As it happened
Republic of Ireland earn 3-2 win over the Netherlands in World Cup qualifier
Catch up on all the action as Carla Ward’s side continued their World Cup qualification journey at Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
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Dutch Gold
Michael Noonan in advanced talks to join Ajax from Shamrock Rovers
7 hrs ago
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PodcastThe 42 Rugby Weekly
Andy Farrell's new contract and another interesting week at Leinster
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It's quiziness time
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Homecoming
Katie Taylor enjoys 'goosebumps' moment as impossible Croke Park dream becomes reality
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Today's news
Yesterday
5th June 2026
Golf
Lowry and McIlroy hit by late setbacks as Poston leads at the Memorial
2 hrs ago
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Reaction
Carla Ward: Ireland can beat France and qualify directly for the World Cup
3 hrs ago
4
Qualifier
Alexia Putellas’ brace dents England’s bid for automatic World Cup qualification
4 hrs ago
1
coygig
Ireland keep automatic World Cup qualification hopes alive with famous Dutch win
A landmark result for Carla Ward’s side at Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
Emma Duffy
Reports from Páirc Uí Chaoimh
4 hrs ago
27
Horse Racing
Irish dominate as Thundering On comes from last to first to land Epsom Oaks
6 hrs ago
2
Dutch Gold
Michael Noonan in advanced talks to join Ajax from Shamrock Rovers
It’s understood the Dutch club is now the teenager’s preferred destination.
7 hrs ago
12
As it happened
Republic of Ireland earn 3-2 win over the Netherlands in World Cup qualifier
7 hrs ago
33
Tennis
Flavio Cobolli to face Zverev in French Open final as Arnaldi withdraws due to illness
Updated 8 hrs ago
2
In The Ring
Aaron McKenna set for World middleweight title fight in August at 3Arena
8 hrs ago
2
Rest In Peace
Cork GAA great Denis Coughlan passes away aged 80
9 hrs ago
3
It's quiziness time
Know your sport? Take our weekly quiz
9 hrs ago
4
Homecoming
Katie Taylor enjoys 'goosebumps' moment as impossible Croke Park dream becomes reality
9 hrs ago
3
more to come
New deal shows Farrell is confident about future of his Ireland team
10 hrs ago
32
PodcastThe 42 Rugby Weekly
Andy Farrell's new contract and another interesting week at Leinster
URC
Munster hire Jimmy Duffy as new forwards coach
11 hrs ago
14
Boxing
Katie Taylor to face Flora Pili as Croke Park title fight confirmed
Taylor is the first boxer to headline a prizefight at the 82,300-capacity home of Gaelic games since Muhammad Ali defeated Al ‘Blue’ Lewis in 1972.
12 hrs ago
11
Premier League
Tottenham sign former Liverpool defender Andy Robertson on free transfer
12 hrs ago
13
Easy Decision
'It's special to be involved' - Farrell delighted to commit to Ireland
14 hrs ago
22
Team news
Limerick and Galway name sides for provincial finals
15 hrs ago
6
Best of the best
Arsenal trio make shortlist for PFA Men’s Player of the Year award
16 hrs ago
9
The Boss
Andy Farrell signs new IRFU contract through to 2031 World Cup
Farrell’s previous contract had been due to expire after the 2027 World Cup in Australia.
16 hrs ago
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Tune in
Here's your essential TV guide for this weekend's live sport
18 hrs ago
1
Camogie
Avoiding fixture clash with wedding an added motivation for bride-to-be McNaughton
19 hrs ago
URC
As people 'pick holes', Cullen explains 'completely collaborative' coaching process
19 hrs ago
12
GAA
Limerick stay true to data but John Kiely says players driving their goal hunt
19 hrs ago
match preview
Ireland dare to dream as World Cup qualifying intensifies at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Carla Ward’s side welcome Netherlands to Cork this evening.
Emma Duffy
19 hrs ago
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Friendly
Jake O'Brien: Coleman class, Leaving Cert days, and World Cup motivation
20 hrs ago
Crossing the line
'For any parent, seeing a lot of abuse thrown their child’s way is difficult to see'
20 hrs ago
Thursday
4th June 2026
world cup warm-ups
France booed off as Amad Diallo gives Ivory Coast shock win
4 Jun
7
Provincial Finals
Captain Fitzgibbon out as Cork name team for Munster final; three changes for Dublin
Updated 4 Jun
3
PGA Tour
Lowry and McIlroy post under-par first rounds at Memorial Tournament
Updated 4 Jun
3
Athletics
Mark English second at Rome Diamond League in season's best
4 Jun
7
Supporters Group
Green Brigade declare opposition to Robbie Keane Celtic links
4 Jun
Premier League
Andoni Iraola announced as new Liverpool head coach
The 43-year-old former Bournemouth boss takes over from Arne Slot.
4 Jun
19
Tennis
Qualifier Maja Chwalinska continues remarkable run to reach French Open final
4 Jun
1
Leinster
'Jacques is brilliant and we’re very lucky to have him' - Cullen expects Nienaber to stay at Leinster
4 Jun
13
No Luck
Evan Ferguson emerges as injury doubt for Nations League
4 Jun
7
PodcastThe 42 GAA Weekly
Ger Brennan hits back, Derek Lyng leaves Kilkenny, Munster-Leinster final previews
Cycling
Lara Gillespie finishes seventh in third top-ten Giro finish of the week
4 Jun
2
Nations League
FAI board to meet this evening to discuss options for Ireland-Israel fixtures
4 Jun
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