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Political Football
Rip-off ticket prices, ICE raids, moving fixtures: What to expect from the MAGA World Cup
We look ahead to some of the storylines to expect from next summer’s World Cup in North America.
Remembering Micko
'Proud to be a son of that man' - Karl O'Dwyer remembers his father, Micko
What was footballing life like as the son of the most famous manager of all?
Interview
'Our whole relationship is not based around sport': When The 42 met Kate O'Connor and Georgie Kelly
Irish multi-event athlete and footballer Zoom in for a fascinating end-of-year catch up.
Take The Spoils
Dorgu delivers the winner as Man United climb up to fifth
Man United held off Newcastle to register a first home win in two months.
Interpros
'It’s always tight with these guys': Ulster's McCloskey anticipates close contest with Connacht
essay
What I think about when I think about Rory McIlroy in 2025
Assessing the making and the legacy of McIlroy’s extraordinary 12 months.
blood and bandages
The swagger and substance of Patrick Horgan, hurling's great devotee
The star forward has been a reminder of how powerful Cork once were and a promise of what they could be again.
glove and marriage
Katie Taylor closed the loop, tied the knot, and completed the game
Only a mega-money fight is likely to lure Taylor back into the ring in 2026 – just don’t let it be against Ronda Rousey.
unforgettable
The inside story of the greatest week in Irish football history
How The Traitors and a powerful Seamus Coleman speech set tone for victories over Portugal and Hungary to reach World Cup play-offs.
Wall of legends
'My target was trying to hit Jimmy Doyle's plaque. That’s how bold I was'
Ger ‘Redser’ O’Grady on the history of Thurles Sarsfields’ wall of legends and an All-Ireland homecoming which ended with ‘Buggy’ O’Meara racing Sharlene Mawdsley.
finn azaz
One of Ireland's breakout stars of 2025 on a year to remember
In the last 12 months, Finn Azaz has established himself as key player for Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side.
Kingdom Rule
The 2025 Kerry highlights reel is a green and gold blur - trying to repeat it will be the test
Can Jack O’Connor guide his side to back-to-back All-Ireland crowns next year?
Fighting Fit
'A complete idiot just landed on my leg... I sprained my toe, my ankle, and I had a fracture in my foot'
