Republic of Ireland Sport

Earlier today

‘I was in the hospital for five weeks, I brought my putting mat in and I was still putting in the hospital’ - How a Co… The Irish News00:10

In the last 2 hours

Messi named in Argentina squad for farewell appearance RTE23:39 15-Sept-26

Andoni Iraola hails ‘contagious’ energy of Lewis Koumas and fellow youngsters The Irish News23:39 15-Sept-26

Max Dowman is a joy to work with – Mikel Arteta The Irish News23:39 15-Sept-26

Lionel Messi named in Argentina squad for farewell appearance The Irish News23:29 15-Sept-26

Neil McCann delighted with Kilmarnock ‘unity’ after win at Hibernian The Irish News23:29 15-Sept-26

Leam Richardson angry as Paudie O’Connor’s wonder goal ruled out The Irish News23:29 15-Sept-26

In the last 4 hours

Stephen Robinson keen to see Aberdeen kick on after convincing win at Motherwell The Irish News23:08 15-Sept-26

No one has done more for Lincoln than Michael Skubala – Chris Cohen The Irish News23:08 15-Sept-26

Wouter Vrancken accepts Hearts were poor in defeat at Falkirk The Irish News23:08 15-Sept-26

We need to be patient with our young players – Fulham boss Alvaro Arbeloa The Irish News22:58 15-Sept-26

Kim Hellberg hails Middlesbrough’s character in comeback draw with Millwall The Irish News22:58 15-Sept-26

Stenhousemuir move clear at top of Championship with late win against Partick The Irish News22:58 15-Sept-26

Messi set for Argentina farewell in Buenos Aires friendly against Benin The4222:43 15-Sept-26

Team Ireland Jet Off to European Championships Irish-boxing.com22:41 15-Sept-26

My commitment to Wales never in doubt – Craig Bellamy rejects Clarets criticism The Irish News22:38 15-Sept-26

Carabao Cup round-up: Kelly penalty helps Posh through RTE22:37 15-Sept-26

Michael Skubala suffers defeat against former club Lincoln The Irish News22:27 15-Sept-26

George Stanger scores as Kilmarnock beat Hibernian to earn first win of season The Irish News22:27 15-Sept-26

Brentford hold off Reading to reach round four The Irish News22:27 15-Sept-26

Szoboszlai screamer seals Carabao Cup win over Spurs RTE22:26 15-Sept-26

Szoboszlai stunner caps Liverpool display as Reds end Spurs' Carabao involvement Irish Examiner22:20 15-Sept-26

Unresolved Celtic Park Issue Ahead of Sunday’s Glasgow Derby Celts Are Here22:16 15-Sept-26

Carabao Cup: Liverpool continue Spurs’ miserable run, Arsenal youngster Dowman shines at Ipswich The Irish Times22:14 15-Sept-26

Teenager Max Dowman's double lights up Arsenal's Carabao Cup win over Ipswich Irish Examiner22:10 15-Sept-26

McGregor steals the show as Coleraine pip Glentoran The Irish News22:07 15-Sept-26

Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo help Liverpool to cup win against Tottenham The Irish News22:07 15-Sept-26

Max Dowman shines with two goals as Arsenal see off Ipswich in Carabao Cup The Irish News22:07 15-Sept-26

Aberdeen secure first win since opening day in emphatic fashion at Motherwell The Irish News22:07 15-Sept-26

Middlesbrough held by Millwall despite second-half fightback The Irish News22:07 15-Sept-26

Falkirk pick up first league win of season to check Hearts’ progress The Irish News22:07 15-Sept-26

‘What better place?’ Kevin Cronin targets European title fight in Kerry Irish-boxing.com22:06 15-Sept-26

Oscar Bobb’s solo strike settles five-goal thriller as Fulham beat West Ham The Irish News21:57 15-Sept-26

'I can hit pretty much anything' – Woods back on range RTE21:45 15-Sept-26

Henrik Larsson Makes Surprise Tuesday Celtic Appearance Celts Are Here21:45 15-Sept-26

John Russell on Shels’ relegation play-off battle: ‘There’s no getting away from it, we’re… Extratime.com21:40 15-Sept-26

‘I can hit pretty much anything’ – Tiger Woods back on the range The Irish News21:27 15-Sept-26

Objection upheld as Fermoy declared winners over Ballinora in PIFC tie Echo Live21:19 15-Sept-26

Irish acts exit Ed Sheeran tour as they back Macklemore RTE21:18 15-Sept-26

In the last 6 hours

LIMERICK IN PHOTOS: Munster Rugby Awards Limerick Post21:06 15-Sept-26

No Meath luck as Cavan falter in New York final The Meath Chronicle20:31 15-Sept-26

McIlroy reveals 'heart-to-heart' chats with Lowry RTE20:23 15-Sept-26

‘These aren’t tweaks – these rules are fundamentally changing the game’: Frustration over Higher Education competition… The Irish News20:19 15-Sept-26

‘This is a new group of players trying to write their own history’ - Carrickmore can shoulder expectation insists… The Irish News20:19 15-Sept-26

Eamon McGee: I enjoyed playing up to the spoiler role in Donegal team The Irish News20:19 15-Sept-26

Saracens Champions Cup Tickets Now on General Sale Connacht Rugby20:16 15-Sept-26

BMW PGA Championship tips: Patrick Reed is Wentworth a bet to follow Shane Lowry into winner’s enclosure The Irish News20:15 15-Sept-26

Howard Webb says accidental handball law ‘a nonsense’ and calls for reform Irish Examiner19:57 15-Sept-26

Graham: Sligo Rovers best one-year improvement I've seen RTE19:43 15-Sept-26

Sydney Sweeney’s charmless gambling ad a grim reminder of the Page Three days The Irish Times19:41 15-Sept-26

LIMERICK IN PHOTOS: Plenty of winners in Limerick LGFA Limerick Post19:41 15-Sept-26

Jack Cahalane ruled out as the Barrs receive Brian Hayes boost Irish Examiner19:21 15-Sept-26

O'Mahonys secure status as Blackhall drop down The Meath Chronicle19:20 15-Sept-26

Dunderry claim rare win over Killyon to seal semi-final spot The Meath Chronicle19:20 15-Sept-26

In the last 8 hours

Kiltale get the job done The Meath Chronicle19:10 15-Sept-26

“I said to the players…” – Martin O’Neill’s Dressing Room Message After Rangers Defeat Celts Are Here19:02 15-Sept-26

The Current Irish Depth Chart A Year Out From 2027 Rugby World Cup Balls.ie18:56 15-Sept-26

Thomas Tuchel: I wish I had eaten Azteca Stadium grass after win over Mexico The Irish News18:54 15-Sept-26

Justin McNulty set to remain in charge of Laois footballers for 2027 The Irish Times18:40 15-Sept-26

Midday Star of Mayfield wins the Garry O’Sullivan Memorial senior draghunt Echo Live18:26 15-Sept-26

Jon Rahm hails 'immaculate' Adare Manor a year out from Ryder Cup Irish Examiner18:23 15-Sept-26

Bobby Madden disagrees with former referees over controversial Mika Baur challenge Celts Are Here18:21 15-Sept-26

Séamus Coleman on board to help Ireland navigate testing Nations League window The Irish Times18:15 15-Sept-26

OFI seeking better tax supports to help Irish athletes RTE18:04 15-Sept-26

‘Four games in 10 days in the EFL is pretty normal’: NI boss feels his players can cope with testing Nations League… The Irish News18:03 15-Sept-26

‘Honestly? We didn’t speak about it. We don’t need to speak about it’: Boss on Ceadach O’Neill’s commitment to Northern … The Irish News18:03 15-Sept-26

A vision for success: the breeders who helped build Charlestown The Westmeath Examiner18:02 15-Sept-26

Raheem Sterling admits to dangerous driving on motorway before crash The Irish Times18:00 15-Sept-26

John Horgan gives his verdict the new hurling rules proposed by John Meyler's committee Echo Live17:56 15-Sept-26

“Absolutely delighted” Martin O’Neill reacts to Celtic star’s debut International call-up Celts Are Here17:51 15-Sept-26

170-Yacht Fleet Marks Nautor Swan's 60th in Porto Cervo Afloat.ie17:46 15-Sept-26

Treaty United dominate this week's First Division Team of the Week Limerick Leader17:41 15-Sept-26

Top golfers to get no favours for PGA Tour return after Liv bankruptcy The Irish Times17:36 15-Sept-26

Moment Yang shows Celtic what they missed at Ibrox Celts Are Here17:30 15-Sept-26

Referees’ chief says ‘tunnel vision’ meant Manchester City’s derby winner stood The Irish News17:22 15-Sept-26

Treacy weighs up pros & cons of a Forest move for Noonan RTE17:21 15-Sept-26

Yesterday

Arsenal youngster set for decisive international call-up Daily Cannon17:11 15-Sept-26

Oughterard edge past Dunmore MacHales in Galway SFC Galway News17:07 15-Sept-26

Woman (95), enduredtwo-hour wait lying onroad with broken hip The Meath Chronicle17:04 15-Sept-26

Rory McIlroy had 'heart-to-heart' chats with Shane Lowry during difficult season Irish Examiner17:02 15-Sept-26

Rising talent Gabriel asks to leave Manchester United RTE17:01 15-Sept-26

Cork hurling and Kerry football club games live on TV next Sunday The4217:00 15-Sept-26

Davy Fitzgerald to take break from inter-county management in 2027 Irish Examiner16:58 15-Sept-26

Pedestrianisation of Trimgate St moves step close The Meath Chronicle16:54 15-Sept-26

Celtic legend Danny McGrain diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease Celts Are Here16:49 15-Sept-26

Blustery start to Howth’s Autumn League Sees Puppeteer 22 Performance Plus Afloat.ie16:45 15-Sept-26

Can more 'competition engineering' improve Gaelic football rules? RTE16:42 15-Sept-26

Cahill freshens up Tipp senior hurling management The Nenagh Guardian16:37 15-Sept-26

Legend Kelly in as Tipp Minor Hurling boss The Nenagh Guardian16:37 15-Sept-26

Eamon O’Shea to manage Ireland Shinty team The Nenagh Guardian16:37 15-Sept-26

Guaranteed Irish Awards €20,000 to Four GAA Clubs Nationwide The Nenagh Guardian16:27 15-Sept-26

Report: Irish Passport Has Major Role In JJ Gabriel Asking For Manchester United Exit Balls.ie16:26 15-Sept-26

Lidl Ireland pledges Serious Support to schools as retailer opens applications for new school… The Nenagh Guardian16:17 15-Sept-26

All to play for with two rounds remaining in Camogie Championships The Meath Chronicle16:16 15-Sept-26

Antrim’s Maria O’Neill scoops ZuCar Golden Boot award The Irish News16:16 15-Sept-26

PGA Tour 'not contemplating' allowing more LIV returns RTE16:12 15-Sept-26

Camogie: Newcastle West and Bruff earn ready for home semi-finals Limerick Leader16:07 15-Sept-26

Guaranteed Irish awards St. Brigids GAA club €5,000 The Meath Chronicle16:03 15-Sept-26

Claregalway turn things around in second half against Bearna Galway News15:56 15-Sept-26

Butcher, Shelly and McDonnell Win ILCA Titles at Dunmore East Afloat.ie15:44 15-Sept-26

Hannon and Dowds included in Shinty-Hurling/Camogie management teams The Irish News15:44 15-Sept-26

Last eight confirmed in Galway Intermediate Football Championship Galway News15:37 15-Sept-26

Notable omissions in Munster squad to face Leicester Tigers in Cork Limerick Leader15:37 15-Sept-26

Celtic great and ex-Scotland captain Danny McGrain diagnosed with Alzheimer’s The Irish News15:30 15-Sept-26

O'Connor in talks over new contract at Galway United Galway News15:26 15-Sept-26

Michael O'Neill Names Two Players Who He Feels Suffered By Declaring For Ireland Balls.ie15:25 15-Sept-26

Youth star JJ Gabriel asks to leave Manchester United The Irish News15:20 15-Sept-26

Seeing is no longer believing: Lusk United bids to cash in on ‘Trump meeting’ The Irish Times15:12 15-Sept-26

Raheem Sterling admits driving Lamborghini dangerously ahead of motorway crash The Irish News14:51 15-Sept-26

Michael O'Neill hits out at Fai over 'approach' for Arsenal teen Irish Examiner14:49 15-Sept-26

Saints go top, Noonan to Forest and Abankwah San Soaring RTE14:49 15-Sept-26

Cork GAA club football: Revealing the best attacks and tightest defences in the top five grades Echo Live14:42 15-Sept-26

Offaly pay tribute to All-Ireland winning manager Andy Gallagher The4214:38 15-Sept-26

Hurling knows no borders as GAA launches Musco HDC Starter Pack The GAA - Official Site14:33 15-Sept-26

Sebastien Pocognoli seeks ‘right balance’ with six new faces in Scotland squad The Irish News14:29 15-Sept-26

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