Ex-Celtic star Anthony Stokes freed from prison halfway through five-month sentence for terrorising ex and her family
ROGUE footie star Anthony Stokes has been freed from prison halfway through a five-month sentence for terrorising his ex-girlfriend and her...
No principles, policies or passion… Natalie Elphicke and Keir Starmer’s Labour were made for each other
BY defecting to the Labour Party, Natalie Elphicke – the Tory MP who gives right-wing fruitcakes a bad name – finally reveals what abides in the...
Tyrone Under-20s headed to All-Ireland Final after easing past Roscommon
Tyrone blazed their way into the All-Ireland Under-20s Football Final when they overcame Roscommon by 3-18 to 3-8 at Kingspan Breffni, Cavan.
Brendan Rodgers’ Honest Rangers Post-Match Assessment
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers was frank in assessing the Hoops’ performance in the Glasgow derby despite a 2-1 win. Rodgers fairly spoke about how...
Former Sir Alex Ferguson signing pinpoints one legendary 'moment' that perfectly summed up 'intelligent' Roy Keane at Man Utd
Tim Howard believes that “one moment” perfectly ‘summed up’ former Manchester United teammate Roy Keane during the Irishman’s legendary spell at...
Bullish Brendan Rodgers blasts Celtic novice comments after downing Rangers - 'what is every manager doing if I am going through motions'
Northern Irishman hits back at Sutton’s claims as his team stand on brink of title
Brendan Rodgers blasts back at Celtic critics who treated him like a NOVICE as he takes swipe at Chris Sutton
Ex Hoops strike hero Sutton accused the Irishman of "going through the motions".
Northern Ireland international on the lookout for a new club as he's announced on released list
Experienced star becomes third NI international to be released following the end of the season
Ciarán Hinds: ‘I'm not very good at the glamorous side of the industry'
The actor, 71, on rubbing shoulders with Hollywood's finest, his Belfast upbringing – and why he's made a decision to work a bit less
I was the...
Irish League star delighted to mark 'biggest game of my career' with season-defining goal
Although there was never any external pressure or expectation placed on his shoulders, Calvin McCurry knew he was signed by Ballymena United to...
Stephen Kenny set to return to management with League of Ireland club
A member of staff has confirmed that talks are underway Stephen Kenny is set to make his return to management...
The post Stephen Kenny set to...
Brendan Rodgers Clarifies “Fun” Comments In Candid Interview
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has hit out at suggestions that he disrespected Rangers in the build-up to today’s match at Celtic Park Speaking...
Former Northern Ireland international 'gutted' as Doncaster Rovers miss out on League Two play-off final after Crewe defeat
Former Northern Ireland international Grant McCann was left “gutted” after his Doncaster Rovers side missed out on a League Two play-off final date...
Hibs plan to end nine months of injury hell for 'good player' hurt in freak training incident
The Irishman has not featured yet under current manager Montgomery
Declan Devine confident Glentoran can become 'formidable force' as he lays out expectations moving forward
Declan Devine remains confident that Glentoran can once again become a “formidable force” in the Irish League and has already started his “reset”...
What time and TV channel is Kerry v Meath on today in the All-Ireland Under-20 semi-final
Kerry and Meath will meet in a mouthwatering semi-final.
Championship Hitman Wants West Ham Move
Blackburn Rovers striker Sammie Szmodics has declared his die-hard West Ham fandom while enjoying a stellar season in the Championship. This has...
GALLERY: Every signing made by each Irish League Premiership club ahead of the 2024/25 season
The summer transfer window can be a manic one as teams all around the country look to strengthen and here you can keep up with every move that...
Cliftonville will go for title after historic Irish Cup win, says Barry Johnston
Cliftonville legend Barry Johnston says the club won't settle for one Irish Cup success — they will target a League title.
Former Rangers and Linfield defender Matthew Clarke reflects on Irish League memories ahead of 'exciting challenge' at Livingston
After spending 11 successful years at Linfield, Matthew Clarke admits “there was only one place I really wanted to go” having signed a two-year...
Aaron Donnelly insists Dundee ‘can do it’ in bid to keep Euro hopes alive at Hearts as he reveals benefits of Gaelic football background
The Northern Ireland U/21 international is determined to finish his loan spell on a high.
Football previews: Dublin and Armagh can complete the All-Ireland draw as provincial champions
The Tailteann Cup is up and running with home sides overwhelmingly favoured for the first round of matches
On This Day (11th May 2008): Sunderland end the season with a defeat to Arsenal!
Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty ImagesRoy Keane had accused his Sunderland side of downing tools after securing survival, and things were rounded off...
Former Irish League star to return to Liverpool as technical director
Former Irish League player Julian Ward is making a surprise return to Liverpool.
‘This happens too often’ – Ex-Celtic boss Neil Lennon has tyres SLASHED on eve of Old Firm derby against Rangers
FORMER Celtic boss Neil Lennon has had his car tyres slashed – on the eve of the Old Firm derby.
Lennon, 52, also revealed that it’s NOT the...
Maxwell remains Brickies boss
Ryan Maxwell is staying as Sittingbourne manager, performing a u-turn just a week after he announced that he was leaving the Brickies. The...
New training centre venue will be biggest call Irish FA's ever made: Conrad Kirkwood
President Conrad Kirkwood believes that the call on where to build Northern Ireland football's proposed new training centre will be the biggest...
Conrad Kirkwood thanks ‘football family' for support during cancer treatment
Irish FA President Conrad Kirkwood underwent five rounds of chemotherapy and 30 rounds of radiotherapy after discovering he had tonsil cancer...
Irish FA President admits he still doesn't know where the money is coming from to build new Casement Park
Despite a frustrating year of dither and delay, Irish FA President Conrad Kirkwood remains cautiously optimistic that Casement Park will be built...
Scotland's FootGolfers bidding for Four Nations success as they head south to face England, Wales and Ireland
Captain David Stewart says his side are focused on trying to win the trophy - but he knows how difficult a task it will be.
As it happened: St Pat’s hold Shamrock Rovers in Dublin derby thriller
Keep up to date on all of tonight’s League of Ireland action with some huge games in both the Premier and First Division.
This is a period of absolute mayhem for Irish League managers, they'll be on the phone every day
Welcome to the most pressurised time of the year for managers.
This is a period of absolute mayhem for Irish Premiership managers, they'll be on the phone everyday on holiday
Welcome to the most pressurised time of the year for managers.
Experience Matters: “Celtic have been in this situation before,” Aiden McGeady
Aiden McGeady reckons that the onus is on theRangers in the Glasgow Derby to take the game to Celtic in order to keep their title chances alive....
League of Ireland – Tonight’s Premier and First Division action
Keep up to date on all of tonight’s League of Ireland action with some huge games in both the Premier and First Division.
Man Utd flops are stealing a living but are worst coached team in Premier League, blasts former MOTD pundit
LIVERPOOL legend Mark Lawrenson insists some Manchester United players have been so poor they are “stealing a living”.
United have endured a...
Ex-Premier League star in line to beat his former boss to bizarre managerial comeback
MARTIN O’NEILL is reportedly set to be beaten to a new managerial job by one of his former players.
The Northern Irishman had been linked with...
I feel now is the right time for me to pass on the armband, says Marissa Callaghan as she steps away from captaincy role of the Northern Ireland senior women’s team
Marissa Callaghan has stepped away from her role as captain of the Northern Ireland senior women’s team.
Inside Conor McGregor's business empire as he adds fight promotion to pub portfolio, $600M whiskey business and ‘revolutionary' app
Conor McGregor is a massive MMA star but it's his business acumen that has made the Irishman one of the world's richest athletes.
The former...
‘Don’t get all excited’ – Roy Keane snaps at Ian Wright in heated row following Crystal Palace’s win over Manchester United
Roy Keane and Ian Wright were embroiled in a heated exchange as the duo clashed over Crystal Palace’s recent dismantling of Manchester United.
A...
Northern Ireland hero Marissa Callaghan confirms call to step down as captain
Northern Ireland stalwart Marissa Callaghan has confirmed she has stepped down from her role as captain of the senior international side with...
Double defensive boost for Cliftonville as Irish Cup winners bolster squad
Jim Magilton moves quickly to bring former Linfield and Newcastle United defender to Solitude
Brendan Rodgers slams reaction to his Celtic v Rangers ‘fun’ comments after Philippe Clement called them ‘disrespectful’
CELTIC boss Brendan Rodgers swears he never meant any disrespect towards Philippe Clement and Rangers when he said his team would “have some fun”...
'It’s been a privilege to play for such a special club' as Irish League star announces exit on social media
Linfield defender Daniel Finlayson has announced his exit from the Blues in a social media post.
Stuart Byrne column: It's time for LOI players to say 'enough is enough'
League of Ireland legend and Mirror Sport columnist Stuart Byrne has the final word every Friday
'If you can't keep improving, you're in the wrong game' - League of Ireland's record title winner still striving to be better
Premier Division leaders Shelbourne host Drogheda United at Tolka Park tonight
Dundalk’s English ‘keeper handed 10-match ban for anti-Irish slur
He now won’t be able available until late July Dundalk goalkeeper George Shelvey has been handed a 10-match ban for...
The post Dundalk’s English...
Stephen Robinson says St Mirren have plenty to do as Northern Irishman aims to guide the Buddies to European football next season
Stephen Robinson has stressed that St Mirren’s bid to reach European football is not complete as they prepare to host rivals Kilmarnock on Saturday.
Neil Lennon sees off old Celtic boss Martin O'Neill to take step towards bizarre managerial return in ROMANIA
The Irishman has been out of work since October 2022 when he left Cypriot side Omonia.
Celtic legend Neil Lennon’s talks over shock management return with European club
NEIL LENNON has held talks over a surprise return to management after entering into talks with Romanian club Rapid Bucharest.
The former Celtic...
Physical Roscommon will be a big challenge for Tyrone in All-Ireland U20 Semi-Final
Tyrone manager Paul Devlin is conscious that his side will face a difficult task when they go head to head with Roscommon in Saturday's All-Ireland...
RODGERS CURSE ON IBROX RIVALS
SIX Rangers managers have suffered the curse of Brendan Rodgers during the Irishman’s two stints as Celtic boss. Philippe Clement became the latest...
Simon Donnelly Jumps To Brendan Rodgers’ Defence
Former Celtic striker Simon Donnelly has jumped to the defence of Hoops gaffer Brendan Rodgers. The Irishman has received criticism throughout the...
The forgotten League of Ireland record that Stephen Bradley is closing in on
No manager has won more than five League titles this century but that could soon change.
Moment 80s kids TV favourite Timmy Mallett stunned by unique piece of Celtic history ahead of Rangers clash
CELTIC are a club with a global fanbase and connections all over the world.
They have showbiz fans too with the likes of Billy Connolly, Sir Rod...
Jorginho signs a new deal + summer midfield targets
Morning all. A very quick blog for you this morning because some semblance of summer appears to have arrived in Ireland, so I’m going to play some...
On This Day (10 May 2008): Aiden McGeady linked as Roy Keane declares, ‘I want to be excited!'
Photo by David Rogers/Getty ImagesRoy Keane was targeting British-based players with his estimated £45m summer transfer budget. Aiden McGeady was...
Daniel McDonnell: Shane Duffy difficulty highlights how blemish-free Séamus Coleman has lasted course
Séamus Coleman’s first victory in Everton colours was achieved alongside another young Irishman with dreams of going far in the game.
Shamrock Rovers’ €650k sponsorship to fund pro contracts for academy
Shamrock Rovers say they have signed the largest ever commercial sponsorship for a League of Ireland club after an agreement with Sharp Group that...
Find out your team's grade in Graham Luney's Irish Premiership end of term report card
The 2023-24 Irish League season finished in an explosion of colour, noise and the odd flare as Cliftonville won a first Irish Cup in 45 years and...
Queen of the South raid neighbours for new manager as SPFL's third longest-serving boss jumps ship
Lure of full-time football proved too strong for Irishman after long stint at Galabank
PHOTO SPECIAL: Trophy success for Northern Ireland's next generation of footballers
The Northern Ireland Boys’ Football Association-hosted Cup Finals Day in Lurgan offered a showcase to some of the most promising players in the...
Burnley not 'too pleased' about Millwall's comments of Michael Obafemi discipline issue, says Vincent Kompany
Republic of Ireland striker omitted from Lions squad who beat Swansea
Derry footballer charged with drink driving after crash days before club's promotion play-off
Ireland international Shane Duffy will appear in court in July to face drink-driving charges after an incident which occurred just days before...
Peter Murphy set for Queen of the South appointment as Doonhamers move swiftly to replace Marvin Bartley
Irishman led Annan Athletic to their highest ever finish this season and is set to take over at Palmerston.
Dundalk goalkeeper George Shelvey gets 10-game ban for aiming ‘Irish c***' slur at referee
Club says English player ‘did not, at first, comprehend the discriminatory aspect of his words'
Norwich City defender arrested just days before crucial promotion playoff match
Norwich City defender Shane Duffy has found himself in hot water just days before the club’s crucial promotion playoff match after being arrested...
Celtic announce double contract renewal as Bhoys build for the future
Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is continuing to establish his vision at Parkhead since returning north of the border last summer. In addition to the...
Dundalk goalkeeper George Shelvey accepts 10-game ban after ‘Irish c**t’ slur at match official
Dundalk say that their goalkeeper George Shelvey “regrets” his use of discriminatory language after he was hit with a 10-game ban by the FAI.
Celtic tie down two promising starlets on contract extensions as Brendan Rodgers looks to the future
CELTIC have confirmed that two highly-rated young players have signed new deals with the club this week.
Both stars have pledged their futures...
PHOTO SPECIAL: Celebrations across Northern Ireland Boys’ Football Association finals day
The Northern Ireland Boys’ Football Association-hosted Cup Finals Day in Lurgan offered a showcase to some of the most promising players in the...
Dundalk goalkeeper handed ten-game ban for comments made towards match official in Drogheda United clash
DUNDALK goalkeeper George Shelvey has been hit with a ten-game ban for racist or discriminatory language towards a match official.
Shelvey was...
A New Job for Moyes?
David Moyes, the soon to depart manager of West Ham United, is being touted as a potential candidate for the vacant Republic of Ireland manager...
Reports: Former Irish League youngster in talks to sign new deal at Championship-bound Derby County
With more Irish League youngsters set to make a move across the water this summer, one that is already there is reportedly on the brink of signing...
Conflicting report emerges on Celtic interest in Scottish Premiership star
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers will have scoping out new arrivals in his thoughts this summer once the campaign ends. The Irishman has also been...
League of Ireland player hit with 10-game suspension
Dundalk goalkeeper George Shelvey is the player in the firing line but can appeal the decision
Derry footballer charged with drink driving after crash days before club's promotion playoff
Ireland international Shane Duffy will appear in court in July to face drink-driving charges after an incident which occurred just days before...
Ireland star Shane Duffy charged with drink driving after crash days before promotion playoff
Ireland international Shane Duffy will appear in court in July to face drink-driving charges after an incident which occurred just days before...
Republic of Ireland star Shane Duffy reportedly charged with drink-driving following crash
The Ireland international was reportedly arrested on Monday night.
Norwich defender Shane Duffy arrested and charged with drink-driving after two-vehicle smash
NORWICH star Shane Duffy has been charged with drink driving.
The former Premier League star is due to appear before magistrates in Norwich in...
Such special memories – Ireland legend overcome after seeing Jack Charlton tribute to mark his birthday
WEDNESDAY would have been Jack Charlton’s 89th birthday and as such, he was fondly remembered throughout the day.
He holds a special place in the...
Republic of Ireland star Shane Duffy charged with drink-driving after crash
Derry-born Norwich City footballer set to appear in court in July
Irish Junior Cup final: Enniskillen Rangers appeal successful but Windsor Park venue off the table
The club were thrown out of the blue-riband competition after an ineligible player was present for their semi-final win, but did not take part in...
Dixon agrees pro terms with City
England youth international commits long-term future to Stoke City
17-year-old agrees to sign three-year contact with the Potters
Centre back...
Premier League manager backed as ‘perfect’ candidate for Ireland job
The outgoing West Ham boss David Moyes will begin a role as a commentator with Talksport after leaving West Ham....
The post Premier League manager...
Rangers hero Scott Arfield gives Ibrox legend and Wag VIP tour of USA as fans say ‘I wish I was pals with them’
FOOTBALLER, singer, musician – Scott Arfield’s talents are well documented.
But the former Falkirk and Rangers star could add another string to...
Ex-Premiership ace admits captaining club to Irish League promotion 'means so much'
Former Dungannon Swifts and Loughgall striker Conor Mullen admits leading Armagh City back to the Championship “means so much” after the Holm Park...