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Last week

19th March 2023 - 25th March 2023

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Do you agree with our Ireland team to face France?

Stephen Kenny has some tough calls to make ahead of the vital Euros qualifier.

9.5k

Sat 9:30 AM

This year

2023

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Leinster CEO confident funding available for €50 million RDS redevelopment

Shane Nolan hopes this plan will go ahead in the not-too-distant future.

23.0k

Feb 28th 2023, 8:00 AM

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Munster will travel to South Africa for the Champions Cup round-of-16

Graham Rowntree’s side will take on the Sharks in Durban.

42.2k

Jan 22nd 2023, 9:23 PM

Last year

2022

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Constitution Hill set for Newcastle showdown this Saturday

The ante-post favourite for the Champion Hurdle in March was intended to make his seasonal bow at Ascot.

2.0k

Nov 23rd 2022, 3:02 PM

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Final four? Surprise package? Biggest flop? Our writers' World Cup predictions

The42′s journalists look ahead to Qatar 2022.

7.9k

Nov 18th 2022, 7:15 AM

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Tottenham consider tactical change ahead of tonight's Man United clash

Antonio Conte hinted he could turn to Lucas Moura or Bryan Gil in an attempt to play 3-4-3 again

4.8k

Oct 19th 2022, 2:43 PM

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Pauw open to Aviva Stadium friendly as part of World Cup preparation

With Tallaght Stadium set to go under construction, the Irish team will have to play elsewhere.

5.1k

Oct 13th 2022, 12:01 AM

# Sports Psychology

Ireland's number one on playing at Anfield, positive self-talk, and penalties

Courtney Brosnan is hoping to help Vera Pauw’s side secure a momentous win in Scotland.

1.6k

Oct 8th 2022, 9:00 AM

# Work to do

Ulster must improve significantly to beat Leinster, says Cooney

The province flexed their muscles in Llanelli to put 55 points over the Welsh club.

5.5k

Sep 26th 2022, 9:22 AM

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Repaying Wayne Rooney's faith and closing in on Irish football history

Eiran Cashin on his chaotic year and the crucial upcoming playoff games against Israel.

8.6k

Sep 21st 2022, 12:01 AM

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Here's your essential TV guide for this weekend's live sport

There’s plenty of action across Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

26.4k

Aug 26th 2022, 12:00 PM

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Dennis Rodman planning Russia trip - reports

The former player is seeking the release of imprisoned WNBA player Brittney Griner.

9.0k

Aug 22nd 2022, 6:51 PM

# Rivals

Oleksandr Usyk vows to beat Tyson Fury after the Briton criticises Jeddah show

The Gypsy King was unimpressed by both the Ukrainian and Anthony Joshua.

13.0k

Aug 21st 2022, 1:47 PM

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Top 4? Worst signing? The42's 2022-23 Premier League predictions

Our writers preview the coming campaign.

30.7k

Updated

Aug 5th 2022, 8:00 PM

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Here's your essential TV guide for this weekend's live sport

The Women’s Euros final and Kerry v Meath are among the highlights.

22.1k

Jul 29th 2022, 7:30 AM

# Realism

‘If we’re being frank and honest, it’s about the money’

Shane McEleney is hoping Derry City can secure a financial boost with a good run in the Europa Conference League.

13.6k

Jul 7th 2022, 6:00 AM

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U21s unlikely to recall Irish senior players for future big games

Jim Crawford has suggested he will stick with the players in the current squad.

12.6k

Jun 13th 2022, 2:41 PM

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Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Ukraine?

Stephen Kenny is set to make some changes following the disappointing defeat in Armenia.

30.8k

Jun 7th 2022, 9:28 PM

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Tiger, Spieth and McIlroy will play together at PGA Championship

The trio will start Thursday’s opening round from the 10th tee at 8:10 a.m.

14.2k

May 17th 2022, 7:47 PM

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Ulster 'refocused pretty quickly' after Munster and Toulouse losses as URC prizes beckon

Ulster head coach Dan McFarland says it was difficult to watch Champions Cup quarter-finals and semi-finals after his side’s loss.

3.4k

May 17th 2022, 9:06 AM

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Cristiano Ronaldo ‘excited’ by Erik ten Hag arrival at Manchester United

The Red Devils have gone five years without lifting a major trophy.

6.3k

May 13th 2022, 11:40 PM

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Europa League run throws up questions about Rangers’ future

The Ibrox club and its supporters are still euphoric after the thrilling 3-1 win over RB Leipzig.

12.5k

May 10th 2022, 8:26 AM

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Liverpool's Salah wants 'revenge' in Real Madrid rematch

The Egyptian star received the Football Writers’ Association’s Footballer of the Year award this evening.

5.1k

May 5th 2022, 11:34 PM

# looking ahead

Here's your essential TV guide for this weekend's live sport

It’s another busy few days in the sporting calendar.

20.7k

Apr 15th 2022, 7:15 AM

# Have your say

Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Belgium?

Stephen Kenny has some tough calls to make.

37.4k

Mar 23rd 2022, 9:43 PM

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10 most intriguing storylines ahead of the GAA football league return

We’re set for our first full and uninterrupted league since 2019.

9.5k

Jan 22nd 2022, 8:14 AM

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The 20-year-old in line to debut against Man City and every Irish player in the FA Cup this weekend

It’s a busy few days with an abundance of games.

7.3k

Jan 7th 2022, 3:26 PM

All time

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Confirmed: 9 teams will compete in First Division next year

It was recently announced that Cabinteely and Bray Wanderers have merged.

8.6k

Dec 17th 2021, 5:54 PM

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Michael Carrick calls for focus after emotional few days at Man Utd

Carrick will take charge of United against Villarreal.

4.9k

Nov 22nd 2021, 10:44 PM

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Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Luxembourg?

Stephen Kenny has a few tough calls to make.

30.0k

Updated

Nov 13th 2021, 9:36 PM

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Club Brugge match 'much more important' than Manchester derby

City will be hoping to take a step closer to the knockout stages of the European competition.

3.4k

Nov 2nd 2021, 2:21 PM

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Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Azerbaijan?

Stephen Kenny has some tough decisions to make ahead of Saturday’s World Cup qualifier.

10.5k

Oct 8th 2021, 8:00 AM

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'Some people are idiots' - Lowry reveals abuse aimed at him and his wife during the Ryder Cup

The former Open champion says his sole ambition is to make Europe’s team for 2023.

50.0k

Sep 29th 2021, 3:00 PM

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Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Portugal?

Stephen Kenny faces several tough calls ahead of Wednesday’s qualifier.

59.6k

Aug 30th 2021, 8:00 PM

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What county is best placed to challenge this Limerick empire in 2022?

Matching the Treaty on the physicality stakes is a key ingredient for would be contenders.

51.1k

Aug 24th 2021, 8:00 PM

# Preview

Top 4? Worst signing? Our writers' 2021-22 Premier League predictions

The English top-flight recommences this evening.

37.2k

Aug 13th 2021, 8:23 PM

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Our future climate depends on lower emissions - how big of a change would bring a real impact?

A major report has set out five possible climate scenarios, including a significant reduction in carbon emissions.

The major climate report released today indicates that it’s not too late to make a difference.

If emissions are reduced, some of the worst effects of the climate crisis can be slowly limited or reversed.

The report outlines five potential future scenarios for the climate - here's what they look like.

15.5k

Aug 9th 2021, 3:35 PM

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Ex-Man City and Rangers attacker could start as Bradley plots Shamrock Rovers rescue act

Slovakia international Vladimír Weiss may feature in the crucial Champions League qualifier for Slovan Bratislava.

9.9k

Jul 12th 2021, 12:39 PM

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England fans warned not to boo Italy anthem

Meanwhile, Gareth Southgate has revealed Phil Foden could miss Sunday’s Euro 2020 final.

11.0k

Jul 11th 2021, 12:01 AM

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England favourites if Germany game goes to shootout, claims penalties expert

Author Ben Lyttleton believes the Three Lions are now far better prepared for spot kicks.

5.2k

Jun 28th 2021, 9:23 PM