Football
Where It All Began
From turning up at Swords Manor in a Man United kit to knocking them of out the Carabao Cup
Exclusive
John Martin in final talks to become new FAI chief football officer
It’s understood the 45-year-old Kildare man will be confirmed as Marc Canham’s permanent successor.
Historic
'We were flying the Irish flag last night' - Grimsby crew celebrate famous win over Man United
CRESTFALLEN
'My players spoke really loud today about what they want' - Amorim after Man United humiliation
Play-offs
Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers united in their focus to seize European opportunity
Stephen Bradley and Joey O’Brien have brought their teams to the cusp of League of Ireland history in Uefa Conference League.
Wednesday
27 Aug 2025
Unbelievable scenes
League Two Grimsby stun Man United in EFL Cup
Irish trio Darragh Burns, Jaze Kabia and Reece Staunton featured for the underdogs, who prevailed after an 18-minute penalty shootout.
Match Report
Athlone Town's Champions League hopes ended but European run continues
Colin Fortune’s side beaten 3-1 by Icelandic champions Breiðablik in the Netherlands.
Soccer
'If we don’t take a long-term approach now we will never fix it' - FAI on funding for player development
Audit of academies throughout the country lays bare challenges ahead of submissions to Government.
Tuesday
26 Aug 2025
match preview
Athlone Town target more history on 'special' Champions League journey
Colin Fortune’s side face Icelandic champions Breiðablik in the Netherlands tomorrow afternoon.
finding your feet
Building World Cup momentum vital for Ireland after five years of losing starts to qualifiers
Manager Heimir Hallgrímsson has placed faith in maturity of squad ahead of next month’s opening games.
Soccer
Chiedozie Ogbene returns but Seamus Coleman absent from Ireland's opening World Cup qualifiers
sweet sixteen
'I probably do that finish 100 times on the training ground' - Liverpool's teenage hero on dream goal
Reaction
'I would never intend to tackle somebody like this on purpose' - Gordon apologises after red card
real business
Plenty of reasons for optimism as Hallgrimsson prepares to name first World Cup qualifier squad
Monday
25 Aug 2025
Unbelievable scenes
16-year-old hits last-gasp winner in Liverpool's remarkable thriller with Newcastle
On his Premier League debut, Rio Ngumoha became an instant hero for the Anfield club.
