Coutinho Scores First Goal for Barca as they Advance to Copa del Rey Final
February 9, 2018 No Responses

Coutinho Scores First Goal for Barca as they Advance to Copa del Rey Final

Philippe Coutinho savoured a “special moment” after his first goal for Barcelona helped them reach their fifth consecutive Copa del Rey final. Coutinho opened the scoring in a 2-0 win at Valencia that sent Barcelona through 3-0 on aggregate, the...
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O’Neill Signs New 4 Year Deal with Northern Ireland
February 9, 2018 No Responses

O’Neill Signs New 4 Year Deal with Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland boss Michael O’Neill has signed a four-year contract extension, less than three weeks after turning down the Scotland managerial vacancy. The 48-year-old, whose previous deal expired in 2020, has reached an agreement with the Irish Footb...
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Brexit increases desire for Irish unity – Gerry Adams
February 9, 2018 No Responses

Brexit increases desire for Irish unity – Gerry Adams

The idea of Irish unity has become more prevalent since Britain decided to leave the European Union, Gerry Adams has said. Mr Adams said that since Brexit people on the island of Ireland have been reminded of the benefits of...
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Speculation Mounts that Pope Could Visit Mountjoy Prison
February 7, 2018 No Responses

Speculation Mounts that Pope Could Visit Mountjoy Prison

There is speculation that Pope Francis could visit Mountjoy Prison in Dublin when he comes to Ireland this year. The Irish Prison Service has said that no formal application has been made, but it stands ready to assist if required....
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Out & About
February 7, 2018 No Responses

Out & About

Wow! What a game! The Super Bowl that was played last Sunday in Minneapolis featured two veteran contenders, the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles, who had never won a Super Bowl until this Sunday. The underdogs won and...
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FA Cup Round Up: Swansea Win Big, Huddersfield Set Up Date with United
February 6, 2018 No Responses

FA Cup Round Up: Swansea Win Big, Huddersfield Set Up Date with United

Swansea boss Carlos Carvalhal saw his side thrash Notts County 8-1 in their FA Cup fourth-round replay to set up a tie at former club Sheffield Wednesday. Carvalhal has made an impact since arriving at the Liberty Stadium just a...
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Opponents Call for New Cork Skyscraper to be Scrapped
February 5, 2018 No Responses

Opponents Call for New Cork Skyscraper to be Scrapped

There have been calls for the development of Ireland’s tallest skyscraper in Cork to be scrapped. Those opposing the planned 40-storey building say it will destroy the heritage of the Port of Cork. The site was purchased last year by...
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Talks Resume to end Power Sharing Deadlock
February 5, 2018 No Responses

Talks Resume to end Power Sharing Deadlock

The first round-table talks between all Northern Ireland’s major parties begin today. The British and Irish governments should end their “hands off” approach and forcefully drive negotiations to a conclusion, the nationalist SDLP said. Politi...
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Eagles Defeat Patriots to Seal First Superbowl Win
February 5, 2018 No Responses

Eagles Defeat Patriots to Seal First Superbowl Win

The Philadelphia Eagles won their first Super Bowl title as they defeated the defending champions the New England Patriots 41-33 in a high-scoring thriller. Over 1,000 offensive yards were piled up in Minnesota and it was the Eagles that came...
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Klopp Rages after Referee’s Penalty Snafu
February 4, 2018 No Responses

Klopp Rages after Referee’s Penalty Snafu

Angry Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admitted he would get the “biggest fine in world football” if he gave his honest opinion on referee Jon Moss’ decision to award two penalties against his side. Harry Kane missed the first but converted...
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