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February

February 2024

Boxing

Defeat for Padraig McCrory ends hopes of world title shot with Canelo Alvarez

25 Feb

2.6k

Adrift

Leona Maguire pays the price as she ties 31st in Thailand

25 Feb

1.4k

opportunities

The factors at play to decide Caoimhín Kelleher's future

25 Feb

3.5k

Impact

Will Jarvis having a 'Berbatov' effect on Shelbourne

25 Feb

1.3k

NO CASE FOR DEFENCE

'We played like we'd never played together before'

24 Feb

3.6k

Report

Shelbourne bring the magic and grit to beat Shamrock Rovers

23 Feb

3.4k

Building Momentum

Duff doesn't have to sell Shelbourne in a league that no longer needs cheap headlines

The Reds’ boss is relishing Tolka Park’s first sell-out since 2006 with 4,700 fans coming through the gates for visit of champions Shamrock Rovers.

David Sneyd

23 Feb

1.5k

Comment

FAI the butt of the joke again but now there is an anger that must lead to change

22 Feb

2.9k

making amends

'I let myself down, there are no excuses' - Former Bohs midfielder keen to take second chance

22 Feb

5.9k

gospel

Damien Duff says Government's €50m for Casement Park should go to League of Ireland academies

Shelbourne manager admits far more needs to be done to develop Irish players for a future in the game but clubs need backing to provide it.

21 Feb

4.1k

duel

Latest Haaland test shines light on strides Collins has made among elite

20 Feb

3.8k

Setback

The brilliance and misfortune of Neil Farrugia

Latest injury setback for gifted 24-year-old serves as a reminder of how cruel the game can be.

David Sneyd

17 Feb

1.9k

talking point

Pochettino wants Chelsea to be brave but whatever way they play it Man City will be too good

17 Feb

743

League of Ireland

One big question facing each Premier Division team in 2024

Ahead of the new League of Ireland season, we assess a burning issue for the 10 sides in the top flight.

David Sneyd

16 Feb

1.4k

BIT O NEWS

Huge boost for Sligo Rovers as New Zealand international Mata returns on loan

15 Feb

1.7k

Interview

'It's good to feel respected as a League of Ireland footballer'

Jamie Lennon has found his voice as a leader after growing up at St Patrick’s Athletic.

3 hrs ago

1.8k

Swimming

History-maker Daniel Wiffen takes gold at World Aquatics Championships

It is a first long course medal for an Irish swimmer at these championships.

Updated 16 hrs ago

5.7k

Interview

'The players have shown real bravery to be vulnerable'

14 Feb

1.6k

Update

Jack Byrne waiting for all clear from scan ahead of Shamrock Rovers' league opener

13 Feb

1.9k

up close

In search of Galway's wild west - 'There's an animal inside when you cross that white line'

The 42 spends an evening with John Caulfield and his players as they prepare for the club’s return to the League of Ireland Premier Division next week.

David Sneyd

11 Feb

1.9k

New blood

St Pat's sign former Man City prospect on loan from Turkish second tier

10 Feb

2.7k

Progress

FAI's positive step to ensure Government funding with appointment of two female directors

10 Feb

1.9k

coming of age

'He is probably the most naturally gifted player that you will see'

10 Feb

7.5k

Back in action

Blunder from on loan Liverpool goalkeeper caps poor night for St Pat's

9 Feb

4.2k

Impressed

Ajax and PSV weighing up Troy Parrott move this summer

9 Feb

14.8k

Determined

Adam Idah aiming to come of age with Celtic move

The striker turns 23 this Sunday and has yet to play 90 minutes in five consecutive games since making senior debut in 2019.

One-on-one work with Brendan Rodgers after training

Norwich City were prepared to let him join Sheffield Wednesday last month

Stoke City and Serie A side Verona were also keen

David Sneyd

6 Feb

2.0k

shared fortunes

Ten years after sacking Moyes, United still searching for substance and success

4 Feb

1.9k

Deals Done

Ipswich Town sign UCD defender as Dundalk midfielder heads to League One

Updated 2 Feb

3.9k

On the Move

Adam Idah joins Celtic on loan as Ireland teammate leaves for West Brom

Updated 1 Feb

4.8k

January

January 2024

Challenges

Man City primed, Liverpool still on top, and the sadness of Marcus Rashford

31 Jan

1.9k

LOI Transfer News

Damien Duff hails signing of 'special player' Will Jarvis from Hull City

30 Jan

3.5k

Manager Hunt

'Maybe I am not what they are looking for' - Gus Poyet says no FAI contact for Ireland job

29 Jan

4.4k

Keeping The Faith

'This makes every sacrifice worth it': A day with Newport's Irish as they plot Man United's downfall

With eyes of the football world on this FA Cup tie, The 42 hears stories of resolve, love, tragedy and hope from six Irishmen at the heart of the club.

David Sneyd

Reports from Newport

28 Jan

3.8k

cut throat

Struggle of Ireland U21 star highlights precarious path for youngsters forging careers

27 Jan

5.1k

ANGST FOR ANGE

Manchester City strike late to dump Spurs out of FA Cup

26 Jan

11.9k

ANGST FOR ANGE

Manchester City strike late to dump Spurs out of FA Cup

26 Jan

3.5k

Blow

Confusion of past 48 hours undermines FAI's progress in manager search

Lee Carsley has reportedly rejected the chance to become Ireland boss despite positive talks.

David Sneyd

26 Jan

10.2k

new dawn

New arrivals and returning stars will soon get a sense of vibrant and intense League of Ireland

Aaron McEneff’s loan move to Shamrock Rovers has caught the eye after a mixed experience with Perth Glory in Australia.

25 Jan

2.6k

Knockout

Leinster host Leicester while Munster travel to Northampton in Champions Cup last 16

21 Jan

9.9k

Historic

The sensational Éanna Burke injury-time winner in All-Ireland club final

21 Jan

7.7k