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<p>Cork's Orlaith Cahalane celebrates scoring her side's second goal. Picture: INPHO/Ben Brady</p>

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As it happened: Cork withstand late Galway fightback to regain All-Ireland camogie title

The O'Duffy Cup is heading back to Leeside.

<p>THUMBS DOWN: Gianni Infantino, the beleaguered president of FIFA</p>

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Updated: Gianni Infantino has ‘lost Uefa’s confidence’ as World Cup investment plan fails

<p>Donald Trump, President of the United States and FIFA President Gianni Infantino at the New York-New Jersey Stadium. Picture: PA</p>

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Gianni Infantino says Fifa has scrapped World Cup investment plan

Cavan v Monaghan - Bank of Ireland Dr. McKenna Cup Group C Round 3

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Former Monaghan footballer Stephen Gollogly dies at 41

Ask Hoggie! Hurling legend Patrick Horgan answers your questions on the GAA championship and more

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Ask Hoggie! Hurling legend Patrick Horgan answers your questions on the GAA championship and more

Keith Ricken 5/7/2026

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Cork minor boss Keith Ricken: 'I had a dream we were going to win by three points'

AIB GAA All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Finals Media Day

Double All-Ireland-winning Galway footballer Paul Clancy dies aged 49

The Maigh Cuilinn clubman died on Monday, Galway GAA confirmed.

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026

Tommy Walsh celebrates after the game with Ian Maguire 13/6/2026

Éamonn Fitzmaurice: Football quarter-finalists can sit back and watch sharks devour each other

When the All-Ireland series commenced, not too many people - maybe no-one - would have had Cork, Louth and Tyrone straight into the All-Ireland quarter-finals, with the invaluable weekend off

Mon, 15 Jun, 2026

David Clifford surrounded by fans after the game 13/6/2026

Kerry rediscover mojo to vanquish Kildare in 14-point mauling

The three goals, from David Clifford, Diarmuid O’Connor and Gavin White came in the last 16 minutes but don’t think that added some undeserved polish to the scoreline.

Sat, 13 Jun, 2026

Donegal v Cork - GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 2A

Late two-pointer flurry sees Cork shock Donegal to reach All-Ireland SFC quarters

Donegal scored just six points in the second half. They didn’t raise a single orange flag. Cork came with a methodical gameplan and executed it perfectly.

Sat, 13 Jun, 2026

Canada v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly

Ireland v Israel to be held behind closed doors at neutral venue

The FAI confirmed the news on Friday.

Fri, 12 Jun, 2026

Ciaran O’Lionaird 17/2/2015

Cathal Dennehy: The impact Ciarán Ó Lionáird created in life means he will never be forgotten

Ó Lionáird and I knew each other, having been one-time rivals and friends amid the small world of Munster juvenile athletics.

Thu, 11 Jun, 2026

A view of tennis balls thrown on the pitch in protest by fans 28/5/2026

Ireland v Israel moving closer to neutral venue as FAI board meet again

Ireland are scheduled to face Israel at home in the Nations League on October 4

Mon, 08 Jun, 2026

Cork v Limerick - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Final

S Anthony Daly: Limerick have planted a flag. Have they sowed a seed of doubt?

'I’m sure Limerick celebrated this hard last night. I wouldn’t be surprised if they stopped off in Charleville on the way home to rub it in'

Mon, 08 Jun, 2026

Cian Lynch pictured as he lifts the Munster Senior Hurling 7/6/2026

Limerick reclaim Munster title after another titantic tussle with Cork

The Treaty County gained revenge for their penalty shootout loss to the Rebels in last year's decider.

Sun, 07 Jun, 2026

Cork v Limerick - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 2

Cian Lynch on red card against Cork: It was silly, not a good representation of Limerick

Lynch’s days are busier at home now with his partner Dayna and twin sons CJ and Ógie, who turn two this month. “You always put pressure on yourself and you're trying to stretch yourself then as well."

Wed, 03 Jun, 2026

Cork v Meath - GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 1

Explained: How the All-Ireland SFC Round 2 draw works

The All-Ireland SFC Round 2A and 2B draws will take place on Tuesday, June 2 after the 8:30am news on RTÉ Radio 1's Morning Ireland show

Mon, 01 Jun, 2026

Clare v Galway - Fulfil GAA Hurling All-Ireland U20 Championship Final

Clare comfortably see off Galway to land All-Ireland U20 hurling title

At the same venue as the minor decider of three years ago, Clare once again had the measure of their maroon counterparts.

Sun, 31 May, 2026

Nottingham Forest v Liverpool - Premier League - City Ground

Liverpool sack Arne Slot after two years with Andoni Iraola in line to replace him

Dutchman departs after disappointing title defence

Sat, 30 May, 2026

$David Clifford and Jim McGuinness to avoid bans after Kerry-Donegal fracas$

David Clifford and Jim McGuinness to avoid bans after Kerry-Donegal fracas

Micheál Burns has been cited for Category 4 infraction for striking Ryan McHugh. The Kerry forward could face a two-match ban

Tue, 26 May, 2026

Jim McGuinness 23/5/2026

'Are you trying to get me a ban?' - Angry McGuinness hits out after ugly Killarney clashes

The Donegal manager was incensed after he saw Ryan McHugh shedding blood after clashing with Kerry forward Micheál Burns. GAA+ footage shows McGuinness pointing at Diarmuid O’Connor before appearing to push him.

Sat, 23 May, 2026

In pictures: Sciath na Scol glory for St Columba’s GNS, Rennies NS, Gaelscoil Mhuscraí and Ovens

In pictures: Sciath na Scol glory for St Columba’s GNS, Rennies NS, Gaelscoil Mhuscraí and Ovens

There was no little skill and endeavour once more on a day of drama at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.

Tue, 19 May, 2026

Limerick v Waterford - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 4

S Brian Gavin: James Owens unfortunate to miss illegal hurley drop before key Limerick goal

With the new hurling advisory group putting the game under the microscope, maybe they could look at introducing technology for red cards and goal validity.

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Kilkenny v Cork - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A

Cork hurlers suffer another blow as Robbie O’Flynn set to be sidelined with hamstring issue

The Erin’s Own man was forced off in training last week and is set to be out for a three-week period.

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Cian Lynch celebrates a score 17/5/2026

Limerick finish strong to secure top three finish as Waterford and Tipperary crash out

For the seventh time, Waterford failed to qualify from the provincial group stages but don’t read much into the scoreline: they went out on their shields here and were ahead on the hour mark.

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Tempers flare during the game between the sides 16/5/2026

All-Ireland champions Tipperary on the brink after Banner storm Thurles

A home victory for Limerick against Waterford on Sunday will end their championship after a dismal display in FBD Semple Stadium.

Sat, 16 May, 2026

Kerry v Donegal - GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

Exclusive: GAA+ to show Kerry-Donegal and Cork-Meath All-Ireland games

Both matches have been chosen by the association’s streaming arm and are set to be shown on Saturday, May 23.

Wed, 06 May, 2026

Clare v Waterford - Munster GAA Hurling Senior Championship Round 1

S Christy O'Connor Talking Points: Clare need to improve scoring average against Limerick

Down do everything possible – and it still may not be enough while Ger Brennan just has to grin and bear the cost.

Fri, 01 May, 2026

Ben O’Connor after the game 26/4/2026

S Fogarty Forum: Expectation once again raises its head for Cork

The Cork hurlers have long shaken off doubts about their physicality but as expectation builds once again, can they handle the tag of favourites?

Tue, 28 Apr, 2026

Tipperary v Cork - Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Semi-Final

As it happened: Cork and Kerry set up Munster final meeting

It'll be a Munster final reunion of Kerry and Cork in Killarney on Sunday, May 10.

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026

Darragh Fitzgibbon to meet young Cork fan hurt during Semple celebrations

Darragh Fitzgibbon to meet young Cork fan hurt during Semple celebrations

Fitzgibbon will present a signed jersey to the supporter. The young fan and his family will attend Cork v Limerick at Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

Tipperary v Cork - Munster GAA Hurling Senior Championship Round 1

S Anthony Daly: Clare and Cork just have creases to iron but Cats in huge bother

Even in opening day victory, Cork and Clare have plenty still to tidy up.

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

JP McManus Pro-Am - Day Two

Exclusive: GAA considers moving League final to coincide with Ryder Cup in Adare

Counties are to be consulted about the idea of moving the decider to coincide with the biennial golf event between Europe and the US, which takes place between September 17-19.

Wed, 15 Apr, 2026

Conor Turbitt scores a point despite Peter Teague and Joey Clarke 12/4/2026

S Éamonn Fitzmaurice: Tyrone take plenty of good lessons in defeat to Armagh

Tyrone now have either six or seven weeks depending on the draw to prepare for Sam Maguire. Importantly, they have something to build on

Mon, 13 Apr, 2026

APTOPIX Masters Golf

Rory McIlroy holds his nerve to become back-to-back Masters champion

The Northern Irishman held off the challenge of Scottie Scheffler to retain the green jacket, becoming the fourth golfer in history to retain the title.

Sun, 12 Apr, 2026

Aintree Races - Randox Grand National

Update: I am Maximus Grand National delight for JP McManus with matching Red Rum the new dream

The favourite becomes the first horse to reclaim the title since the legendary Red Rum

Sat, 11 Apr, 2026

Masters Golf

The shots that make or break every hole at Augusta National

Fresh from walking the famous course, Maurice Brosnan assesses the key shots at the Masters.

Thu, 09 Apr, 2026

Limerick v Cork - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A Final

Aaron Gillane leads Limerick to first league title in three years with win over Cork

The Rebels won’t be perturbed by their second defeat to their neighbours here in four weeks. The game lacked intensity at times and an atmosphere despite the 41,678 crowd.

Sun, 05 Apr, 2026

Tipperary v Cork - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A Final

S Patrick Horgan: An unwanted meeting? No, a final is perfect for silverware and last tweaks

If something doesn’t work for Cork in the league final they’ll have a chance to remedy that in the championship: same for Limerick.

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Kerry v Mayo - Bank of Ireland All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Final

Munster SFC cup to be named after Kerry legend Páidí Ó Sé

Prior to this announcement, the cup was not named after a person or organisation.

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

Bobby O'Callaghan 26/2/2026

Join the Irish Examiner for livestream coverage of Munster senior cup schools rugby finals

Subscribers can access all the boys and girls finals.

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

Johnny Sexton chats with Roy Keane 9/8/2023

The Roy Keane effect: Why Ireland’s rugby greats looked to the Cork football icon

The former Manchester United captain’s relentless standards inspired Munster and Ireland rugby players searching for a competitive edge

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Cheltenham Racing Festival - Day Four

Paul Townend makes Cheltenham Gold Cup history on Gaelic Warrior

Townend ended Willie Mullins’ long wait for a first Gold Cup win in 2019.

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

Ask Donal! Munster and Ireland legend on the Six Nations, No. 10 debate and Aviva atmosphere

S Ask Donal! Munster and Ireland legend on the Six Nations, No. 10 debate and Aviva atmosphere

Brendan O'Brien speaks to the much-respected Irish Examiner columnist about his career, the state of the game and Ireland's Six Nations campaign in a very special subscriber Q&A.

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Katie Taylor 23/11/2023

Katie Taylor confirms retirement with final fight set for Dublin

Boxing champion confirms she will retire this year, with Croke Park her dream venue for a Dublin farewell

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

Jamie Osborne scores a try 21/2/2026

S Donal Lenihan: Twickenham win turned the tide — but can France be stopped?

The most impressive thing about the French on Sunday was their ability to create tries out of nothing. That’s what out-and-out pace allows you to do.

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

Robert Baloucoune makes a run 21/2/2026

Donal Lenihan: A great day to be Irish at Twickenham as Farrell takes the right path

Despite some patchy performances of late, the Irish players knew they weren’t alone. There’s always something special in the air when we go to London.

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Cork v Meath - Allianz Football League Division 2

14-man Cork hold off Royal fightback to make it four wins out of four

John Cleary’s side held on in desperate fashion. It finished with Luke Fahy denying Adam O’Neill a winning goal in the seconds before the hooter.

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026

Tipperary v Limerick - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A

'They'll be a real force' - Relentless Limerick stretch Tipp's barren run to an ugly 13

Let no 14-man headlines tell a white lie — this game was over long before Willie Connors saw red as the current-day Tipp-Limerick rivalry continues to be a rivalry of Limerick victories and little else.

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026

Patrick Horgan opens up on All-Ireland heartbreak and life after Cork hurling

Patrick Horgan opens up on All-Ireland heartbreak and life after Cork hurling

The Cork hurling icon talks to Kieran Shannon about All-Ireland heartbreak, retirement, Glen Rovers roots and his new role analysing the modern game with the Irish Examiner

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026