# Joy

All time

French club Lyon jubilant after Chelsea's Europa League success

The Blues earned congratulations from the Ligue 1 outfit’s owner Jean-Michel Aulas after his side’s Champions League return was confirmed.

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May 30th 2019, 12:46 AM

# Joy

Ajax skipper shocked by 'bizarre' win over Juve

Matthijs de Ligt said he was lost for words after his wonderful header earned a surprise win.

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Apr 17th 2019, 12:57 AM

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Ireland's Matt Doherty stars as Wolves end 16-year wait to reach FA Cup quarters

Bristol City’s 15-match undefeated run and nine-match winning streak has come to an end.

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Feb 17th 2019, 4:09 PM

# Joy

Party begins as delirious French revel in World Cup victory

Cheers rang out throughout the country for each of four goals in the final.

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Jul 15th 2018, 7:33 PM

# Joy

Croatia on fire after World Cup 'miracle'

It is a historic first World Cup final for the country of about four million people.

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Jul 12th 2018, 12:41 AM

# Joy

'Fantastic' Liverpool surpass Klopp's expectations

Mohamed Salah’s brace was followed by goals from Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino.

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Apr 24th 2018, 11:33 PM

# Joy

'I've won this race a thousand times in my head in my dreams as a child'

Davy Russell was in a jubilant mood after winning the Grand National.

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Apr 14th 2018, 7:03 PM

# disillusionment

'I don't feel joy playing any more' - Brazil legend hints at retirement

Kaka admits that his body is struggling to cope with the demands of top-level competition in MLS with Orlando City

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Oct 10th 2017, 10:14 PM

# Joy

Ireland international Quinn joins Arsenal after Notts County debacle

The 26-year-old defender had been left without a club after her previous team folded.

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May 2nd 2017, 4:10 PM

# Joy

Harry Arter and his partner Rachel welcome baby girl into the world

Football community sends love and congratulations to Ireland international and his partner.

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Feb 18th 2017, 11:16 AM

# Joy

Penalty shootout drama sees Egypt reach Africa Cup of Nations final

The match in Libreville ended in a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes and extra time.

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Feb 1st 2017, 9:59 PM

# Joy

‘To see my children’s faces made the sacrifices all worthwhile’

Eve McCrystal chats to The42 about her momentous year winning gold alongside Katie-George Dunlevy at the Paralympics.

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Dec 28th 2016, 5:00 PM

# Joy

O'Donovan brothers receive heroes' welcome home after Olympics triumph

Paul and Gary will enjoy further acclaim as they prepare for an open-top bus celebration in Skibbereen.

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Aug 28th 2016, 10:42 PM

# Joy

Family affair as Podge Collins celebrates Clare victory with father and mother

The dual star featured in his side’s memorable victory earlier.

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Jul 23rd 2016, 6:43 PM

# Joy

Redemption for Ronaldo as Portugal reach Euro 2016 semis after penalty drama

Ricardo Quaresma scored the winning spot kick after Jakub Blaszczykowski’s attempt was saved.

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Jun 30th 2016, 11:03 PM

# Joy

This is how the Liverpool players celebrated Kolo Toure's new contract

They were in Dubai for a surprise going-away party for Steven Gerrard

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May 27th 2015, 1:03 PM

# Hero

Just look at the tears of joy on this kid's face when he's surprised by his footballing hero

This is a lovely gesture from Luis Suarez.

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May 6th 2015, 3:05 PM

# i feel good

12 of the most underrated feelings in the world

*contented sigh*

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Apr 10th 2015, 9:30 PM

# on the upside

The moments that made us smile in Ireland this year

One of the world’s better small-island nations.

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Dec 25th 2014, 3:00 PM

Voices

Column: My life as an ex-pat and the joy of finally coming home

At the height of the recession, thousands of Irish people found employment and new lives abroad. Now, many are returning to Ireland, especially as the economy starts to get back on its feet, Matthew Jones writes.

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Apr 2nd 2014, 8:00 AM

# aaaaah

13 simple moments of pure unadulterated pleasure

And they’re all free, too!

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Mar 23rd 2014, 11:00 AM

# adrenaline junkie

Kid experiences pure joy while taking a ride in a drift car

These are the best facial expressions we’ve seen this year.

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Feb 10th 2014, 8:30 PM

# Organ Donation

Family's joy as heart transplant dad could be home for Christmas

Shane O’Connell is currently in intensive care, and it is hoped he will get to be back in Kerry for Christmas Day.

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Nov 21st 2013, 7:45 AM

# life is a highway

This guy singing with strangers in traffic will lift your spirits no end

Now that is a highway we’d wanna ride all night long.

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Oct 11th 2013, 8:30 PM

# Boom!

These are the tiny, everyday things that make you feel incredible

The small things that make you an UNDENIABLE bad-ass.

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Sep 29th 2013, 3:00 PM

# Joy

Snapshot: Here's how happy you are after an All-Ireland final win

The Banner were celebrating in Croke Park last night.

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Sep 29th 2013, 12:30 PM

# Joy

Look how happy Sam Bennett's team manager is after Tour of Britain stage win

Kurt Bogaerts from An Post Chain Reaction gets emotional after Bennett triumphs.

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Sep 20th 2013, 9:11 AM

# Joy

It's Your Unbridled Sporting Joy Picture of the Day

We’re not sure this kid could be any happier.

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Aug 8th 2013, 12:12 PM

# celebrate

11 pictures that show how happy the Limerick hurlers are tonight

Limerick won their first Munster senior hurling title since 1996 this afternoon.

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Jul 14th 2013, 8:16 PM

6 amazing places to escape to when you win the Lotto

Are you dreaming of your place in the sun?

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Jul 11th 2013, 2:32 PM

# sponsored by the lotto

Poll: If you won the Lotto, what's the first thing you'd do?

Decisions, decisions…

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Jul 4th 2013, 2:41 PM

# pic of the day

Photo To Cheer You Up of the Day

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Sep 5th 2012, 9:00 PM

# Joy

Back in the big time: Forgotten French club reclaim their spot in top division

Stade de Reims played Real Madrid in the very first European Cup Final but took a downward slide that ended in liquidation in 1992 … now they are back in Ligue 1.

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May 11th 2012, 1:12 PM

# Joy

Deserved: Rougerie no complaint with Leinster win

Meanwhile Joe Schmidt says it was another inspirational half time team talk from Jonathan Sexton which helped inspire the win.

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Apr 30th 2012, 9:27 AM

# vox pop

Watch: Is the glass half empty or half full?

Video vox pop finds Irish people in a surprisingly good mood…

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Aug 26th 2011, 8:49 AM

# oh happy day

Tayto, duvet days, and a brand new baby: Feelgood Friday slideshow

A Welsh psychologist claims to have come up with a formula that proves today is the happiest day of the year. TheJournal.ie wanted to know what makes YOU happy. Thanks for sharing…

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Jun 17th 2011, 3:26 PM