'Just 12 months ago, playing against anyone for Ireland was still almost like a dream'
The42by Michael Sadlier·5d ago
LAST SEASON WAS one of great light and some shade for Nick Timoney. On the one hand he finally broke new ground with Ireland, playing 10 Test matches which included his first Six Nations and...
Ireland U21s earn stunning win over England to clinch Euro play-off
The42by Stephen Barry·5d ago
Republic of Ireland U21 3 England U21 1 Stephen Barry reports from Turner’s Cross TOMMY LONERGAN WAS the two-goal hero as Ireland conquered back-to-back European champions England to secure their...
'We're a long way short of where we need to be' - McMillan wants more from Munster
The42by Ciarán Kennedy·5d ago
MUNSTER WILL MAKE the long trip to Belfast this weekend with some momentum, having picked up six points across their opening two URC fixtures.
'I cannot understand or accept that I've been treated this way' - McClean's message to Derry
The42by Ciarán Kennedy·6d ago
JAMES McCLEAN HAS hit out at his treatment by Derry City amid an ongoing dispute over the terms of his contract, while apologising for some of the criticism he has aimed at the club.
'Very last minute' addition as former Everton assistant joins Ward's Ireland set-up
The42by Emma Duffy·6d ago
FORMER EVERTON ASSISTANT coach Stephen Neligan has joined the Republic of Ireland women’s national team set-up ahead of the World Cup play-offs.
Littler misses out on unique double after losing World Youth Championship semi-final
The42by Press Association·6d ago
LUKE LITTLER MISSED out on a unique darting double after losing in the semi-finals of the World Youth Championship.
The FAI’s communications misstep: Where was Uefa while the Irish squad took the heat?
The42by Paddy O'Dea·6d ago
An editorial note re: The 42’s reporting on the Uefa Nations League matches between Ireland and Israel is available to read here. *** THE FAI ARE no stranger to public criticism.
'His attitude to the game hasn't changed. He hasn't tried to become more compliant'
The42by Daire Walsh·6d ago
LEINSTER’S PROVINCIAL KICKING coach Emmet Farrell is optimistic Sam Prendergast can push on his game after the Ireland international returned to action with a productive cameo appearance at the...
'It's in our hands': Crawford and Grehan ready for every eventuality in decisive England clash
The42by Stephen Barry·6d ago
JIM CRAWFORD SAYS Ireland are prepared for every eventuality as they head into tonight’s final-day showdown against England with a European U21 Championship play-off on the line.
France's blistering finish flattens Belgium to provide Zidane with first home win
The42by AFP·6d ago
MICHAEL OLISE CAME off the bench to inspire France to a 4-1 win over Belgium in the Nations League, handing Zinedine Zidane his first home victory since taking charge.
All-Ireland-winning captain Aidan Forker announces Armagh retirement
The42by Stephen Barry·6d ago
AIDAN FORKER, THE Armagh captain who lifted Sam Maguire in 2024, has retired from inter-county football.
Northern Ireland rue Isaac Price penalty miss as they draw with Georgia
The42by Press Association·6d ago
Northern Ireland 0 Georgia 0 ISAAC PRICE MISSED a late penalty as Northern Ireland were held to a goalless draw by Georgia which nevertheless keeps them top of their Nations League group.
Accusations of trash talk and hypocrisy: How Israeli media covered Sunday's match
The42by The Journal Team·6d ago
THE SECOND OF two controversial Nations League matches between Ireland and Israel concluded last night in a near-empty stadium in Bačka Topola, Serbia.
Djokovic advances to China Open final as Medvedev out for hitting fan with ball
The42by AFP·6d ago
NOVAK DJOKOVIC ADVANCED to the China Open final on Monday after Daniil Medvedev was disqualified in the second set, when a ball that came off the Russian’s racquet hit a spectator.
Big-name football champions exit, city hurling final in Cork, newcomers shine in Tyrone
The42by Declan Bogue; Fintan O'Toole·7d ago
1. Munster and Leinster champions exit Nine months ago, Dingle and Ballyboden St-Enda’s served up an All-Ireland semi-final of unrelenting drama.
F1 urged to ‘have a hard look at themselves’ after Bahrain Grand Prix chaos
The42by Press Association·7d ago
FORMULA ONE HAS been urged to take a “hard look” at the regulations following the unprecedented software glitches which overshadowed Sunday’s Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
League of Ireland stalwart Greg Bolger to retire after 20 years
The42by Emma Duffy·7d ago
GREG BOLGER WILL retire at the end of the 2026 League of Ireland season. Bolger, 38, announced the news on Instagram on Sunday evening.
'She's going to be some player' - Praise for Abbie Larkin after stunning WSL goal
The42by Emma Duffy·7d ago
ABBIE LARKIN SIGNED off for Republic of Ireland duty with a stunning goal for Crystal Palace in the Women’s Super League on Sunday.
Timely Munster performance helps keep focus on the pitch
The42by Ciarán Kennedy·7d ago
LIFE MOVES QUICKLY at Munster. After an opening round loss to Glasgow, there was a lingering sense that despite some encouraging signs, the defeat was one that got away from an injury-hit province...
Ronaldo-less Portugal into knockouts, Man United star nets winner for Dutch
The42by AFP·7d ago
UEFA Nations League results on Sunday: League A, Group 2 - Greece 0 Germany 0 - Netherlands 2 Serbia 1 Group 4 - Portugal 2 Norway 1 - Wales 0 Denmark 1 League B, Group 3 - Kosovo 1 Austria 1 -...
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