Everton 3 Newcastle 1

All eyes are on Manchester as the final games of the Premier League season kick off to settle one of the closest title races ever.

Monaghan 1-13 Cork 2-7

Brendan Clarke salvaged a point for second in the table St. Patrick's Athletic with a late penalty save against Cork City at Richmond Park.

President Michael D Higgins will make his second official visit to London this weekend.

Aung San Suu Kyi says her visit to Ireland will be one of the "unforgettable" days of her life.

Clare 1-18 Waterford 2-17

Roy Keane has ramped up his criticism of his national side – and declared himself ready to take on anyone in the squad who disagrees with him.

Greece 1 Russia 0

Czech Republic 1 Poland 0

Marco Tardelli insists there will be no pressure on the Republic of Ireland as they attempt to condemn Italy to an early Euro 2012 exit.

Ireland's Euro2012 knock-out hangover was in full force in northern Poland today as fans lashed former captain Roy Keane for his post-match criticisms.

Damien Duff was today reflecting on the end of a dream after the Republic of Ireland's bruising defeat by Spain.

John O'Shea has promised the Republic of Ireland will not bow out of Euro 2012 without a fight.

Westmeath manager Brian Hanley was ecstatic after his side ousted Antrim from the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship following a two-point win at Cusack Park yesterday.

Leinster rugby fans pledged to drink London dry tonight after their team clinched the Heineken Cup at Twickenham.

The FAI have issued a statement to thank fans for their incredible support:

Spain 4 Republic of Ireland 0

Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez rallied tens of thousands of supporters, wearing his signature red beret and singing a folk song as he launched his re-election bid.

By Brendan O'Brien