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Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni given six-game ban for conduct towards Vinicius Jr

Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni given six-game ban for conduct towards Vinicius Jr

Fri, 24 Apr, 2026

The Brazil winger alleged he was racially abused during the Champions League last 32 match in Lisbon on February 17.
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino ‘a fan of rich and powerful people’ – Michel Platini

FIFA boss Gianni Infantino ‘a fan of rich and powerful people’ – Michel Platini

Tue, 10 Mar, 2026

Infantino has forged a close relationship with US President Donald Trump.
RTÉ says it is legally obliged to screen Ireland's home game with Israel

RTÉ says it is legally obliged to screen Ireland's home game with Israel

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

The FAI confirmed the two games would go ahead and has since confirmed in a letter to members that legal experts have backed that stance.
RTÉ says it is legally obliged to screen Ireland's home game with Israel

RTÉ says it is legally obliged to screen Ireland's home game with Israel

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

The FAI confirmed the two games would go ahead and has since confirmed in a letter to members that legal experts have backed that stance.
Real Madrid fans unveil banners supporting Vinicius ahead of Benfica second leg

Real Madrid fans unveil banners supporting Vinicius ahead of Benfica second leg

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni – who allegedly racially abused the Brazilian in the first leg – was suspended for the return game.
Brazil call for ‘rigorous’ punishments in Vinicius Junior racism case

Brazil call for ‘rigorous’ punishments in Vinicius Junior racism case

Fri, 20 Feb, 2026

Vinicius reported an alleged racist comment while playing for Real Madrid against Benfica this week in the Champions League.
Real Madrid provide ‘all available evidence’ to UEFA in Vinicius racism case

Real Madrid provide ‘all available evidence’ to UEFA in Vinicius racism case

Thu, 19 Feb, 2026

The Brazilian forward says he reported racial abuse by a Benfica player to referee Francois Letexier during Tuesday’s match in Lisbon.
Jose Mourinho accused of ‘gaslighting’ by Kick It Out over Vinicius allegations

Jose Mourinho accused of ‘gaslighting’ by Kick It Out over Vinicius allegations

Thu, 19 Feb, 2026

The 25-year-old left the field during Real Madrid’s Champions League play-off in Lisbon.
Kick It Out accuses Jose Mourinho of ‘gaslighting’ over Vinicius abuse remarks

Kick It Out accuses Jose Mourinho of ‘gaslighting’ over Vinicius abuse remarks

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Mourinho has been heavily criticised for suggesting Vinicius had provoked the abuse with his goal celebration.
Racists are cowards – Vinicius Junior responds after alleged abuse at Benfica

Racists are cowards – Vinicius Junior responds after alleged abuse at Benfica

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

The 25-year-old left the field in Lisbon after reporting Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni to the referee.
Ireland match against Israel should go ahead, Taoiseach says

Ireland match against Israel should go ahead, Taoiseach says

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

The countries were drawn together in Group B3 of the Nations League on Thursday
FAI to call on UEFA to suspend Israel from European competition

FAI to call on UEFA to suspend Israel from European competition

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

Israel's genocide in Gaza has killed 344 footballers - more than the full squads of the League of Ireland Premier Division combined, Bohemian FC said.
Federico Chiesa omitted from Liverpool’s Champions League squad

Federico Chiesa omitted from Liverpool’s Champions League squad

Wed, 03 Sep, 2025

The British record deadline-day capture of Alexander Isak proved decisive for Chiesa.
UEFA granted extension of illegal streaming blocking order

UEFA granted extension of illegal streaming blocking order

Mon, 21 Jul, 2025

It extends the blocking order for the 2025/26 and 2026/27 football seasons.
FA Cup winners Crystal Palace face anxious wait to discover Europa League fate

FA Cup winners Crystal Palace face anxious wait to discover Europa League fate

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

A decision from UEFA’s club financial control body (CFCB) is not expected for a matter of weeks.
Security costs for Europa League final in Aviva top €7.1m

Security costs for Europa League final in Aviva top €7.1m

Fri, 20 Sep, 2024

In response to a parliamentary question from Fianna Fáil TD, Jim O’Callaghan, the minister said the total cost to date from policing the Europa League final is €7.12 million.
Security costs for Europa League final in Aviva top €7.1m

Security costs for Europa League final in Aviva top €7.1m

Fri, 20 Sep, 2024

In response to a parliamentary question from Fianna Fáil TD, Jim O’Callaghan, the minister said the total cost to date from policing the Europa League final is €7.12 million.
A beloved figure – tributes pour in for Sven-Goran Eriksson

A beloved figure – tributes pour in for Sven-Goran Eriksson

Mon, 26 Aug, 2024

Eriksson, who had been battling cancer, was the first foreign manager of the England national side.
Government open to increasing funding for Casement Park, says Taoiseach

Government open to increasing funding for Casement Park, says Taoiseach

Sun, 14 Jul, 2024

There has been mounting speculation that the Belfast stadium is set to be axed as a venue for Euro 2028
Premier League misses out on fifth Champions League spot for next season

Premier League misses out on fifth Champions League spot for next season

Thu, 02 May, 2024

Borussia Dortmund’s first-leg victory in the Champions League semi-final against PSG sealed Germany’s extra place.
European Super League verdict set to be announced by European Court of Justice

European Super League verdict set to be announced by European Court of Justice

Thu, 21 Dec, 2023

The judgement is set to be made public on Thursday morning.
Ireland and UK confirmed as joint hosts of Euro 2028

Ireland and UK confirmed as joint hosts of Euro 2028

Tue, 10 Oct, 2023

The Uefa executive committee gave the five-nation bid to stage the European Championship the official green light on Tuesday.

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