Saturday 4 November, 2017
'I think I'd be working in some factory or on a building site if I was still back home'
Dubliner Niall McCabe always wanted to be a professional footballer. It took him a while but he got there in the end, just in a different way.
'People will say ‘You didn’t win the league’ but they wouldn’t be saying that if we hadn’t done three in-a-row'
Dundalk defender Brian Gartland insists 2017 will go down as a successful season if they can wrestle the FAI Cup back from Cork City.
Ulster's Gilroy ready to savour his 150th cap after months of waiting
Craig Gilroy suffered a back injury earlier this year which held him back from reaching the 150 mark.
'I never thought I'd be playing against Cora Staunton in Australia, I'll tell you that'
Is it February yet? Ireland’s AFLW duo Laura Corrigan Duryea and Cora Staunton are set to lock horns in Round One.
'I'm really, really bad at trash-talking. She'll win that, but it's who wins in the ring that counts'
‘Britain’s latest world champion’ Katie Taylor laughs off another Sky slip as she prepares for a rapid first defence.
'You're never faced with the possibility of dying when you're so young. You don't think about it'
Three years after being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, former Ireland U19 captain Chloe Mustaki is preparing to return to the Aviva Stadium tomorrow for the FAI Cup final. It promises to be an emotional day.
The forgotten Madrid team - Getting to the heart of Rayo Vallecano's working class heroes
Irish journalist Robbie Dunne has written a book about what makes Los Franjirrojos special.
Three title fights, a legend returns and a big chance for an Irishman at Madison Square Garden
UFC 217 takes place tonight at the iconic New York venue.
Table-toppers Lansdowne face Garryowen in classic clash and all of the weekend's AIL previews
All of your Ulster Bank League previews are right here.
Friday 3 November, 2017
Aidan O'Brien takes $1m prize as Mendelssohn shines at Breeders' Cup
It’s been a good start for the trainer in California.
'It's a little bit scary - we are going backwards in a democratic state, we've regressed so much'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has given his thoughts on the decision to imprison Catalan politicians.
Ras-matazz: Munster give Erasmus the perfect send-off as Simon Zebo scores in rout
The South African may not be in charge for the province’s next Pro14 fixture again Zebre at the end of the month.
Leinster's young guns fall short after a flurry of early Glasgow tries
Leinster fielded a desperately young team and could not handle a first-half Glasgow purple patch.
Marseille suspend Patrice Evra after Thursday's bizarre kung-fu attack on fan
The veteran defender was involved in the altercation ahead of a Europa League game in Portugal.
Pics: GAA stars turn out in force at tonight's PwC All-Star awards
Have a look through the photos from tonight’s ceremony.
Joe Canning rounds off a stunning 2017 with Hurler of the Year award
Canning is the first Galway man to claim the honour since the late, great Tony Keady in 1988.
Andy Moran becomes the 2nd successive Mayo player to win Footballer of the Year
Moran was presented with the award at tonight’s 2017 PwC All-Stars.
Clarke edges out Cluxton as the 2017 All-Star football team is named
7 awards for Dublin and 6 for Mayo.
'The record belongs to you, Arsene!' - Guardiola dismisses Man City's invincible prospects
City face the Gunners on Sunday.
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Struggling Argentina face 'difficult' November Tests
The Pumas will face England and Italy as well as Joe Schmidt’s Ireland.
Derry dual star Rodgers and ex-Antrim ace Watson among big names on Champion 15 selections
These are effectively the All-Star awards for the Christy Ring, Nickey Rackard and Lory Meagher Cup hurling competitions.
Predict the correct score in the FAI Cup final and win a The42 goodie-bag
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Basketball community in mourning following the sudden passing of Irish underage star
Liam Chandler has been described as a player of ‘great character, talent and commitment.’
Mane could return for Liverpool at West Ham
The winger could return from a hamstring injury ahead of schedule as the Reds travel to face the Hammers tomorrow.
The Chelsea player caught yawning by Conte and more Premier League talking points
Kenedy provoked the ire of Antonio Conte amid a turbulent week for the London club.
Dublin star Connolly 'acted despicably' in civil case over assault, court told
Connolly pleaded guilty to the assault.
Pádraig Harrington produced a memorable up-and-down in Turkey earlier
The Dubliner channelled his inner Seve.
'Tell Katie to heal up so we can get to it': McCaskill hellbent on shocking Taylor in December
Having called Katie Taylor out for the bones of a year, Chicago’s Jessica McCaskill is on the brink of landing her dream fight.
Where has it all gone wrong for Dortmund? BVB's season already in danger of collapsing
After an incredible opening few weeks of the campaign, Dortmund are in danger of seeing all hopes of silverware disappear already.
Landmark occasion for Gilroy as Kiss names strong Ulster backline for Kings test
The winger will make his first appearance of the season in Port Elizabeth tomorrow.
Adeolokun back to boost Connacht as Keane's men bid for four-in-a-row against Cheetahs
The winger is set for his first start of the season after making his injury comeback last week.
Mark McNulty and Stephen Kenny's fake outrage are the only things selling the FAI Cup final right now
The reaction to the Cork goalkeeper’s remarks was inevitable, and it was disingenuous, writes John O’Sullivan.
'Whatever happens, deal with it, move on and hopefully you get your opportunity later on'
Rhys Ruddock is pushing hard for a starting berth against South Africa but knows he’ll need to displace a trio of Lions.
17-year-old Royal Antwerp player dies after suffering cardiac arrest while training
Joel Lobanzo had a heart attack after collapsing during a session with the U19 side on Tuesday.
Olympic gold medal winning ex-hockey star steps down as OCI's Chief Executive Officer
Dr Stephen Martin has decided to pursue other career interests.
Ulster hope to get back on track and make the most of trip to sunny South Africa
‘That’s our challenge — to make sure we turn up and respect the 80 minutes with our best effort.’
Moreno claims to 'live for Liverpool' after rediscovering form
The Spaniard saw his presence at Anfield questioned over the summer.
Santi Cazorla almost lost foot in injury nightmare
The 32-year-old Spanish midfielder has been out of action for over a year.






