June 2026

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No fairytale return for Serena Williams at Wimbledon

Australia’s Maya Joint prevailed 6-3, 6-7 (6/8) 6-3. from The 42 https://ift.tt/b8y5fOF

digisk 30 Jun, 2026
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The World Cup is in town, but JFK assassination site remains Dallas' biggest draw

The 42 pays a slightly odd visit to one of the most infamous parts of America. from The 42 https://ift.tt/KMarvdR

digisk 30 Jun, 2026
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'A champion and a competitor': Lewandowski signs for MLS side Chicago Fire

Barcelona have made an informal enquiry about signing Harry Kane. from The 42 https://ift.tt/aF948tB

digisk 29 Jun, 2026
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Brazil come from behind to sink Japan with 95th-minute winner

Gabriel Martinelli scored deep into stoppage time, breaking Japanese hearts. from The 42 https://ift.tt/o6m8pfk

digisk 29 Jun, 2026
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Pádraic Joyce: 'There was some decisions there that I found baffling'

The Galway boss also acknowledged they will have to ‘own’ the defeat to Dublin as they were overtaken in the finale. from The 42 https://i...

digisk 28 Jun, 2026
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Pico Lopes prepares for Messi as family scramble to return for World Cup history

Cape Verde star’s mother and father flew back to Dublin due to work commitments but have secured time off to try make it back to Miami. fr...

digisk 28 Jun, 2026
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Shelbourne's Barrett strikes to snatch late draw at Sligo

Former Shels captain Lorcan Fitzgerald was in charge following the departure of manager Joey O’Brien. from The 42 https://ift.tt/hG5fgTK

digisk 27 Jun, 2026
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Walshe wins silver, McSharry and Wiffen take bronze in Rome

Walshe produced the third-fastest swim of her career. from The 42 https://ift.tt/y4FJhq5

digisk 27 Jun, 2026
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Kerry survive Tyrone onslaught to squeeze through after tough examination

Huge fightback from Tyrone falls short in the final minute. from The 42 https://ift.tt/xEnjzh5

digisk 27 Jun, 2026
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Scottie Scheffler fires 60 to grab early PGA Travelers lead

Shane Lowry still in action at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut. from The 42 https://ift.tt/gmKfEP1

digisk 26 Jun, 2026
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Mona McSharry secures 100m Breaststroke silver at meet in Rome

Olympic medallist part of 24-strong Irish team in action. from The 42 https://ift.tt/t8YiD5G

digisk 26 Jun, 2026
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Ireland striker Noonan set for 'next chapter of my journey' after leaving Celtic

Corkonian departs after winning Scottish Women’s Cup, and scoring 57 goals in 74 appearances. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ORcKdWs

digisk 26 Jun, 2026
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Ecuador stun Germany to extend World Cup campaign

Côte d’Ivoire also secured their progression to the knockout stages. from The 42 https://ift.tt/aoShsm7

digisk 25 Jun, 2026
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Manchester City agree British record fee to sign Elliot Anderson

The 23-year-old is one of the hottest properties in world football and has been attracted admiring glances from a variety of clubs. from T...

digisk 25 Jun, 2026
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Con O'Callaghan included as Dublin, Kerry, and Monaghan name teams

Ger Brennan makes one change. from The 42 https://ift.tt/ZTznvrN

digisk 25 Jun, 2026
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Pico Lopes carries schoolday memories of 2002 World Cup into Saudi Arabia match

The Dubliner now faces the same opposition in the same scenario as he represents Cape Verde at the 2026 edition. from The 42 https://ift.t...

digisk 25 Jun, 2026
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Shane Lowry splits from caddie Darren Reynolds as familiar face returns

Dermot Byrne is back on his bag for this week’s Travelers Championship. from The 42 https://ift.tt/m7xfYVJ

digisk 24 Jun, 2026
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Here's how the All-Ireland football semi-final draw will work this Sunday

If Mayo, Tyrone, and Monaghan all win, there will be no need for a draw. from The 42 https://ift.tt/6l20NBq

digisk 24 Jun, 2026
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Ireland in danger of relegation after late defeat to China

Zhong Jiaqi scored the winner with two minutes remaining. from The 42 https://ift.tt/vJ73jNn

digisk 24 Jun, 2026
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Didier Deschamps to miss France-Norway World Cup clash after mother’s death

The head coach will return to France after receiving the news on Tuesday morning. from The 42 https://ift.tt/dlvVWLo

digisk 23 Jun, 2026
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Former Limerick hurler sees €950K damages award reduced on appeal

Last April, the High Court made a €944,000 award to Mark Keane for injuries to his right hand, arm and shoulder arising from a 2018 workplac...

digisk 23 Jun, 2026
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Ronaldo becomes first man to score at six World Cups as Portugal crush Uzbekistan

Portugal bounced back from a disappointing opening draw against DR Congo. from The 42 https://ift.tt/TD47ZaA

digisk 23 Jun, 2026
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Bohemians regain third place on the table after 3-0 win over Shelbourne

Harry Vaughan, Collie Whelan and Ross Tierney provided the goals at Tolka Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/XuJkhLz

digisk 22 Jun, 2026
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Messi sets all-time World Cup scoring record as Argentina reach last 32

Messi scored both goals in Argentina’s 2-0 victory over Austria. from The 42 https://ift.tt/M9kx2cd

digisk 22 Jun, 2026
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Spain back on track as Lamine Yamal scores in win over Saudi Arabia

The European champions blew away their opponents with three goals inside the first 24 minutes. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Ya0AZf1

digisk 21 Jun, 2026
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'The mind is a wonderful thing' - Ger Brennan on Dublin learning as they go

Dublin boss reflects on big win over Donegal at Croke Park. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Y95mDHk

digisk 21 Jun, 2026
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Cork through to minor decider after confident win over Derry

Feelgood atmosphere around Cork football grows as young Rebels make first All-Ireland final since their win in 2019. from The 42 https://i...

digisk 20 Jun, 2026
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Reigning champions Tyrone go one more step to retaining minor title

Matthew F Daly turns in a Man of the Match performance as they reach second consecutive minor final. from The 42 https://ift.tt/joAINe4

digisk 19 Jun, 2026
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Mehaffey tops the leaderboard after day one of the Dutch Open

Plenty of Irish interest on the leaderboard. from The 42 https://ift.tt/shVwNy9

digisk 19 Jun, 2026
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Clark holds four-shot lead at midway point of US Open as Lowry faces cut

Another round of 73 leaves Lowry in danger of bowing out early at Shinnecock. from The 42 https://ift.tt/4ayhmHV

digisk 19 Jun, 2026
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How Leinster and the Bulls are using a new tactic under high balls

There have been some teething issues for teams implementing the new approach. from The 42 https://ift.tt/d8fzBvX

digisk 18 Jun, 2026
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'The phone's been going non-stop': New Athlone boss Agg balancing recruitment and rehab

The 32-year-old hasn’t ruled out a return to playing. from The 42 https://ift.tt/QCK9iSI

digisk 18 Jun, 2026
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Portugal held to draw by DR Congo in their World Cup opener

Ronaldo fails to fire as DR Congo earn first-ever World Cup point. from The 42 https://ift.tt/t7RmFaX

digisk 17 Jun, 2026
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Ireland bounce back from Dutch defeats with crucial point against Spain

Hannah McLoughlin on target for Green Army in Rotterdam. from The 42 https://ift.tt/0neZ9b8

digisk 17 Jun, 2026
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Mbappe breaks French all-time goalscoring record with late burst against Senegal

The Real Madrid attacker surpassed Olivier Giroud. from The 42 https://ift.tt/YCuHi9F

digisk 16 Jun, 2026
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Tottenham agree £52m deal for Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke

Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi worked with Van Hecke across two seasons at Brighton. from The 42 https://ift.tt/qkLamVG

digisk 16 Jun, 2026
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Podium for Sharlene Mawdsley, national record for Mark English at Ostrava Golden Spike

Noah Lyles capped the meet with a world record in the 150m. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Km0Uw5W

digisk 16 Jun, 2026
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Inside Pico Lopes' day of glory with Cape Verde: Ray Houghton embrace and video call with Shamrock Rovers' teammates

Cape Verde defender describes to The 42 the emotions of drawing 0-0 with Spain. from The 42 https://ift.tt/tKcpUQM

digisk 15 Jun, 2026
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'Strange few weeks': Fitzgibbon hoping to be fit for Cork-Offaly after appendicitis surgery

The Cork captain has been back in the fold since the week leading up to the Munster final. from The 42 https://ift.tt/mMZ1pSW

digisk 15 Jun, 2026
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Marchant double helps Stade Francais thump La Rochelle to reach semis

The England international’s efforts secured a first league knock-out win for the Parisians since 2015. from The 42 https://ift.tt/XfCHRSz...

digisk 14 Jun, 2026
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Havertz nets twice as Germany brush aside Curacao in World Cup opener

The Germans were slightly stunned when Livano Comenencia levelled for the minnows. from The 42 https://ift.tt/S59rCGc

digisk 14 Jun, 2026
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Cork edge towards semis as Galway get back on track in All-Ireland camogie championship

Both of last year’s All-Ireland finalists had a goal to spare over their hosts. from The 42 https://ift.tt/gsaWYfB

digisk 14 Jun, 2026
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Offaly, Wicklow, Down and Fermanagh book Tailteann Cup semi-final places

The quarter-final action took place today. from The 42 https://ift.tt/S8xLyID

digisk 13 Jun, 2026
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History of United States allows for celebration to pierce the sense of fear

A week in Mexico stirred the spirit of this World Cup. The hope is that will be a sign of things to come. from The 42 https://ift.tt/YBFa0...

digisk 13 Jun, 2026
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Lowry slips back after mixed second round in Canada

Lowry is currently in a share of 13th place while Séamus Power is in danger of missing the cut. from The 42 https://ift.tt/dt29qEQ

digisk 12 Jun, 2026
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The behind-the-scenes story of why Brentford chose Damien Duff

The former Ireland international has been appointed as the Bees’ new assistant manager. from The 42 https://ift.tt/G3Qtnia

digisk 12 Jun, 2026
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Amid three red cards, Mexico get home World Cup off to flying start

The co-hosts had been involved in seven matches, which either alone or jointly opened previous tournaments, but had won none of them. from...

digisk 11 Jun, 2026
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Three changes for Kerry, two for Dublin ahead of do-or-die clashes

Monaghan have also named their team. from The 42 https://ift.tt/d5Ss0Rm

digisk 11 Jun, 2026
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First World Cup opening ceremony kicks off in Mexico City

It’s the very first opening ceremony – and Group A match – of the tournament. from The 42 https://ift.tt/nUfGt6Y

digisk 11 Jun, 2026
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Farrell prepares to name Ireland tour squad amid injury concerns

The Ireland boss needs Leinster’s players to come through the URC final unscathed. from The 42 https://ift.tt/bSyqXnz

digisk 10 Jun, 2026
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Ireland's Aoife Wafer crowned back-to-back Six Nations Player of the Championship

The back-row star is the first player to win the award for the second year in-a-row. from The 42 https://ift.tt/kWdgEHs

digisk 10 Jun, 2026
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Real Madrid confirm Arbeloa's departure to pave way for Mourinho return

Arbeloa, who arrived in January to replace Xabi Alonso. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Z8DFsgJ

digisk 9 Jun, 2026
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Lowe has been a star of Irish rugby. He will be missed

The 33-year-old is Leinster’s record try-scorer and has been key for Ireland. from The 42 https://ift.tt/JGtF8KD

digisk 9 Jun, 2026
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24 years on, Roy Keane has no regrets over Saipan controversy

The former Man United star revisited the infamous argument with Micah Richards and Clinton Morrison. from The 42 https://ift.tt/D2CKe6z

digisk 9 Jun, 2026
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Olise shines with hat-trick as France beat Northern Ireland

Patrick Kelly was on target for the visitors. from The 42 https://ift.tt/Xe7rxtK

digisk 8 Jun, 2026
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Ireland and Leinster wing Lowe set to join Japanese club

The Ireland and Leinster wing is set to replace Cheslin Kolbe in Tokyo. from The 42 https://ift.tt/EB81HDT

digisk 8 Jun, 2026
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Five must-see group games at the 2026 World Cup

The group stage of the tournament gets underway on Thursday. from The 42 https://ift.tt/cpXtDxb

digisk 8 Jun, 2026
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Feyenoord sack Robin van Persie as coach after 'difficult season'

The former Arsenal and Manchester United star was appointed to the position last year. from The 42 https://ift.tt/lY1ypjc

digisk 7 Jun, 2026
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Former All Black Tony Brown to join New Zealand as assistant coach from South Africa

Brown has signed a two-year contract with New Zealand. from The 42 https://ift.tt/7wzRprN

digisk 7 Jun, 2026
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Christian Eriksen ‘conscious’ after collapsing during Denmark match

The incident took place during a friendly against Ukraine. from The 42 https://ift.tt/h5mTKwE

digisk 7 Jun, 2026
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'We asked the players to show character' - Ireland U21s bounce back to draw with Croatia

Ireland are using the two games in Croatia as preparation for September’s Euro qualifiers, from The 42 https://ift.tt/xgvRafN

digisk 6 Jun, 2026
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Leinster earn home URC final against Bulls after brutal Stormers battle

Leo Cullen’s men will host the South Africans at Croke Park on Friday 19 June. from The 42 https://ift.tt/zpq3uAo

digisk 6 Jun, 2026
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Alexia Putellas’ brace dents England’s bid for automatic World Cup qualification

The Lionesses had entered the match leading qualifying group Group A3 with four wins. from The 42 https://ift.tt/yHg6wOa

digisk 5 Jun, 2026
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Ireland keep automatic World Cup qualification hopes alive with famous Dutch win

A landmark result for Carla Ward’s side at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. from The 42 https://ift.tt/wGzCfDd

digisk 5 Jun, 2026
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Irish dominate as Thundering On comes from last to first to land Epsom Oaks

Ridden by Irish champion jockey Dylan Browne McMonagle, and trained by Josephy O’Brien, the 5-1 shot came good when it mattered. from The ...

digisk 5 Jun, 2026
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Green Brigade declare opposition to Robbie Keane Celtic links

The Celtic ultras have come out against Keane due to his time in charge of Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv. from The 42 https://ift.tt/YfmTd...

digisk 4 Jun, 2026
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Andoni Iraola announced as new Liverpool head coach

The 43-year-old former Bournemouth boss takes over from Arne Slot. from The 42 https://ift.tt/McVrkf1

digisk 4 Jun, 2026
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Munster target Tyrel Lomax signs new contract to stay in New Zealand until 2029

The province will have to turn their attention elsewhere with the All Black tighthead now off the market. from The 42 https://ift.tt/AVwZJ...

digisk 3 Jun, 2026
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'I think I've grown a good bit since I went to Spurs. I'm in a good place, I'm happy'

Mason Melia on life since he swapped Inchicore for Tottenham. from The 42 https://ift.tt/K6oV7qP

digisk 3 Jun, 2026
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Romelu Lukaku makes Belgium return with 'ideal' goal in win over Croatia

Elsewhere, Wales drew 1-1 at home against Ghana. from The 42 https://ift.tt/iIXD3JP

digisk 2 Jun, 2026
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Derek Lyng steps down from role as Kilkenny manager

A disappointing championship campaign saw Kilkenny exit at the provincial stage for the first time in the round-robin era. from The 42 htt...

digisk 2 Jun, 2026
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Kieran McKenna emerges as favourite to succeed Marco Silva at Fulham

The 40-year-old Fermanagh man recently guided Ipswich back into the top flight. from The 42 https://ift.tt/I62AJqL

digisk 2 Jun, 2026
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Robbie Keane in Celtic talks, while fan group opposes his appointment due to work in Israel

Ireland’s record goalscorer has reportedly held talks with Dermot Desmond, while Martin O’Neill also remains in the frame. from The 42 htt...

digisk 2 Jun, 2026
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'I don’t think people value me here'

Jacques Nienaber admits he faces an uncertain future at Leinster. from The 42 https://ift.tt/RHSiZl2

digisk 2 Jun, 2026
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The Irish international who plies her trade in Italy

Megan Connolly on life at Lazio and Denise O’Sullivan’s absence for the crucial Netherlands qualifier. from The 42 https://ift.tt/UuZXRbV ...

digisk 2 Jun, 2026
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Sabalenka bests Osaka at French Open, Berrettini into quarters

The Belarusian has reached the quarter-finals at 14 consecutive major tournaments. from The 42 https://ift.tt/j2dc6yx

digisk 1 Jun, 2026