This is extraordinary! On Sunday at Hollywood Lakes Golf Club in Dublin, playing partners Cian Casey and Gavin Ryan both made holes-in-one on the same hole. The odds of achieving this are simply astronomical, which the club explained on social media. They said: “An almost unbelievable scene unfolded at Hollywood Lakes Golf Club on Sunday, […]

3 months ago

Typical. James McClean’s move back to Derry City was confirmed on the weekend, with the 36-year-old returning to the club he left back in 2011. His time abroad has seen him play for Sunderland, Wigan, West Brom, Stoke and most recently Wrexham. Over the years he has received serious abuse and threats over his stance […]

3 months ago

BREAKING Sir David Beckham has made a statement about his children following his son Brooklyn’s bombshell statement on his family. Yesterday (January 19), Brooklyn Peltz Beckham took to social media to break his silence on his estrangement from his parents, saying that he does not desire to reconcile with his family. His father, David, is […]

3 months ago

A huge boost! Mark O’Connor is the man of the moment in GAA after helping his beloved Dingle to the All-Ireland Club Championship title at Croke Park yesterday. The 0-23 to 1-19 win over St Brigid’s saw the 29-year-old become the first player to lift the Andy Merrigan Cup and the AFL title, which he […]

3 months ago

A match ticket doesn’t mean you can enter Following Donald Trump’s decision to impose travel bans on 15 World Cup nations, FIFA has now issued a statement. The US are joint hosts of the next FIFA World Cup, alongside Canada and Mexico, and the travel ban comes into place just a few months before the […]

3 months ago

The majority thing illegal streaming is ‘acceptable’ Sky have warned dodgy box users they will crackdown ‘significantly’ on illegal streaming, as surveys show the true extent of its use across the UK and Ireland. With Fire Stick usage on the rise, reports in UK and Ireland suggest that most sports fans believe it is fine […]

3 months ago

More famous faces from footballing past to test your brain The FootballJOE Pub Quiz is once again here to give you the quizzing boost you need. Here’s five faces from football past, just tell us who they are. These are the same questions that you’ll see some of the good folk at FootballJOE and special guests taking […]

3 months ago

This is intriguing. Former Kerry underage player Devon Burns is in line for a call-up to the Meath panel. The goalkeeper once starred for the Kingdom, winning a minor Munster title in 2019, and was named as Munster’s best player for U20s in 2022. He was also part of the senior squad briefly. Burns initially […]

3 months ago

It’s another bumper weekend of live sport There’s huge live sporting choice across Irish channels this weekend, including huge Premier League clashes, GAA finals and Champions Cup rugby. Furthermore, it’s the start of the Australian Open, the culmination of the Masters snooker, and the Divisional Round of the NFL live for you to feast your […]

3 months ago

This would be a tasty signing. Munster are reportedly interested in signing La Rochelle’s Ultan Dillane, with the second row/blindside’s contract at La Rochelle running out at the the end of the season. Dillane had a hugely successful career with Connacht, before leaving in 2022, and was one of their standout performers during their run […]

3 months ago

He is not happy. It is expected that the GAA Congress will vote to remove the All-Ireland SHC preliminary quarter-finals when they meet in February. This will mean two more quarter-finals and and four teams qualifying from both Munster and Leinster, instead of the current three. Among the supporters of the extra side are Galway […]

3 months ago

This would be huge. Reports from New Zealand are saying that Ardie Savea could be on his way to Leinster. The NZ Herald have reported that an internal review into the All Blacks set-up revealed continued unhappiness with the management led by head coach Scott Robertson. The same paper reported in December on similar frustrations […]

3 months ago

A special day. Cork’s Kilbrittain won the All-Ireland Junior Hurling Club Championship on Saturday, edging out Sligo side Easkey by 0-19 to 0-18. The context surrounding the game and the scenes afterwards made it a particularly special final, with the photos of captain Philip Wall celebrating with his brother Jamie already etched in Croke Park […]

3 months ago

Some fans are not pleased. An Ghaeltacht continued the All-Ireland success for Kerry clubs, beating Glenullin in the final of the Intermediate championship, a day after Ballymacelligott beat Clogher in the Junior final. It makes it 12 wins for Kingdom clubs in the junior competition since it began in 2001, with Galway sides the next best […]

3 months ago

He didn’t hold back. Pat Spillane was in top form for his latest column with the Irish Independents, taking aim at multiple sports and the people who analyse them. The Kerry icon was less than enthused over some of sport’s biggest tournaments, including the Ashes and the Premier League. However, it was rugby that took […]

3 months ago

Darren Fletcher’s tenure is set to come to an end A candidate to become the next short-term manager of Manchester United is said to now be in pole position to take over at Old Trafford, within the coming days. The Red Devils have been without an official manager for the last seven days, when club […]

3 months ago

They are not happy. Munster suffered a heartbreaking loss to Toulon this afternoon in their Champions Cup clash at the Stade Mayol. The French side got themselves into 24-13 lead, but Munster, as they often do in Europe, clawed their way back with tries from Jack O’Donoghue and Tom Farrell, and a sumptuous go-ahead touchline […]

3 months ago

A lot of talent to fit in! Yesterday the news broke that Joey Carbery looks to be on his way back to Leinster when his Bordeaux contract runs out at the end of the season. The utility back began his career at Leinster, before moving to Munster to get more game time at out-half and […]

3 months ago

BREAKING Former Premier League referee David Coote has been sentenced to a nine-month suspended prison sentence, and given a sexual harm prevention order lasting 10 years, as reported by BBC News. More to follow

3 months ago

‘He could do the Ronaldinho flip flap when he was 3’ In what was another underwhelming result for Manchester United in their first match after Ruben Amorim, a couple performances stood out. Benjamin Sesko scored twice in the 2-2 draw at relegation-threatened Burnley on Thursday, but the late arrival of one 18-year-old raised plenty of […]

3 months ago

Keegan is affectionately known as ‘King Kev’ for his footballing success. Football legend Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer, his family have said. The former England manager and forward, 74, was recently admitted to hospital after “ongoing abdominal symptoms”, a statement has said. “These investigations have revealed a diagnosis of cancer, for which Kevin […]

3 months ago

Insight. Mayo boss Andy Moran gave another wide-ranging interview since taking the reins from Kevin McStay. The two-time All Star is popular among supporters, and his assured but warm manner bodes well for the players under his command. In his conversation with SportsJOE he covered topics ranging from AFL star Oisín Mullin coming back to […]

3 months ago

Every Premier League team is in action this midweek. Follow all the action here! 18+ Be Gamble Aware – Best betting offers right now With the football world entirely engrossed up by Ruben Amorim’s shock sacking at Man United, many have missed the arrival of the next round of Premier League fixtures. Although it is […]

3 months ago

Amorim left his role as manager on Monday Although almost 48 hours have now passed since Manchester United announced their decision to part company Ruben Amorim, little is known about the means by which the Portuguese manager operated during his 14 months in the dugout. This would all be very different, had the 40-year-old not […]

3 months ago

A big change of tack… Munster head coach Clayton McMillan looks set to finally ditch their heavy rotation policy in a bid to improve form. Munster have used 48 players in the first half of their season, an average of seven changes per game. But McMillan is seemingly rowing back on this policy to build […]

3 months ago

The West Yorkshire rivals wasted no time to fire a dig! Leeds United directed a playful jab at their rivals across the Pennines following Ruben Amorim’s dismissal yesterday – and of course it has instantly gone viral. The Portuguese gaffer was relieved of his duties after 14 months in charge on Monday morning, with him […]

3 months ago

Joshua was involved in a fatal car crash last week. Anthony Joshua is set to retire from boxing, according to a member of his family. Just last week, the former heavyweight world champion was involved in a fatal car crash in Nigeria. Joshua escaped with minor injuries but team members and close friends, Sina Ghami […]

3 months ago

Amorim left Man United on Monday One of Man United’s star players has gone viral after he liked a social media “meme” post that made fun of Ruben Amorim’s managerial tenure. Next Man Utd manager odds – 18+ Be Gamble Aware The Red Devils opted to part company with their Portuguese head coach on Monday, […]

3 months ago

Amorim left his post yesterday One of Manchester United’s best loved former managers has reportedly “put himself forward” to take over from Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford. The Red Devils opted to part company with their Portuguese head coach on Monday, following back-to-back draws with Wolves and Leeds, and a reported falling out between Amorim […]

3 months ago

Not a pretty read…. Ruben Amorim’s sudden sacking as manager of Manchester United has thrown the club and fans into turmoil. There are pockets of supporters who have slammed the decision from the club, following years of failed bosses since Alex Ferguson left in 2013, but most are glad to see the back of the […]

3 months ago

Ruben Amorim was sacked on Monday afternoon Ruben Amorim has been sacked as Manchester United head coach, but who is favourite to replace him? Former midfielder Darren Fletcher is set to take over in the coming days, but there are plenty of names being touted to take the permanent job. Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner […]

3 months ago

Fans were left stunned The Walsh Cup quarter-final between Westmeath and Kilkenny descended into chaos on Sunday as Kilkenny refused to play. The game, which was originally scheduled to be played at The Downs GAA grounds, was switched at 11.30am due to pitch concerns because of poor weather. This meant players were redirected to St […]

3 months ago

This will split opinion… There was huge drama and controversy at the end of the All-Ireland IFC semi-final between Sallins and An Ghaeltacht on Saturday. In injury time at the end of extra time, Kerry side An Ghaeltacht were behind by a single point at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoímh, and were awarded a free that […]

3 months ago

This is getting pretty nasty… Angry Celtic fans were seen trying to confront the club’s board members and ownership during their 3-1 defeat by Rangers on Saturday. Videos from inside Celtic Park show fans being held back by security during the game, with one fan throwing a scarf towards the director’s area. Fans also gathered […]

3 months ago

The road to Ally Pally starts here… This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. With the World Darts Championship reaching its conclusion, punters are racing to purchase this fantastic value-for-money darts board. With amateurs dreaming of reaching Ally Pally one day, or passing the time in […]

3 months ago

It’s that time of the year! Best Irish betting offers – 18+, BeGambleAware If the blog does not show up, click here. Yes, it’s everyone’s second favourite transfer window of the year as we enter a new year, new month and a new world of possibilities for teams looking to strengthen midseason. While it doesn’t […]

3 months ago

The Derry man is coming back. Josh Daniels is returning to Ireland after playing in the UK since 2020, first with Shrewsbury Town in League One before moving to Cymru Premier side TNS. The 29-year-old played for Northern Ireland at youth level but switched allegiances to the Republic of Ireland for U21s. The Belfast Telegraph […]

3 months ago

The Premier League is back already. Follow all the action here! Next Man Utd manager odds – 18+, BeGambleAware Best Irish betting offers – 18+, BeGambleAware Just two days on from Man City’s goalless draw away to Sunderland, the Premier League is back for another round of exciting fixtures. On Saturday, Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal will […]

3 months ago

The fire broke out early on New Year’s Day A number of footballers, including a youth player for French Ligue 1 side FC Metz, were injured as a result of the tragic New Year’s Day fire in Switzerland. The Alpine Ski resort of Crans-Montana was struck by tragedy on New Year’s Eve after a fire […]

3 months ago

This could spell the end for illegal streamers Sky is planning to use customers’ personal information in a new strategy to identify some of the estimated 400,000 Irish households using illegal “dodgy boxes”. The broadcaster will reportedly request to leverage available data — including details from social media and other sources — to locate addresses […]

3 months ago

RIP. Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital after injuring himself in Monday’s fatal crash in Nigeria. Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami, members of Joshua’s team, were both killed in the accident. Ghami was a strength and conditioning coach and Ayodele was a trainer. Joshua, 36, was born in Watford to British Nigerian parents, and […]

3 months ago

Police have released new details Police have revealed what caused the horror car crash in which two people died and boxer Anthony Joshua was injured. Monday’s tragic accident on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway in Nigeria caused the deaths of Joshua’s close friends, Sina Ghami and Kevin Latif Ayodele. Nigerian police have now confirmed that a tyre […]

4 months ago

The boxer was reportedly involved in a car crash on Monday Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has issued a statement after a fighter he represents, Anthony Joshua, was involved in a car crash in Nigeria on Monday. Joshua’s vehicle, a Lexus, is reported to have been involved in a collision with another car, while investigations are […]

4 months ago

He will attend court on Tuesday Former Liverpool and Newcastle United striker Andy Carroll is set to appear in court on Tuesday after he was charged with breaching a non-molestation order, as reported by the BBC. The professional footballer, who now plays for Dagenham and Redbridge in the National League, was arrested in April and […]

4 months ago

An interesting move. A former Premier League player and Ireland international has been made manager of the football team side at Derry club Banagher GAA. Eunan O’Kane won seven caps for Ireland during the mid 2010s, and played in the Premier League with Bournemouth. The 35-year-old has already been part of the coaching staff with […]

4 months ago

This would be devastating! RugbyPass are reporting that Sale Sharks are in the market for Ulster scrum-half Nathan Doak. The 24-year-old enjoyed a superb U20s campaign with Ireland back in 2021 and a great start to his Ulster career, but despite being capped for Ireland A, he has yet to win a senior Ireland cap. […]

4 months ago

“Kempton is synonymous with the King George.” Kempton Park’s future has long been a sensitive subject in British racing, and this week it was placed firmly under the spotlight once again during episode four of The Paddock. Speaking on the show, host Oli Bell was joined by Rishi Persad, Tom Stanley and special guest, the […]

4 months ago

Some big shouts here. The Paddock podcast panel have provided their big three tips for Friday and Saturday’s racing action. The Paddock is a brand new weekly show bringing together some of the most legendary voices in racing. This week on The Paddock, host Oli Bell is joined by fellow racing broadcasters Rishi Persad and Tom Stanley, […]

4 months ago

BREAKING Ecuadorian footballer Mario Pineida has died aged 33, after being shot in the port city of Guayaquil. As reported by the BBC, Pineida passed away after being shot by two people on motorbikes, who opened fire on him as well as his mother outside of a shop in the city. Investigations into Pineida’s death […]

4 months ago

Some team in fairness. Over the years, most of Ireland’s greatest football players were lucky enough to play a part in either a European Championship or World Cup finals. However, some were desperately unlucky not to experience the greatest honour in a green jersey. This is a tribute to those men. Goalkeeper – Alan Kelly […]

4 months ago