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Herrera relishing Van Gaal link

Ander Herrera is relishing the prospect of working with new Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal at Old Trafford.

Mon, 30 Jun, 2014

'You are amazing', McCarthy tells crowd

Mick McCarthy and the Irish players have thanked the crowd at the Phoenix Park for their big welcome.

Tue, 18 Jun, 2002

Michael Cheika: New Zealand are favourites for Rugby World Cup final

Australia boss Michael Cheika had few qualms branding his Wallabies the underdogs for Saturday’s World Cup final against defending champions New Zealand.

Mon, 26 Oct, 2015

Loew backs Lahm over captaincy claims

Germany coach Joachim Loew has defended his captain Philipp Lahm ahead of their World Cup semi-final encounter against Spain in Durban later today.

Wed, 07 Jul, 2010

Low finds much to admire in Maradona

As Germany and Argentina prepare to renew old rivalries, Joachim Low admits he is somewhat in awe of Diego Maradona, who he feels won the World Cup on his own in 1986.

Sat, 03 Jul, 2010

Henry primed for World Cup showdown

France skipper Thierry Henry has likened his nation’s World Cup play-off showdown with the Republic of Ireland to a Champions League tie.

Sat, 14 Nov, 2009

<p>Comments made by FIFA president Gianni Infantino about British fans were “neither helpful nor accurate”, the UK’s football policing lead has said (Sam Corum/PA)</p>

Gianni Infantino’s joke about British fans not ‘helpful or accurate’ – UK police

Infantino aimed a jibe at British supporters saying the Qatar finals in 2022 were special because “no Brit was arrested”.

Fri, 23 Jan, 2026

Come back French tourists, all is forgiven after Thierry...

THIERRY HENRY’s infamous handball did more than just cost Ireland a place in the last World Cup, according to the new edition of France’s best-selling travel guide.

Sat, 07 Jan, 2012

Pumas pumped up for ranking points showdown

IRELAND team manager Paul McNaughton predicts the chase for world ranking points will make Argentina more formidable than ever.

Thu, 20 Nov, 2008

<p>CO-CAPTAINS: Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake have been named as Wales co-captains for the Rugby World Cup.</p>

Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake named Wales co-captains for Rugby World Cup

Gatland has chosen a split of 14 backs and 19 forwards for the tournament.

Mon, 21 Aug, 2023

Maldini hoping to equal record

Influential Italy captain Paolo Maldini remained on course to equal a World Cup record after overcoming an injury scare.

Sat, 08 Jun, 2002

Danes cross fingers for injured duo

Denmark’s Jon Dahl Tomasson and Stig Tofting will undergo tests tomorrow morning to prove their fitness to face England in the World Cup second-round showdown.

Fri, 14 Jun, 2002

Martin O'Neill talks about the qualifier going to penalties

David Meyler is convinced the Republic of Ireland will be heading for the World Cup finals in Russia.

Mon, 13 Nov, 2017

Hodgson support for injured Walcott

Theo Walcott has been backed to return “even stronger” from the heartbreak of missing out on the World Cup by England manager Roy Hodgson.

Wed, 08 Jan, 2014

<p>BOYCOTT? Head coach Randy Waldrum of Nigeria. Pic: Ed Zurga/Getty Images</p>

Nigeria's women's coach considers World Cup boycott over frustrations with federation

Randy Waldrum detailed difficulties he’s had with the Super Falcons’ hierarchy, revealing disputes over match fees triggered a strike from training by players during last year’s African Cup of Nations.

Fri, 30 Jun, 2023

Mike Ross welcomes Joe Schmidt’s contract extension

As he continues his preparation for the Rugby World Cup, Leinster and Ireland prop Mike Ross was delighted to hear that Joe Schmidt has extended his contract as international head coach until 2017.

Fri, 24 Jul, 2015

Michael Cheika: We are at the beginning of our journey

The pain of a World Cup final defeat to New Zealand will linger for Australia but Michael Cheika believes his rejuvenated Wallabies are only at the beginning of their journey to challenge the mighty All Blacks.

Mon, 02 Nov, 2015

West Ham seeking 'world-class' talent - Pardew

Alan Pardew wants to sign a “world-class player” of David Beckham’s calibre to help establish West Ham as a major European force.

Sat, 29 Apr, 2006

Springboks seek respite from racism rumpus

Overshadowed by the spectre of racism in recent weeks, the Springbok rugby side will be looking to lift their spirits when they get down to business in their first warm-up match for the World Cup against provincial side Free State in Bloemfontein.

Mon, 15 Sep, 2003

White handed whistle for Heineken final

CHRIS WHITE will referee the Heineken Cup final between Perpignan and Toulouse at Lansdowne Road, Dublin, on May 24.

Thu, 08 May, 2003