# Explanation

This year

2023

# Explanation

Marsch defends not playing €41 million record signing in Leeds stalemate

Georginio Rutter had to be content with a place on the bench against Brentford.

10.0k

Jan 22nd 2023, 5:52 PM

# Explanation

Man City star De Bruyne's temporary absence due to 'personal issue'

The midfielder is now back training and in contention to face Spurs.

9.5k

Jan 18th 2023, 4:12 PM

Last year

2022

# Explanation

Ireland boss Pauw responds to questions over home-based training squad

The squad train at FAI HQ today.

6.0k

Aug 24th 2022, 7:00 PM

# Explanation

Scottish footballer claims sectarian jibe led to his angry reaction towards own fans

Partick defender Richard Foster had to be held back by his team-mates at half-time of the away match against Ayr.

10.8k

May 4th 2022, 9:37 PM

# Explanation

Leeds boss Marsch sets record straight on controversial ‘over-training’ comment

The American coach insists he has ‘major respect’ for Marcelo Bielsa.

7.6k

Apr 23rd 2022, 12:09 PM

# Explanation

'Why would I even consider it? Because this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' - Mickelson

The US star says he’s willing to get involved with the Saudi-backed golf Super League.

7.6k

Feb 18th 2022, 8:50 AM

# Explanation

Greenwood arrest was a factor in decision to keep Lingard - Man United boss Rangnick

Greenwood was arrested on Sunday over the alleged rape and assault of a young woman.

6.8k

Feb 3rd 2022, 4:07 PM

# versatile

Rafael Benitez defends decision to play Seamus Coleman on the left

The Irish international started the defeat to Brighton in an unfamiliar role.

6.9k

Jan 3rd 2022, 3:37 PM

All time

# Explanation

US athlete blames contaminated pork burrito for failed drugs test

Middle-distance runner Shelby Houlihan has been banned for four years following a positive test.

7.5k

Jun 15th 2021, 2:16 PM

# Explanation

Dortmund star in Qatar rehab despite pandemic

Erling Braut Haaland is out until January with a torn hip muscle.

11.5k

Dec 10th 2020, 9:10 PM

# clarification

Farah explains how he came to change his account over legal supplement injection

When questioned by investigators he thought he had only been given magnesium injections until he consulted his endurance coach.

8.8k

Mar 1st 2020, 7:18 PM

# Faux Pas

Ramsey says sorry to Ronaldo and explains why he 'stole' record-breaking goal

The Wales international pounced on a loose ball to tap over the line against Lokomotiv Moscow, preventing a Portuguese colleague making more history.

14.2k

Nov 7th 2019, 12:24 PM

# statement

Arsenal captain Xhaka blames death threats and sick taunts for fan feud

‘People have said things like, ‘We will break your legs,’ ‘Kill your wife’ and, ‘Wish that your daughter gets cancer.”

7.3k

Oct 31st 2019, 8:12 PM

# Explanation

'An offer we couldn't refuse' - Giants GM Gettleman breaks silence over Beckham trade

‘We didn’t sign Odell to trade him, but things change,’ the 68-year-old said on Monday.

11.7k

Mar 18th 2019, 5:50 PM

# Explanation

Burnley boss insists half-time withdrawal of 'terrific' Hendrick was tactical

The Irish international made way for Johann Berg Gudmundsson in Saturday’s defeat to Crystal Palace.

11.7k

Mar 4th 2019, 6:53 PM

# Explanation

Fellaini claims he didn't leave Man United for the money

The Belgian midfielder says he has headed to China for a new challenge.

6.5k

Feb 21st 2019, 11:47 AM

# Explanation

Zola defends Chelsea's treatment of teenage starlet

Callum Hudson-Odoi reportedly handed in a transfer request last month following a £35 million offer from Bayern Munich.

6.2k

Feb 16th 2019, 9:19 AM

# Explanation

'Keith has played 30-40 times for Ireland and I would never have a go at someone's ability'

Seamus Coleman has elaborated on his remarks made in relation to the pundit last month.

44.8k

Nov 12th 2018, 8:03 PM

# Out of favour

Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa reveals reasons for snubbing Ireland international Eunan O'Kane

The 28-year-old midfielder was not given a squad number for the new season.

11.2k

Aug 18th 2018, 3:42 PM

# Speaking out

'I have two hearts, one German and one Turkish' - Ozil defends controversial Erdogan photo

Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil has broken his silence surrounding a photo taken with the Turkish president.

9.0k

Jul 22nd 2018, 2:25 PM

# Explanation

Emery reveals why Arsenal released Wilshere

The England international would not have held down a regular spot under the new boss.

14.8k

Jul 13th 2018, 11:08 PM

# Explanation

GAA denies public opinion influenced change in venue for Kildare-Mayo fixture

Director of communications Alan Milton also says that the ‘health and safety of patrons’ was the GAA’s primary concern.

7.9k

Jun 27th 2018, 6:36 PM

# Explanation

Sky Sports issue statement after delay in coverage of hurling clash between Kilkenny and Wexford

Viewers missed the first 22 minutes of the Leinster SHC clash at Nowlan Park.

72.9k

Jun 9th 2018, 10:08 PM

# Explanation

'Nobody is too big to come off' - Allardyce defends substitution after Rooney anger

The former Man United star may not have been happy, but his manager argued it was the right call

11.2k

Apr 8th 2018, 1:49 AM

# Explanation

'Everyone has got to have a bit of banter' - Vardy defends Alli's middle-finger gesture

The Spurs star has come under fire for his behaviour.

5.2k

Sep 7th 2017, 11:14 AM

# Explanation

Vardy denies 'extremely hurtful' reports he forced out Ranieri

The striker has vehemently denied that he played a role in the Italian’s departure from Leicester City.

13.0k

Feb 25th 2017, 8:48 PM

# Explanation

'We're not disrespecting the Six Nations': IRFU defend decision to withdraw three key players

Sene Naoupu, Alison Miller and Hannah Tyrrell are flying to Las Vegas with the sevens squad instead of playing against France on Sunday.

11.5k

Feb 23rd 2017, 9:19 PM

# Explanation

'Life is not always the nicest' - Klopp reveals the reasons for benching Loris Karius

The under-fire goalkeeper was dropped for Wednesday’s clash with Middlesbrough.

5.5k

Dec 15th 2016, 8:48 AM

# Explanation

Jurgen Klopp defends benching Daniel Sturridge

Liverpool were not helped out by the officials at Tottenham, said manager Jurgen Klopp after an entertaining 1-1 draw.

9.8k

Aug 27th 2016, 10:56 PM

# Explanation

Chris Froome apologises for lashing out at fan

The Tour de France leader has pleaded for supporters to behave on the route.

8.4k

Jul 10th 2016, 12:15 AM

# Explanation

Hull fan who confronted Richard Keogh after play-off apologises

The club have handed Adam Pardoe a lifetime ban from their games.

12.5k

May 20th 2016, 3:17 PM

# Explanation

'I can't believe you have asked me that!' - Klopp defends Liverpool team selection

The Reds rested the likes of Philippe Coutinho and Roberto Firmino against West Brom.

10.3k

May 16th 2016, 9:57 AM

# Explanation

Chris Eubank confirms Nick Blackwell mercy plea

The 25-year-old boxer has been in an induced coma and was found to have suffered a small bleed on the brain.

19.7k

Mar 29th 2016, 5:05 PM

# Explanation

Ronaldo clarifies controversial comments about Real Madrid team-mates

The Portuguese superstar backtracked on his criticism of Jese, Lucas Vazquez and Mateo Kovacic.

14.4k

Feb 27th 2016, 11:00 PM

# Claim

'He didn't like my cooking' - Rio Ferdinand responds to Ronaldo comments

The Real Madrid star revealed he rarely had contact with the former defender off the pitch at Manchester United.

13.2k

Feb 17th 2016, 9:37 AM

# Explanation

Koeman slams 'bulls***' Chelsea links after United victory

The former Barcelona star insists his words then had been misinterpreted.

14.0k

Jan 23rd 2016, 7:30 PM

# Explanation

Al Jazeera seeks to clarify Peyton Manning controversy

“The only allegation in the programme from Charlie Sly is that growth hormone was sent repeatedly.”

8.6k

Dec 30th 2015, 2:58 PM

# Explanation

'This club is in trouble' - Chelsea's technical director explains why Mourinho was sacked

Michael Emenalo sheds light on the situation at Stamford Bridge.

20.3k

Dec 17th 2015, 8:35 PM

# Explanation

IABA insist they did their 'utmost' to retain Billy Walsh's services

Sport Ireland have also suggested they made “every effort” to prevent the acclaimed coach from leaving.

17.7k

Oct 19th 2015, 6:35 PM

# Oi ref!

Top-flight referee starts Facebook page to explain decisions

Is this the future of refereeing?

9.2k

Aug 11th 2015, 8:22 PM