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David Clifford returns to Kerry panel for Mayo trip
Footballer of the Year David Clifford could return to action for Kerry this weekend after the Fossa star was named in the Kerry match-day panel for the Allianz Division 1 clash with Mayo in Castlebar.
McIlroy and Lowry in top-10 at Genesis Invitational
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry both posted rounds of 69 to climb into the top-10 midway through the second round the the Genesis Invitational at the Riviera Country Club. World No. 1 McIlroy sits tied-4th spot, three strokes behind leader Keith Mitchell, after carding a birdie in the final hole of his round at the 9th. Beginning on the back nine, McIlroy opened with a bogey on the 10th, before carding back-to-back birdies at 12 and 13.
First Div wrap: Cobh win on landmark night in Kerry
Kerry FC made their opening bow in the League of Ireland with a 2-0 defeat to Cobh Ramblers on a historic night in Mounthawk Park. A sellout crowd packed into the Tralee venue as Billy Dennehy's side made their highly anticipated beginning to life in the league in this Munster derby. But it was the visitors who dominated the early exchanges, with local goalkeeper Wayne Guthrie forced into a few early saves.
Sawyers strikes late as Cardiff snatch win over Reading
Romaine Sawyers scored the goal that earned Cardiff their first home win for 111 days as they beat Reading 1-0 at Cardiff City Stadium. The Bluebirds fans had to wait until the 91st minute for their team's 19th shot of the night to break the deadlock and it pushed new boss Sabri Lamouchi’s men five points clear of the relegation zone. FULL MATCH DETAILS Their last triumph in the Welsh capital had been 10 matches ago – nine in the league and one FA Cup tie – on 29 October against Rotherham.
Dominant Shels fail to grind down dogged Drogheda
Wasteful finishing and the frame of a tenacious Drogheda United's goal frustrated Shelbourne at Tolka Park. There was no repeat of the 6-0 win at the same venue in the penultimate game of last season as Damien Duff’s Reds had to settle for a point from a game they dominated. FULL MATCH DETAILS With three teenagers - Elicha Ahui, Ben Curtis, and Freddie Draper - making their competitive debuts for the club, Drogheda started brightly forcing two corners inside the opening couple of minutes.
Cork's return spoiled as Bohs take the points
Cork City's promotion party came to a shuddering halt on Friday evening as their first game back in the Premier Division ended in a 2-1 defeat to Bohemians at a sold out Turner’s Cross. Declan Devine’s team were excellent on the night and they were rewarded for their performance with goals from Grant Horton and Jordan Flores. It was a dominating performance by the Gypsies, as they inflicted a culture shock onto a team that was celebrating its return after two years in the First Division.
Coombes' hat-trick helps Munster demolish Ospreys
Munster showed no mercy as Gavin Coombes' hat-trick of tries inspired a thumping 58-3 win over an off-colour Ospreys in their United Rugby Championship clash at Thomond Park. The hosts dominated a first half which saw each team have a player sin-binned, with Coombes, Malakai Fekitoa, Antoine Frisch and Joey Carbery all scoring tries to put Munster 27-3 up.
Burns elected GAA president after emphatic victory
Jarlath Burns has been elected the 41st president of the GAA after an emphatic victory at the 2023 Congress in Croke Park. The former Armagh captain, who was runner up to Larry McCarthy in 2020, was elected on the first count. Burns claimed 158 votes, well clear of the two other candidates, Offaly's Pat Teehan (70) and GAA World Chair Niall Erskine (49). The secondary school principal easily passed the benchmark of 139.
Behan magic denies Dundalk opening night win
A stunning 77th minute free kick from Ciaran Behan saw UCD deny Dundalk an opening day victory at Oriel Park. Despite seeing his side miss a penalty 10 minutes earlier, Stephen O'Donnell’s side looked to be on course for victory when John Martin fired them in front in the first half.
Redmond snatches late Pat's leveller to frustrate Derry
A dogged St Patrick's Athletic snatched an unlikely point, leaving Derry City demoralised, at a heaving Richmond Park. FULL MATCH DETAILS A slow burner before 4,789 fans came to life in the second quarter, in which Jordan McEneff's goal was enough to separate the sides - until the final minute, when Joe Redmond showed predatory instincts from a matter of yards.
Ireland's T20 World Cup hopes ended by West Indies
A record-breaking batting innings, spearheaded by Orla Prendergast's half-century, proved not quite enough for Ireland as West Indies captain Hayley Matthews guided her side home by six wickets in pursuit of 138. With both teams having lost their opening two games, the meeting was a must-win clash for either side, yet despite Orla Prendergast's half-century helping set the Windies a target of 138, captain Matthews was able to steer her side home.
Man United receive bid from Qatari banker Al Thani
A Qatari consortium led by Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani has submitted a bid to buy Manchester United. The Qataris are the second group, after boyhood United fan Sir Jim Ratcliffe, to confirm a bid ahead of Friday's soft deadline of 10pm. A statement confirmed: "Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani today confirmed his submission of a bid for 100 per cent of Manchester United Football Club.
Welsh whitewash for Rocket in quarter-final humbling
Ronnie O'Sullivan suffered an humiliating 5-0 whitewash by China’s Tian Pengfei in the quarter-finals of the Welsh Open in Llandudno. The world number one and four-time previous winner was crushed by the world number 49, who fired four half-centuries to reach the first ranking semi-final of his career. O’Sullivan, whose defeat means he now cannot qualify for next week’s Players’ Championship in Wolverhampton, had problems with his cue tip throughout the tournament, but refused to make any excuses.
SSE Airtricity League Premier Division updates
"Shamrock Rovers will aim to maintain their decade of dominance as they look to make history by securing their fourth league title in a row. "Stephen Bradley's side roared into this century's Twenties with league success in 2020 and they have maintained that perfect vision throughout 2021 and 2022 to make it three in a row, matching the great Dundalk side of the recent Stephen Kenny era, who completed the feat from 2014 to 2016.
Fakir D'oudairies faces five rivals in Ascot Chase
Fakir D'oudairies will bid to become the first back-to-back winner of the Betfair Ascot Chase since Riverside Theatre in 2011 and 2012 when he returns to Berkshire for Ascot’s feature on Saturday. Joseph O’Brien’s eight-year-old saw off the persistent challenge of Two For Gold when triumphing 12 months ago and is sure to be popular once again in his quest for further Grade One success.
F1 clarifies law around drivers & political statements
Formula One's governing FIA has said drivers will be allowed to make political statements only in "exceptional" circumstances after seeking to clarify its contentious new law. The sporting federation recently updated its rules to prevent "political, religious or personal" remarks being made without prior approval.
Tiger Woods draws mixed response over tampon prank
Tiger Woods has received a mixed reaction after handing Justin Thomas a tampon after outdriving him during the Genesis Invitational. Woods, who was making his return to top-level action for the first time since July, could be seen handing the product to Thomas as they walked off the ninth tee in the first round. Thomas immediately threw it on the floor as Woods could be seen laughing as he put his arm around his playing partner. "If anyone tries to cancel Tiger over this we riot.
Spurs fan ordered to pay compensation to Ramsdale
A 35-year-old man has been ordered to pay compensation to Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale after assaulting him at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium at the end of the north London derby. Ramsdale, 24, was kicked in the back shortly after the Gunners beat Tottenham 2-0 in a Premier League match on 15 January. Joseph Watts pleaded guilty at Uxbridge Magistrates' Court to assault by beating, going on to an area adjacent to the playing area and throwing a missile on to a football playing area.
Maguire among the chasing pack at Saudi International
Leona Maguire carded an impressive second round 69 at the Aramco Saudi Ladies International, where India's Aditi Ashok holds a two-shot lead at the halfway stage on 13-under par. Maguire improved on her opening round 71, carding four birdies and a bogey and stands at four-under par and a tie for 22nd. FULL LEADERBOARD Stephanie Meadow will play no further part at Royal Greens Golf and Country Club after successive rounds of 77 saw her finish on 10-over par.
UK referees to trial use of body cameras
Referee body cameras will be trialled in four adult grassroots leagues in England, starting this weekend. The intention of the bodycam trial is to improve behaviour and respect from players and spectators towards officials. The English FA pilot is the first of its kind anywhere in the world, and comes after permission was granted by the game's lawmaking body, the International Football Association Board.
Klopp keen to use derby win as springboard
Jurgen Klopp hopes Liverpool can build on their encouraging derby victory in Saturday's "massive" clash with Newcastle. The Reds ended a four-game winless run in the Premier League in 2023 by defeating Everton 2-0 on Monday and another victory over Newcastle would be a major boost to their hopes of making a late charge into the top four. "It’s a massive game," said Klopp. "If we want to reach something this season, we have to chase everybody and especially the teams ahead of us in the table.
'Something has to change'
Dragons centre Jack Dixon has laid bare the stark reality faced by players and their families amid Welsh rugby's contracts freeze. Dixon is out of contract with his Newport-based regional team at the end of this season; he is among an estimated 70 to 100 Welsh professional players in the same boat.
All you need to know: Lidl National Football League
The race for coveted Lidl National Football League final slots will intensify over the busiest weekend of the season to date, with 16 games down for decision. Some big hitters are also looking anxiously over their shoulders as they aim to avoid relegation scraps and the picture at the top and bottom of the various divisions will become clearer by close of play on Sunday afternoon.
Canada wear 'enough is enough' T-shirts before US clash
Canada's women's team wore purple shirts displaying the words "enough is enough" as a protest ahead of their SheBelieves Cup match against the United States. Last week the Olympic champions - who will face the Republic of Ireland at this summer's World Cup - issued a statement complaining about the level of funding from Canada Soccer, with captain Christine Sinclair saying the team were going on strike over the matter.
Cabrera Bello overcomes wobble to take Thailand control
Spain's Rafa Cabrera Bello overcame falling foul of the iconic 17th hole at Amata Spring Country Club to claim the halfway lead in the Thailand Classic. FULL LEADERBOARD After starting from the 10th and making birdies on the 11th and 12th, Cabrera Bello ran up a double bogey on the 17th, which has an island green only accessible by boat, but responded with seven birdies in the next nine holes and covered his inward nine in just 30 shots.
Arteta challenges fairness of early kick-off rules
Mikel Arteta has called for the Premier League to offer all clubs the protection of not being forced to kick-off early on a Saturday having played on a Wednesday night. Champions League teams do not have to play in the 12.30pm slot on a Saturday if they have played in Europe on the Wednesday night. However, Arsenal will kick off at Villa Park just 63 hours after the full-time whistle blew in their 3-1 loss to title rivals Manchester City.
Scudamore announces shock retirement from the saddle
Tom Scudamore has announced his retirement from the saddle with immediate effect. The 40-year-old made the decision to call time on his riding career after being unseated from Ya Know Yaseff at Leicester on Thursday, with the fall prompting him to reassess the future. He told the Daily Mail: "I had a concussion 10 days ago and I have been concussed a few times in the past. At my age you have to be careful.
Irish 9s giving Munster trio something to chase
While the cats are away. Mike Prendergast says the exploits of Conor Murray and Craig Casey in the Six Nations can only inspire the rest of the Munster scrum-halves. The Ireland duo have combined to help Andy Farrell's side to back-to-back championship wins, with Murray starting and Casey coming on as a replacement against Wales and France, with Leinster's Jamison Gibson-Park sidelined.
GAA Congress 2023 - All You Need to Know
It's that time of year again, where the powers that be in the GAA propose changes to the rule book, review the year just gone and usher in a new president. I have a vague idea of GAA Congress works, but it’s a year since the last one, give me a little refresher. The GAA Congress is the supreme legislative body of the association, so the annual get together is primarily concerned with changes to the rule book. There is also a review of the year just gone, while a new president is ushered in.
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