Thomond Park at 7:35pm. from The 42 https://ift.tt/37i9vJw

digisk 27 Dec, 2024
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Liverpool recover from conceding early goal to go seven points clear

Cody Gakpo, Curtis Jones and Mohamed Salah secured the win for Liverpool after Jordan Ayew put Leicester ahead. from The 42 https://ift.tt...

digisk 26 Dec, 2024
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'It will be a long journey and this moment will be really tough'

Amorim has won just two of his first seven Premier League games to leave United languishing down in 14th from The 42 https://ift.tt/r64bVW...

digisk 26 Dec, 2024
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Fernandes sent off as Wolves heap misery on Man United

Matheus Cunha scored the opener directly from a corner. from The 42 https://ift.tt/u6kbahC

digisk 26 Dec, 2024
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Here's your essential TV guide for the live sport on Christmas week

Plenty to get stuck into over the next few days. from The 42 https://ift.tt/jrQsdUb

digisk 26 Dec, 2024
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From a player fallout in his debut season to Limerick retirement with five All-Irelands

Graeme Mulcahy speaks to The42 after his inter-county retirement in October. from The 42 https://ift.tt/WcQMUlo

digisk 26 Dec, 2024
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'If fans can't get access to a game, there's hell to pay' - GAA streaming in post-Covid times

Sinéad Farrell speaks to the owners of Clubber and Streamsport about their work in covering club games. from The 42 https://ift.tt/vA6zaB7...

digisk 25 Dec, 2024
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West Brom boss lands new role as manager of La Liga strugglers Valencia

Carlos Corberan takes over from Ruben Baraja who was dismissed earlier this week. from The 42 https://ift.tt/FA8Nos5

digisk 25 Dec, 2024
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Gorta Mór to the Promised Land - Kerry's All-Ireland breakthrough

The Kingdom won their first LGFA senior title since 1993 this year. from The 42 https://ift.tt/DzxT672

digisk 25 Dec, 2024
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'I would take him to any club as No 1' - How Kelleher became too good to be Alisson's backup

We chart Caoimhín Kelleher’s development at Liverpool, at the end of the year in which he proved he is much too good to be sitting on the be...

digisk 25 Dec, 2024
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'History had just been made' - Teddy Mc, Jack Lynch, and Cork All-Ireland dual stars

The history-making and All-Ireland winning exploits of Cork’s Teddy McCarthy in 1990 caught the imagination. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ch...

digisk 24 Dec, 2024
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'Were you p***ed when you saw him?' The highs and lows of 40 years as a football scout

Paul Montgomery on Didier Drogba, Stephen Carr, Bobby Robson and a life immersed in the beautiful game. from The 42 https://ift.tt/3hADyFO...

digisk 23 Dec, 2024
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Injury-hit Munster set for brutal test from 'brilliantly boring' Leinster

Defence coach Denis Leamy was pleased with his men’s efforts against Ulster. from The 42 https://ift.tt/R4exsvM

digisk 23 Dec, 2024
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Kerry great Ní Mhuircheartaigh announces inter-county retirement

The forward won five All-Star awards during her career. from The 42 https://ift.tt/fMLxBr2

digisk 22 Dec, 2024
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Liverpool hit Tottenham for six and extend lead at top after nine-goal thriller

Braces by Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah inspired Liverpool to a 6-3 triumph over Tottenham. from The 42 https://ift.tt/LYNRdOA

digisk 22 Dec, 2024
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Leinster hold off spirited Connacht rally to edge Aviva interpro

Leo Cullen’s side remain unbeaten this season. from The 42 https://ift.tt/msYMLJV

digisk 21 Dec, 2024
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‘Proud’ Pep Guardiola defends Erling Haaland as City’s miserable run continues

“Without him we will be even worse,” the manager said. from The 42 https://ift.tt/rTeLNUP

digisk 21 Dec, 2024
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Farrell the hat-trick try hero for Munster as they pinch the points away to Ulster

Late, late show for the visitors as they pulled victory out of the bag when all seemed lost. from The 42 https://ift.tt/QL1KisB

digisk 20 Dec, 2024
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Conor Hourihane retires from playing and takes permanent Barnsley coaching role

At international level Hourihane won 36 caps for Ireland and scored one goal. from The 42 https://ift.tt/bwcnP59

digisk 20 Dec, 2024
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3 Irish golfers secure full cards on Ladies European Tour for 2025 season

In addition amateur Canice Screene claimed some Ladies European Tour status next year. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Sv0LMZD

digisk 20 Dec, 2024
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LIVE: Ulster v Munster, URC

Follow all the action as it happens in Belfast. from The 42 https://ift.tt/W6Sk2Rr

digisk 20 Dec, 2024
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Extraordinary game sees Spurs edge Man United despite two Forster howlers

The Red Devils threatened a dramatic comeback from 3-0 down before Son Heung-min scored directly from a corner. from The 42 https://ift.tt...

digisk 19 Dec, 2024
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League of Ireland champions Shelbourne announce two new signings

Daniel Kelly and Ellis Chapman become Damien Duff’s second and thiid signings of the off-season. from The 42 https://ift.tt/gZAlWnY

digisk 19 Dec, 2024
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From the building site to Ally Pally: The double life of tungsten technician Mickey Mansell

It’s not all glamour beyond the packaging from Sky and Barry Hearn. from The 42 https://ift.tt/1dtjw5i

digisk 19 Dec, 2024
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Kerry FC confirm arrival of new American-based co-owner

Tralee native John Wall injected €1.5 million into the club earlier this month, according to reports. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ka8BItf

digisk 19 Dec, 2024
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Jesus-inspired Arsenal edge Crystal Palace in 5-goal thriller

The Gunners have secured a spot in the League Cup semi-finals. from The 42 https://ift.tt/VzflKhc

digisk 18 Dec, 2024
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Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley on Millwall links - 'My son and his illness comes before anything'

Hoops head coach addresses future on eve of UEFA Conference League clash with Chelsea as Championship club show interest. from The 42 http...

digisk 18 Dec, 2024
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Sergio Perez loses Red Bull seat after frustrating 2024 campaign

The Mexican finished a whopping 285 points behind team-mate Max Verstappen. from The 42 https://ift.tt/eFXq2Pb

digisk 18 Dec, 2024
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Ryan Meikle denies Fallon Sherrock chance of Luke Littler clash

The first female player to win a match in the tournament in December 2019 came close to another victory. from The 42 https://ift.tt/r8v0mw...

digisk 18 Dec, 2024
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Keely Hodgkinson wins BBC Sports Personality of the Year

The award caps a brilliant 12 months for the 22-year-old track star. from The 42 https://ift.tt/X1pO70g

digisk 17 Dec, 2024
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'I’m ready for a new challenge' - Marcus Rashford

The striker was left out of the squad for Sunday’s Manchester derby. from The 42 https://ift.tt/3aKQPjV

digisk 17 Dec, 2024
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Vinicius, Bonmati and Garnacho among winners at Fifa Best awards

The Real Madrid star was snubbed for the Ballon d’Or earlier this year. from The 42 https://ift.tt/JS82fr5

digisk 17 Dec, 2024
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Mayo goalkeeper Hennelly retires from inter-county game

Hennelly made his Mayo senior debut in 2011 against Kerry in the Allianz League in MacHale Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/tCs5q36

digisk 16 Dec, 2024
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Ireland's conquerors Wales will face defending champions England in Euro 2025 group stage

The sides will meet in Group D in Switzerland. from The 42 https://ift.tt/nNzaru2

digisk 16 Dec, 2024
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Sarsfields and Na Fianna savour the joy, Slaughtneil and Loughrea face regrets

A look at the key talking points after yesterday’s semi-finals in Newbridge and Thurles. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ELfeh0y

digisk 16 Dec, 2024
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Chelsea move to within two points of Premier League summit while Spurs rout Southampton

Cucurella and Jackson were on target for Maresca’s team; James Maddison bagged a brace for Tottenham. from The 42 https://ift.tt/SvNr3Mg

digisk 15 Dec, 2024
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Manchester United late show deepens City crisis

Bruno Fernandes penalty levelled score before Amad Diallo grabbed winner. from The 42 https://ift.tt/XW3okwL

digisk 15 Dec, 2024
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Brilliant Kilkerrin-Clonberne hold off Kilmacud Crokes to seal All-Ireland four in a row

Chloe Miskell kicked 0-4 for the Galway champions at Croke Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/VC4qTMx

digisk 14 Dec, 2024
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Bordeaux's second-half blitz consigns Ulster to more Champions Cup misery

Richie Murphy’s side couldn’t live with Bordeaux’s finishing power at Kingspan Stadium. from The 42 https://ift.tt/XEKdOB7

digisk 14 Dec, 2024
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LIVE: Castres v Munster, Champions Cup

Can Munster make it two wins from two in Europe against their old friends from France? from The 42 https://ift.tt/ONWLmYp

digisk 13 Dec, 2024
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Know your sport? Take our weekly quiz

How closely have you been paying attention to the headlines? from The 42 https://ift.tt/OWKpiMk

digisk 13 Dec, 2024
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Ryan advances to 50m backstroke final as Walshe breaks sixth Irish record

Meanwhile, Danielle Hill narrowly missed out on breaking her own Irish record in the 50m backstroke. from The 42 https://ift.tt/6w2noMq

digisk 12 Dec, 2024
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Hojlund brace rallies Man United to earn crucial Europa League win

Ruben Amorim has registered his first away win as head coach. from The 42 https://ift.tt/dp0gFPN

digisk 12 Dec, 2024
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Kyle Walker reveals ‘vile, racist and threatening’ abuse after Juventus loss

Walker shared an Instagram message he was sent after Manchester City’s 2-0 defeat in Turin. from The 42 https://ift.tt/dGDVPfy

digisk 12 Dec, 2024
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Man City suffer seventh defeat in 10 matches

Juventus were too strong for Pep Guardiola’s side. from The 42 https://ift.tt/A7i5a4I

digisk 11 Dec, 2024
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Irishman Davidson continues to forge his own path in France

The former Ireland and Lions lock will leave Castres at the end of this season. from The 42 https://ift.tt/h1YVF4Q

digisk 11 Dec, 2024
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Eileen Gleeson to leave role as Ireland boss

The news comes following the team’s failure to qualify for the Euros. from The 42 https://ift.tt/02RE8Nf

digisk 11 Dec, 2024
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Here are the 2025 Fitzgibbon Cup and Sigerson Cup draws

The finals this year will be hosted by the University of Galway. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ynQBSoV

digisk 11 Dec, 2024
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Mo Salah strikes to maintain Liverpool's 100% record in Champions League

Forward’s penalty was enough for a 1-0 away win Girona to make it six wins on the spin and almost gurantee a place in the last eight. from...

digisk 10 Dec, 2024
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Emotionally stirred

David, Gav and Shane discuss Damien Duff’s wardrobe blunder, the ‘least worst’ type of football club ownership, whether Ange is still the ma...

digisk 10 Dec, 2024
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Former England rugby player believed to have died after car swept away in river

Northumbria Police officers are searching for Tom Voyce, who has not been seen since Saturday. from The 42 https://ift.tt/vPaApdZ

digisk 10 Dec, 2024
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Draw made for Dr Harty Cup quarter-finals in Munster

The games will take place on Wednesday 8 January. from The 42 https://ift.tt/4q3wECk

digisk 9 Dec, 2024
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How Leinster cut Bristol open for Prendergast's try to begin the blitz

Jordie Barrett was the fulcrum for a classy Leinster play from a scrum on the left. from The 42 https://ift.tt/FErilLz

digisk 9 Dec, 2024
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Nominees announced for Manager of the Year at 2024 RTÉ Sport Awards

The event takes place this Sunday night 15 December. from The 42 https://ift.tt/EJrtdxq

digisk 9 Dec, 2024
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GAA announce ticket details for 2025 leagues with change to U16 admission fees

Elswhere prices for adults will remain unchanged. from The 42 https://ift.tt/H0kuiPC

digisk 9 Dec, 2024
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Chelsea beat Spurs in seven-goal thriller to go second

The Blues came from 2-0 down to win 4-3. from The 42 https://ift.tt/39VmOiE

digisk 8 Dec, 2024
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Ireland underage star makes WSL debut as internationals return after Euro play-off pain

Meanwhile, Peamount United have announced their new management team. from The 42 https://ift.tt/pvzNXLh

digisk 8 Dec, 2024
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RTÉ reveal 12 Sportsperson of the Year nominees

Katie Taylor is among the athletes recognised. from The 42 https://ift.tt/mxEJQb3

digisk 7 Dec, 2024
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Daly's moment of magic the highlight as Munster put 13-man Stade Francais to the sword

Thaakir Abrahams, Alex Kendellen, Tom Farrell and Gavin Coombes also crossed in a five-try win. from The 42 https://ift.tt/PRALwC4

digisk 7 Dec, 2024
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Atalanta move to top of Serie A after win over AC Milan as Inter maintain chase

Ademola Lookman scored the decisive goal for Atalanta in their win over AC Milan. from The 42 https://ift.tt/loJ1Kk6

digisk 6 Dec, 2024
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Former Republic of Ireland international Noel Hunt appointed new Reading manager

The Waterford moves from his role as the club’s U21 manager to taking over from Ruben Selles. from The 42 https://ift.tt/xvNEgbz

digisk 6 Dec, 2024
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Know your sport? Take our weekly quiz

How closely were you paying attention this week? from The 42 https://ift.tt/WbSo5pN

digisk 6 Dec, 2024
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'I was born running in the roads playing touch rugby. It was always part of me'

Thaakir Abrahams is enjoying life in Limerick after a challenging start to his Munster career. from The 42 https://ift.tt/9ZkUCga

digisk 6 Dec, 2024
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Alex Iwobi brace gives Fulham victory over Brighton

Irish international Evan Ferguson came on for the final 10 minutes but could not rescue the Seagulls. from The 42 https://ift.tt/sF3Uniz

digisk 5 Dec, 2024
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Man City land Juventus and Chelsea get Flamengo as part of Club World Cup draw

The new 32-team competition, championed by FIFA president Gianni Infantino, will be hosted in the United States next summer. from The 42 h...

digisk 5 Dec, 2024
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FAI vote in favour of moving all parts of the game to an aligned calendar season

Tonight’s vote is a significant endorsement of Marc Canham’s player pathways plan. from The 42 https://ift.tt/PJOSw7H

digisk 5 Dec, 2024
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Man City end 7-game winless run

Pep Guardiola’s side were too good for Nottingham Forest. from The 42 https://ift.tt/y0qfHz8

digisk 4 Dec, 2024
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Moment to forget for Kelleher as Newcastle deny Liverpool in thriller

A Mo Salah brace looked set to secure three points for the Reds. from The 42 https://ift.tt/filVztb

digisk 4 Dec, 2024
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Regret, pain, hope: One chapter closes, but this generation have inspired the next

‘Selfishly, and perhaps wrongly, I feel like I have been on the journey with this Irish team,’ writes Emma Duffy. from The 42 https://ift....

digisk 4 Dec, 2024
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Heartbreak for Ireland as Wales beat them to historic Euro 2025 qualification

Eileen Gleeson’s side fell to a gut-wrenching 2-1 defeat at the Aviva Stadium. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Kjd9RLV

digisk 3 Dec, 2024
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St Pat's boss Stephen Kenny hails signing of Northern Ireland U21 international Barry Baggley

Bohemians have also confirmed that goalkeeper James Talbot has agreed fresh terms at Dalymount Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/9eDIZ2z

digisk 3 Dec, 2024
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LIVE: Republic of Ireland v Wales, Euro 2025 playoff, second leg

Follow all the action as Eileen Gleeson’s side hope to complete their mission of securing qualification. from The 42 https://ift.tt/8GBK70...

digisk 3 Dec, 2024
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Barrett boosts Leinster as they go again for Champions Cup glory

Leo Cullen has guided his team to three consecutive finals but they haven’t cleared the last hurdle. from The 42 https://ift.tt/fXmZ753

digisk 3 Dec, 2024
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Ticket price hikes part of wider cost-saving measures – Manchester United

Last week the club communicated the mid-season decision to raise prices to €80 per match. from The 42 https://ift.tt/gZiVTY2

digisk 2 Dec, 2024
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Arsenal to host Man Utd in FA Cup blockbuster

Liverpool are at home to League Two opponents in Accrington Stanley. from The 42 https://ift.tt/FxIJf6X

digisk 2 Dec, 2024
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Newbridge and Thurles to host All-Ireland club hurling semi-finals

Both games are due to be played on Sunday, 15 December from The 42 https://ift.tt/xDBnHcj

digisk 2 Dec, 2024
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Max Verstappen wins chaotic Qatar Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton suffers another miserable evening in his penultimate Mercedes appearance. from The 42 https://ift.tt/0gKYDcq

digisk 1 Dec, 2024
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Galway's Kilkerrin-Clonberne maintain All-Ireland four in-a-row push

They defeated Clann Éireann this afternoon to set-up a mouthwatering final with Kilmacud Crokes. from The 42 https://ift.tt/P6oL4Nt

digisk 1 Dec, 2024