Donnelly: ‘No Appetite’ To Extend Ireland’s Latest Lockdown

Donnelly: ‘No Appetite’ To Extend Ireland’s Latest Lockdown

The Minister for Health has insisted there is “no appetite” to extend Ireland’s Level 5 lockdown, but stopped short of guaranteeing the restrictions will be eased on schedule. Stephen Donnelly urged the public to “double down” on compliance with measures...
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FIFA’s Club World Cup Postponed Until February

FIFA’s Club World Cup Postponed Until February

FIFA has moved the Club World Cup to February next year after the coronavirus pandemic affected the conclusion of continental championships around the world. The tournament will still be played in Qatar but has been moved from its original dates...
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No Further Coronavirus Cases Reported In Ireland Squad Ahead Of Bulgaria Game

No Further Coronavirus Cases Reported In Ireland Squad Ahead Of Bulgaria Game

The Republic of Ireland have reported no further coronavirus cases ahead of their Nations League clash with Bulgaria in Dublin on Wednesday. Tottenham defender Matt Doherty and Stoke midfielder James McClean were isolated from the rest of the squad after...
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‘Appropriate’ Travel Restrictions Should Remain For Christmas Says Expert

‘Appropriate’ Travel Restrictions Should Remain For Christmas Says Expert

Ireland’s Covid-19 international travel restrictions are “appropriate” and should remain in place over the Christmas period, a National Public Health Emergency Team (Nphet) member has said. Dr Mary Favier also said there had been a “fraying around the ...
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Sexton And Henshaw Ruled Out Of England Clash

Sexton And Henshaw Ruled Out Of England Clash

Ireland captain Johnny Sexton has been ruled out of Saturday’s Autumn Nations Cup clash with England following a scan on a hamstring injury. Fly-half Sexton limped off in the first half of Friday’s 32-9 win over Wales. Center Robbie Henshaw,...
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More Lockdown Restrictions Expected In The North

More Lockdown Restrictions Expected In The North

More coronavirus restrictions before Christmas will “more likely than not” be recommended to Stormont, the Northern Ireland chief scientific officer has said. Prof Ian Young said a four week circuit-break in the North slowed the spread of the virus but...
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New Irish Consulate To Be Opened In Manchester, England

New Irish Consulate To Be Opened In Manchester, England

A new Irish consulate covering the north of England is to be opened in Manchester. Ireland’s minister for foreign affairs Simon Coveney made the announcement to mark a “virtual visit” to Dublin by the mayors of Greater Manchester and the...
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England Defeated By Belgium In The Nations League

England Defeated By Belgium In The Nations League

England finished third in the inaugural Nations League final after a 2-0 defeat to the world’s top-ranked side in Leuven means they cannot make the second edition next year. Youri Tielemans’ deflected strike and a fine Dries Mertens free-kick saw...
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Johnson Seals Masters Win With Record 20 Under Par

Johnson Seals Masters Win With Record 20 Under Par

A month after having to self-isolate in a Las Vegas hotel room, Dustin Johnson distanced himself from his rivals to win his second major title in record fashion in the 84th Masters. Johnson now has lifetime access to the infinitely...
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Wales Top Their Nations League Group After Beating Ireland

Wales Top Their Nations League Group After Beating Ireland

Wales stayed top of their Nations League group with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland at the Cardiff City Stadium. David Brooks headed home from close range after 66 minutes to maintain Wales’ one-point lead over Finland...
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