National sport

Ireland’s Cian Healy in line to win landmark 133rd cap against Argentina

Ireland’s Cian Healy in line to win landmark 133rd cap against Argentina

Wed, 13 Nov, 2024

The 37-year-old prop made his Test debut against Australia in November 2009.
Mike Tyson unconcerned by legacy as he prepares to fight YouTuber Jake Paul

Mike Tyson unconcerned by legacy as he prepares to fight YouTuber Jake Paul

Wed, 13 Nov, 2024

The 58-year-old will end his 19-year hiatus from the ring and return to face YouTuber Jake Paul in Arlington, Texas on Friday night.
It was a good thing – Heimir Hallgrimsson unaware of Robbie Keane visit backlash

It was a good thing – Heimir Hallgrimsson unaware of Robbie Keane visit backlash

Wed, 13 Nov, 2024

The 44-year-old handed out caps and delivered a speech at the team hotel on Monday evening.
Rory McIlroy says missing out on US Open ‘stings’ ahead of DP World Tour finale

Rory McIlroy says missing out on US Open ‘stings’ ahead of DP World Tour finale

Wed, 13 Nov, 2024

The 35-year-old will top the money list for the third year running if he finishes 11th or better in the 50-man field in Dubai.
Taylor Harwood-Bellis on Stockport mascot dad and future father-in-law Roy Keane

Taylor Harwood-Bellis on Stockport mascot dad and future father-in-law Roy Keane

Wed, 13 Nov, 2024

Lee Carsley named the 22-year-old in a senior England squad for the first time.
Michael van Gerwen out of Grand Slam as Luke Littler almost hits nine-darter

Michael van Gerwen out of Grand Slam as Luke Littler almost hits nine-darter

Wed, 13 Nov, 2024

Three-time winner Van Gerwen lost in a last-leg decider to Ryan Joyce.
New head coach Ruben Amorim meets members of Man United squad

New head coach Ruben Amorim meets members of Man United squad

Tue, 12 Nov, 2024

The Portuguese embraced the likes of Mason Mount and Luke Shaw at Carrington.
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard back in London after being ruled out for Norway

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard back in London after being ruled out for Norway

Tue, 12 Nov, 2024

The Gunners captain made his first start on Sunday since August after recovering from injury.
Who could take over as Match of the Day host?

Who could take over as Match of the Day host?

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

Mark Chapman, Gabby Logan and Alex Scott are among the frontrunners to replace Gary Lineker.
Gary Lineker to leave Match of the Day at end of season – BBC News

Gary Lineker to leave Match of the Day at end of season – BBC News

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

The 63-year-old took over as host of the programme in 1999.
Ruben Amorim arrives to start Man Utd job as Ruud van Nistelrooy leaves club

Ruben Amorim arrives to start Man Utd job as Ruud van Nistelrooy leaves club

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

Van Nistelrooy had been in interim charge for the past four matches.
Referee David Coote suspended after foul-mouthed Klopp rant

Referee David Coote suspended after foul-mouthed Klopp rant

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

PGMOL suspend referee Coote after video showed him abusing Liverpool and Klopp
Trent Alexander-Arnold set to be sidelined for two weeks with hamstring issue

Trent Alexander-Arnold set to be sidelined for two weeks with hamstring issue

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

It is believed the defender’s early intervention in signalling to the bench the need to come off in the 25th minute limited the damage.
Casemiro says Man Utd players excited to learn from Ruben Amorim

Casemiro says Man Utd players excited to learn from Ruben Amorim

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

The 39-year-old head coach joins United on a deal until 2027.
Carolina Panthers seal overtime victory over New York Giants in Munich

Carolina Panthers seal overtime victory over New York Giants in Munich

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

The game concluded the NFL’s 2024 International Series.
Luke Humphries makes early exit from Grand Slam of Darts

Luke Humphries makes early exit from Grand Slam of Darts

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

Transgender player Noa-Lynn van Leuven also bowed out of the tournament.
Mikel Arteta hopes Arsenal’s ‘nightmare’ period with injuries will end soon

Mikel Arteta hopes Arsenal’s ‘nightmare’ period with injuries will end soon

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

Captain Martin Odegaard made his first start since September, however, England duo Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice went off at Stamford Bridge.
Ruben Amorim set for the challenge as he prepares to start at Manchester United

Ruben Amorim set for the challenge as he prepares to start at Manchester United

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

The 39-year-old signed off at Sporting Lisbon with a 4-2 victory over Braga.
Ruud van Nistelrooy waiting to discover Man Utd future after ‘special’ send-off

Ruud van Nistelrooy waiting to discover Man Utd future after ‘special’ send-off

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

Van Nistelrooy’s final match as interim coach before Ruben Amorim takes charge finished with a 3-0 win over Leicester.
Drogheda United shock Derry City to clinch FAI Cup final

Drogheda United shock Derry City to clinch FAI Cup final

Sun, 10 Nov, 2024

They beat Derry City 2-0 with goals in either half from Andrew Quinn and Douglas James Taylor.

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