Fit-again Blade handed Connacht start, as Leinster turn to debutant Smyth at tighthead
Record crowd of over 12,000 fans set for Saturday’s sold-out derby at the redeveloped Dexcom Stadium.
Barcelona teen sensation Dro Fernandez opts to join PSG
Michael Lowry set for Ulster return against Scarlets following three-month layoff
7 rising hurlers to watch out for in the 2026 season
Reed seizes halfway lead in Dubai with Lowry and McIlroy both chasing
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23rd January 2026
Inter smash Pisa to extend Serie A lead, PSG 'lacking confidence' but go top in France
Late West Brom equaliser cancels out Max O'Leary's debut gaffe
Coombes rescues Munster in narrow win over the Dragons
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Reed seizes halfway lead in Dubai with Lowry and McIlroy both chasing
Barcelona teen sensation Dro Fernandez opts to join PSG
The 42 understands he has informed a number of his Premier League suitors about his decision.
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The Evolution of Gaelic Football: a three-part series

Part I
The dreamers, schemers, thinkers and doers who brought tactics and design to Gaelic football
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Part II
The cult of the manager: Heffernan and O'Dwyer herald long era of charismatic leadership
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Part III
Northern exposure: How the stroke of a pen led to Ulster's tactical dominance
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Tottenham in talks with Liverpool over Scotland captain Andy Robertson
UNLOCKED: The best of Wednesday's Rugby Weekly Extra
Furbank in, but no George Hendy, as England name Six Nations squad
Shamrock Rovers sign Ireland international Ellen Molloy in major statement of intent
7 rising hurlers to watch out for in the 2026 season
Keep an eye on these emerging stars.
Mark McCall: Former Ireland international to step down after 15 years as Saracens director of rugby
Michael Lowry set for Ulster return against Scarlets following three-month layoff
Fit-again Blade handed Connacht start, as Leinster turn to debutant Smyth at tighthead
Uefa confirm Nations League seedings - and here's who Ireland could face this year
France's Thibaud Flament to miss Ireland clash for wife's fertility treatment
Tipperary name 10 All-Ireland final starters for first National League game vs Galway
Two debutants for Ger Brennan's Dublin, while Evan Comerford returns in goal
Teenager Jovic shocks 7th seed Paolini; Alcaraz steps up pursuit of first Australian Open title
Donnacha Ryan backs La Rochelle 'to get over hump' of Champions Cup exit
Scheffler tied for second in La Quinta
'The people of the West of Ireland are incredibly defiant'
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What the disgraceful treatment of James McClean has told us about modern England
With McClean returning to Derry City, we reflect on his 15-year career in England.
'I said if I ever get the chance again, I won't let them down' - Kerry's dual diamond
Cork captain - 'Probably have more years done than left, so want to appreciate it'
Thursday
22nd January 2026
Evan Ferguson returns for Roma, mixed fortunes for British clubs in Europa League
Winning run under Martin O'Neill ends as 10-man Celtic let two-goal lead slip
Meanwhile, Aston Villa secured their place in the last 16 of the Europa League.
Ireland international O'Leary leaves Bristol City after 18 years
Richie Murphy extends Ulster contract until 2028
Track star Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone announces pregnancy
'For the first time in history, no Brit was arrested during a World Cup. Imagine!’ - Infantino dig at British fans
Two-point shyness, and predictable restarts: Moran has to address Mayo’s fundamentals under new rules
The Andy Moran era begins in optimism – but Sunday’s opponents Galway have a different perspective on the new league campaign.
'I will carry Manchester United with me throughout my life' - Casemiro confirms Old Trafford exit
LOI title-winners' prize money unchanged at €125,000
Thyestes Chase decided in thrilling finish as Now Is The Hour gets up on the line
Irish cyclist Sam Bennett reveals he has undergone heart procedure
Luckless Bazunu facing six weeks out following Stoke loan move
'I had this feeling that I really needed a change' - Denise O'Sullivan's Liverpool challenge
Fresh from her move to the WSL, the Irish midfield star speaks to The 42.
Clayton McMillan says concussion will not impact Edwin Edogbo joining Irish squad