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Arsenal v Wigan Athletic - Emirates FA Cup - Fourth Round - Emirates Stadium
'We need some players back and fit' – Mikel Arteta says injuries a worry for Arsenal
Arsenal booked their place in the fifth round of the FA Cup with a thumping 4-0 win over League One Wigan at the Emirates.

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Arsenal v Wigan Athletic - Emirates FA Cup - Fourth Round - Emirates Stadium
Flying start sends Arsenal on way to emphatic FA Cup win over Wigan
The quadruple bid is still on for the Gunners. 

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Kilmarnock v Celtic - William Hill Premiership - BBSP Rugby Park
Celtic leave it late again to secure huge win in title race
With Rangers and Hearts meeting later in the day, the Hoops were desperate to put the pressure on, but they were second best in the first half against a superb Killie side.

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Birmingham City v Leeds United - Emirates FA Cup - Fourth Round - St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park
Leeds boss Daniel Farke won’t get carried away by dreams of cup glory
Sean Longstaff converted the winning spot-kick at a fired-up St Andrew’s after Leeds goalkeeper Lucas Perri had saved Tommy Doyle’s effort and Patrick Roberts blazed his over the crossbar.

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah File Photo
Virgil van Dijk says Mo Salah is still ‘so important’ for Liverpool
The Egypt international had one of his best games of a so-far underwhelming campaign with a penalty and an assist in the 3-0 win over Brighton

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Galway District League v Limerick District League - FAI Oscar Traynor Inter-League Cup Final
Galway rout Limerick to end Oscar Traynor Cup title wait
Brendan O’Connor’s side had too much for the visitors. 

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Sligo Rovers v Bohemians - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division
Alan Reynolds hails resilience of Bohs hat-trick hero Colm Whelan
Whelan scored three goals in a 13-minute blitz at Sligo Rovers on Saturday night.

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Newcastle United v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League - St James' Park
Vitor Pereira confirmed as Nottingham Forest’s fourth manager of the season
The Portuguese has been handed the task of dragging the club away from the fringes of the Premier League relegation zone.

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Arsenal v Bayern Munich - UEFA Champions League - League Phase - Emirates Stadium
Harry Kane ‘really proud’ to reach 500 goals career landmark
The England man hit a brace against Werder Bremen on Saturday. 

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Liverpool v Brighton and Hove Albion - Emirates FA Cup - Fourth Round - Anfield
Liverpool boss Arne Slot salutes Mohamed Salah’s all-round display in FA Cup win
The Reds earned an impressive win over Brighton on Saturday night. 

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Liverpool v Brighton and Hove Albion - Emirates FA Cup - Fourth Round - Anfield
Liverpool cruise into FA Cup fifth round after easing past Brighton at Anfield
Arne Slot's side had too much for the Seagulls at Anfield on Saturday night. 

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Manchester City v Liverpool - Emirates FA Cup - Semi Final - Wembley Stadium
Alan Shearer says VAR has damaged refereeing standards after Newcastle’s cup win
Aston Villa were dumped out after a controversial cup encounter. 

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Aston Villa v Newcastle United - Emirates FA Cup - Fourth Round - Villa Park
Sandro Tonali bags brace as Newcastle beat 10-man Aston Villa in FA Cup
With VAR not in use until the next round, Kavanagh and his team appeared to get at least three major decisions incorrect on a night which showed officials have perhaps become reliant on their colleagues at Stockley Park.

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Burnley v Mansfield Town - Emirates FA Cup - Fourth Round - Turf Moor
Louis Reed free-kick stuns Burnley as League One Mansfield progress in FA Cup
The Stags, who sit in mid-table in League One, arrived at Turf Moor on a five-game winless run but they fought back from a goal down in impressive fashion to claim a 2-1 victory

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Manchester City v Salford City - Emirates FA Cup - Fourth Round - Etihad Stadium
Man City squeeze past stubborn Salford to reach FA Cup fifth round
Pep Guardiola's side thrashed their neighbours 8-0 last season but needed an early own goal from Alfie Dorrington and a late effort from Marc Guehi to prevail on this occasion at the Etihad Stadium

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Burton Albion v West Ham United - Emirates FA Cup - Fourth Round - Pirelli Stadium
West Ham ‘have to take advantage’ of Crysencio Summerville’s purple patch
The Hammers needed extra time to see off League One Burton.

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Cork City v Waterford - Pre-Season Friendly
'I've never seen a kid like him': Ruairi Keating on Cork City prospect Cillian Murphy
Friday’s First Division opener against Treaty United at Turner’s Cross was meandering towards stalemate until the substitute produced an incisive pass that led to Keating pocketing a stoppage-time goal

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Igor Tudor file photo
Tottenham announce Igor Tudor as Interim head coach for remainder of season
'It is an honour to join this club at an important moment,' Tudor said

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Brentford v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League - Gtech Community Stadium
Tottenham job has become a public meat grinder and the fans’ pain is more content
Ritualistic Spurs manager sacking is a marker in the year, but the failing lies with executives responsible for some really vague recruitment

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

England Training and Press Conference - Monday November 10th
Maro Itoje and Pep Guardiola react to Jim Ratcliffe’s comments on immigration
Manchester United minority owner Ratcliffe this week sparked controversy by claiming the UK had been “colonised” by immigrants, and has since apologised for any offence caused by his remarks

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Euro Watch: PSG shocked by Rennes, Dortmund close gap to Bayern Munich
Euro Watch: PSG shocked by Rennes, Dortmund close gap to Bayern Munich
Meanwhile, in Italy, AC Milan needed a late goal from Luka Modric to defeat lowly Pisa 2-1

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Hull City v Chelsea - Emirates FA Cup - Fourth Round - MKM Stadium
Pedro Neto scores Chelsea hat-trick as Liam Rosenior earns win on return to Hull
Neto’s superb 18-yard effort gave Chelsea an interval lead and after he struck again direct from a corner early in the second half, Brazil forward Estevao put the tie to bed just before the hour-mark

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Drogheda United v Waterford - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division
Early goals see Drogheda United defeat Waterford to maintain perfect start
Mark Doyle scored his first Drogheda United goal in 1,548 days after Shane Farrell scored a stunning early opener.

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Derry City v Dundalk - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division
Michael Duffy's controversial late penalty saves Derry City against Dundalk
The Oriel Park men rightfully were fuming that referee Declan Toland awarded the penalty for some pushing inside the box.

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Cork City v Treaty United - SSE Airtricity Men's First Division
Stoppage-time Keating goal seals dramatic win for Cork City over Treaty
Bravery from new manager Barry Robson – by substituting his two full-backs for attackers – paid off when youngster Cillian Murphy teed up Hans Mpongo to square for Keating

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Cobh Ramblers v Wexford - SSE Airtricity Men's First Division
Stephen Elliott’s Wexford cruise past Cobh Ramblers on First Division opening night
Cobh were out to make a statement under new manager Fran Rockett.

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

ans display a "Show Israel the red card" banner 6/9/2025
Ireland's home game against Israel likely to be moved abroad
It’s understood informal talks have taken place between the FAI and An Garda Síochána since the countries were paired in group B3 alongside Austria and Kosovo at Thursday’s draw in Brussels.

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Brian Kerr in attendance 8/2/2026
Watch: 'They should stand up for Palestine' - Brian Kerr calls on FAI to boycott Israel fixture
Speaking on Virgin Media, Kerr insisted that Ireland should not take part in the Uefa Nations League games with Israel..

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Vitor Pereira File Photo
Vitor Pereira agrees deal to become  Nottingham Forest's fourth boss this season
The former Wolves boss was identified as the first choice to replace Sean Dyche, who was sacked following Wednesday's goalless Premier League draw with the Molineux club

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Liam Brady In Turin 1980
Italian media celebrates Liam Brady's 70th birthday - 'A true gentleman of the midfield'
"In 1980, the borders reopened, and the steely-eyed Irishman left Arsenal for Juventus."

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference
Gasperini's barbs could 'anger' Evan Ferguson, says Heimir HallgrĂ­msson
The Italian has adopted a tough love approach to his loan player since he arrived from Brighton, publicly questioning his attitude and physical condition.

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Tottenham Hotspur v Marseille - UEFA Champions League - Group D - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Igor Tudor agrees to become Tottenham’s interim manager – reports
Former Croatia international Tudor was dismissed by Juventus last October following an eight-match run without a win.

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Manchester City v A.F.C. Bournemouth - Premier League - Etihad Stadium
Man City midfielder Rodri faces potential ban over referee remarks
The Spain international said referees “have to be neutral” after City’s draw at Tottenham.

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Manchester City v Fulham - Premier League - Etihad Stadium
Treatment of immigrants 'big problem' – Pep Guardiola responds to Jim Ratcliffe
Earlier this week, Manchester United minority owner Ratcliffe sparked controversy by claiming the UK had been “colonised” by immigrants

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

FA Cup fourth round: 10 things to look out for this weekend
FA Cup fourth round: 10 things to look out for this weekend
Burnley have the chance of a Cup run, Leicester fear an unwelcome repeat and Brighton fans get a raw deal

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Michael O'Neill File Photo
New Blackburn boss Michael O’Neill to combine role with Northern Ireland
O'Neill takes over at Blackburn with the club 22nd in the Championship. He called the Irish FA allowing him to take the opportunity as "forward-thinking"

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Bosun Lawal 26/3/2023
Another injury blow for Ireland as Bosun Lawal ruled out for six weeks
Lawal was one of Heimir Hallgrimsson's options to replace the injured Josh Cullen in midfield

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

St Patrick’s Athletic v Galway United - Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup Quarter-Final
St Pat's v Galway, Shels v Shamrock Rovers postponed after heavy rainfall
The First Division match between UCD and Kerry at the UCD Bowl will go ahead

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Sunderland v Liverpool - Premier League - Stadium of Light
Liverpool selection dilemmas give Arne Slot sleepless night
Liverpool face Brighton in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Saturday

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Heimir HallgrĂ­msson 20/11/2025
Ireland's Nations League fixture details confirmed
The Boys in Green begin with two away games -- including a trip to Israel. 

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

SSE Airtricity & League of Ireland 2026 Season Launch Event
Kelleher targets personal and collective performance growth as Cork City eye title charge
The aim is to win another First Division title in 2026 to go along with the second-tier crowns they claimed in 2022 and 2024.

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Brentford v Arsenal - Premier League - Gtech Community Stadium
Lewis-Potter header denies Gunners and narrows gap at top to four points
Arsenal's lead at the top of the Premier League is now down to four points

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Republic of Ireland File Photo
S Handling home fixture with Israel will be FAI's next port of call
Not only will the build-up be overshadowed by moral outrage during every interview with players and staff but the prospect of protests elevates the case to a national security matter

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Heimir HallgrĂ­msson 20/11/2025
HallgrĂ­msson will 'respect' Irish players' decision not to face Israel after Nations League draw
Fears that his side could end up in the same Uefa Nations League pool were realised on Thursday night at the Nations League draw

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Raheem Sterling file photo
Raheem Sterling joins Feyenoord until the end of the season
The 31-year-old winger left Chelsea by mutual agreement at the end of January following a period of limbo at the club, which saw him play his last competitive fixture for the Blues in May 2024

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

FAI confirms it will play fixtures after Ireland draw Israel in Uefa Nations League 
FAI confirms it will play fixtures after Ireland draw Israel in Uefa Nations League 
John Fallon is in Brussels for the league phase draw for the 2026/27 Uefa Nations League. 

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

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