Dublin’s Brian Fenton and Mick O’Grady of Kildare contesting the ball.

Sunday 29 January

Today's Top Stories

# On The Road

Dublin narrowly hold off Kildare to open Division 2 campaign with a victory

Luke McGrath scores his team's third try.

# strength in depth

Under-strength Leinster outclass Cardiff in bonus point victory

# Off the Mark

Holders Meath pick up first league win as Lynch goal helps shake off Donegal

John Hodnett celebrates his try with Jack O'Sullivan.

# Italian Job Done

Munster take maximum returns from 70-point thriller in Treviso

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# gratitude

'Mentally, physically, even spiritually, it's been a lot to process'

Recovering Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin, who went into cardiac arrest during an NFL game earlier this month, has posted a message of thanks.

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# Injury

Christian Eriksen undergoes ankle scan after leaving Old Trafford on crutches

The Denmark midfielder was caught on the ankle by Reading forward Andy Carroll, who saw red in the second half of the match for two other bookable offences.

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# Historic

Novak Djokovic equals Rafael Nadal's Grand Slam record with 10th Australian Open title

The Serbian, who also becomes world number one, defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3 7-6 (4) 7-6 (5).

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# backing

Rory Gallagher hails "mental strength" of Glen duo after they shine for Derry

Conor Glass and Ethan Doherty featured in the Division 2 win over Limerick yesterday.

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# Tennis

Sabalenka sets standard in Australia to challenge Swiatek at top of game

The Pole’s consistency, as well as her titles at the French Open and US Open, put her miles ahead of the rest in 2022.

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# Boxing

Anthony Yarde fails in world title bid after losing thriller to Artur Beterbiev

The Montreal-based Russian took his 19th victory when his opponent’s corner called off the fight.

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# Transfer

'I was adamant to come here' - Michael Obafemi delight at finally sealing Burnley move

The Ireland striker joins on loan until the end of this season, with an option to make it permanent.

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# leading role

Sexton still the central character as Six Nations gears up for another series

The Ireland captain gave the rolling Netflix cameras plenty to work with at the Guinness Six Nations launch in London.

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# Determined

'Who cares about that now? I couldn’t care less' - Klopp not thinking about Liverpool legacy

Anfield boss insists now is not the time to look back at past glories as he aims to finish season on a high.

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# Comment

Footballers' lives: A relentless storm you must stay in the eye of to survive

After spending last weekend in England speaking to various figures in Irish football, The42 left with a mixture of jealously, sympathy and admiration for the nature of their lives.

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# David Moran

'End of an era, he owes Kerry nothing' - The Kingdom midfield general

The 34-year-old called time on his inter-county career this week.

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# social engagement

New-found confidence and the influence of American sport - What we learn from footballers' use of social media

Sam Bailey of Unique Sports Group discusses why a modern-day player uses social media.

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# The bosses

New coaches add Six Nations spice but doubts remain for Wales and England

Warren Gatland returns with Wales as Steve Borthwick leads the English into the championship.

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# Comeback Cats

'The ingredients for a good cake' - Kilkenny's football return and the man leading the revival

John Gorey is undertaking his ‘final challenge’ as the Cats field their first adult ladies football team since 2019.

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7 hours ago

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# interesting times

Arsenal reject 'substantial bid' from Chelsea for Ireland captain McCabe - reports

It’s believed that the reigning WSL champions are hopeful that they can negotiate a deal.

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# Onwards

Casemiro on the double as Man United progress to FA Cup fifth round

Fred was also on target in a 3-1 win over Reading.

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# Shot InThe Arm

Connacht boost URC knockout hopes with impressive bonus-point win

Jack Carty became Connacht’s all-time top points scorer in their victory over the Lions.

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# Division 1

O'Donoghue scores late equaliser to ensure Mayo share spoils with Galway

The Connacht rivals played out an absorbing clash in front 13,654 spectators at MacHale Park.

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# down the divisions

Down see off Tipp, last gasp goal earns London draw, Carlow and Wicklow share spoils

Down opened their Allianz Football League campaign with a victory on Saturday night, while there were two draws in Division 4.

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# Round 1

Rian O'Neill grabs 0-4 as Armagh edge out Monaghan in league opener

The Orchard County picked up a two-point win to get their Division 1 campaign off the mark.

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# Well in Son

Son Heung-min brace fires Tottenham past Preston and into FA Cup fifth round

Arnaut Danjuma marked his Spurs debut by scoring the third goal at Deepdale.

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# On The Road

Dublin narrowly hold off Kildare to open Division 2 campaign with a victory

The sides clashed in the league opener at Croke Park.

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# strength in depth

Under-strength Leinster outclass Cardiff in bonus point victory

Without their frontline internationals, Leinster still delivered a dominant victory.

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# Tough Start

Blackpool beaten in Mick McCarthy's first game in charge

The former Republic of Ireland boss succeeded Michael Appleton in the role.

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# Time to say goodbye

Aberdeen sack ex-Ireland international Goodwin as manager after 6-0 loss

The club said in a statement that the decision was reached after ‘an unacceptable run of results.’

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# Just About

Pedri earns subdued Barca nervy derby win at Girona

Barca have opened a six-point gap ahead of Real Madrid at the top of La Liga.

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# Schools GAA

Kerry and Cork schools into Corn Uí Mhuirí final, all-Tyrone affair set for MacRory Cup decider

The final line-ups have been confirmed in Munster and Ulster in football, and in Leinster for hurling.

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# celebration

Aaron Connolly bags birthday brace as Hull end wait for home win

The Ireland international is on loan from Brighton until the end of the season.

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# Wrap

Derry too strong for Limerick, Fermanagh defeat O'Byrne Cup champions Longford

Ulster sides Derry and Fermanagh made winning starts to their Allianz Football League campaigns.

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# Italian Job Done

Munster take maximum returns from 70-point thriller in Treviso

Graham Rowntree’s side scored six tries and overcame plenty of hurdles to overtake Benetton in the URC standings.

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# Off the Mark

Holders Meath pick up first league win as Lynch goal helps shake off Donegal

The sides were all square at the break before the Royals went into the ascendancy.

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# neck and neck

McIlroy and Reed sit two shots off the lead at halfway point in Dubai

Englishman Richard Bland holds a share of the lead at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic.

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# goals win games

Kerry make it two wins from two as second-half goals hold off Mayo challenge

The Kingdom have made a flying start to 2023, while Mayo have now lost their opening two fixtures.

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# Wrap

Three-goal Leeds storm into FA Cup fifth round while Leicester avoid shock

Leeds defeated Accrington Stanley while the Foxes overcame League Two side Walsall.

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# Champion Chase contender

Waterford jockey lands Grade 1 success in brilliant style at Cheltenham

Dungarvan’s Niall Houlihan rode Editeur Du Gite to victory, as Energumene only finished third in a race to savour at Cheltenham.

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# BIG GUNS

Farrell names strong Dublin team for National League opener

Dublin host Kildare at Croke Park at 5pm Saturday, with the game live on TG4.

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# Master trainer

Magical Mullins reaches 4,000 career winners at Fairyhouse

Hard-fought success for Bronn is a landmark for master trainer.

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Sat 1:05 PM

# foot out the door

Wantaway Moises Caicedo ‘given time off’ by Brighton

The Ecuador international has stated his desire to leave the club.

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Sat 12:46 PM

# fab sab

Sabalenka wins Australian Open for first Grand Slam crown

The hard-hitting Belarusian collapsed to the court in tears after winning 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 against the Wimbledon champion.

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Sat 11:55 AM

# dreams

The Irishman aiming for a Hollywood ending in Wales

Thomas O’Connor will be hoping to inspire Wrexham to another memorable cup upset on Sunday.

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Sat 10:00 AM