#Controversy
# controversy - Yesterday’s News
‘I’ve been asked many times how I kept calm, but I don't think anything could prepare you for that’
Ireland U17 manager Colin O’Brien looks ahead to this summer’s European Championships and reflects on last year’s penalty controversy against Holland.
# controversy - Friday 15 February, 2019
BAM offers to pull out of National Children's Hospital contract if the board wants
The company also said it did not benefit inappropriately from the tender process.
# controversy - Tuesday 5 February, 2019
Liam Neeson says he's 'not racist' after receiving backlash over controversial interview
Neeson said he once walked the streets hunting for a black person to kill after his close friend was raped.
# controversy - Sunday 3 February, 2019
Maroon 5 are playing the Super Bowl halftime show - and a lot of people aren't one bit happy
Prominent artists including Rihanna, P!nk and Cardi B reportedly turned down the offer to headline tonight’s game.
# controversy - Wednesday 30 January, 2019
Spanish authorities re-open investigation into claims that Eric Abidal was given trafficked liver
The former Barcelona defender denies any wrongdoing.
# controversy - Monday 28 January, 2019
'It was absolutely accidental' - Sheedy admits Tony Kelly's red card was harsh
Clare are expected to appeal Kelly’s ban, while Roscommon’s Donie Smith could be facing a suspension.
# controversy - Sunday 27 January, 2019
Hibs dig out win after Neil Lennon suspended by club
Ireland international Daryl Horgan started Sunday’s game, but went off injured.
# controversy - Monday 21 January, 2019
RTÉ defends plans to feature Graham Linehan in Prime Time report on transgender issues
Over 4,000 people have signed a petition opposing the appearance of the Father Ted co-writer.
# controversy - Thursday 17 January, 2019
Thousands of crimes, including rape, not prosecuted due to serious failings in Garda youth scheme
Serious crimes – including one reported case of rape – were not pursued by the force.
# controversy - Sunday 13 January, 2019
Ulster Rugby vow to 'robustly investigate any complaints' after Simon Zebo says he was abused by fans
The Irish star suggested he was subjected to racial comments at Kingspan Stadium in Belfast.
# controversy - Sunday 30 December, 2018
Harlequins ban their own player for stamping but clear him of spitting
“I know that I have never spat on a player in all my career and will never do so,” said Dave Ward.
# controversy - Monday 24 December, 2018
LeBron James apologises for 'Jewish money' Instagram post
A social media post from the basketball star on Sunday attracted criticism.
# controversy - Saturday 8 December, 2018
From Baby It's Cold Outside to Fairytale of New York, should old classics be censored?
A debate has been ongoing all week over what old Christmas songs are acceptable to play.
# controversy - Sunday 2 December, 2018
Fury's trainer: Judges ruined 'biggest comeback in boxing history, probably in sporting history'
Ben Davison branded the split draw ‘disgraceful’.
# controversy - Wednesday 28 November, 2018
Mourinho defends controversial reaction to Rashford miss
The England striker passed up a golden opportunity in Manchester United’s win over Young Boys.
# controversy - Monday 26 November, 2018
Bernardo Bertolucci, director of Last Tango in Paris, dies aged 77
Bertolucci died at his home in Rome early on Monday.
# controversy - Tuesday 20 November, 2018
'There are two Meath teams playing All-Ireland finals in Meath on Sunday. It's pretty ridiculous'
The Four Roads club in Roscommon have hit out at the Camogie Association’s decision to fix their All-Ireland club junior final against Meath’s Kilmessan in Navan.
# controversy - Friday 16 November, 2018
'I would never condone anyone booing anyone's anthem'
Northern Ireland boss Michael O’Neill was less than impressed with a section of the crowd at the Aviva Stadium on Thursday.
# controversy - Wednesday 7 November, 2018
# controversy - Sunday 4 November, 2018
'Unless my shoulder has moved:' Barrett questions penalty call in Cup final defeat
Peamount United had two calls for a penalty turned down in their FAI Cup final defeat to Wexford Youths at the Aviva Stadium.
# controversy - Wednesday 31 October, 2018
Irish karate stars' Olympic hopes under threat as power struggle rages on
The current controversy is threatening to derail Karate Ireland’s Tokyo 2020 ambitions.
# controversy - Wednesday 17 October, 2018
'Appalling' and 'abhorrent': All five presidential rivals round on Casey over Traveller comments
Casey had said that travellers are “basically people camping in someone else’s land”.
# controversy - Tuesday 9 October, 2018
Two Russian internationals condemned after 'disgusting' cafe attack
Video footage has emerged of Alexander Kokorin and Pavel Mamaev allegedly assaulting a government official in Moscow.
# controversy - Sunday 30 September, 2018
A harsh call or full-on penalty? Leahy's challenge sees Cork City earn dramatic late draw
Kieran Sadlier’s penalty saw Sunday’s FAI Cup semi-final between Bohemians and Cork City end all square.
# controversy - Tuesday 18 September, 2018
'It's another slap in the face to clean athletes around the world'
Sport Ireland are among those to join opposition to WADA’s plan to reinstate Russia.
# controversy - Saturday 1 September, 2018
How did 11 of Kenya's most precious and protected black rhinos end up dead?
Officials are now blaming each other for the fiasco in a country which prides itself on its conservation efforts.
# controversy - Tuesday 28 August, 2018
Serena attitude defused dress code row says French Open director
The “Black Panther” catsuit American star Williams wore at the French Open in May was described as “going too far”.
# controversy - Saturday 25 August, 2018
French Open to ban Serena Williams' 'Black Panther' catsuit
The 36-year-old American star stunned Paris this year in her body-hugging outfit.
# controversy - Friday 24 August, 2018
'Drink-driving is completely unacceptable' - Lloris apologises after arrest
The Metropolitan Police confirmed the goalkeeper was charged following a routine patrol stop in central London on Friday.
# controversy - Sunday 12 August, 2018
Spanish Super Cup in jeopardy as Sevilla threaten withdrawal from Barca clash
The Spanish Football Federation said there would be no restrictions on players from outside the EU.
# controversy - Thursday 2 August, 2018
State accused of 'hiding behind' Cervical Check scandal victims as they battle labs in court
Stephen Teap, whose wife was affected by the scandal and has since died, says Varadkar needs to get ahead of the situation.
# controversy - Monday 30 July, 2018
Guardians of the Galaxy cast issues open letter in support of fired director James Gunn
Gunn was let go from directing the third installment after old tweets resurfaced.
# controversy - Friday 27 July, 2018
Hoban says spitting incident sparked red card confusion
The Dundalk striker had an eventful night as they hosted AEK Larnaca in the Europa League.
# controversy - Monday 23 July, 2018
'I don't think spitting and throwing things really has a base in professional sport'
Dave Brailsford hit out at organisers for failing to stop “intimidating” abuse of his riders and staff as they attempt to win the Tour de France.
Ozil's resignation sparks Germany racism storm as Ankara cheers
After months of silence over a controversial photograph, the Arsenal star spoke out on Sunday.
# controversy - Thursday 19 July, 2018
US host spars with French envoy over 'African-ness' of World Cup champs
‘The Daily Show’ has drawn the ire of France’s ambassador to the US.
# controversy - Tuesday 17 July, 2018
Limerick players vote in favour of strike action while club and players' union release separate statements
Representatives of the club met with SIPTU and the PFAI today.
# controversy - Sunday 15 July, 2018
# controversy - Wednesday 11 July, 2018
Kildare club refusing to fulfill fixture over clash with All-Ireland U20 semi-final
Monasterevan say they’ll be supporting the Lilywhites in the Gaelic Grounds on Saturday.
# controversy - Tuesday 10 July, 2018
Sacked former Croatia international offered job and compensation by Ukraine
Ognjen Vukojevic was stripped of his role as an assistant in the team’s delegation in Russia.