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Last year
2023
best of 2023
The 42's Best of 2023: The history, drama and legacy of Ireland's Women's World Cup
After three weeks traversing Australia, Emma Duffy reflected on a game-changing tournament for the sport in this country.
30 Dec 2023
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The 42's Best of 2023: (Irish) Footballers' Lives - a weekend in north-west England
26 Dec 2023
The 42's Best of 2023: Darron Gibson's addiction, recovery, and the moment his life changed
22 Dec 2023
Talking Points
Dublin and Cork return to top with 2023 All-Ireland wins - can they stay there?
28 Dec 2023
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Looking Back
'Best year of my life': Reflections on historic 2023 for Ireland WNT
27 Dec 2023
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Pat Critchley
'No matter what sport you're coaching, you're coaching the person first'
26 Dec 2023
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coygig
Quiz: How well do you remember the Ireland WNT year?
25 Dec 2023
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recognition
Katie McCabe wins prestigious Sportswoman of the Year award
22 Dec 2023
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Meath Mayhem
6am sessions in Phoenix Park, and impressive gym numbers: The rise of Vikki Wall
The multi-sport star’s influence is highlighted in a new documentary about Meath’s ladies football success.
20 Dec 2023
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reward
Irish teenager Seán Grehan earns new Crystal Palace contract
20 Dec 2023
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Eileen Gleeson Profile
From Puskas goal footage, and a moped at St James' Gate, to the Ireland top job
‘The love for the game shines through’: Eileen Gleeson’s road to the Ireland helm has taken many twists and turns.
20 Dec 2023
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Ready to go
5 things we learned from Eileen Gleeson's unveiling as Ireland WNT head coach
20 Dec 2023
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unveiled
Third time's a charm - Why Eileen Gleeson changed her mind on Ireland job
New head coach applied for her ‘dream job’ in 2017 and 2019.
19 Dec 2023
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A surprise - or inevitable? 5 talking points as Eileen Gleeson lands Ireland WNT job
18 Dec 2023
Eileen Gleeson appointed as Ireland WNT head coach
18 Dec 2023
Gleeson for Ireland
A surprise - or inevitable? 5 talking points as Eileen Gleeson lands Ireland WNT job
18 Dec 2023
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permanent
Eileen Gleeson appointed as Ireland WNT head coach
Dubliner appointed on a permanent basis following 100% campaign as interim head coach.
FAI identify Gleeson as the "outstanding candidate" following worldwide search.
Gleeson: Appointment is "the proudest and most humbling moment of my life to date".
18 Dec 2023
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Retirement
Two-time AFLW champion Ailish Considine calls time on six-season career
18 Dec 2023
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Flying the flag
Birthday girl Agg and in-form Hayes on target on busy day for Irish across the water
17 Dec 2023
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Updates
Exeter v Munster, Champions Cup
17 Dec 2023
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Ballymacarbry
The 42-in-a-row county champions back in an All-Ireland final after a 25-year wait
16 Dec 2023
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Glanmire
From flood damage and dual clashes to All-Ireland final day in Croke Park
15 Dec 2023
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Irish Eye
Ian Garry out of UFC 296 due to pneumonia
14 Dec 2023
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Camogie
All-Ireland finalists Waterford appoint Jerry Wallace as new manager
14 Dec 2023
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Ireland WNT
Slew of Irish goalscorers and big performances ahead of managerial appointment
Amber Barrett, Abbie Larkin and Caitlin Hayes were among those on target over the weekend.
11 Dec 2023
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squad goals
Who do you think should win the RTÉ Sport Team of the Year?
11 Dec 2023
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Land down under
Monaghan captain Atkinson joins AFLW side Collingwood
11 Dec 2023
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Ireland WNT
'Brilliant' Caitlin Hayes, centre-back depth and pushing on in 2024
9 Dec 2023
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LOI
Ex-Dundalk man Martin eyes silverware after signing for Shelbourne
Updated 8 Dec 2023
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Selection
Academy wing McCarthy starts on Champions Cup debut as Munster ring the changes
8 Dec 2023
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Champions Cup
Harry Byrne at 10 and Will Connors starts as Leinster name side for La Rochelle test
8 Dec 2023
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On the Move
Tipperary star Aisling McCarthy makes AFLW switch to Irish-heavy Fremantle
8 Dec 2023
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Banner Blow
Clare dual star Podge Collins retires from inter-county duty
7 Dec 2023
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strike force
Carusa keen to drive on after breakout 2023 and McCabe-inspired form
‘This year has been very, very good for me,’ says Ireland’s US-born striker.
7 Dec 2023
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Analysis
'Lacking motivation' talk irks Ireland as they end batshit year with a bang
McCabe and Eileen Gleeson were not best pleased with some commentary and questioning before last night’s rout of Northern Ireland.
6 Dec 2023
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Rising Stars
Evan Ferguson on six-strong shortlist for RTÉ Young Sportsperson of the Year
6 Dec 2023
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One Up… Again
'I'm hoping it won't be too hostile at home': Ireland's Lucy Quinn trumps partner
5 Dec 2023
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Match Report
Republic of Ireland hit Northern Ireland for six as they finish with 100% record in Belfast
5 Dec 2023
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Team news
No Sinead Farrelly as Gleeson makes two changes for Belfast derby clash
Updated 5 Dec 2023
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Preview
Ireland aim to finish historic 2023 - and interim reign - with a win at Windsor Park
5 Dec 2023
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Big Sam
'I play winning football': Sam Allardyce interested in Ireland job
4 Dec 2023
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ruesha littlejohn
Praise for 'refreshing' interim spell as Ireland out to end 2023 on a high in Belfast
4 Dec 2023
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New Campaign
Both Ireland sides stopped in quarter-finals at Dubai Sevens
3 Dec 2023
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Valencia Marathon
Fionnuala McCormack becomes first Irishwoman to qualify for five Olympics
3 Dec 2023
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