May 2026

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Extraordinary numbers turn out to celebrate Arsenal’s title-winning season

Estimates have indicated that between 750,000 and one million euphoric fans lined the route for the parade. from The 42 https://ift.tt/IZ9...

digisk 31 May, 2026
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'It shouldn’t happen with two umpires there' - Bannigan reacts to ghost point

Mixture of pain and relief from either camp. from The 42 https://ift.tt/50ZLEHB

digisk 31 May, 2026
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Ireland's Lara Gillespie second on Women's Giro d'Italia

Back to back second-place finishes for Wicklow sprinter. from The 42 https://ift.tt/hl9wcK1

digisk 31 May, 2026
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Westmeath survive Cavan fightback to launch All-Ireland campaign with another extra-time win

Kevin O’Sullivan’s goal in extra-time helped power Westmeath to victory. from The 42 https://ift.tt/PMLW94S

digisk 30 May, 2026
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LIVE: Leinster v Lions, URC quarter-final

Irish hopes in the URC rest on Leinster’s shoulders from 8pm. from The 42 https://ift.tt/j4mBK0x

digisk 30 May, 2026
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Djokovic knocked out of French Open by Brazilian teenager

There will be a first-time men’s Grand Slam champion at Roland Garros. from The 42 https://ift.tt/g2i1Bh6

digisk 29 May, 2026
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Mikel Arteta says Arsenal ‘here to take away the trophy’ from Paris St Germain

In a significant boost to Arteta, defender Jurrien Timber, who has been sidelined for 76 days, will be fit to start at the Puskas Arena. f...

digisk 29 May, 2026
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Tennis ball protests increase pressure on authorities to act on Israel game

Even an early headed goal from Nathan Collins could not prevent a strange atmosphere at the Aviva. from The 42 https://ift.tt/i6pJqrF

digisk 28 May, 2026
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Ireland friendly with Qatar disrupted twice by protesters urging a boycott of Israel games

Groups of fans threw tennis balls on the pitch Aviva Stadium and chanted support for Palestine. from The 42 https://ift.tt/90leAcB

digisk 28 May, 2026
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Ireland international Agg confirmed as Athlone Town manager

The injured 22-cap midfielder takes charge of the champions on a long-term agreement. from The 42 https://ift.tt/DjCNLbM

digisk 28 May, 2026
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Crystal Palace secure maiden European trophy in Glasner farewell

They dashed Rayo Vallecano’s own hopes of their first major trophy. from The 42 https://ift.tt/xEuKJcl

digisk 27 May, 2026
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Barcelona agree €80m deal Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon

Gordon joined the Magpies from Everton in January 2023. from The 42 https://ift.tt/17Skn9d

digisk 27 May, 2026
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New Zealand dominate on opening day of Belfast Test

Tom Blundell and Rachin Ravindra centuries put New Zealand ahead,but Mark Adair and Liam McCarthy almost had Irish fans dreaming. from The...

digisk 27 May, 2026
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FIFA subpoenaed by two US states over World Cup ticketing practices

Allegations of “artificially inflating prices” and “misleading fans” over the sale of match tickets have been cited. from The 42 https://i...

digisk 27 May, 2026
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Searing heat, Belgian scrums, and the last of the mojitos: a magical, miserable weekend in Bilbao

Who’s ready for Lyon? Good luck: it’s currently 34 degrees there too. from The 42 https://ift.tt/9IRJ1el

digisk 26 May, 2026
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Fairytale winners and unabated joy should be glory enough for the provincial championships

Those who seek to give the provincials outsized importance in the All-Ireland race do both competitions a disservice, writes Micheál Cliffor...

digisk 26 May, 2026
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9 GAA games live on TV-streaming in next weekend's schedule

Plenty for fans to enjoy. from The 42 https://ift.tt/6StVHyc

digisk 26 May, 2026
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Derry City booed off at Celtic Park as winless run continues with Shelbourne stalemate

Candystripes held to tenth draw of season. from The 42 https://ift.tt/VRoPxQO

digisk 25 May, 2026
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‘I don’t like when people lie. He put words in my mouth’ – Bruno Fernandes hits back at Roy Keane

Former Manchester United and Ireland captain Keane appeared to have misinterpreted Fernandes’ comments. from The 42 https://ift.tt/VXRuaPM...

digisk 25 May, 2026
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Kimi Antonelli wins once again after George Russell retires in Montreal

The Mercedes pair exchanged the lead multiple times throughout a breathless opening 30 laps during the Canadian Grand Prix. from The 42 ht...

digisk 24 May, 2026
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'We forget the past? No, no, no, the stupid people forget the past'

Roberto de Zerbi says Tottenham rebuld starts ‘from this night’ and ‘not from 10 days’. from The 42 https://ift.tt/nJLuONb

digisk 24 May, 2026
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Cork hammer Clare and Kilkenny are out - snap reaction pod

Fintan O’Toole is joined by Syl O’Connor at Páirc Úi Chaoimh following the Rebels’ dominant win over the Banner. from The 42 https://ift.t...

digisk 24 May, 2026
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Barcelona thrash Lyon to win Women's Champions League

Ewa Pajor and Salma Paralluelo both scored twice. from The 42 https://ift.tt/az6xSXh

digisk 23 May, 2026
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Derry City draw for the ninth time in 18 games as season reaches midway point

Stalemate with St Patrick’s Athletic at Celtic Park leaves both sides frustrated. from The 42 https://ift.tt/shBZEzn

digisk 22 May, 2026
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Montpellier crush Ulster in Challenge Cup final; Connacht qualify for Champions Cup

The second-placed side in France’s Top 14 proved far too strong for an Ulster side depleted by injury. from The 42 https://ift.tt/rWoyXAC ...

digisk 22 May, 2026
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Alex Albon collides with groundhog in Canadian Grand Prix practice

The Williams driver crashed into the barriers and damaged his car after the unfortunate incident at turn seven. from The 42 https://ift.tt...

digisk 22 May, 2026
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Rob Downey returns as Cork name team for Munster SHC clash with Clare

Dublin also show hand for Kilkenny. from The 42 https://ift.tt/sAyMkle

digisk 21 May, 2026
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Southampton ‘deplorable’ for pressurising young staff member to spy, says EFL

The organisation has published its written reasons for expelling the club from the play-offs and docking them points for next season. from...

digisk 21 May, 2026
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Bordeaux's McNamara has always been a fella who was going places

The Clare native has coached in New Zealand, South Africa and France. from The 42 https://ift.tt/DnfEsg1

digisk 21 May, 2026
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Goals from Morgan and Shaughnessy help fire Galway to Leinster U20 glory

Galway got the better of Kilkenny to become provincial champions. from The 42 https://ift.tt/8ukwWCt

digisk 20 May, 2026
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New 400m personal best for Sharlene Mawdsley after brilliant victory in Italy

Mawdsley clocked a blistering time of 50.52 at the Savona International Meeting. from The 42 https://ift.tt/wnCBuFD

digisk 20 May, 2026
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Clarkson's continuing progress at tighthead a happy tale for Leinster

The 26-year-old has had to deal with ups and downs along the way. from The 42 https://ift.tt/DGdo6pE

digisk 20 May, 2026
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Spurs and West Ham's Premier League relegation battle goes to final day

Chelsea’s 2-1 win at Stamford Bridge sets up drama at bottom this Sunday. from The 42 https://ift.tt/hVyAUXt

digisk 19 May, 2026
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Arsenal crowned Premier League champions as Man City draw with Bournemouth

Pep Guardiola’s side needed to beat the Cherries to send the title race to the final day. from The 42 https://ift.tt/HXsmIh8

digisk 19 May, 2026
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Cork claim Munster minor title with extra-time win over Kerry

The home side won out by two points. from The 42 https://ift.tt/kzwjpXM

digisk 18 May, 2026
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How Leinster have used a 56-player squad to fight on two fronts

Post-Lions season was always likely to be a challenge but Leinster are well positioned. from The 42 https://ift.tt/exJnNf0

digisk 18 May, 2026
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Baloucoune in mix for Ulster selection for Challenge Cup final

The Ireland winger has been out since he injured his elbow back in March. from The 42 https://ift.tt/AZqxi6R

digisk 18 May, 2026
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Will Osula scores twice as Newcastle edge West Ham to brink of relegation

Even if Tottenham lose at Chelsea, the Hammers would need to beat Leeds and hope that their neighbours lose to Everton. from The 42 https:...

digisk 17 May, 2026
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'I don't think anybody will write us off as badly in the future' - Westmeath's day of glory

Mark McHugh’s side stunned Dublin to be crowned Leinster champions. from The 42 https://ift.tt/YvUezAf

digisk 17 May, 2026
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Kilkenny unleash second-half blitz against Kildare to win by 23 points

Cian Kenny was sent off for the Cats late in the first half. from The 42 https://ift.tt/M0QEh5m

digisk 16 May, 2026
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Jack Moylan becomes first Ireland player in 39 years to score debut hat-trick in 5-0 win

Tom Cannon also scores a brace off the bench as Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side cruise against Grenada. from The 42 https://ift.tt/jm0XAtQ

digisk 16 May, 2026
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Daniel Kelly delivers edge required for Shelbourne against St Patrick's Athletic

Joey O’Brien’s side produce sweet win in Dublin derby as substitutes combine for 1-0 win at Richmond Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/7WSB...

digisk 15 May, 2026
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Tipperary clinch third Munster MHC title in five seasons with Limerick win

Man of the match Conall Morrisson hit 2-4 for James Woodlock’s side. from The 42 https://ift.tt/kEyqDI3

digisk 15 May, 2026
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'Club legend': Katie McCabe to leave Arsenal

Saturday’s trip to face Liverpool at Anfield will be McCabe’s farewell match. from The 42 https://ift.tt/TVMUJ1l

digisk 14 May, 2026
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Madonna, Shakira, and BTS to headline first World Cup final half-time show

The show has raised concerns about how long the game’s half-time break will be. from The 42 https://ift.tt/IgPxE6e

digisk 14 May, 2026
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Tyrone U20 dominance continues as they reach All-Ireland final with win over Kildare

Five points separated the teams in Cavan. from The 42 https://ift.tt/6zIlSCA

digisk 13 May, 2026
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'I'm invited to a hurling match': Ryder Cup captain Furyk in line to attend Limerick-Tipperary

The US captain is heading to Ireland shortly to visit Adare Manor. from The 42 https://ift.tt/6xk2yce

digisk 13 May, 2026
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McIlroy to begin PGA Championship challenge alongside Rahm and Spieth

The four Irish participants learned their groupings on Tuesday, with a late start for Shane Lowry in his first round. from The 42 https://...

digisk 12 May, 2026
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Howard Webb: Decision to disallow West Ham goal v Arsenal ‘categorically’ right

Audio of the officials’ deliberation over the incident was played on tonight’s Mic’d Up programme. from The 42 https://ift.tt/GEwON8g

digisk 12 May, 2026
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Iker Casillas opposes Jose Mourinho return as Florentino Perez rounds on critics

Real Madrid’s president did not address a reported move to bring back the club’s former coach during a combative hour-plus press conference ...

digisk 12 May, 2026
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Motion for 'equitable promotion' across all four GAA codes passed at GPA AGM

The nine motions which were discussed at an online meeting were passed. from The 42 https://ift.tt/fxv6Cmh

digisk 11 May, 2026
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Kerry power away from Clare in second half to join Cork in Munster minor football final

Cork and Kerry will meet in the Munster final for the fifth year-in-a-row next Monday. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ogi9Ttv

digisk 11 May, 2026
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Connected, confident Connacht prove too good for Munster

Ben Murphy’s nine-phase score showed how dangerous the westerners are. from The 42 https://ift.tt/aGswLmu

digisk 11 May, 2026
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'If we hadn't won tonight, the dream of winning the league was over'

Ronan O’Gara praises La Rochelle players after nail-biting 26-24 victory over Racing 92. from The 42 https://ift.tt/oBSDWnl

digisk 10 May, 2026
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Rashford screamer helps Barcelona to La Liga title with win over Real Madrid

England international struck stunning free-kick in 2-0 win at Camp Nou. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ANgiH2e

digisk 10 May, 2026
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Mikel Arteta hails officials for 'brave' VAR call as Jarrod Bowen fumes at decision

West Ham had a late equaliser ruled out after goalkeeper David Raya was adjudged to have been fouled. from The 42 https://ift.tt/q9I5WHC

digisk 10 May, 2026
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Heartwarming moment as Seán Cox presents special jersey to Liverpool's Mo Salah

The St. Peter’s Dunboyne GAA jersey has Salah’s name an iconic number 11 on the back. from The 42 https://ift.tt/GVt31d5

digisk 9 May, 2026
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Shelbourne's search for a home win goes on as they are held by Sligo

Reds have now gone eight games without a victory at Tolka Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/1xMcHtY

digisk 8 May, 2026
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Roscommon hold on to secure minor Connacht title

Galway’s late charge falls just short. from The 42 https://ift.tt/2p6oXqV

digisk 8 May, 2026
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Injuries remain an issue for Kerry as Jack O'Connor names team for Munster final

Kingdom make two changes from semi-final win over Clare. from The 42 https://ift.tt/31WUXZe

digisk 7 May, 2026
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Real Madrid open disciplinary proceedings against Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde

Pair were alleged to have come to blows at club’s training ground. from The 42 https://ift.tt/TOrQihL

digisk 7 May, 2026
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Fifa is rinsing fans for its US World Cup, but could we end up with empty seats and a big dud?

Tickets have ballooned compared to previous tournaments and there are suggestions demand isn’t what Fifa expected. from The 42 https://ift...

digisk 7 May, 2026
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Ronan Kelly propels Kildare to Leinster U20 success over Louth

A 14th provincial success at the age grade for Kildare. from The 42 https://ift.tt/n8ea4MS

digisk 6 May, 2026
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RTÉ v GAA+ | Provincial finals undermined | Hurling previews

Fintan O’Toole and Declan Bogue join Ronan Early on a week when it dawned on the wider GAA public that provincial finals ain’t what they use...

digisk 6 May, 2026
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McNamara extends Bordeaux Bègles contract until 2029

The Clare-native is in his third season as the reigning Champions Cup holders’ attack coach. from The 42 https://ift.tt/4kqF5Kd

digisk 5 May, 2026
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How 13-man Leinster dominated 15-man Toulon for 3 crucial minutes

Leinster’s assertive defence and patient, potent shortside attack were crucial. from The 42 https://ift.tt/NqTgJxf

digisk 5 May, 2026
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Wales rugby great Leigh Halfpenny announces retirement

Last week, fellow Welsh rugby icon George North revealed his plans to step away from the game. from The 42 https://ift.tt/90YsrAV

digisk 5 May, 2026
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Managerless Waterford recover twice in six-goal thriller with Dundalk

Dundalk led 2-0 and 3-2 but had to settle for a point. from The 42 https://ift.tt/jBsJDHM

digisk 4 May, 2026
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Kimi Antonelli holds off Lando Norris to claim third straight victory in Miami

Sunday’s race was moved forward by three hours as F1 bosses fought to beat the forecast thunderstorms later in the afternoon. from The 42 ...

digisk 3 May, 2026
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Barcelona sink Bayern to reach women's Champions League final

Barça will face Lyon in this year’s final in Oslo on 23 May. from The 42 https://ift.tt/I71JPuR

digisk 3 May, 2026
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Shaun Murphy beats John Higgins in thriller to reach another Crucible final

Murphy is one win away from his second world title – 21 years after his first. from The 42 https://ift.tt/xy3JPvX

digisk 2 May, 2026
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Lossiemouth lights up Punchestown with brilliant display

Already the champion hurdler, she had no trouble following up. from The 42 https://ift.tt/2b4s6CE

digisk 1 May, 2026
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Mohamed Salah at peace with early Liverpool exit

The Egypt forward will leave the club in the summer after an agreement to end his contract a year ahead of schedule. from The 42 https://i...

digisk 1 May, 2026
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Empty stand seats at Mayo v Roscommon due to sunshine, not ticket prices - Connacht CEO

John Prenty says 2,000 stand tickets were sold on the day but that spectators chose to watch the game in the sun. from The 42 https://ift....

digisk 1 May, 2026