Kerry Football Club have been accepted into the club licencing process. Kerry Football Club’s application to enter the club licensing process ahead of the 2023 League of Ireland season has been accepted by the FAI. The club is backed by former Cork City winger Billy Dennehy, as well as American-based directors Steven Conway and Brian […]

4 years ago

“It’s a difficult situation but it’s something I’ll think about.” Jason Knight revealed he dreams of playing in the Premier League as the Republic of Ireland prepares to face Armenia in the opening game of the UEFA Nations League. The Derby County midfielder had been linked with a host of top-flight English sides, including Newcastle […]

4 years ago

“For me, he’s Manchester United’s best defender.” Gabby Agbonlahor has taken issue with Roy Keane’s criticism of Harry Maguire following Manchester United’s sixth-place finish in the Premier League. The former Aston Villa forward was critical of Keane’s punditry approach, as he suggested that some Man United fans do not rate the club’s captain due to […]

4 years ago

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the Nations League game between Ireland and Armenia. The Republic of Ireland take on Armenia in the UEFA Nations League on Saturday afternoon. Here is everything you need to know about the game, including squad news, form, and TV channel details. Who are Ireland playing against? Kenny’s […]

4 years ago

“We were right beside the tunnel and we had zero protection.” Enda Stevens said the Sheffield United players were terrified after a fan pitch invasion following their Play-off semi-final defeat to Nottingham Forest. During the full-time celebrations, Nottingham Forest supporters invaded the pitch in celebration. During the invasion, a Forest fan headbutted Blades captain Billy […]

4 years ago

“I totally understand and respect the external noise and questions that have been coming my way.” Steven Gerrard responded to criticism that questioned his “integrity” ahead of Aston Villa’s final game of the season against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. The Liverpool legend said his focus is on the Villa but said it would […]

4 years ago

“Living legend.” Dele Alli paid tribute to Everton captain Seamus Coleman following their 3-2 win against Crystal Palace at Goodison Park. The Toffees secured their Premier League status for next season with the victory on Thursday night. Everton beat Crystal Palace. Everton won in dramatic fashion after trailing 2-0 at half-time. The Premier League table […]

4 years ago

“From 2023 we will bring fans every game of their team’s vital qualification process towards EURO 2024.” Premier Sports will show the Republic of Ireland’s Nations League games next month as well as their Euro 2024 Qualifiers after winning the TV rights. It’s been confirmed that Premier Sports will cover 400 games live on a […]

4 years ago

Bazunu is wanted by several clubs. Southampton are interested in signing Manchester City pair Gavin Bazunu and Liam Delap in the summer transfer window, according to reports. The Saints are in the market for a striker and goalkeeper due to Fraser Forster being out of contract and on-loan striker Armando Broja returning to Chelsea. Bazunu […]

4 years ago

“Shark’s eyes. Dead, devoid of emotion, glaring at me. No handshake.” Rangers legend Andy Goram revealed his experience at Manchester United with captain Roy Keane during his brief spell at the club. The Red Devils signed the former Rangers goalkeeper on a short-term loan deal from Motherwell in March 2001. Alex Ferguson needed cover as […]

4 years ago

“I well know who. When. What weight. Where.” Conor McGregor says he knows the weight class, opponent, and when he will return to the octagon in his first UFC fight back from injury. ‘The Notorious’ has been sidelined since July 2021 after he sustained a broken leg in his trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier. In […]

4 years ago

‘You’ve done us proud, regardless, and I genuinely mean it.’ Ally McCoist revealed what he told the Rangers players pitchside ahead of their Europa League final clash with Eintracht Frankfurt in Seville. On Wednesday night, the Glasgow club will play in their first European final since 2008, when McCoist was assistant to manager Walter Smith […]

4 years ago

“They will find another Mo Salah but you won’t find another Van Dijk.” Jamie Redknapp pinpointed the most important Liverpool player following their 2-1 victory against Southampton at St. Mary’s Stadium on Tuesday night. The former England midfielder highlighted Virgil Van Dijk as irreplaceable after Jurgen Klopp made nine changes to his side as they […]

4 years ago

‘Oh my God we’re actually 2-0 up here, this is actually happening, we’re going to do it.’ David Meyler has recalled playing for Hull City in the 2014 FA Cup final against Arsenal. The Tigers went 2-0 up after eight minutes at Wembley, but ended up losing the final 3-2 after extra time. Eight years […]

4 years ago

“I thought Chelsea play a little bit like an Italian team.” On the final Monday Night Football of the Premier League season, Gary Neville addressed his prediction from the start of the campaign that Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku would be the top scorer in the Premier League. In August, the Sky Sports pundit claimed Lukaku […]

4 years ago

“He said ‘You could have been playing there if you hadn’t done your knee’.” David Meyler has revealed how he could have signed for Liverpool in 2011 if he had not sustained a serious knee injury. The former Republic of Ireland midfielder, who was playing for Sunderland at the time, was rated highly by then […]

4 years ago

“We will talk in the near future certainly.” WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman addressed the speculation on Tyson Fury’s retirement and discussed the possibility of vacating the heavyweight titles. The Gypsy King defended his WBC title against mandatory challenger Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium in April, for that reason Sulaiman is not rushing Fury into a […]

4 years ago

“It’s the majors you want to be competing in.” Seamus Power welcomes the challenge of playing at Southern Hills country club following his top-20 finish in the AT&T Byron Nelson in Dallas on Sunday. The Waterford native is ranked 42nd in the world following his impressive display last week. Power is now ready to compete […]

4 years ago

“The balance has to be right to allow them to play with confidence and belief.” Patrick Vieira said Dubliner Tayo Adaramola will make his Premier League debut between now and the end of the domestic campaign. The Republic of Ireland Under-19 international made two appearances for Palace in the FA Cup, against Hartlepool United and […]

4 years ago

“He’s been excellent for us, he’s the ultimate professional.” Stephen Bradley praised Alan Mannus’ first-half heroics as Shamrock Rovers beat Derry City 1-0 at Tallaght Stadium on Friday night. Substitute Danny Mandroiu converted from close range in the 79th minute to send the Hoops four points clear at the top of the SSE Airtricity League. […]

4 years ago

Anything over 15 is a great score. How well do you know Celtic’s nine-in-a-row team of the 2010s? The decade saw Hoops fans enjoy an era of domestic dominance alongside some memorable European campaigns. The nine-in-a-row team won their first title in the 2011/12 season under Neil Lennon. Along the way, Celtic beat Barcelona at […]

4 years ago

“Not having a full pre-season hampered me.” Robbie Brady was delighted to make a “small contribution” to Bournemouth’s promotion back to the Premier League following a string of injury woes. The Republic of Ireland international completed the season with seven appearances in the Championship, of which two were starts. Robbie Brady discusses his return to […]

4 years ago

Gavin Bazunu is attracting Premier League interest. Everton are reportedly interested in bringing Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu to Goodison Park this summer transfer window. The former Shamrock Rovers goalkeeper has returned to Manchester City following a successful loan spell at Portsmouth. Everton line-up Bazunu. Reports claimed Everton watched Bazunu on multiple occasions last […]

4 years ago

“I was like ‘Come on Gerard, you are 24 or 25 now, come on man!’ So I said hi.” Barcelona star Gerard Pique has spoken to Gary Neville about being scared of Roy Keane as a 17-year-old when playing with the Corkman at Manchester United. The Spanish World Cup-winning defender discussed his time at Man […]

4 years ago

Five transfer moves that would benefit Irish players. Several Republic of Ireland players could be on the move this summer as they aim to push on in their respective careers and nail down regular starting spots in Stephen Kenny’s team. Ahead of the transfer window opening, here are five potential moves involving Irish players, and […]

4 years ago

Brought to you by NOW. A massive weekend of sport. There is some top-quality sporting action on over the weekend, from the Premier League to the Heineken Champions Cup, GAA and the NBA. And here is how to watch it with a NOW Sports and Sports Extra Membership. Thursday, May 12th. The weekend starts early with one […]

4 years ago

“Paddy Kenny should have done better for a couple of the goals.” Wayne Rooney took aim at Paddy Kenny’s goalkeeping in Manchester City’s Premier League title triumph against Queen’s Park Rangers in 2012. The Manchester United record goalscorer was speaking following being inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame. Rooney felt the former Republic […]

4 years ago

UEFA have rejigged their controversial plans. The Premier League will benefit from UEFA’s latest announced plans for the reformation of the Champions League from the 2024/25 season, according to reports. UEFA’s original idea involved awarding two Champions League group stage places to the two best performing clubs over the past five seasons. However, the plans […]

4 years ago

“I want him to play on next season but you’d have to ask his missus about that.” Joey Barton makes admission on Glenn Whelan’s future following Bristol Rovers clinching promotion from League Two by winning 7-0 against Scunthorpe United at the Memorial Stadium on Saturday. The Pirates needed to better Northampton Town’s result by five […]

4 years ago

Troy Parrott’s loan spell with MK Dons is over. Troy Parrott released a farewell statement thanking MK Dons for his time at the club following a 2-1 aggregate defeat to Wycombe Wanderers in the play-off semi-final. The Republic of Ireland international scored the only goal in the second leg, however, it was not enough to […]

4 years ago

Two Premier League clubs are interested in signing Ollie O’Neill. Republic of Ireland Under-21 winger Ollie O’Neill is attracting interest from Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham, according to The Athletic. The Fulham winger, 19, is out of contract at the end of the season, and he is on the radar of the club’s London rivals. […]

4 years ago

“It won’t go plain sailing to the end.” Gary Neville claimed the Premier League title race is still competitive despite Manchester City’s 5-0 win against Newcastle United at the Etihad on Sunday. The Sky Blues extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to three points as Liverpool drew 1-1 with Tottenham Hotspur […]

4 years ago

‘Mark Travers epitomises everything we are.’ Scott Parker was full of praise for Mark Travers following Bournemouth’s final game of the season 1-0 win against Millwall at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday. The Leixlip native kept 20 clean sheets in the Championship this season as he won the ‘EFL Golden Glove’ award. El Pulpo content […]

4 years ago

“I love Luke Ayling as a player, but what an idiot.” Jamie Carragher gave a damning verdict of Luke Ayling’s red card as Leeds United lost to Arsenal 2-1 at the Emirates on Sunday. Ayling’s 500th career appearance was cut short when he was sent off in the 27th minute for a reckless tackle on […]

4 years ago

“I see it happening after tonight.” Conor McGregor responded to Michael Chandler’s callout following his victory over Tony Ferguson at UFC 274 on Saturday night in Pheonix, Arizona. Chandler initially called out McGregor after delivering a knockout of the year contender by landing a front kick in the second round which finished Ferguson. Michael Chandler […]

4 years ago

Shamrock Rovers could be in search of a new manager. Shamrock Rovers could be on the lookout for a new boss after Stephen Bradley held formal talks with League One side Lincoln City about their vacant managerial position. Rovers assistant manager Glenn Cronin could join Bradley in England, however, sporting director Stephen McPhail looks likely […]

4 years ago

Marcus Rashford is reportedly a transfer target for two Premier League sides. Manchester United have reportedly named their price Marcus Rashford as they look to revamp their squad in the summer under incoming manager Erik ten Hag. Rashford has endured a lacklustre season for Man United and has appeared lost at times as the team […]

4 years ago

“It is tough for us, I cannot deny that.” Pep Guardiola questioned the long-term impact of Manchester City getting knocked out of the Champions League after losing 6-5 to Real Madrid on aggregate on Wednesday night. Man City conceded two goals after the 90th minute and the match went to extra time, where Karim Benzema […]

4 years ago

“Every time they put on a fight, it’s a going-out-of-business sale.” Dana White criticised the pay scale in boxing after he was questioned about the ongoing issue of fighter pay that is said to exist in the UFC. The UFC president dismissed the business model that currently exists in professional boxing, suggesting “it’s a going-out-of-business […]

4 years ago

“Some of these boys have come from being rejected by Premier League clubs.” Scott Parker praised Bournemouth’s Irish players after the club achieved promotion to the Premier League on Tuesday night. Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Mark Travers kept his 19th clean sheet of the season as Bournemouth beat Nottingham Forrest 1-0 at the Vitality Stadium, […]

4 years ago

“It was close. I almost went to Manchester United.” Toni Kroos revealed he nearly signed for Manchester United in 2014 when David Moyes was manager, as Real Madrid face Manchester City in the second leg, trailing 4-3 on aggregate. The World Cup winner spoke ahead of their Champions League decider at the Bernabeu tonight of […]

4 years ago

‘There’s a lot of aggravation and hoops to jump through.’ Eddie Hearn has spoken about two potential issues that could prevent Croke Park from staging the rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano later this year. Taylor beat Serrano via a split decision at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night, and there were immediate calls […]

4 years ago

“He lifts everyone and his energy is infectious.” Wayne Rooney was full of praise for Jason Knight following his impressive display as Derby County beat Blackpool 2-0 at Bloomfield Road on Monday. The Rams boss was in good spirits despite being already relegated from the Championship this season, having been hit with a 21-point deduction […]

4 years ago

“It’s like United are a small club.” Jamie Carragher criticised Manchester United for re-signing Cristiano Ronaldo following their 3-0 win against Brentford at Old Trafford, on Monday night. The former Liverpool defender does not agree with “one of the biggest clubs in the world” signing a 37-year-old, no matter his footballing legacy. Jamie Carragher gives […]

4 years ago

“I’m not finished.” Cristiano Ronaldo sent a message during Manchester United’s lap of honour after their 3-0 victory against Brentford at Old Trafford on Monday night. Ronaldo converted a penalty in the 61st minute to double United’s lead against Brentford, scoring his 18th Premier League goal of the season. Speculation has been intensifying around the […]

4 years ago

‘I’ve never felt what I felt coming into the stadium today.’ Seamus Coleman credited Everton supporters for the atmosphere they created as the Toffees beat Chelsea 1-0 at Goodison Park on Sunday. Richarlison’s 46th-minute strike was the only goal of the game whilst Jordan Pickford put in a man-of-the-match display to secure all three points […]

4 years ago

“That’s the only big fight I would have.” Claressa Shields spoke on the possibility of fighting Katie Taylor following her split-decision victory over Amanda Serrano at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night. The light-middleweight was a punditry duty for DAZN as Taylor fought Serrano in what was labeled ‘the biggest women’s boxing match in history.’ […]

4 years ago

Georgie Kelly makes an instant impact. Georgie Kelly scored Rotherham United’s second goal in a 2-0 win against Gillingham at Priestfield Stadium to seal promotion to the Championship. The former Bohemians striker came on in the 80th minute to make his League One debut for the Millers only to make an instant impact. Kelly’s goal […]

4 years ago

“The experience I’ve had, I wouldn’t have got anywhere else.” Gavin Bazunu gave an emotional farewell to Portsmouth supporters as the curtains close on the League One season with Pompey in ninth place. The Republic of Ireland international enjoyed a successful loan spell from parent club Manchester City at Portsmouth. The former Shamrock Rovers goalkeeper […]

4 years ago

“It’s not even the going down, it’s pretending to be hurt when you’re not.” Jamie Carragher has criticised Everton forward Richarlison for ‘pretending to be hurt’ in games. Carragher appeared on a Twitter Spaces with Everton fans on Thursday night and responded to suggestions that his commentary was biased against the Toffees in the Merseyside […]

4 years ago