# Challenge

This year

2023

# Challenge

Loris Karius urged to ‘rewrite the story of his career’

The 29-year-old is in pole position to play at Wembley for Newcastle with Nick Pope suspended.

6.1k

Feb 21st 2023, 10:31 PM

# Challenge

'I have to prove I can perform'- Liverpool star's Champions League test

Cody Gakpo determined to make his mark against Real Madrid.

5.0k

Feb 20th 2023, 4:39 PM

Last year

2022

# Challenge

St Pat's look ahead to potential Euro date with Tottenham's conquerors

Tim Clancy’s side could be set for a tricky tie with Slovenian club Mura.

5.3k

Jun 17th 2022, 12:01 AM

# Challenge

Kevin De Bruyne forced to use left foot as a child – to protect friend’s flowers

The Belgian international scored three of his four goals against Wolves with his supposed weaker foot.

8.0k

May 12th 2022, 9:29 PM

# Challenge

Ireland look to end difficult Six Nations campaign on a positive note

The final round of the Women’s Six Nations sees Greg McWilliams’ side host Scotland in Belfast today.

8.9k

Apr 30th 2022, 7:00 AM

# Challenge

11 games into his reign, Stephen O'Donnell confident Dundalk moving in the right direction

The manager saw his side lose 1-0 to Shamrock Rovers on Monday night.

2.4k

Apr 19th 2022, 6:36 PM

# Challenge

Vera Pauw's Ireland will use upcoming match with U15 boys team to 'try out a few things'

They face a crucial World Cup qualifier with Sweden later this month.

23.1k

Apr 1st 2022, 8:13 AM

# Challenge

'It’s a huge game, probably the most important to date'

Jim Crawford’s Irish U21 team face a big test away to Sweden tomorrow.

7.1k

Mar 28th 2022, 1:16 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.

51.2k

Mar 24th 2022, 8:06 PM

# Fighting Talk

'We play with a physicality that Ireland haven’t seen before' - Eddie Jones

The England boss pointed out that Andy Farrell’s men haven’t faced South Africa since 2017.

10.9k

Mar 10th 2022, 10:00 PM

# Challenge

Russian Football Union to appeal against ban imposed by Fifa and Uefa

The ban means Russia will not participate in the upcoming men’s World Cup qualifying play-offs or UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 this summer.

4.6k

Mar 3rd 2022, 7:40 PM

# Challenge

Ulster light on numbers as they search for new Irish-qualified hooker

Wales international Brad Roberts will leave the province at the end of the season.

10.8k

Jan 26th 2022, 8:47 AM

# Challenge

Moyes believes England will come calling if Bowen maintains form

The calls for Bowen to win a call-up from Gareth Southgate are getting louder.

3.0k

Jan 13th 2022, 8:17 AM

# Challenge

Nadal says Djokovic knew the risks: 'He made his own decisions'

The Serb has launched a court challenge to stay in the country and play at this month’s Australian Open where both he and Nadal would be chasing a record 21st Grand Slam title.

44.2k

Jan 6th 2022, 9:15 AM

All time

# Challenge

Leinster set to appeal for cancelled Montpellier game to be rescheduled

The Irish province are unhappy about EPCR’s decision.

16.0k

Dec 18th 2021, 1:06 PM

# in flux

How are Munster shaping up for their Champions Cup clash with Wasps?

The southern province have some highly experienced players available.

48.2k

Updated

Dec 4th 2021, 9:33 PM

# work cut out

Managing Spurs is Antonio Conte's 'biggest challenge'

The Italian was left chastened by an embarrassing Europa Conference League defeat.

1.8k

Dec 2nd 2021, 10:56 AM

# Challenge

'After three weeks I am starting to understand the situation' - Conte

Spurs were stunned 2-1 by the lowest ranked team in the Europa Conference League.

9.0k

Nov 25th 2021, 9:48 PM

# Day Jobs

Ireland challenge players to be 'leaders' for provinces ahead of Six Nations

The United Rugby Championship returns this weekend, with the Champions Cup on the horizon.

3.9k

Nov 23rd 2021, 6:00 AM

# up for a challenge

'I like a risk' - Gerrard welcomes the pressure that comes with Aston Villa job

The Liverpool legend will manage in the Premier League for the first time this Saturday.

3.3k

Nov 15th 2021, 2:16 PM

# Challenge

Ireland hoping to make history ahead of Tallaght clash with 'one of the best teams in the world'

Megan Connolly and co open their World Cup qualifying campaign against Sweden on Thursday.

16.5k

Updated

Oct 19th 2021, 8:51 AM

# Unhappy

Steven Gerrard criticises ‘leg-breaking’ challenge

Ryan Porteous was sent off in the first half of his side’s 2-1 defeat at Rangers.

7.0k

Oct 4th 2021, 2:09 PM

# Challenge

Man accused of Kevin Lunney abduction takes High Court case over time limits regarding judicial reviews

The man has previously brought judicial review proceedings challenging the Special Criminal Court’s jurisdiction to hear his trial.

10.2k

Jun 22nd 2021, 3:50 PM

# Challenge

Challenge brought over decision not to proceed with Waterford halting site

The council voted against the plans last March.

17.7k

Jun 21st 2021, 10:05 PM

# Challenge

'The trial hasn't worked. I don't think it's going to feature beyond the Rainbow Cup'

Munster had a successful captain’s challenge at the death against Cardiff Blues.

14.3k

May 31st 2021, 12:39 PM

# Naoufal Fassih

Dutch gang leader arrested at Kinahan hideout loses appeal against decision allowing him to be tried for murder

Naoufal Fassih was arrested in 2016.

26.3k

May 27th 2021, 7:45 PM

# Challenge

'He brings a huge professionalism. We were blown away' - backing club boss to succeed with Déise

Cork star Doireann O’Sullivan on new chapters for Shane Ronayne and Saoirse Noonan, and the Rebels set-up ahead of the 2021 season.

4.9k

Apr 30th 2021, 6:50 AM

# Challenge

What can Ireland expect from France in their Six Nations showdown in Dublin?

The winner of tomorrow’s clash in Dublin will advance into the final against England.

3.1k

Apr 16th 2021, 4:50 PM

# Challenge

'We had three days to get a team together' - The story of how a new Irish football club was born

Tommy Barrett and Conn Murray discuss the formation of Treaty United.

16.2k

Mar 18th 2021, 8:00 PM

# Challenge

'Challenge it' - Kiwi rugby getting to grips with new captain's referral system

There were referrals in both Super Rugby Aotearoa games last weekend.

11.8k

Mar 9th 2021, 7:30 PM

# Challenge

'The problem is, we do not yet bring in money' - Vera Pauw on Irish footballers' equal pay fight

The Ireland boss also spoke of plans to introduce ‘mixed-gender’ training.

4.7k

Feb 22nd 2021, 6:07 PM

# prejudice

'We live in a world where there are a lot of sad and angry people' - The challenges of being a female pundit

Irish footballer Chloe Mustaki on the Karen Carney controversy and her own experiences in punditry.

61.7k

Jan 10th 2021, 7:00 AM

# Challenge

Farrell confirms Ireland will head to New Zealand for a three-Test tour in 2022

Ireland have yet to beat the Kiwis on New Zealand soil.

7.0k

Dec 14th 2020, 1:47 PM

# Challenge

Mo Farah takes a break from running as he bids for TV crown

The athlete is set to take part in British TV reality show ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’.

8.3k

Nov 9th 2020, 10:53 PM

# Profile

Working the 11pm-to-7am shift while winning promotion

Tim Clancy reflects on a memorable season that saw Drogheda crowned First Division champions.

12.3k

Nov 7th 2020, 7:15 AM

# Challenge

The Irish underage star embarking on a new adventure in Switzerland

New Grasshopper loan signing Connor Ronan is hoping to help Jim Crawford’s side overcome Italy.

11.5k

Oct 9th 2020, 9:00 AM

# Challenge

Former Manchester United midfielder Ravel Morrison finds new club

The 27-year-old has signed for Dutch side ADO Den Haag until the end of the Eredivisie season.

11.8k

Sep 22nd 2020, 1:17 PM

# Challenge

'We do support the dual player, but we can't design an entire fixtures programme around a player'

The dual player concept and trial rules were two topics Camogie Association CEO Sinéad McNulty recently discussed with The42.

5.7k

Aug 23rd 2020, 9:30 AM

# homeschooling

Challenge against Leaving Cert calculated grades system opens before the High Court

Elijah Burke said the State’s decision means he cannot advance to third-level education for another year.

35.3k

Aug 12th 2020, 5:23 PM

# Challenge

Pacific Rugby campaigners want 'comprehensive review' of Beaumont’s World Rugby re-election

World Rugby say the election for chairman was ‘fairly contested’.

7.4k

Jul 22nd 2020, 11:22 AM