https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comThu, 28 May 2026 22:19:58 +0100Examiner GroupIreland's premier breaking news website providing up to the minute news and sports reports. With e-mail news releases following breaking stories throughout the day.https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853372.htmlIreland edge Qatar on night of protests, red cards and debuts2026-05-28T22:11:00+01:002026-05-28T22:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Nathan Collins has developed into a man mountain of the team since making his debut against Qatar in 2021 and against the same opposition provided a footballing storyline to a night dominated by off-field matters.Nathan Collins has developed into a man mountain of the team since making his debut against Qatar in 2021 and against the same opposition provided a footballing storyline to a night dominated by off-field matters.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41853369.htmlCon O'Callaghan named to start as Dublin make two changes for Louth clash2026-05-28T21:59:00+01:002026-05-28T21:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Captain Con O’Callaghan and Greg McEneaney are named to start in place of Peadar Ó Cofaigh-Byrne and Theo Clancy.Captain Con O’Callaghan and Greg McEneaney are named to start in place of Peadar Ó Cofaigh-Byrne and Theo Clancy.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853345.htmlRed card ruins Jack Moylan's night but 45 minutes enough to suggest more in him2026-05-28T21:45:00+01:002026-05-28T21:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cruel doesn't cover it, but if Moylan’s night was ruined needlessly, then he had done more than enough to suggest we'll be seeing him again.Cruel doesn't cover it, but if Moylan’s night was ruined needlessly, then he had done more than enough to suggest we'll be seeing him again.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41853357.htmlPhilip Byrnes banned for 21 days and winner for father Charles disqualified2026-05-28T21:42:00+01:002026-05-28T21:42:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After a lengthy stewards’ inquiry, Marian Avenue was placed last, with the race being awarded to the Shark Hanlon-trained QaasidAfter a lengthy stewards’ inquiry, Marian Avenue was placed last, with the race being awarded to the Shark Hanlon-trained QaasidExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853336.htmlIreland dominated by New Zealand on day two2026-05-28T21:06:00+01:002026-05-28T21:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Follow-on enforced as Ireland battle to save Test against Black Caps at StormontFollow-on enforced as Ireland battle to save Test against Black Caps at StormontExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853333.htmlIreland's Aviva Stadium friendly with Qatar halted by protesters calling for boycott of Israel fixtures2026-05-28T20:50:00+01:002026-05-28T20:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tennis balls were thrown down onto the pitch from supporters, accompanied by chants of 'stop the game' and 'free Palestine'Tennis balls were thrown down onto the pitch from supporters, accompanied by chants of 'stop the game' and 'free Palestine'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853312.htmlRovers boss Bradley plots for St Pat's without starlet Ozhianvuna2026-05-28T20:31:00+01:002026-05-28T20:31:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Meanwhile, Sligo Rovers hope to have ex-Inter Milan tyro Kevin Zefi registered in time to face Bohemians.Meanwhile, Sligo Rovers hope to have ex-Inter Milan tyro Kevin Zefi registered in time to face Bohemians.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853306.htmlAthlone Town appoint Lily Agg as women’s head coach2026-05-28T19:56:00+01:002026-05-28T19:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/32-year-old Agg takes the reins at the back-to-back league champions after the departure of John Sullivan very early into the new season back in March.32-year-old Agg takes the reins at the back-to-back league champions after the departure of John Sullivan very early into the new season back in March.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853267.htmlArsenal owners promise to strengthen squad even if Champions League is won2026-05-28T18:48:00+01:002026-05-28T18:48:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Extending Mikel Arteta’s contract the ‘utmost priority’Extending Mikel Arteta’s contract the ‘utmost priority’Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853246.htmlPhoto gallery: Speed and smiles on show as 6,000 children enjoy Cork City Sports2026-05-28T18:10:00+01:002026-05-28T18:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Over 6,000 children took part in sprint and relay races at the annual Cork Primary Schools Sports at MTU on Thursday.Over 6,000 children took part in sprint and relay races at the annual Cork Primary Schools Sports at MTU on Thursday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41853183.htmlFennell laments 'crazy' inconsistency in treatment of Brennan and McGuinness2026-05-28T18:03:00+01:002026-05-28T18:03:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Former Dublin midfielder Eamon Fennell has questions about the GAA's disciplinary proceduresFormer Dublin midfielder Eamon Fennell has questions about the GAA's disciplinary proceduresExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853222.htmlSerena Williams poised for sensational tennis return at 442026-05-28T17:53:00+01:002026-05-28T17:53:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 23-time grand slam champion last appeared on court in New York in 2022The 23-time grand slam champion last appeared on court in New York in 2022Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853207.htmlIreland ready for stern test at World Rowing Cup in Spain2026-05-28T17:36:00+01:002026-05-28T17:36:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/17 Irish rowers will be among the athletes from 37 countries in Seville17 Irish rowers will be among the athletes from 37 countries in SevilleExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41852772.htmlClayton McMillan says Munster must meet Bulls head on: They like to impose their physicality on you2026-05-28T17:30:00+01:002026-05-28T17:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Huge challenge awaits in Saturday's URC quarter-final in South AfricaHuge challenge awaits in Saturday's URC quarter-final in South AfricaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41853189.htmlJames Owens to take charge of Cork-Limerick Munster SHC final2026-05-28T17:24:00+01:002026-05-28T17:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Wexford official was the man in the middle for Cork’s two-point Round 2 victory over Limerick in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on April 26.The Wexford official was the man in the middle for Cork’s two-point Round 2 victory over Limerick in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on April 26.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853291.htmlJannik Sinner denies heat was to blame for shock French Open exit2026-05-28T17:11:00+01:002026-05-28T17:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The world number one arrived in Paris as the most overwhelming title favourite since a prime Rafael Nadal.The world number one arrived in Paris as the most overwhelming title favourite since a prime Rafael Nadal.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853219.htmlHow soloist Kvaratskhelia became cog in relentless PSG machine2026-05-28T15:35:00+01:002026-05-28T15:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/PSG's Georgian magician Kvaratskhelia ready for another big European nightPSG's Georgian magician Kvaratskhelia ready for another big European nightExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853072.htmlJannik Sinner suffers stunning French Open exit as heat takes toll2026-05-28T14:57:00+01:002026-05-28T14:57:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The world number one looked to be cruising to victory over Argentinian Juan Manuel Cerundolo.The world number one looked to be cruising to victory over Argentinian Juan Manuel Cerundolo.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41852970.htmlReturning Sam Prendergast can give 'grieving' Leinster a boost2026-05-28T14:19:00+01:002026-05-28T14:19:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Leo Cullen: 'Even though he's 23 years of age, he has multiple Irish caps under his belt already... we all want to see him progress'Leo Cullen: 'Even though he's 23 years of age, he has multiple Irish caps under his belt already... we all want to see him progress'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852910.htmlSol Campbell interview: ‘PSG are favourites but sometimes you need a little luck’2026-05-28T13:37:00+01:002026-05-28T13:37:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Former England defender on why he walked out on Arsenal, their chances in the Champions League final and Tuchel wielding the axeFormer England defender on why he walked out on Arsenal, their chances in the Champions League final and Tuchel wielding the axeExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852517.htmlSéamus Coleman on Israel: 'We represent the people of Ireland. We have to take their opinion into account'2026-05-28T13:37:00+01:002026-05-28T13:37:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The FAI's consistent stance to fulfill the fixture in Dublin – releasing a statement rather than discussing its implications after the draw – hasn’t gone down well with players, if Séamus Coleman’s opinion is anything to go by.The FAI's consistent stance to fulfill the fixture in Dublin – releasing a statement rather than discussing its implications after the draw – hasn’t gone down well with players, if Séamus Coleman’s opinion is anything to go by.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41497835.htmlHow the new Gambling Bill will affect sports lottos and fundraisers2026-05-28T13:32:00+01:002026-05-28T13:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/There are implications for “Win A House”, “Win A Car” draws and possibly competitions like “Last Man Standing”.There are implications for “Win A House”, “Win A Car” draws and possibly competitions like “Last Man Standing”.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41852925.htmlGAA reluctant to host URC final in Croke Park2026-05-28T13:31:00+01:002026-05-28T13:31:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Contact had been made about the possibility of the game being played at GAA HQ on Saturday, June 20Contact had been made about the possibility of the game being played at GAA HQ on Saturday, June 20Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41852907.htmlThree Cork clubs host National Pitch and Putt Championships2026-05-28T13:15:00+01:002026-05-28T13:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Originating in Cork in the 1940s, the game has grown into a sport with genuine international reach where Irish players continue to dominateOriginating in Cork in the 1940s, the game has grown into a sport with genuine international reach where Irish players continue to dominateExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41852877.htmlMotorsport: Eamonn Kelly gearing up for Donegal International Rally2026-05-28T12:55:00+01:002026-05-28T12:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'I did two days with the Toyota team in Donegal last week, it was good to be involved and it was a very positive step''I did two days with the Toyota team in Donegal last week, it was good to be involved and it was a very positive step'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853078.htmlAnthony Gordon heading to Spain for Barcelona medical2026-05-28T12:52:00+01:002026-05-28T12:52:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/England forward Anthony Gordon is travelling to Spain as he closes in on a £69million (€79.5m) move from Newcastle to Barcelona.Gordon is heading to ...England forward Anthony Gordon is travelling to Spain as he closes in on a £69million (€79.5m) move from Newcastle to Barcelona.Gordon is heading to ...Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41852829.htmlLeinster and Connacht reveal teams for URC quarter-finals2026-05-28T12:15:00+01:002026-05-28T12:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/James Lowe will make his 100th Lesinter appearance, after equalling Shane Horgan's all-time try-scoring record in his last outingJames Lowe will make his 100th Lesinter appearance, after equalling Shane Horgan's all-time try-scoring record in his last outingExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41852802.htmlTiger Woods set to miss all four majors for the second successive year2026-05-28T11:39:00+01:002026-05-28T11:39:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Woods has not played competitively since the 2024 Open at Troon due to injury and medical procedures.Woods has not played competitively since the 2024 Open at Troon due to injury and medical procedures.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852793.htmlSteve Clarke signs four-year extension as Scotland head coach2026-05-28T11:34:00+01:002026-05-28T11:34:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Clarke has been handed a contract that takes him through to the end of the 2030 World Cup campaignClarke has been handed a contract that takes him through to the end of the 2030 World Cup campaignExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41852712.htmlCork City Marathon: Winner Evelyn Twomey returns as tailwalker, happy to go from first to last2026-05-28T10:18:00+01:002026-05-28T10:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Twomey won the women’s full marathon title at the 2025 Analog Devices Cork City MarathonTwomey won the women’s full marathon title at the 2025 Analog Devices Cork City MarathonExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41852694.htmlArena with Maurice Brosnan: How the two-pointer is changing Gaelic football2026-05-28T09:41:00+01:002026-05-28T09:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/On this week’s show, we’re joined by Galway footballer Robert Finnerty, Kildare Sports Performance coach Neil Welch, and Monaghan Sports Performance coach Paul Talty.On this week’s show, we’re joined by Galway footballer Robert Finnerty, Kildare Sports Performance coach Neil Welch, and Monaghan Sports Performance coach Paul Talty.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852664.htmlArsenal would eclipse the ‘Invincibles’ side with double win, says Martin Keown2026-05-28T08:00:00+01:002026-05-28T08:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Gunners look to win a first European Cup on Saturday. The Gunners look to win a first European Cup on Saturday. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41852352.htmlMarian Avenue can thrive over longer trip at Limerick2026-05-28T07:11:00+01:002026-05-28T07:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Earlier, Jessica Harington’s Milan mare Aruntothequeen might prove too strong for La Cote Fleurie in the Great National South Court Mares Maiden HurdleEarlier, Jessica Harington’s Milan mare Aruntothequeen might prove too strong for La Cote Fleurie in the Great National South Court Mares Maiden HurdleExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41852373.htmlAndrew Porter: 'It’s nearly like PTSD, the last few years'2026-05-28T07:05:00+01:002026-05-28T07:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Does it need saying again that this was Leinster’s fifth Champions Cup final defeat in just eight years? Porter has played in the last four, and in last season’s semi-final loss to Northampton Saints.Does it need saying again that this was Leinster’s fifth Champions Cup final defeat in just eight years? Porter has played in the last four, and in last season’s semi-final loss to Northampton Saints.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41852382.htmlWhy the Enhanced Games is doomed to fail quickly2026-05-28T06:59:00+01:002026-05-28T06:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/History tells us that whether it was East Germany in the ’70s and ’80s, or the death of too many cyclists from EPO in the ’90s and noughties, drugs in sport should never be normalised.History tells us that whether it was East Germany in the ’70s and ’80s, or the death of too many cyclists from EPO in the ’90s and noughties, drugs in sport should never be normalised.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41852532.html'Tweek' Griffin: 'Days like that, you remember those people who’d love and give anything to be there'2026-05-28T06:45:00+01:002026-05-28T06:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Christy Ring Cup they are attempting to reacquaint with this weekend held second-tier status 11 years ago. The Christy Ring Cup they are attempting to reacquaint with this weekend held second-tier status 11 years ago. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41852427.htmlLast four remains the aim for Rossies, insists Smith 2026-05-28T06:39:00+01:002026-05-28T06:39:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It's 35 years since the Rossies last reached that stage and despite losing their Round 1 tie to Tyrone last weekend, former forward Donie Smith is remaining optimistic.It's 35 years since the Rossies last reached that stage and despite losing their Round 1 tie to Tyrone last weekend, former forward Donie Smith is remaining optimistic.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41852358.htmlNew York hurlers' winter grind rewarded with Croke Park final2026-05-28T06:25:00+01:002026-05-28T06:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/New York's forward line for their Nickey Rackard Cup final against Tyrone will include Johnny Glynn, Bill Maher, and Seán O'Leary HayesNew York's forward line for their Nickey Rackard Cup final against Tyrone will include Johnny Glynn, Bill Maher, and Seán O'Leary HayesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41852355.htmlFanzones and skill challenges - calls to crank up the Cork Munster final matchday experience 2026-05-28T06:19:00+01:002026-05-28T06:19:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The June 7 provincial decider will be Cork’s first Munster SHC final on home soil since the redevelopment of Páirc Uí ChaoimhThe June 7 provincial decider will be Cork’s first Munster SHC final on home soil since the redevelopment of Páirc Uí ChaoimhExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852667.htmlOliver Glasner says Palace got ‘what they deserved’ after conference league win2026-05-28T06:01:00+01:002026-05-28T06:01:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Eagles beat Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in Leipzig to win the Conference League on Wednesday night. The Eagles beat Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in Leipzig to win the Conference League on Wednesday night. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41852562.htmlWexford trainer Nolan enjoys triple success 2026-05-28T05:08:00+01:002026-05-28T05:08:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Returning to the scene of his debut success in a maiden hurdle before being highly-tried, Sageborough bounced back to form when swooping on the run-in to foil front-runner Time Is A Thief.Returning to the scene of his debut success in a maiden hurdle before being highly-tried, Sageborough bounced back to form when swooping on the run-in to foil front-runner Time Is A Thief.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852550.htmlQatar provides ideal chance to shine ahead of Nations League campaign2026-05-28T03:00:00+01:002026-05-28T03:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Julen Lopetegui’s side sit four places ahead of Ireland at 55 in Fifa’s rankings.Julen Lopetegui’s side sit four places ahead of Ireland at 55 in Fifa’s rankings.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852538.htmlColeman not surprised 'respectful' Dewsbury-Hall has ruled out Ireland switch2026-05-28T03:00:00+01:002026-05-28T03:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Talk of the 27-year-old midfielder jumping ship intensified recently when he missed out on England’s World Cup squad but the player rubbished a social media post suggesting an upcoming move.Talk of the 27-year-old midfielder jumping ship intensified recently when he missed out on England’s World Cup squad but the player rubbished a social media post suggesting an upcoming move.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41852226.htmlMike Haley: When Munster's young lads get a chance, there's a burning desire to take it2026-05-28T01:00:00+01:002026-05-28T01:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Haley wants to ensure that when he's retired from rugby, he can look back fondly on games like this weekend's URC quarter-final against the BullsHaley wants to ensure that when he's retired from rugby, he can look back fondly on games like this weekend's URC quarter-final against the BullsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852589.htmlWharton and Mateta key as Crystal Palace capture Conference League crown2026-05-27T22:11:00+01:002026-05-27T22:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Adam Wharton was the best player on the Red Bull Arena pitch in Leipzig by some distance.Adam Wharton was the best player on the Red Bull Arena pitch in Leipzig by some distance.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852796.htmlChelsea will allow Enzo Fernandez to leave for £120m2026-05-27T21:49:00+01:002026-05-27T21:49:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The club are determined to turn a profit on a player they signed from BenficaThe club are determined to turn a profit on a player they signed from BenficaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852547.htmlAnthony Gordon to undergo medical at Barça before £69.3m move from Newcastle2026-05-27T21:42:00+01:002026-05-27T21:42:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/England winger flying out for medical on Thursday.England winger flying out for medical on Thursday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41852559.htmlNew Zealand take charge of first test against Ireland2026-05-27T20:54:00+01:002026-05-27T20:54:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ravindra and Blundell compiled centuries at StormontRavindra and Blundell compiled centuries at StormontExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852481.htmlArteta ready to take final step on Arsenal’s 20-year journey to redemption2026-05-27T18:05:00+01:002026-05-27T18:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The overwhelming memory of the 2006 Champions League final for those at the club at the time is profound frustration The overwhelming memory of the 2006 Champions League final for those at the club at the time is profound frustration Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41852394.htmlMunster forwards coach Alex Codling to leave for Top 14 2026-05-27T16:10:00+01:002026-05-27T16:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Codling said it was an "incredibly tough decision" to leave MunsterCodling said it was an "incredibly tough decision" to leave MunsterExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41852343.htmlIn pictures: Sciath na Scol delight in Páirc Uí Chaoimh sunshine2026-05-27T15:06:00+01:002026-05-27T15:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/No shortage of talent as well as cheer at Supervalu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Wednesday.No shortage of talent as well as cheer at Supervalu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Wednesday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852295.htmlMichael O’Neill signs four-year contract extension with Northern Ireland, calls up Arsenal prospect2026-05-27T14:20:00+01:002026-05-27T14:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/O’Neill has committed himself to the Irish Football Association on fresh terms that run until 2032.O’Neill has committed himself to the Irish Football Association on fresh terms that run until 2032.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852271.htmlManchester United closing in on the signing of Atalanta midfielder Ederson2026-05-27T13:48:00+01:002026-05-27T13:48:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Red Devils are not wasting any time preparing for their Champions League return under Michael CarrickThe Red Devils are not wasting any time preparing for their Champions League return under Michael CarrickExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41852274.html'It has been dealt with': Kerry ready to move on from Donegal controversy2026-05-27T13:17:00+01:002026-05-27T13:17:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Kerry Senior Hurling Championship will get underway on June 19 when reigning champions Abbeydorney face Tralee ParnellsThe Kerry Senior Hurling Championship will get underway on June 19 when reigning champions Abbeydorney face Tralee ParnellsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852214.htmlJaden Umeh and Mason Melia to be kept in reserve for Ireland's friendly against Qatar2026-05-27T12:18:00+01:002026-05-27T12:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Séamus Coleman will lead the team out for the first time since he confirmed his departure from Everton after 17 years.Séamus Coleman will lead the team out for the first time since he confirmed his departure from Everton after 17 years.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852121.htmlWatch: Séamus Coleman confirms prolonging Ireland career was behind Everton exit2026-05-27T11:48:00+01:002026-05-27T11:48:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/"As soon as that carrot of Ireland was dangled in front of me that became a massive factor in my decision," he said on Wednesday morning."As soon as that carrot of Ireland was dangled in front of me that became a massive factor in my decision," he said on Wednesday morning.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/arid-41852193.htmlJo Yapp appointed head coach for British and Irish Lions women’s team2026-05-27T11:34:00+01:002026-05-27T11:34:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The former Red Roses captain currently acts as head of women’s pathway for England RugbyThe former Red Roses captain currently acts as head of women’s pathway for England RugbyExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852166.htmlArsenal 'fully convinced' they can make history in Champions League final2026-05-27T11:09:00+01:002026-05-27T11:09:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Mikel Arteta was named Premier League manager of the year at at the League Managers Association’s annual awardsMikel Arteta was named Premier League manager of the year at at the League Managers Association’s annual awardsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41851884.htmlMaurice Brosnan: Four big questions for Kerry and Donegal if they meet again2026-05-27T11:00:00+01:002026-05-27T11:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Meath made a mess of their advantage against Cork, why referees could change their positioning on the pitch, Rob Finnerty going another level for Galway, and more in this week's football championship observationsMeath made a mess of their advantage against Cork, why referees could change their positioning on the pitch, Rob Finnerty going another level for Galway, and more in this week's football championship observationsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852133.htmlCeltic keeper Kasper Schmeichel forced to retire due to serious shoulder injury2026-05-27T10:32:00+01:002026-05-27T10:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Several surgeons have told the Denmark international his career as a professional footballer is over due to a shoulder injurySeveral surgeons have told the Denmark international his career as a professional footballer is over due to a shoulder injuryExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/