“It didn’t feel like football, if I’m going to be honest” England manager Phil Neville was livid at what he saw was the unsporting behaviour of the Cameroon team during his side’s World Cup victory. England beat Cameroon 3-0 in Valenciennes but the game was overshadowed by constant interference from the VAR (Video Assistant Referee) […]

7 years ago

Home is Brooklyn, but Ireland is in her upbringing and in her heart Heather Hardy has never been to her ancestral home, but she is itching to get over and put on a show for fight fans. Boxing or MMA, she cares not. On the latest episode of TKO, Hardy joined Chris Lloyd and Carl […]

7 years ago

This was a player Jose Mourinho raved about last season The footballing world is keenly aware of Manchester United’s desperation to strengthen the centre of their defence. This could be the reason why Issa Diop may be about to make West Ham a packet. The French defender was signed by The Hammers for a club […]

7 years ago

Tyson Fury took another giant stride towards cementing his legacy as one of the biggest names in heavyweight boxing Tyson Fury confessed to concerns over ‘ring rust’ as he headed into his 29th professional fight on Saturday against previously-undefeated Tom Schwarz, but he won at a canter, picking up the TKO in round two. Boxing, […]

7 years ago

“95% of fighters would have pulled out of this fight” Dillon Danis took 117 seconds to win on his Bellator debut, back in April 2018. 14 months later and Danis was finally back at it. Harshly suspended seven months for fighting back, at UFC 229, after Khabib Nurmagomedov plunged off an Octagon and towards him, […]

7 years ago

‘The Eagle’ is a Real Madrid fan, but he likes Liverpool’s style Khabib Nurmagomedov was in London this week to help promote UFC 242, which takes place in Abu Dhabi this September. Nurmagomedov will put his 155lbs belt on the line and face off against interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier at the pay-per-view event. He […]

7 years ago

“Size doesn’t really matter. To me, just f***ing do it!” You’ve got to hand it to Dillon Danis. He backs himself to the hilt. The New Jersey native is now 2-0 in professional Mixed Martial Arts after an impressive submission win at Bellator 222. With the Toronto Raptors now the NBA champions, The Drake Curse […]

7 years ago

“To do all that hard work over the first 12 holes, and then to lose it in two holes was disappointing.” Rory McIlroy was ominously positioned for a surge to the top of the US Open leaderboard, at Pebble Beach, until he was almost derailed by two holes on the back nine. The world number […]

7 years ago

Manchester United’s starting XI for the first game of the 2019/20 season could look dramatically different. Daniel James is the first new face to arrive at Old Trafford this (grey) summer while Antonio Valencia and Ander Herrera have moved on. That is only suspected to be the beginning of a period of significant upheaval. Man United […]

7 years ago

You get the feeling that these two men will meet again, but there will be a slew of trash-talk beforehand If you thought UFC 229 settled the beef between Khabin Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor, you were wrong. In fairness, the fact that their title fight – won by the Dagestani – ended with a mass […]

7 years ago

It was an announcement that most had seen coming On Wednesday morning, confirming what has long being speculated, the British & Irish Lions announced Warren Gatland as Lions head coach. The New Zealander, who in March led Wales to a third Grand Slam in his tenure there, will lead the Lions on the 2021 tour […]

7 years ago

The Atletico Madrid goalkeeper was a boyhood fan of Manchester United Jan Oblak could be coming to the Premier League this summer, and he is said to favour a move to Old Trafford. On Monday morning, one tabloid ran with a story claiming David De Gea could leave United, with Paris Saint-Germain said to be […]

7 years ago

By God, he throttled that course and the entire chasing pack. When Rory McIlroy is in the zone, very few golfers in the world can live with him. In Hamilton, Ontario – in the final round of the RBC Canadian Open – McIlroy was in the zone and playing golf like he was lording it […]

7 years ago

The Irish had taken the scalp of the English and the Ducth Peter Wright and Gary Anderson defeated Ireland in the final of the darts World Cup on Sunday evening, after the Irish had defeated tournament favourites England and the Netherlands. The final started perfectly for the Irish as Steve Lennon beat Gary Anderson 4-2 […]

7 years ago

‘El Cucuy’ believes his next UFC fight should be for the lightweight title he has strived towards over the past decade UFC 238 had two title fights on its main card, in Chicago, but many MMA fans were tracking the event to see Tony Ferguson throw down with Donald Cerrone. Ferguson is a joy to […]

7 years ago

“I apologise but, you know me guys, I don’t quit.” As the boos subsided, in Chicago, Donald Cerrone and Tony Ferguson both apologised to fans for the manner in which their ‘Fight of the Night’ was stopped. Both men threw everything into their lightweight fight, at UFC 238, as they sought to gain a shot […]

7 years ago

It is a common suggestion from people Every time the Women’s World Cup rolled around, Hope Solo gritted her teeth and endured it. Now that the former USA goalkeeper has retired, she is on the offensive. Due to the size differences between male and female players, generally speaking, it has long been contested by some […]

7 years ago

A late Shane Duffy goal prevented another Irish defeat to Denmark James McClean did not have his best outing for Ireland in Copenhagen on Friday but he still managed to play his part in a couple of good attacking moments and pop up for two of his side’s best scoring chances. Ireland’s goal may have […]

7 years ago

Who wants a summer transfer saga? If Manchester United are to enter the summer transfer market, using Paul Pogba as their biggest bargaining chip, they have to use him wisely. If he does leave over the summer, the final image of Paul Pogba’s second spell at Manchester United would be the World Cup winner standing […]

7 years ago

“There’s nothing for me there. I already did everything, beat everybody. I feel I’m the king of that division anyways” Three years after his last fight in the UFC, Nate Diaz is back. The Stockton native will take on Anthony Pettis in August and it will be in the division he feels much more comfortable […]

7 years ago

What’s next? As the Liverpool victory parade negotiated its way through a throng of red, in their hometown, former Reds Jason McAteer and Ronnie Whelan reflected on the club’s sixth European Cup triumph. Liverpool transfers were not far from their thoughts, however. The live LFC broadcast rolled on their Facebook page for almost four hours […]

7 years ago

Back in 2012, Liverpool wanted to swap Jordan Henderson for Fulham’s Clint Dempsey. On Saturday night, at the Wanda Metropolitano in Madrid, Henderson raised Liverpool’s sixth European Cup in the storied history of the Merseyside club. Henderson captained Liverpool in last season’s Champions League final and was on the losing side. Thanks to goals from Mo […]

7 years ago

Klopp was in a predictably playful mood Jurgen Klopp was answering questions from English, Spanish, German and Norwegian journalists in his post-match press conference so the attempted joke could have been lost in translation. Klopp spoke with the press for a little over 12 minutes before Champions League final man of the match freed him […]

7 years ago

“You can’t say robbery. That’s a bit of a strong word.” Katie Taylor is the undisputed lightweight champion of the world but there are many out there disputing that title. The Bray native won the WBO belt off Belgium’s Delfine Persoon to add to the three she has collected over the past 18 months. The […]

7 years ago

The upbeat, beaming front was put to one side as the reality of his achievement began to sink in Stretching back to 2012, with Dortmund and then Liverpool, Jurgen Klopp had lost six finals in a row. That included losing Champions League finals to Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. The German joked, before Saturday’s Champions […]

7 years ago

Harsh business sometimes Aston Villa are back in the Premier League after three seasons out of the big time. Villa defeated Derby County in the Championship playoff final, on Monday, to return to the top flight of English football. The club were in mid-table at the turn of the year but the appointment of Dean […]

7 years ago

The talking is done. The seats have been sold. The appetite has been whetted At Madison Square Garden, in the early hours of Sunday morning, Ireland’s Katie Taylor will fight for the WBC lightweight belt that is currently in the possession of Dutch star Delfine Persoon. The Bray native, who is seeking to become the […]

7 years ago

James McClean is disgusted at the English FA for what sees as double standards and their failure to properly address a problem unless it is highlighted in the media Back in November, James McClean was targeted with vile abuse by a section of the Middlesbrough crowd during a Championship game with Stoke after his refusal […]

7 years ago

Getting that red bib can only mean one thing – a world of pain Ahead of Ireland’s 2011 World Cup victory over Australia, Shane Jennings famously imitated Wallabies turnover machine David Pocock to help his side prepare for all-out war at the breakdown. Seven years ago, as Leinster steeled themselves for a Champions Cup semi-final […]

7 years ago

66 minutes into the Guinness PRO14 final and a huge moment in the game Leinster were 18-10 ahead but Glasgow Warriors had just turned the ball over after surviving a storm. Glasgow made a clearing kick and Rob Kearney chased back before pumping an up-and-under back into the opposition half. Up soared Stuart Hogg, not […]

7 years ago

GLASGOW 15-18 LEINSTER Leinster were fortunate to end with 14 men but were deserving winners of the 2018/19 Guinness PRO14 final at Celtic Park Tries from Garry Ringrose and Cian Healy, with Johnny Sexton kicking eight points, saw off Glasgow Warriors in front of 47,000 fans in their hometown. Leinster missed the chance to take […]

7 years ago

One deal is almost over the line while the other two will take some haggling It appears that we will see Manchester United move in a new transfer direction over the summer. The days of big-money splurges and hefty pay deals may be a thing of the past. United, who reached the Champions League quarter […]

7 years ago

The revolution starts now. Tough luck, Brighton Many Manchester United supporters will feel their club is in serious need of a squad and behind-the-scenes overhaul this summer. Ander Herrera and Antonio Valencia are leaving the club and more big names are expected to follow. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be given funds to refresh his squad, […]

7 years ago

Manchester United have reportedly landed their first signing of many this summer, Daniel James from Swansea City in a deal worth around £15m

7 years ago

Right now, the Manchester United squad has four players that could fetch a decent price Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is taking a few weeks off after his first five months in the Manchester United job. The club were floundering when he took over from Jose Mourinho before they went on an impressive winning run. The season […]

7 years ago

“If you want to go fast, focus on attacking. If you want to go far, focus on defending.” Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is determined to get his Manchester United squad super fit over the summer, but he would do well to focus on another area that is killing them. This summer, more than ever, United transfers […]

7 years ago

“In my experience, he’s the most understated but successful Premiership coach.” Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall is one of the best rugby tacticians and organisers in Europe but has never seriously been in the Ireland conversation. That path may never be trod, but McCall is the outstanding candidate to take over from England head […]

7 years ago

After seeing that feeble, grim 2-0 surrender to relegated Cardiff City, on the last day of the season, some fans would be forgiven for seeking a clean slate After Man United had suffered their eighth loss in 12 matches, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer spoke with Sky Sports and sounded like a man in need of a […]

7 years ago

LEINSTER 10-20 SARACENS Saracens are the 2018/19 champions of Europe, and no-one in Newcastle is arguing that they were full value for their victory Billy Vunipola, Will Skelton, Brad Barritt and Liam Williams were all superb for the English side but Leinster will look back and rue a poor decision right before half-time that cost […]

7 years ago

“I remember when I was a kid, in the stands. I was speechless then and I’m still speechless now” Trent Alexander-Arnold is Liverpool through and through. Up until recently, the right-back was still living at home with his mum. The 20-year-old was already well established in the Liverpool squad and had made his England debut, […]

7 years ago

For reference, Pique had his hands on his bloody knees “Fuck off Suarez!” rang out across Anfield and, still in shock after the game, the former Liverpool striker complied. Luis Suarez was up to his old antics in the second leg of Barcelona’s Champions League semi-final against Liverpool on Tuesday and many of his former, […]

7 years ago

“You come to our games now and there are so many young girls that are playing or who want to get involved.” Women’s sport is on a heady upward curve at present. Performance and skill levels are increasing, there is greater investment, media coverage and fan involvement in a whole range of sports. England won […]

7 years ago

Jack Carty could well have been lining out for Southampton with Shane Long at the weekend. Instead, he’s preparing for knock-out rugby up in Belfast. Modest enough as he may be, Jack Carty was a triple threat growing up. Carty played minor football for his county, Roscommon, and was only denied an All-Ireland by an […]

7 years ago

Between these 10 players, they have missed 150 decent goalscoring chances With a couple of full rounds of Premier League fixtures to be played, this season, 28 players have scored 10 goals or more. Mo Salah, Sergio Aguero and Sadio Mane are duking it out for the golden boot but that race could have been […]

7 years ago

“Nails! Would knock ****ing s**t outta ya!” The calls had been strong to get Joe Marler back. Those calls were heeded, and Marler produced the goods again. The Harlequins star joined host Alex Payne and former England captain Mike Tindall on JOE UK’s House of Rugby and was as combative, testing and compelling as his show debut. […]

7 years ago

Manchester United have been linked with a surprise move for Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish, who has inspired the Midlands club’s promotion push

7 years ago

The Liverpool boss was not having a bar of it Jurgen Klopp acted swiftly on Friday night to assure Liverpool fans that Roberto Firmino’s season was not over and, while he was at it, he cut down a rumour about his relationship with star forward Mohamed Salah. Klopp was speaking with the BBC after his […]

7 years ago

Manchester United were humiliated at Goodison Park on Sunday Nemanja Matic received a rating of 0/10 from Manchester Evening News following his side’s 4-0 loss to Everton. In his assessment of the Serbian’s performance in the Manchester United midfield, Samuel Luckhurst wrote: ‘Played as though quick sand was beneath the pitch. Pedestrian throughout.’ Following the […]

7 years ago

Saracens star Billy Vunipola was subject to some heckling from fans during the Champions Cup semi final and he gave something back near the end.

7 years ago

“It’s been Liverpool TV for the past month!” Between now and Sunday, April 28, Manchester United have four games that could yet define their season. Gary Neville is convinced they have to play it smart with their squad. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s initial bump has plateaued but the winning streak he was responsible for has got […]

7 years ago