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Not even the Euro 2024 sticker album is safe from greed that has overtaken modern sport
The pre-tournament tradition of stickering is the latest to be ruined by progress.
Wednesday
12 Jun 2024
Contenders
Ranking the 10 teams most likely to win the Euros
France, England and other sides who are expected to be there or thereabouts.
young lions
England could be out of the Euros before Tories face their own humiliation
Arrival of fresh faces and inexperienced internationals brings mix of excitement and uncertainity for Gareth Southgate.
hanging in there
Ten Hag made history as Manchester United manager and must now build on it
Dutchman is the first boss ever at Old Trafford to win back-to-back trophies in his first two seasons and will remain in charge.
Tuesday
11 Jun 2024
the next episode
Erik ten Hag set to remain as Manchester United manager
The Dutchman is said to be aligned with the club and negotiations over a contract extension have begun.
easily beaten
Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal outclass Ireland
Ireland were easily beaten 3-0 by a brilliant Portuguese side.
Looking Back
McClean: Ireland might have qualified for Euro 2020 if Mick McCarthy had stayed in charge
euro 2024
'If we don’t win, I probably won’t be here anymore' - England boss Southgate pre Euros
Preview
O'Shea seeking upset against Portugal to make case to be full-time manager
Ireland face Euros-bound Portugal in their final game of the season tonight.
Monday
10 Jun 2024
Ones to watch
6 potential breakout stars of Euro 2024
We look at some of the young players ready to make a mark on the tournament.
Sunday
9 Jun 2024
representing
'In high performance, you are never relaxed' - Meet the only Irishman involved in Euro 2024
Shayne Murphy, football scientist with the Scotland national team, speaks to The 42.
Saturday
8 Jun 2024
Friday
7 Jun 2024
sinead farrelly
Recently-retired Ireland international calls time on professional football career at 34
