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Bierhoff considers future

Germany's Oliver Bierhoff is hoping an offer from Britain will persuade him to ditch his plans of retirement following Sunday's World Cup final.

Sat, 29 Jun, 2002

McGinley bemoans tournament date

Paul McGinley never wants golf’s World Cup to be held two weeks before Christmas again.

Wed, 11 Dec, 2002

Les Bleus have faith Zidane will be ready

France maestro Zinedine Zidane’s team-mates are ready to share his workload and run some of his errands for him if he returns for tomorrow’s all-important World Cup clash with Denmark.

Mon, 10 Jun, 2002

Firms warned to state rules on 'World Cup sickies'

Firms should introduce a special World Cup "warning policy" to deal with workers planning to take a sick day during the tournament.

Sun, 28 Apr, 2002

<p>A view of the completed pool draw at Palais Brongniart, Paris. Picture: INPHO/Getty Images/World Rugby Pool Pics/Aurelien Meunier</p>

Analysing Ireland's Rugby World Cup opponents

Two of Ireland's Pool B opponents will be confirmed in World Cup qualifiers

Mon, 14 Dec, 2020

Rivaldo eyes double glory

Brazil midfielder Rivaldo has set his sights on achieving an impressive World Cup double - winning the final and being named as the tournament’s best player.

Sat, 29 Jun, 2002

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Suzanne Harrington: Fifa would let Genghis Khan host a World Cup

It feels like the most globally unifying, fun thing the world has left — football — has been hijacked by the baddies. It stinks.

Mon, 15 Jun, 2026

Henry content with bench role

Thierry Henry has hinted he could play a super-sub role at the World Cup finals after he again came off the bench in France’s 1-1 friendly draw with Tunisia last night.

Mon, 31 May, 2010

Wallabies threaten Cup boycott

AUSTRALIA’S players have announced they may consider boycotting the Rug

Thu, 08 May, 2003

Gaffney hails Cullen signing

Munster boss Alan Gaffney today hailed the signing of New Zealand superstar Christian Cullen as arguably the biggest in European rugby history.

Wed, 06 Aug, 2003

VIDEO: Brazil mourns after road collapses, killing two

Brazil was in mourning today after an overpass collapsed in Belo Horizonte, reportedly killing two people.

Fri, 04 Jul, 2014

Dusautoir named player of year

France captain Thierry Dusautoir has been named International Rugby Board player of the year at a ceremony in Auckland.

Mon, 24 Oct, 2011

Cup coaches split on bringing wives or playing sex-aside soccer

FOR Diego Maradona’s Argentine squad, sex is fine as long as it is not 2am and accompanied by a bottle of bubbly.

Sat, 19 Jun, 2010

<p>MAIN THREAT: Chelsea's Sam Kerr will be the key player for Australia at next year's World Cup. File pic: PA</p>

Meet Ireland’s Women's World Cup Group B opponents

Ireland have been drawn in a very tough Group B for the 2023 Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. Here, we profile our three group opponents, Australia, Canada, and Nigeria

Mon, 24 Oct, 2022

Abidal awe-struck by idol Thuram

France defender Eric Abidal was once hailed as “the new Lilian Thuram” but the full-back claims he is still overwhelmed by the ability of the man who will play alongside him in Sunday’s World Cup final with Italy.

Fri, 07 Jul, 2006

A view of fans in the Aviva as many left early 14/11/2017

Five key talking points after Ireland's World Cup dream ends

The Republic of Ireland's World Cup journey came to a shuddering halt last night as Denmark turned on the style in Dublin to book their ticket to Russia.

Wed, 15 Nov, 2017

Wayne Rooney rules out international return

Wayne Rooney will not be tempted out of international retirement for one more shot at a World Cup.

Sun, 03 Sep, 2017

Canada win bruising encounter with Welsh in #WRWC17

Wales suffered a second Women's Rugby World Cup defeat as Canada won a bruising contest 15-0 at Billings Park in Dublin.

Sun, 13 Aug, 2017

Suarez: How d'ya like me now, England?

Luis Suarez just couldn't help himself after inspiring Uruguay to a crucial World Cup victory at the expense of England.

Fri, 20 Jun, 2014

Schmidt: O'Donnell Injury won't spook Ireland

Ireland’s stars will not be “spooked” by the hip injury that threatens to end Tommy O’Donnell’s World Cup chances, according to Joe Schmidt.

Sun, 09 Aug, 2015