Ireland Face March Play-Offs After Draw with Denmark in Dublin

Ireland Face March Play-Offs After Draw with Denmark in Dublin

The Republic of Ireland’s place in the play-offs for the 2020 European Championships has been confirmed as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Denmark at the Aviva Stadium on Monday night. Ireland knew a win against Denmark would...
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Taoiseach Commends Cavan Priest’s Condemnation of Lunney Attackers

Taoiseach Commends Cavan Priest’s Condemnation of Lunney Attackers

The Taoiseach has backed a Co Cavan priest’s moral leadership in condemning a vicious assault on businessman Kevin Lunney in the border region. Leo Varadkar offered his support to Fr Oliver O’Reilly from Ballyconnell parish. Fr O’Reilly previously descri...
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Manchester United Report Net Debt Increase of 55.5%

Manchester United Report Net Debt Increase of 55.5%

Manchester United have announced a sharp rise in net debt in their latest financial report, but executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward offered an upbeat assessment of the club’s position despite a “mixed start” to the Premier League campaign. United’s fir...
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Scots to Host All Blacks at Murrayfield Next Fall

Scots to Host All Blacks at Murrayfield Next Fall

The All Blacks and Argentina will join Japan as Scotland’s opponents in the 2020 Autumn Tests at BT Murrayfield. Scottish Rugby has confirmed that Gregor Townsend’s side will open the campaign against the Pumas on the weekend of November 6,...
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Saracens Accept 35-Point Deduction and Fine for Salary Cap Breaches

Saracens Accept 35-Point Deduction and Fine for Salary Cap Breaches

Saracens have chosen not to appeal against their 35-point deduction and £5.36million fine for salary cap breaches. The English and European champions and Premiership Rugby have released a joint statement declaring the verdict of the independent disciplinary p...
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Patriots Edge Eagles Despite Brady Misfires

Patriots Edge Eagles Despite Brady Misfires

The New England Patriots maintained their lead at the top of AFC East thanks to their watertight defense in a 17-10 win at the Philadelphia Eagles. Patriots quarterback Tom Brady completed only 26 of 47 passes for 216 yards and...
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England Romp to Victory in Welcoming Pristina

England Romp to Victory in Welcoming Pristina

England head to Euro 2020 among the top seeds after goals from Harry Winks, Harry Kane, Marcus Rashford and Mason Mount saw Gareth Southgate’s men overcome Kosovo 4-0 on a humbling occasion in the Balkans. Already assured of top spot...
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McCarthy Ready For ‘Big Game’ Qualifier Against Denmark

McCarthy Ready For ‘Big Game’ Qualifier Against Denmark

Mick McCarthy says he would “go home” if he did not think the Republic of Ireland could beat Denmark to reach the Euro 2020 finals. The 60-year-old Ireland boss will send his team into battle with a familiar foe at...
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Saracens Said To Be Ready To Accept Punishment For Salary Cap Breach

Saracens Said To Be Ready To Accept Punishment For Salary Cap Breach

Saracens are set to drop their planned appeal against a £5.4million fine and a 35-point penalty for a breach of the salary cap, the PA news agency understands. The back-to-back Premiership champions and reigning European champions had initially announced thei...
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Mary Lou McDonald: Stormont Election in January Can Be Averted

Mary Lou McDonald: Stormont Election in January Can Be Averted

A Stormont election in January can be averted if there is political will, Mary Lou McDonald has said. Westminster has imposed interim measures in order to ensure Northern Ireland’s public services can continue since Stormont collapsed more than 1,000 days...
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