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Waterford v Shelbourne - SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division
Tommy Lonergan's leveller sees Waterford frustrate Shelbourne on opening night
Whereas Shels included in their starting line-up just one of their arrivals, six-figure capture Odhrán Casey, Waterford’s team showed seven new faces from the squad that required a playoff to avoid relegation.

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Dundalk v Drogheda United - Jim Malone Cup
Godden grabs Drogheda winner after as Galway rue missed penalty
There had been some doom and gloom around Galway United but they turned in a brave and battling performance that merited at least a point.

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

West Ham United v Liverpool - Premier League - London Stadium
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to undergo medical at Celtic says Martin O'Neill
The 32-year-old former Arsenal and Liverpool midfielder has been a free agent since leaving Turkish side Besiktas in August.

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Erling Haaland and Pep Guardiola file photo
'Erling Haaland is the best striker in the world' – Man City boss Pep Guardiola
The Norway international is going through an unusually quiet spell in front of goal, scoring just two in his last 12 appearances.

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Brentford v Nottingham Forest - Premier League - Gtech Community Stadium
Caoimhin Kelleher: I don’t think this season is important from a football aspect for Liverpool after Jota
The 27-year-old admits the tragic loss of his friend Diogo Jota, which he believes is still having a major impact on the Liverpool squad, made it even more important for him to embrace a fresh start elsewhere.

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Shamrock Rovers v Derry City - 2026 Men's President's Cup Final
Shamrock Rovers clash with Dundalk called off after pitch inspection
Shamrock Rovers' clash with Dundalk was due to be televised. Virgin Media will now broadcast Derry City versus Sligo Rovers instead

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Manchester United v Manchester City - Premier League - Old Trafford
Michael Carrick relishing Thomas Frank reunion ahead of Man Utd-Tottenham clash
The interim Old Trafford boss is aiming to keep his winning run going. 

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Sammie Szmodics after the match 6/9/2025
Szmodics leaving benefits 'dressing room values', says Ipswich boss McKenna
The decision to allow the Ireland forward to join Championship rivals Derby County wasn’t based on football, Tractor Boys boss reveals. 

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

SSE Airtricity & League of Ireland 2026 Season Launch Event
Airtricity League Premier Division: team-by-team guide 
The top division kicks off tonight. 

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Parrott and Ferguson could both start Prague play-off, insists Hallgrímsson 
Parrott and Ferguson could both start Prague play-off, insists Hallgrímsson 
The Ireland boss had an in-depth, exclusive conversation with Irish Examiner soccer correspondent John Fallon.

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Shamrock Rovers v Derry City - 2026 Men's President's Cup Final
O'Doherty's interest keener than ever as Derry's splurge has all signs pointing north
Not since 1997 have the Foylesiders been League of Ireland champions but as 2026 campaign kicks off, their benefactor's outlay sets them up to challenge Shamrock Rovers at the top

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Cristian Romero file photo
Romero outbursts "dealt with internally" says Spurs boss Frank 
Romero made headlines on Monday when he took to Instagram to reveal he played with an illness in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Manchester City and call it "disgraceful" the squad were left with only 11 fit players

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Leicester City badge file photo
Leicester City hit with six-point penalty over P&S rule breach 
The commission determined the club had breached the relevant P&S threshold by £20.8million over the three-year assessment period ending 2023-24.

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Arsenal v Chelsea - Carabao Cup - Semi Final - Second Leg - Emirates Stadium
Liam Rosenior accuses Arsenal of lacking ‘respect’ for Chelsea in warm-up
The Blues boss accused the hosts of encroaching into Chelsea’s half in midweek. 

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

SSE Airtricity & League of Ireland 2026 Season Launch Event
From Ricardo to Rodrigo - Joey O'Brien's contact cures Shels' striker search
How Shels found the piece to the puzzle they hope revives them into title contenders.

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Six Nations 2026 package
Louis Rees-Zammit named at full-back for Six Nations return
Rees-Zammit has not played in the tournament for three years haven spent a number of years in the NFL.

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Marc Guehi file photo
Marc Guehi unable to play for Manchester City in Carabao Cup final
It is understood there will be no change in the rule by the EFL to enable Guehi to play.

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Arne Slot and Virgil van Dijk file photo
Arne Slot hails Jeremy Jacquet as Liverpool plan for life after Virgil van Dijk
Slot has welcomed the upcoming arrival of a 'very big talent' in Jeremy Jacquet.

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester City - Premier League - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Why shouldn’t he play? Pep Guardiola to push for cup final place for Marc Guehi
The ineligible Guehi had to watch from the sidelines as City beat the Magpies.

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Manchester City v Newcastle United - Carabao Cup Semi Final Second Leg
Manchester City dethrone Newcastle to book Carabao Cup final showdown with Arsenal
It has been a spirited trophy defence from Eddie Howe's side, but it fell flat at the penultimate hurdle.

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

SSE Airtricity & League of Ireland 2026 Season Launch Event
Pádraig Amond signs two-year extension to remain at Waterford FC
New manager Jon Daly has repeatedly stated his desire to keep Amond at the RSC for this season and beyond.

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

SSE Airtricity & League of Ireland 2026 Season Launch Event
Barry Robson: Keeping Seani Maguire shows Cork City's intent
One player edging closer to completing his exit is Cathal O’Sullivan, who was watching on as City defeated Kerry on Wednesday, as he is expected to officially join Preston North End in the coming days.

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

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Czechia boss says 'average' Ireland a typical island team
New Czechia manager Miroslav Koubek noted Ireland play with "enormous heart."

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

Everton v Arsenal - Premier League - Hill Dickinson Stadium
Jurrien Timber believes winning the Carabao Cup could be springboard for Arsenal
Mikel Arteta’s side are one match away from ending their six-year wait for a trophy.

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

Republic of Ireland v Belgium - UEFA Women's Nations League Play-off 1st Leg
FAI submits preliminary bid to host 2029 Uefa Women's Champions League Final
The association will continue to work closely with its partners ahead of the final bid submission in early June.

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

Arsenal v Chelsea - Carabao Cup - Semi Final - Second Leg - Emirates Stadium
Arteta delights in 'vitamins' of victory after Arsenal reach League Cup final
Arsenal have reached their first cup decider since the 2020 FA Cup final

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

SSE Airtricity & League of Ireland 2026 Season Launch Event
S John Fallon: Caulfield's nous always gives Galway a fighting chance of being on the money
Despite last year’s struggles, and the personal anguish of his assistant Ollie Horgan passing away at 57, Caulfield signed a two-year contract extension that would bring him up to the eight years in the job.

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

Arsenal v Chelsea - Carabao Cup - Semi Final - Second Leg - Emirates Stadium
Carabao Cup: Havertz strikes at the death as Arsenal seal Wembley return 
The Premier League leaders now await the outcome of Manchester City and Newcastle United’s return leg to learn who they will meet for the right to win the first trophy of the season in next month’s final.

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026

AZ Alkmaar v Ajax - Dutch KNVB Beker
Parrott's extra-time winner ensures cup progress for AZ, Ogbene grabs first Sheffield United goal
Parrott provided a superb headed assist for Matej Sin's opener before Kristian Hlynsson grabbed an equaliser for FC Twente, before Dubliner Parrott found the winner in the 96th minute - his 27th goal for club and country so far this season. 

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026

Manchester City v Galatasaray - UEFA Champions League - League Phase - Etihad Stadium
Pep Guardiola turns up the heat on Manchester City’s big-spending rivals
The City manager pointed out six rival clubs have outspent his over the past five years.

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026

Marc Guehi file photo
Transfer window verdict: how every Premier League club fared
Will Arsenal regret Nwaneri move? Have Sunderland traded brilliantly again? We run the rule over every team’s business.

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026

ITV and Roy Keane to head to New York for World Cup coverage while BBC stay in Salford
ITV and Roy Keane to head to New York for World Cup coverage while BBC stay in Salford
ITV Sport will be basing all of its World Cup coverage from its New York studio, whereas the BBC team will be in Salford until at least the quarter-finals

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026

Flying under the radar: six low-key deals that could prove savvy signings
S Flying under the radar: six low-key deals that could prove savvy signings
The January transfer window has come and gone. There have been a number of high-profile moves but here are a half dozen that may have flown under the radar

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026

Cork City v Waterford - Pre-Season Friendly
Waterford time already an 'eye-opener' for Jon Daly
Convincing players to join Waterford has been difficult with many preferring to be close to Dublin

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026

Arsenal v Kairat - UEFA Champions League - League Phase - Emirates Stadium
Mikel Arteta has ‘book of people’ who feel Arsenal are ‘most exciting in Europe’
Arsenal are six points clear at the top of the Premier League, and through to the knockout stages of the Champions League.

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Sunderland v Burnley - Premier League - Stadium of Light
Habib Diarra inspires win over Burnley as Sunderland extend unbeaten home run
Sunderland have climbed to eighth in the Premier League

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

AZ Alkmaar v Shelbourne - UEFA Conference League 2025/26 League Phase MD4
Troy Parrott stays put despite interest as other Irish internationals seal moves
Hull City were braced to receive bids for John Egan but the Ireland defender will see out the remainder of the season at the club

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Eintracht Frankfurt v Tottenham Hotspur - UEFA Champions League - League Phase - Deutsche Bank Park
Cristian Romero labels Tottenham squad depth ‘disgraceful’ amid injury crisis
Spurs' current list of absentees well beyond double figures

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Wolverhampton Wanderers v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League - Molineux Stadium
Big clubs keep powder dry as Crystal Palace emerge as deadline day kings
Arsenal’s experience summed up a day on which journalists desperately searched for drama that didn’t exist.

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Middlesbrough v Hull City - Sky Bet Championship
Transfer Deadline Day latest: John Egan set to stay at Hull, Kenny joins Bolton on loan
The transfer window is set to slam close at 7pm on Monday night.

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Brazil FIFA WCup Women Soccer
Gianni Infantino sorry for offending British fans and defends Trump peace prize
The Fifa chief said that the World Cup in Qatar in 2022 had been special because “for the first time in history no Brit was arrested”.

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Cork City v Wexford - SSE Airtricity Men's First Division
Seani Maguire agrees Cork City extension, ends speculation about future
Cork City manager Barry Robson said that amid speculation about Maguire's future, the club was "really thrilled" for him to sign the extension

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Arsenal v Manchester United - Premier League - Emirates Stadium
Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action
João Pedro stepping up for Rosenior, Arsenal frontmen show their teeth and stretched Liverpool are fighting on

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester City - Premier League - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Rodri: The referee has to be neutral and for me honestly, it’s not fair
City had VAR decisions go against them in matches with Newcastle, Manchester United and Wolves in January, and Rodri appeared to question whether officials were being fair.

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Liverpool Fans Watching the UEFA Champions League Final
Transfer deadline day: Liverpool agree fee for Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet
The 20-year-old will remain at the Ligue 1 side for the rest of the season before moving to Anfield in the summer.

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Arsenal v Corinthians - FIFA Women's Champions Cup - Final - Emirates Stadium
Katie McCabe heading for Arsenal exit in summer as club target younger players
Arsenal regard McCabe as a club legend, the left-back having been there for just over 10 years and helped them become world and European champions.

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

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