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<p>OFF YOU GO: FAI referee Michelle O'Neill poses for a portrait after announcing her retirement. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile</p>

Michelle O'Neill announces retirement to end 18-year illustrious career as assistant referee

"Officiating at World Cups and Olympic Games has been a dream come true, and I am grateful for the opportunities and experiences this career has given me. Now, it is time for the next chapter," said O'Neill.

Mon, 16 Sep, 2024

Carney in line for Ireland’s World Cup challenge

MUNSTER winger Brian Carney could play for Ireland in November’s Rugby League World Cup Finals in Australia.

Thu, 17 Apr, 2008

A higher plane

Though the world’s eyes are on the World Cup, which is just beginning to gather momentum in Brazil, it is hard not to see the sports events in Limerick this weekend as far more meaningful and — in human terms — far more important.

Sat, 14 Jun, 2014

Dominic Solanke looking to make mark as Liverpool move goes through

Dominic Solanke is looking to create more history at club level after his move to Liverpool was finalised.

Mon, 10 Jul, 2017

Michael D will be shouting for England in the World Cup

As you know, President Michael D Higgins has been in England for the last couple of days to promote ties between Ireland and the UK, and he's been doing a pretty good job of it.

Thu, 10 Apr, 2014

Blatter rejects Dyke's call for publication of Garcia report

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has rejected FA chairman Greg Dyke’s call to publish the Garcia report into allegations of corruption in World Cup bidding.

Wed, 19 Nov, 2014

Cian Healy may not be fit for World Cup - reports

Prop Cian Healy’s participation in the upcoming Rugby World Cup is in doubt, according to a number of reports this morning.

Tue, 28 Jul, 2015

Platini keen for winter World Cup

UEFA president Michel Platini has once again stressed his belief that the 2022 World Cup in Qatar must be held during the winter.

Wed, 20 Mar, 2013

Australian cricket team calls in to radio after drinking all night in World Cup celebration

Amid roars of laughter, the lads take to the air…

Mon, 30 Mar, 2015

Irish citizen thought to be among Uganda blast dead

An Irish citizen is believed to have been among more than 70 people killed in bomb attacks in Uganda as they watched the World Cup final.

Mon, 12 Jul, 2010

Torres in race to be fit for World Cup

Liverpool striker Fernando Torres remains a major doubt for Spain’s World Cup opener against Switzerland – but is putting in the hours in a bid to be fit.

Wed, 12 May, 2010

World Cup clashing with McFadden wedding plans

Brian McFadden will tie the knot with Delta Goodrem this year – but only if they can find a date which doesn’t clash with the soccer World Cup.

Mon, 25 Jan, 2010

Uruguay coach analysing France

Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez has vowed to stick to his principles against World Cup group rivals France.

Wed, 02 Jun, 2010

Wenger bemoans Walcott scrutiny

Arsene Wenger claims winger Theo Walcott is being put under “terrible pressure” to be fully fit in time for the World Cup finals in South Africa this summer.

Mon, 22 Feb, 2010

Kuyt: Fit Robben key for Oranje

Dirk Kuyt is desperate for Arjen Robben to overcome his hamstring injury and play a pivotal role for Holland at the World Cup.

Tue, 08 Jun, 2010

Drogba backs Blues team-mate Anelka

Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba has come out in support of his Chelsea team-mate Nicolas Anelka after he was kicked out of France’s World Cup squad.

Mon, 21 Jun, 2010

Domenech waits on Gallas fitness

France coach Raymond Domenech is confident William Gallas will be fit for the World Cup.

Mon, 24 May, 2010

Dunne: We threw a good position away

Republic of Ireland defender Richard Dunne has said that his side threw away a good position when they let Alberto Gilardino score a late equaliser for Italy in their World Cup qualifier in Croke Park on Saturday night.

Mon, 12 Oct, 2009

Strettle injury blow for England

England wing David Strettle’s World Cup hopes hang in the balance after he broke a metatarsal bone in his left foot during training.

Wed, 08 Aug, 2007

Irish rowers through to World Cup final

The Irish men's heavyweight four of Alan Martin, Sean Casey, Cormac Folan and Sean O'Neill are through to their final at the Rowing World Cup in Amsterdam.

Sat, 23 Jun, 2007