# Talking Points

Top-of-the-table clash: Title contenders prepare to battle as Liverpool welcome Guardiola's champions to Anfield

Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola face off at Anfield in a mouth-watering top-of-the-table clash on Sunday.

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Oct 5th 2018, 4:07 PM

A goal that sums up the man — Hazard's likeable modesty goes hand-in-hand with his brilliance

Eden Hazard’s outstanding goal against Liverpool has many suggesting he can be the best player in the world.

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Sep 28th 2018, 4:00 PM

Matt Doherty prepares for Old Trafford test, Klopp eyes sixth straight win and more Premier League talking points

Liverpool take on Southampton, Spurs travel to face Brighton and Man United welcome Wolves to Old Trafford.

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Sep 21st 2018, 4:00 PM

# Opinion

5 talking points as Dublin exact sweet revenge on Cork on All-Ireland final day

The Sky Blues came out on top in an intriguing battle as 50,141 watched on in Croke Park.

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Sep 16th 2018, 7:27 PM

Why do managers care what pundits think?

The likes of Jose Mourinho and Jurgen Klopp are becoming increasingly concerned about what the opinion makers say.

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Sep 14th 2018, 4:04 PM

Dublin's historic feat, Tyrone hit by goals and McCaffrey's day to savour

The 2018 championship drew to a close today.

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Sep 2nd 2018, 8:19 PM

Injury-time drama, major boost for Tipperary and more Cork underage woes

Tipperary claimed the All-Ireland U21 hurling title at the Gaelic Grounds this evening.

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Aug 26th 2018, 8:44 PM

Goals win games, Dublin's first-half storm and a mouth-watering All-Ireland final set

Holders Dublin and Munster champions Cork booked their All-Ireland final spots today.

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Aug 25th 2018, 9:27 PM

Limerick's heroic defensive display, their impressive run to All-Ireland glory and below-par Galway

5 talking points after Limerick ended a 45-year wait for an All-Ireland title.

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Aug 19th 2018, 9:07 PM

# final day

The big talking points ahead of Sunday’s clash between Limerick and Galway

The climax of the All-Ireland hurling championship is upon us.

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Aug 16th 2018, 4:31 PM

Dublin's second-half storm, Galway's early regrets and the four-in-a-row bid

Dublin surged into another final as Galway bowed out last evening.

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Aug 12th 2018, 10:00 AM

Extra-time epic, Limerick's brilliant subs and Cork's semi-final regrets

There was plenty to digest after another thriller in Croke Park.

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Jul 29th 2018, 7:56 PM

Cork's semi-final record, Limerick on Croke Park stage and inside danger men

5 talking points ahead of today’s All-Ireland hurling semi-final between Cork and Limerick.

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Jul 29th 2018, 8:00 AM

Clare's long-awaited return to Croker, Galway's attacking riches and key match-ups

5 talking points ahead of today’s All-Ireland hurling semi-final between Galway and Clare.

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Jul 28th 2018, 7:00 AM

Kerry's late saviour, Monaghan miss golden chance and McManus stars

There was plenty to digest after the action in Clones.

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Jul 22nd 2018, 7:30 PM

Will Davy Fitz stay with Wexford, Dublin-Tyrone similarities and Roscommon's dilemma

We take a look back at some interesting aspects from the weekend’s GAA action.

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Jul 17th 2018, 5:30 PM

Galway's attack dazzles, Kilkenny's remarkable spirit and All-Ireland challenges await

Galway march on as Leinster champions while Kilkenny head to the All-Ireland quarter-final stage.

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Jul 8th 2018, 6:32 PM

Roscommon and Tyrone march on in style, Armagh and Cork reach end of the road

It was a defining day in the 2018 season in Portlaoise for the four counties.

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Jul 8th 2018, 6:30 AM

The power of momentum, dominant Daniel Flynn and Galway coming to Newbridge

5 talking points after Kildare sealed their place in the Super 8s with a convincing win over Fermanagh.

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Jul 8th 2018, 12:04 AM

# then there were 12

Who'll fall at the last Super 8s hurdle, can Kildare back-up Newbridge and will Cork show up?

5 key questions ahead of the weekend’s All-Ireland football qualifier round 4 action.

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Jul 7th 2018, 12:00 PM

Did Burke's 'fear' comments rile up the Cats, Kilkenny's late fightback and replay venue controversy

5 talking points after Galway and Kilkenny played out an entertaining Leinster SHC final draw.

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Jul 1st 2018, 7:40 PM

Cork's comeback, Horgan and Harnedy shine, Clare's barren Munster spell continues

For the second year on the bounce, Cork saw off Clare in a Munster decider.

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Jul 1st 2018, 6:01 PM

Famous Newbridge football night, Kildare claim scalp, Mayo run out of steam

A pulsating qualifier tie saw Kildare emerge victorious last night.

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Jul 1st 2018, 8:56 AM

Munster mismatch, Kerry's attacking class and Cork's qualifier challenge

Kerry routed the home side in Páirc Uí Chaoimh last night.

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Jun 24th 2018, 11:02 AM

The return of Lee Keegan, Durcan's epic battle with Quinlivan and Tipperary wilt in final quarter

5 talking points after Mayo’s 1-18 to 1-11 round 2 qualifier win over Tipperary at Semple Stadium.

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Jun 23rd 2018, 8:14 PM

A game that never ignited, Clare's 2018 revival and Limerick hit a speed bump

There was plenty to digest after today’s encounter in Ennis.

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Jun 17th 2018, 7:46 PM

Galway heading to Super 8s, Shane Walsh shows his class and Roscommon rue missed chances

5 talking points after Galway defeated Roscommon by four points to lift the Connacht crown.

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Jun 17th 2018, 7:38 PM

The 22-year-old attracting Premier League interest who lit up today's World Cup opener

Aleksandr Golovin has the potential to be a star of the tournament.

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Jun 14th 2018, 8:05 PM

More late Munster drama, Tipp reach end of the 2018 road and Clare take major step forward

The Banner’s 2018 hopes live on after today.

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Jun 10th 2018, 6:45 PM

After 637 days of pain and heartache, Ireland's match-winner got his just rewards last night

Having contemplated quitting football not so long ago, Alan Judge enjoyed a moment to savour at the Aviva.

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Jun 3rd 2018, 8:50 AM

# summer soccer

Do Ireland have a gameplan? Talking points ahead of tonight's friendly with the US

We say goodbye to a great servant, while the new players will be eager to impress against a youthful American team tonight.

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Jun 2nd 2018, 7:00 AM

A bleak reminder of where Ireland are at and more talking points from Paris friendly

The Boys in Green were outclassed by a far superior team at the Stade de France.

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May 29th 2018, 6:15 AM

Teenager makes his mark, Tipp keep season alive and win slips from Cork's grasp

There was plenty to digest after today’s battle in Thurles.

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May 27th 2018, 5:54 PM

Liverpool's flaws exposed and more Champions League final talking points

Plus, Gareth Bale emphatically silences the critics.

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May 26th 2018, 11:02 PM

# On the double

Leinster's perfect season, genius from Larmour and more Pro14 final talking points

The good days keeping rolling for the eastern province, as they thumped Scarlets at the Aviva Stadium.

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May 26th 2018, 8:40 PM

Can Madrid cope with Liverpool's pressing and more Champions League talking points

Plus, there’s the Ballon d’Or subplot involving Mo Salah and Cristiano Ronaldo.

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May 25th 2018, 8:01 PM

# Inter-pro

Leinster's double dream is on, semi-final pain for Munster and more RDS talking points

Leo Cullen’s side booked their place in next weekend’s Pro14 final with a thrilling inter-pro win.

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May 19th 2018, 5:45 PM

Jose Mourinho's extraordinary finals record and more FA Cup talking points

Plus, the Portuguese coach and Antonio Conte let bygones be bygones.

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May 18th 2018, 3:37 PM

The improbable 10-goal swing needed to save Swansea and more Premier League talking points

Plus, Chelsea require a minor miracle to deny Liverpool a Champions League spot.

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May 11th 2018, 5:22 PM