Soccer

Last week
31st May 2026 - 6th June 2026
transition
A few weeks ago, she submitted her college thesis. Now she’s representing Ireland
3 Jun
Friendlies
Romelu Lukaku makes Belgium return with 'ideal' goal in win over Croatia
2 Jun
Premier League
Kieran McKenna emerges as favourite to succeed Marco Silva at Fulham
2 Jun
7
Scottish Premiership
Robbie Keane in Celtic talks, while fan group opposes his appointment due to work in Israel
2 Jun
28
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PodcastThe Football Family
Katie McCabe finds her way home
56m
Get Well Soon
Kenny Dalglish undergoing treatment for cancer
2 Jun
7
Boost
League of Ireland goalkeeper Anang earns World Cup call-up, makes history
2 Jun
2
Sorry
'I am responsible' – Southampton boss Tonda Eckert apologises for spying scandal
2 Jun
3
anomaly
The Irish international who plies her trade in Italy
2 Jun
1
looking ahead
5 key predictions ahead of the 2026 World Cup
1 Jun
1
Done Deal
Ireland's Katie McCabe seals move from Arsenal to Chelsea
The 30-year-old spent 10 and a half years at the Gunners.
1 Jun
3
Superstar
'She's the best left-back in the world, no question about it'
1 Jun
King Kev
Kevin Keegan reveals stage four cancer diagnosis
1 Jun
13
Call-ups
Jim Crawford names men's U21 squad ahead of friendlies this week
1 Jun
Ah Ref
World Cup VAR could punish fouls occurring before ball is in play at set-pieces
1 Jun
10
SOME SERVICE
Premier League record-holder James Milner retires from football aged 40
1 Jun
7
Wave Goodbye
Arne Slot says his connection with Liverpool ‘goes beyond football’
1 Jun
11
samba football
Brazil thrash Panama 6-2 in World Cup send-off
1 Jun
Goals Galore
World Cup 2026: The Golden Boot contenders
1 Jun
9
North London Forever
Extraordinary numbers turn out to celebrate Arsenal’s title-winning season
31 May
10
managerial changes
Liverpool set to open talks with Andoni Iraola as they look to replace Arne Slot
31 May
7
On the Move
Katie McCabe set to join Chelsea after Arsenal exit
Ireland captain in line for sensational switch to London rivals.
31 May
7
Fourmidable
Disappointment for Hayes as Man City blitz Brighton in Women's FA Cup final
31 May
replacement
Tyler Fletcher, son of Darren, called up to Scotland's World Cup squad
31 May
7
Paris
French police detain 780 people during violent clashes following PSG's Champions League win
31 May
Reaction
'That easily can be a penalty' - Arteta finds Arsenal’s loss ‘very tough to accept’
31 May
39
Soccer
Owen Elding commits to Ireland despite England interest: 'It'd be a dream to put on a green shirt'
31 May
6
Reeling In The Years
Maradona, Ronaldinho, Keane – and reenacting them: Our favourite World Cup moments
The 42′s writers revisit their top World Cup memories ahead of the 2026 edition.
31 May
10
Caitlin Hayes
The Ireland defender eyeing an FA Cup final upset at Wembley
31 May
Missing Out
Absent XI: The best players who won't feature at the 2026 World Cup
31 May
2
Last month
May 2026
problems
Former England star Raheem Sterling arrested for suspected drug-driving
30 May
Report
PSG edge Arsenal on penalties to retain Champions League title
Misses by Eberechi Eze and Gabriel proved costly after a 1-1 extra-time finish.
30 May
123
As it happened
PSG v Arsenal, Champions League final
30 May
115
Nations League
Sinn Féin to bring Dáil motion calling for boycott of Ireland's matches against Israel
30 May
15
At The Helm
Ex-Republic of Ireland international Glenn Whelan appointed new Livingston boss
30 May
4
Time to say goodbye
Liverpool sack manager Arne Slot
The decision was announced after a disappointing defence of their Premier League title.
30 May
88
Opinion
Ranking the 10 most likely teams to win the World Cup
30 May
22
Double act
Donald Trump, Gianni Infantino and the Greed is Good World Cup
Ahead of the opening game on 11 June in Mexico City, controversies range from human rights abuses to price gouging.
David Sneyd
30 May
2
Show of faith
16-year-old Josh O'Dwyer to join senior Ireland squad alongside Kian Leavy of St Pat's
30 May
6
back on track
Bohemians move back into second with comfortable win at Sligo
29 May
1
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