Football
David Forde
'People saw a gentle giant. They had no idea behind closed doors what that Jekyll and Hyde was capable of doing'
Sunday
1 Jun 2025
Comeback
'He's a player of interest... a character that could help us' - Ireland boss open to James McClean return
all in the detail
Inside story of how Evan Ferguson and Liam Delap situation shaped transfer plans
Multiple sources lay out to The 42 the contrasting fortunes of two of Premier League’s best young strikers.
Chelsea and Brighton tension over loan deal in January
Manchester United's late approach for Ireland international
How FAI let Delap slip through net as a 15-year-old
Saturday
31 May 2025
complex feelings
If PSG's dominant win was predictable, nobody thought it would be this enjoyable to watch
Qatar-backed PSG won the Champions League on a record scoreline while playing some truly glorious football.
Prodigy
Teenager Doué stars as PSG win Champions League for first time
Luis Enrique’s men were far too good for Inter.
low bar
'He was awful, that's the worst I've seen Josh' - Shamrock Rovers star heads for Ireland duty on a low
Friday
30 May 2025
and....breathe
Galway United earn a draw to end Shamrock Rovers' winning run at the top
Stalemate at Tallaght Stadium but Hoops remain six points clear going into mid-season break.
Nations League
Ireland come from behind to rescue last-gasp win in Türkiye
Emily Murphy scored her first international goal in the 89th minute in Istanbul.
wirtz his weight in gold
Liverpool confirm Frimpong transfer and make improved €129m Florian Wirtz offer
THE BEAT
Grounds for change in League of Ireland shines a light on anguish and joy in equal measure
Derry City’s new stand at the Ryan McBride Brandywell a perfect snapshot of how progress will help capture essence of game we love.
match preview
Ireland eye Turkish delight as Nations League business end begins
Carla Ward’s side must win in Istanbul as they chase promotion.
Thursday
29 May 2025
STRAIGHT UP
'Well, he didn't say f*** off' - Ireland boss on talks with Chelsea-bound Liam Delap
Heimir Hallgrímsson says discussions have taken place but striker’s focus is on U21 Euros with England this summer.
