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# bolt from the blue
Cork footballer named in AFL side for first time in almost three years
Ciaran Sheehan is included on Carlton’s interchange bench for Saturday’s game against Adelaide.
# in the blood
'If I win the Irish title it's a f*** you to all the naysayers': Steve Collins Jr
The unbeaten 27-year-old takes on Westmeath southpaw Paddy McDonagh at the National Stadium tonight.
# scarred
Shock Longford defeat still fuelling McManus and Monaghan
A surprise summer exit has not been forgotten by the Farney men as they head into an Ulster semi-final against Down.
Sponsored
Galway-Mayo rivalry and Dublin aim to make amends: Allianz Football League talking points
Four huge games in store this weekend in Croke Park.
# starting XV
Read recovers to lead All Blacks in first Test as Hansen springs surprise on wing
Rieko Ioane and Sonny Bill Williams have been included in the All Black side.
AS IT HAPPENED
Meath v Kildare, Leinster SFC semi-final
We’re covering all the action from Tullamore right here.
# golden boys
O'Donovan and O'Driscoll strike gold again in impressive World Cup victory
Another medal is on its way to Skibbereen.
# Full Circle
'I feel like I'm 22 again': Brogan desperate to earn his place back in Dublin team
Ten years on from his championship debut, the former Footballer of the Year wants to prove himself all over again.
# Firepower
McBrearty returns as Donegal name strong side for Tyrone tie
Manager Rory Gallagher makes one change from the team that beat Antrim four weeks ago.
# call for action
'There are too many loopholes': Keegan calls for change to disciplinary process
The Mayo star is concerned football is being overshadowed by off-field issues.
# Phew
'I was having flashbacks to 1992 when Clare last beat Kerry'
After receiving his marching orders in the first half against the Banner, Kingdom wing-forward Donnchadh Walsh was particularly relieved to see his team-mates get over the line.
# Let's Get Quizzical
Quiz: How well do you know the US Open?
It’s time to test your knowledge ahead of the year’s second Major.
# sayonara
Blow for Ireland as Carbery will miss rest of summer tour
The out-half will be sidelined for four weeks with an ankle injury.
# Tee Times
McIlroy to play with Day and Rose in star-studded US Open group
Shane Lowry, Paul Dunne and Graeme McDowell will also be in action at Erin Hills next week.
# new faces
Aussie coach joins Connacht backroom team after three years with leading NBA side
David Howard will be the province’s head of athletic performance.
# full draw
O'Gara and Ryan to take on Munster as provinces learn Champions Cup fate
Leinster have been drawn in Pool 3 with Exeter, Montpellier and Glasgow.
# euro trips
Connacht handed tough draw in next season's Challenge Cup
The western province will be in a pool with Brive, Worcester Warriors and Oyonnax.
# RIP
Meath motorbike racer dies after crash at Isle of Man TT
Alan Bonner (33) is the third competitor to suffer fatal injuries at this year’s event.
# Irish Eye
Carlton's Louth star set for long-awaited return to action from cruciate injury
Ciaran Byrne will join Cork’s Ciaran Sheehan in the Northern Blues’ line-up this weekend.
# look who's back
Former Leinster hooker the latest name on new-look Ulster coaching ticket
Aaron Dundon will be scrum coach at the province next season.
# Up Down
Down overcome wasteful Armagh to claim first Ulster win for four years
Eamonn Burns’ side advance to an Ulster semi-final on 25 June.
# remember the name
Son of former Dublin manager produces stunning comeback win at French Open
Simon Carr lost the first set 6-0 but won the next two to advance to the second round.
# Team news
Two starting debutants in Meath team as Louth unchanged for Leinster quarter-final
The counties clash in Parnell Park on Sunday.
# statement
Banned substance MHA not among ingredients in supplement taken by Kerry footballer
Sport Ireland have released another statement regarding Brendan O’Sullivan’s failed drugs test.
# Final Countdown
Quiz: How well do you remember the FA Cup finals of the 1990s?
The decade was littered with iconic Wembley moments.
# fresh faces
Harte hands trio first championship starts in Tyrone opener
The Red Hand boss has made five changes from the team that started against Kerry last month.
# mark of respect
Chelsea cancel Premier League victory parade following Manchester attack
The club say it wouldn’t be appropriate to go ahead with the planned celebrations on Sunday.
# Bowing out
Leinster lock's France move is off as Mike McCarthy is forced to retire due to injury
The 35-year-old has ended his rugby career on medical advice.
# Permutations
Explained: What needs to happen for Champions League spots to be decided by a play-off
It’s not exactly straightforward.
# Try time
Irish provinces well represented in Champions Cup Try of the Season contenders
Niyi Adeolokun, Tyler Bleyendaal, Jamison Gibson-Park, Francis Saili and Garry Ringrose are included on the shortlist.
# statement
Antrim forward hit with 48-week ban for 'deliberately giving false evidence'
Matthew Fitzpatrick is expected to appeal the ruling.
# new faces
Joe Schmidt includes eight uncapped players in squad for Ireland's summer tour
One more name will be added after this weekend’s provincial games.
# Interview
After ditching plans to study medicine and play for Leinster, Meath teen is determined to excel in AFL
Six months after making the move to Melbourne, Conor Nash is delighted he decided to join Hawthorn.
# He's back
Confirmed: Roddy Collins is named Athlone Town manager for a second time
The Dubliner is expected to take charge after tomorrow’s clash against Shelbourne.
# As You Were
Blow for Connacht as Bundee Aki will definitely miss Champions Cup play-off semi-final
The powerful midfielder’s appeal fails to reduce his punishment.
# natural finisher
Sam Bennett excels in elite sprinting company to claim third on Stage 5 of Giro
It is the Tipp man’s second top-10 finish of this year’s race.
# Men in Black
Cormac Reilly back in mix to referee football championship after being left out last year
The GAA announce their list of officials for this summer’s Gaelic football and hurling championships.
# new faces
Connacht appoint former Queensland Reds and Edinburgh defence coach
Peter Wilkins will join Kieran Keane, Jimmy Duffy and Nigel Carolan at the province next season.
# behind enemy lines
'I'll always be true to my county but this will be different, I'll wear the New York jersey with pride'
Vinny Cadden is hoping to inflict an embarrassing defeat on his former side tonight.
# Aston Villa
'There were fans crying on the pitch and crying in your arms, it means so much to them'
A rejuvenated Enda Stevens is making waves on England’s south coast.
# Awards Season
Flying high: Kiwi playmaker Bleyendaal lands Munster Player of the Year gong
Darren Sweetnam picked up the Young Player of the Year award.