Graham Poll, who was criticised by Jose Mourinho for allowing Thierry Henry’s audacious free-kick at Highbury, was today revealed as the official who gave Chelsea pre-season refereeing advice.

The longest course in major history – 7,514 yards, no less – has been prepared for this week’s USPGA Championship. It is called Whistling Straits and it should have John Daly licking his lips.

West Ham looked down and out as they trailed Leeds 4-1 at half-time and the pressure on Glenn Roeder looked immense.

New laws to grant immunity to whistleblowers could form part of package to fight white collar crime.

It is the second time this season Liverpool have been forced to act against the Russian club.

Lance Armstrong has written a foreword for Emma O’Reilly’s memoir and tweets his support on publication day.

An Irish student invaded the pitch after a recent Man United game – and got taken down hard.

Farmers in Colombia really love soccer!

“It was unfortunate that part of the statement issued in support of the retired manager Brian Cuthbert was interpreted as criticism of the referee.”

Rory McIlroy has heightened speculation that he is close to a return to the golf course - by posting a video of himself on Instagram looking very much back on his feet.

“He’s been released from hospital with no concerns.”

Westmeath GAA officials are set to investigate an incident during last night's Cadbury Leinster Under 21 Football Championship quarter-final between Westmeath and Wexford where it was alleged that referee Derek Fahy was hit by stones.

Arter has left the Ireland camp and his chances of making Euro 2016 may be over as a result.

Ryanair is putting on special flights from Dublin to Lyon over the weekend, for Ireland's historic clash with France.

Showing the ruthlessness that makes her the cornerstone of the US Women’s soccer team, Abby Wambach buried a goal in the net despite an Irish defender on the ground after taking a ferocious hit in the face.

The same XV are entrusted with toppling the Dubs.

Three more players join Andrea Pirlo, Francesco Totti and David Villa on the list of Gillet’s victims…

United fans booed loudly when Van Gaal substituted Anthony Martial for Marouane Fellaini in the 66th minute of Tuesday’s 1-0 win over CSKA Moscow.

Sunderland and Newcastle have accepted misconduct charges from the FA following a stormy Tyne-Wear derby on March 4.

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