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# Debut Day

'It's something you dream of when you first start playing' - from rugby roots to Ireland's call

Aoibheann Reilly will make her Ireland 15s debut this weekend.

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Mar 25th 2022, 3:25 PM

# West Cork

Tractor-driving Hodnett looking to take his game up a gear with Munster

The Rosscarbery man has bounced back well this season after a year out of the game through injury.

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Mar 25th 2022, 12:16 PM

# heating up

Ex-Liverpool chief and Chicago Cubs family owners have bids shortlisted in race to buy Chelsea

Sir Martin Broughton and Todd Boehly are in the hunt to take charge at Stamford Bridge.

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Mar 25th 2022, 9:25 AM

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# Keeping The Faith

Tyreik Wright: 'I haven't been home to Cork in 2 years'

Ireland U21 international Tyreik Wright on the challenges of being a professional footballer.

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Mar 25th 2022, 8:31 AM

# Home Visit

'A good few teachers who taught me are still here' - Herring feeling nostalgic before Stormers clash

The Ulster star grew up in South Africa before relocating to Ireland to pursue his rugby dream.

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Mar 25th 2022, 8:30 AM

# Round 1

Maguire and Meadow make promising starts in California as world number one Ko takes early lead

Maguire and Meadow are in action in the LPGA JTBC Classic.

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Mar 25th 2022, 8:09 AM

# Tune in

Here's your essential TV guide for this weekend's live sport

Get stuck into this lot over the weekend.

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Mar 25th 2022, 7:30 AM

# Moving On

'A real family goes through major issues and you're there for each other'

Greg McWilliams and his Ireland squad are setting their sights on silverware after a turbulent time.

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Mar 25th 2022, 7:00 AM

# veteran

Keegan: 'Kids put a lot of perspective on life. Football is no longer your main focus anymore'

But Lee Keegan stresses he has no retirement plans and that he enjoys playing for Mayo more than ever.

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Mar 25th 2022, 6:35 AM

# as it stands

Ben Martin seizes Dominican PGA lead with Graeme McDowell in hunt

The world number 565′s only PGA victory came eight years ago in Las Vegas.

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Mar 24th 2022, 11:44 PM

# pain

'I am responsible' - Mancini takes blame for Italy's World Cup humiliation

It was a former Palermo player in Aleksandar Trajkovski who stunned the European champions.

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Mar 24th 2022, 11:36 PM

# Roundup

Sweden go extra mile while League of Ireland referee Hennessy frustrates Scots

Robin Quaison’s goal set up a clash between the Swedes and Poland in a World Cup qualifying play-off final

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Mar 24th 2022, 11:16 PM

# Confidence

'I think we can go and win it' - Duffy setting Irish ambitions high for 2022

The defender has echoed his manager’s belief that Ireland can win their Nations League group, using Saturday’s friendly with Belgium as preparation.

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Mar 24th 2022, 11:00 PM

# warning

England coach Eddie Jones 'not bullet-proof'

His position was again called into question after a defeat by Grand Slam champions France

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Mar 24th 2022, 10:56 PM

# HITTINGBACK

'It's a waste of my time. It's disgusting and they should be ashamed of themselves'

Gareth Bale responds to ‘Welsh parasite’ description in Spanish newspaper with claims he’s “sucking money” from Real Madrid.

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Mar 24th 2022, 10:42 PM

# Under Pressure

Russian star Medvedev responds to Wimbledon ban threat

He was reluctant to be drawn on the subject.

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Mar 24th 2022, 10:29 PM

# Upset

Incredible scenes as North Macedonia end European champions Italy's World Cup dream

Roberto Mancini’s side will not be going to Qatar later this year.

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Mar 24th 2022, 10:08 PM

# talisman

Bale stands and delivers for Wales with World Cup place now in their sights

Real Madrid star hits stunning double either side of half-time to down Austria in play-off semi-final.

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Mar 24th 2022, 10:03 PM

# Progress

Liverpool star Jota on target as Portugal advance to World Cup qualifying playoff final

Turkey missed a late penalty amid a dramatic climax.

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Mar 24th 2022, 10:02 PM

# Sale

Saudi bid for Chelsea out of running as sale reaches a crucial stage

New York merchant bank the Raine Group has started the process of informing the prospective buyers of Chelsea of the status on their bids.

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Mar 24th 2022, 9:34 PM

# Sensational

Sensational Power on brink of Masters debut following Match Play display

The Waterford native has provisionally moved to 44th in the world, with the top 50 as of Monday week receiving invites to Augusta National.

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Mar 24th 2022, 9:33 PM

# available

Boost for unvaccinated NBA star as New York relaxes rules

Kyrie Irving has not played any home games for the Nets this year

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Mar 24th 2022, 9:30 PM

# Sharp

Osaka's resurgence continues as she puts fan's jeers behind her

Japanese star makes light work of 13th seed Angelique Kerber to progress in Miami Open.

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Mar 24th 2022, 8:17 PM

# Into the Lyons Den

'I'm walking into a dressing room where I’m probably the only person who hasn’t won a league title'

Ireland U21 defender Andy Lyons on adjusting to full-time football at Shamrock Rovers and watching Evan Ferguson at 14.

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Mar 24th 2022, 8:06 PM

# briggsy

'She was The Name I knew growing up and to be coached by her is really exciting'

Niamh Briggs has made a big impression in the Ireland coaching set-up thus far.

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Mar 24th 2022, 7:30 PM

# End of an era

'Very difficult decision to make' - Canning Hurleys forced to close after 11 years

The decision has been caused by the persistent ash dieback disease.

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Mar 24th 2022, 6:12 PM

# Covid-19

Bukayo Saka out of England squad after positive Covid test

The Arsenal winger is the sixth player to drop out of the friendlies against Switzerland and the Ivory Coast.

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Mar 24th 2022, 6:04 PM

# Concussion

URC apologise to Cardiff player for 'inappropriate' TikTok post following concussion

Aled Summerhill suffered a head injury against the Emirates Lions.

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Mar 24th 2022, 5:59 PM

# Opportunity

'Caoimhín is in a good position now' - Kelleher gets his chance to stake starting claim

With Gavin Bazunu and Mark Travers out, the Liverpool goalkeeper has the chance to make his case to be Stephen Kenny’s first-choice.

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Mar 24th 2022, 4:12 PM

# wonder wall

'The world is her oyster,' as Ireland star Wall returns to hit Six Nations goal

The 21-year-old is back to her best after an injury lay-off.

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Mar 24th 2022, 4:06 PM

# International return

Ballon d'Or winner Hegerberg ends five-year exile with Norway

The 26-year-old fell out with the Norwegian federation in 2017 and quit over a dispute related to equal pay.

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Mar 24th 2022, 3:17 PM

# NFL

Mayo make three changes for clash with Kildare

Padraig O’Hora is named to start against Kildare on Sunday with a league final spot up for grabs.

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Mar 24th 2022, 3:06 PM

# Business end

Can Munster finish the Johann Van Graan era with trophy success?

RG Snyman won’t be back this season but otherwise, the squad is shaping up well.

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Mar 24th 2022, 3:00 PM

# Impact

Ireland head coach McWilliams backs Parsons to 'do some damage' from the bench

The 20-year-old superstar is held in reserve for Saturday’s Six Nations opener against Wales.

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Mar 24th 2022, 2:52 PM

# COYBIG

Irish football supporters are hosting a charity match in aid of Ukraine crisis

The game will take place at Home Farm FC on Friday.

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Mar 24th 2022, 2:10 PM

# AFLW

Meath star Vikki Wall closes in on AFLW move, Sarah Rowe considering Sydney interest

Clubs have been in contact with the Dunboyne forward since before the 2021 All-Ireland final.

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Mar 24th 2022, 12:53 PM

# Big call

Parsons has to be content with a place on the bench as McWilliams blends youth and experience

Ireland kick off their Six Nations campaign on Saturday against Wales.

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Mar 24th 2022, 12:22 PM

# not standing still

'I’m still nervous and checking the list' - Ireland regular Ogbene not resting on his laurels

Chiedozie Ogbene has become a regular at international level, but he is refusing to take anything for granted.

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Mar 24th 2022, 12:01 PM

# Team news

All change for Munster as Van Graan names team to play Benetton

The province have made eight changes to the side that lost to the Lions in South Africa last weekend.

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Mar 24th 2022, 11:54 AM

# Bowing out

Former England striker Jermain Defoe retires aged 39

The striker scored 20 goals for his country and 162 in the Premier League.

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Mar 24th 2022, 11:37 AM