https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comFri, 05 Jun 2026 08:07:55 +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/gaa/arid-41856909.htmlMark Coleman on Cork's defensive improvement: It all starts in the forward line...2026-06-05T07:12:00+01:002026-06-05T07:12:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 3-84 Cork conceded across their four round-robin outings is well down on the corresponding 7-93 figure of 12 months ago. That’s a reduction by around 0-5 per gameThe 3-84 Cork conceded across their four round-robin outings is well down on the corresponding 7-93 figure of 12 months ago. That’s a reduction by around 0-5 per gameExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856819.htmlNiall Ó Ceallacháin embracing Leinster final with Galway: Dublin hurling needs big days like this2026-06-05T07:05:00+01:002026-06-05T07:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'We've often said it openly, and don't want to shy away from it, we've had big results on certain weeks and then haven't followed through...''We've often said it openly, and don't want to shy away from it, we've had big results on certain weeks and then haven't followed through...'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856963.htmlPatrick Horgan: Moment of brilliance or a mistake is all that will separate Cork and Limerick2026-06-05T06:49:00+01:002026-06-05T06:49:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cork had enough to overcome 14-man Limerick in the round-robin, but John Kiely's Limerick will be as hungry as ever to come down and lift silverware on Ben O'Connor and Cork's patch.Cork had enough to overcome 14-man Limerick in the round-robin, but John Kiely's Limerick will be as hungry as ever to come down and lift silverware on Ben O'Connor and Cork's patch.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41857017.htmlHow John Kiely and his Limerick troops keep their cool2026-06-05T06:48:00+01:002026-06-05T06:48:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The environment is “as professional as possible”, but it also has to be relaxed and enjoyable for the players.The environment is “as professional as possible”, but it also has to be relaxed and enjoyable for the players.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856906.htmlDerek McGrath: Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise2026-06-05T06:34:00+01:002026-06-05T06:34:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Whoever comes out on top at Páirc Ui Chaoimh, expect Cork and Limerick to meet again this summer.Whoever comes out on top at Páirc Ui Chaoimh, expect Cork and Limerick to meet again this summer.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41857014.htmlMotorsport: Long-running saga may have finally reached a conclusion2026-06-05T06:33:00+01:002026-06-05T06:33:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It’s a concerning time in Irish motorsport when the use of inappropriate language by officials at any level to fellow officials is tolerated, surely, its unacceptable - in any context.It’s a concerning time in Irish motorsport when the use of inappropriate language by officials at any level to fellow officials is tolerated, surely, its unacceptable - in any context.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41857137.htmlJake O'Brien predicts bright future for Ireland's talented young players2026-06-05T06:00:00+01:002026-06-05T06:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'It’s crazy seeing players that young in the squad. They are young players but very good players' 'It’s crazy seeing players that young in the squad. They are young players but very good players' Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41857170.htmlCork crowd can push depleted Ireland to 'statement win' at Páirc Uí Chaoimh2026-06-05T03:00:00+01:002026-06-05T03:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/With everything to gain and nothing to lose, Ireland can afford to be quietly confident at Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Friday night. With everything to gain and nothing to lose, Ireland can afford to be quietly confident at Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Friday night. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41857119.htmlKatie McCabe takes social media break after Chelsea switch to concentrate on Ireland duty2026-06-05T03:00:00+01:002026-06-05T03:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Leaving Arsenal put Irish captain in the spotlight but her priority is Friday's clash with Netherlands at Páirc Uí ChaoimhLeaving Arsenal put Irish captain in the spotlight but her priority is Friday's clash with Netherlands at Páirc Uí ChaoimhExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41857209.htmlCork name unchanged team for Limerick fight as Rushe returns to Dublin fold for Leinster final2026-06-04T22:39:00+01:002026-06-04T22:39:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Meanwhile, Henry Shefflin is considered the firm favourite to replace Derek Lyng as Kilkenny senior hurling managerMeanwhile, Henry Shefflin is considered the firm favourite to replace Derek Lyng as Kilkenny senior hurling managerExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41857194.htmlEnglish sprints to second in Rome as Healy returns to action2026-06-04T21:35:00+01:002026-06-04T21:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/That was the second quickest time of English’s career behind the 1:43.37 he ran in Budapest last yearThat was the second quickest time of English’s career behind the 1:43.37 he ran in Budapest last yearExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41857185.htmlMcIlroy recovers from tee-shot woes to post under-par first round in Ohio2026-06-04T21:13:00+01:002026-06-04T21:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Shane Lowry shoots one under at Muirfield VillageShane Lowry shoots one under at Muirfield VillageExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41857179.htmlAidan O'Brien thrilled as Endorsement cruises to wide-margin success2026-06-04T21:01:00+01:002026-06-04T21:01:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Meanwhile, Ger Lyons followed-up his big-race double at the Curragh on Wednesday with a spectacular 249-1 treble, sparked when newcomer My Girl Grace challenged inside the final furlong to thwart Bang Bang in the median auction fillies' maidenMeanwhile, Ger Lyons followed-up his big-race double at the Curragh on Wednesday with a spectacular 249-1 treble, sparked when newcomer My Girl Grace challenged inside the final furlong to thwart Bang Bang in the median auction fillies' maidenExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41857176.html'Nasty' McCabe can be a hit at Chelsea, says Dutch captain2026-06-04T20:51:00+01:002026-06-04T20:51:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Janssen was a teammate of McCabe during the early stage of her spell at Arsenal, which has this week ended after a decade by her move to deadly rivals ChelseaJanssen was a teammate of McCabe during the early stage of her spell at Arsenal, which has this week ended after a decade by her move to deadly rivals ChelseaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856834.htmlJack Anderson: The GAA's McGuinness mess: Five ways to avoid a repeat2026-06-04T20:35:00+01:002026-06-04T20:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Only in Ireland can you define paranoid as worrying that no one is out to get you.Only in Ireland can you define paranoid as worrying that no one is out to get you.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41857101.htmlIreland star Evan Ferguson ruled out until autumn but Jaden Umeh set for second cap2026-06-04T19:56:00+01:002026-06-04T19:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ferguson has been blighted by ankle injuries for some time, slowing what had been a meteoric rise for the former Bohemians manFerguson has been blighted by ankle injuries for some time, slowing what had been a meteoric rise for the former Bohemians manExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41857155.htmlAndoni Iraola appointed new Liverpool head coach on two-year contract2026-06-04T19:52:00+01:002026-06-04T19:52:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 43-year-old is understood to have signed a two-year contract at Anfield The 43-year-old is understood to have signed a two-year contract at Anfield Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41857041.htmlForm be damned, unshakeable Gillane is still the country's most dangerous forward2026-06-04T16:41:00+01:002026-06-04T16:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/“Phenomenal” is how his team-mate Dan Morrissey this week described the man he occasionally marks in training. Unshakeable would be another“Phenomenal” is how his team-mate Dan Morrissey this week described the man he occasionally marks in training. Unshakeable would be anotherExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41856969.htmlLeo Cullen: Jacques Nienaber 'fully committed' for next season2026-06-04T15:41:00+01:002026-06-04T15:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/On Monday he expressed the hope that his term would be seen out while expressing some doubt about that due to pressure from the public and mediaOn Monday he expressed the hope that his term would be seen out while expressing some doubt about that due to pressure from the public and mediaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41856936.htmlLeinster reveal team for URC semi-final at the Aviva against Stormers2026-06-04T14:59:00+01:002026-06-04T14:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Leo Cullen's side are favourites after a dominant 59-10 quarter-final victory over LionsLeo Cullen's side are favourites after a dominant 59-10 quarter-final victory over LionsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856513.html'There's no accusation': Ben O’Connor clarifies Cork hurlers work rate remarks2026-06-04T13:12:00+01:002026-06-04T13:12:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/To the small matter of Sunday’s Munster hurling final. Ben has expressed admiration for Cork's opponents nearly as frequently as he’s referenced the work ethic of his own crew.To the small matter of Sunday’s Munster hurling final. Ben has expressed admiration for Cork's opponents nearly as frequently as he’s referenced the work ethic of his own crew.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41856780.htmlIreland reveal 20-man squad for tournament in South Africa ahead of World Cup2026-06-04T12:32:00+01:002026-06-04T12:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/FIH Hockey Nations Cup takes place in Cape Town from June 11FIH Hockey Nations Cup takes place in Cape Town from June 11Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41856768.htmlTributes pour in for Irish legend Fergus Slattery, who 'represented rugby at its purest'2026-06-04T12:20:00+01:002026-06-04T12:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Blackrock RFC's Slattery was one of the greatest players to ever play for IrelandBlackrock RFC's Slattery was one of the greatest players to ever play for IrelandExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856738.html'It's been difficult over the last few months,' Ireland captain Katie McCabe opens up on Arsenal exit2026-06-04T11:37:00+01:002026-06-04T11:37:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Dubliner has penned a three-year deal with Chelsea. The Dubliner has penned a three-year deal with Chelsea. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856720.htmlMonaghan boss Bannigan confirms McCaul's ACL tear2026-06-04T11:17:00+01:002026-06-04T11:17:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Aughnamullen man, a club-mate of manager Gabriel Bannigan’s, scored 1-1 coming off the bench the defeat to Mayo in Clones on Sunday.The Aughnamullen man, a club-mate of manager Gabriel Bannigan’s, scored 1-1 coming off the bench the defeat to Mayo in Clones on Sunday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856966.htmlDalo's Hurling Show: A rock'n'roll Sunday and the Leinster decider with Patrick Horgan2026-06-04T10:56:00+01:002026-06-04T10:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Cork legend joins Anthony Daly, Mark Landers and TJ Ryan to preview a blockbuster weekend of hurling.The Cork legend joins Anthony Daly, Mark Landers and TJ Ryan to preview a blockbuster weekend of hurling.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856633.htmlChelsea and Cork soccer legend Bobby Tambling dies aged 842026-06-04T09:02:00+01:002026-06-04T09:02:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A Chelsea legend, a champion in Cork Celtic colours, and a lifelong ambassador for the game he loved, Tambling has passed away after a long illness. A Chelsea legend, a champion in Cork Celtic colours, and a lifelong ambassador for the game he loved, Tambling has passed away after a long illness. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41856648.htmlNBA finals: brilliant Brunson leads surging Knicks to victory over Spurs in Game 12026-06-04T08:42:00+01:002026-06-04T08:42:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Knicks guard leads the way with 30 points.Knicks guard leads the way with 30 points.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41856627.htmlMunster miss out as Tyrel Lomax pens contract extension to remain in New Zealand2026-06-04T08:21:00+01:002026-06-04T08:21:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Munster will now have to look elsewhere if they are to find that statement Non-Irish Qualified tighthead signing.Munster will now have to look elsewhere if they are to find that statement Non-Irish Qualified tighthead signing.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856519.htmlBen O'Connor: Arsenal winning the league gives everyone a bit of hope2026-06-04T07:57:00+01:002026-06-04T07:57:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The concluding day of the Munster round-robin coincided with the concluding day of the Premier League and O'Connor was delighted with how it turned out as Cork manager and long-suffering Arsenal supporter.The concluding day of the Munster round-robin coincided with the concluding day of the Premier League and O'Connor was delighted with how it turned out as Cork manager and long-suffering Arsenal supporter.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41856561.htmlUpbeat Leona Maguire chasing elusive Major win at Riviera2026-06-04T07:51:00+01:002026-06-04T07:51:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 31-year-old arrives at the 81st US Women's Open for her eighth appearance in the event, still searching for her first Major win.The 31-year-old arrives at the 81st US Women's Open for her eighth appearance in the event, still searching for her first Major win.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41856510.htmlJames Ryan: Leinster players have to take some blame for Bilbao blow-out2026-06-04T07:10:00+01:002026-06-04T07:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The loss to the Top 14 side in Bilbao, and the nature of it, has magnified the spotlight on Leo Cullen, Jacques Nienaber and the rest of the coaching staffThe loss to the Top 14 side in Bilbao, and the nature of it, has magnified the spotlight on Leo Cullen, Jacques Nienaber and the rest of the coaching staffExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856420.htmlDavid Burke: Henry Shefflin 'probably takes Kilkenny job now'2026-06-04T07:06:00+01:002026-06-04T07:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Cats have a vacancy following Derek Lyng's departure with current U-20s manager Shefflin and Kildare senior boss Brian Dowling the frontrunners.The Cats have a vacancy following Derek Lyng's departure with current U-20s manager Shefflin and Kildare senior boss Brian Dowling the frontrunners.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41856165.htmlFleur De Provence could prove a tough nut to crack after step up in trip2026-06-04T06:37:00+01:002026-06-04T06:37:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Noel Meade-trained Bang Bang, who didn’t get a clear run when a distant second at Leopardstown on her seasonal reappearance in April, looks the biggest threat to the selection.The Noel Meade-trained Bang Bang, who didn’t get a clear run when a distant second at Leopardstown on her seasonal reappearance in April, looks the biggest threat to the selection.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856543.html'There's been a lot' but James Abankwah wants to continue growing on Ireland duty2026-06-04T06:05:00+01:002026-06-04T06:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Abankwah finds himself in alien territory in Montreal this week, as temporary veteran in an Ireland squad peppered up and down with raw rookies.Abankwah finds himself in alien territory in Montreal this week, as temporary veteran in an Ireland squad peppered up and down with raw rookies.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856495.htmlLimerick's Dan Morrissey in favour of playing 2027 hurling league final on Ryder Cup week2026-06-04T06:04:00+01:002026-06-04T06:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/While the majority of Division 1A county boards are opposed to moving next year's hurling league decider from April to a mid-September slot at the TUS Gaelic Grounds, so as to coincide and capitalise on the spotlight of the sporting world being honed in on Adare, Morrissey supports the novel idea.While the majority of Division 1A county boards are opposed to moving next year's hurling league decider from April to a mid-September slot at the TUS Gaelic Grounds, so as to coincide and capitalise on the spotlight of the sporting world being honed in on Adare, Morrissey supports the novel idea.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41856354.html'Everyone's experience is different': Paul O'Donovan on rowing controversy2026-06-04T05:59:00+01:002026-06-04T05:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It’s just three weeks since McCarthy tiptoed gingerly around the scandal that has gripped Irish rowing since the publication of Paul Kimmage’s articles in the Sunday Independent over a toxic culture in the sport’s high-performance system.It’s just three weeks since McCarthy tiptoed gingerly around the scandal that has gripped Irish rowing since the publication of Paul Kimmage’s articles in the Sunday Independent over a toxic culture in the sport’s high-performance system.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856531.htmlFergal Whitley: Diversity and depth are key for Dublin hurlers 2026-06-04T05:20:00+01:002026-06-04T05:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Saturday’s Leinster final marks the first of two Croke Park visits in three days for Fergal Whitely. On Monday, he brings his Scoil St Treasa team from Mount Merrion there for the Cumann na mBunscol final. Saturday’s Leinster final marks the first of two Croke Park visits in three days for Fergal Whitely. On Monday, he brings his Scoil St Treasa team from Mount Merrion there for the Cumann na mBunscol final. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856225.htmlAmber Barrett: 'I'm very accepting of the role that's given to me - whatever role that is'2026-06-04T03:00:00+01:002026-06-04T03:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In three of Ireland’s four qualifiers during this tilt at securing back-to-back appearances at the World Cup, Barrett has been sprung from the sideline.In three of Ireland’s four qualifiers during this tilt at securing back-to-back appearances at the World Cup, Barrett has been sprung from the sideline.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856558.html'Not going to stop until they get there' - World Cup co-hosts friendly increasing Irish hunger to qualify2026-06-03T21:33:00+01:002026-06-03T21:33:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/This could have been a camp that extended far beyond Friday’s meeting with Canada — down to Mexico and onwards. Being here has made him already hungry to ensure Ireland’s major tournament absence isn’t extended much longer.This could have been a camp that extended far beyond Friday’s meeting with Canada — down to Mexico and onwards. Being here has made him already hungry to ensure Ireland’s major tournament absence isn’t extended much longer.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41856549.htmlDouble delight for Keane ahead of Epsom missions2026-06-03T21:12:00+01:002026-06-03T21:12:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The jockey bagged the €50,000 twin-features at the Curragh, scoring on Amiata and Poetic Sound, both trained by Ger Lyons The jockey bagged the €50,000 twin-features at the Curragh, scoring on Amiata and Poetic Sound, both trained by Ger Lyons Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856546.htmlEx-Cobh Ramblers manager to assist Ghana chief Carlos Queiroz at World Cup2026-06-03T21:11:00+01:002026-06-03T21:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Mick McDermott assisted ex-Manchester United coach Queiroz during his spells in charge of Iran and Qatar before he took the standalone role as boss of Cobh for the 2025 season.Mick McDermott assisted ex-Manchester United coach Queiroz during his spells in charge of Iran and Qatar before he took the standalone role as boss of Cobh for the 2025 season.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856534.htmlRobbie Keane in reported talks as Celtic seek to appoint next permanent boss2026-06-03T20:51:00+01:002026-06-03T20:51:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Former Republic of Ireland striker Keane appears to be in a two-way battle with veteran Martin O’Neill to lead the Hoops into next season.Former Republic of Ireland striker Keane appears to be in a two-way battle with veteran Martin O’Neill to lead the Hoops into next season.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856486.htmlIbrahima Konate speaks out on struggles faced losing father and Diogo Jota2026-06-03T18:44:00+01:002026-06-03T18:44:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/“There are low points, there’s depression. You can suffer from depression in football too; there’s no need to be ashamed to say so,” he told France Inter radio.“There are low points, there’s depression. You can suffer from depression in football too; there’s no need to be ashamed to say so,” he told France Inter radio.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41856504.htmlArena: NBA finals, basketball’s influence on other sports, coaching in the future2026-06-03T17:45:00+01:002026-06-03T17:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ciaran O'Sullivan posts up with Maurice Brosnan on this week's Arena. Ciaran O'Sullivan posts up with Maurice Brosnan on this week's Arena. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41856450.htmlByrne and Sugrue among grant recipients2026-06-03T17:35:00+01:002026-06-03T17:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Sport Ireland and Golf Ireland welcomed the launch of the 2026 Golf Ireland Professional Scheme, with 13 golfers set to benefit from grants worth more than €375,000Sport Ireland and Golf Ireland welcomed the launch of the 2026 Golf Ireland Professional Scheme, with 13 golfers set to benefit from grants worth more than €375,000Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856447.htmlJames McClean to join RTÉ punditry panel for the World Cup2026-06-03T17:30:00+01:002026-06-03T17:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Their free-to-air roster, from the kick off on Thursday week, June 11, features all 104 games in the expanded 48-nation showpiece being broadcast live from USA, Canada and Mexico.Their free-to-air roster, from the kick off on Thursday week, June 11, features all 104 games in the expanded 48-nation showpiece being broadcast live from USA, Canada and Mexico.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41856435.htmlRory McIlroy hopes US Open officials do not let green speeds get ‘out of hand’2026-06-03T17:24:00+01:002026-06-03T17:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Northern Irishman stopped off at Shinnecock Hills on Long Island in New York on Monday on his way to this week’s Memorial Tournament in Ohio.The Northern Irishman stopped off at Shinnecock Hills on Long Island in New York on Monday on his way to this week’s Memorial Tournament in Ohio.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41856309.htmlFrom soaring Hawk to dazzling Daryz: 10 equine stars who'll light up the summer2026-06-03T17:00:00+01:002026-06-03T17:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The stage is set, and the props are all in place for a summer of high drama. Here are ten horses who should add to the gaiety of the coming months.The stage is set, and the props are all in place for a summer of high drama. Here are ten horses who should add to the gaiety of the coming months.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856306.htmlGer Brennan calls GAA president comments on disciplinary case 'insulting'2026-06-03T15:13:00+01:002026-06-03T15:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Dublin manager Brennan "feels disenfranchised, undervalued and a lack of belonging to the association given the events of the past three months"Dublin manager Brennan "feels disenfranchised, undervalued and a lack of belonging to the association given the events of the past three months"Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41856282.htmlKatie Taylor Croke Park fight moves closer ahead of Friday press conference2026-06-03T14:32:00+01:002026-06-03T14:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Taylor has been mandated to face Flora Pili for the WBC Super-Lightweight title, although that does not mean that the matchup is likely.Taylor has been mandated to face Flora Pili for the WBC Super-Lightweight title, although that does not mean that the matchup is likely.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856255.htmlAll-Ireland SFC: Donegal v Cork, Kildare v Kerry will not be broadcast live2026-06-03T14:02:00+01:002026-06-03T14:02:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Donegal's clash with Cork and Kerry's meeting with Kildare will both be played on June 13. They are two of the three games from Round 2 of the All-Ireland SFC which will not be available to watch liveDonegal's clash with Cork and Kerry's meeting with Kildare will both be played on June 13. They are two of the three games from Round 2 of the All-Ireland SFC which will not be available to watch liveExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41856237.htmlHighly-rated Michael Foy puts pen-to-paper on new Munster contract2026-06-03T14:00:00+01:002026-06-03T14:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cork native Foy will move into Clayton McMillian’s senior squad for 2027-28.Cork native Foy will move into Clayton McMillian’s senior squad for 2027-28.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41856234.htmlDublin selector hits out at GAA president over Brennan suspension comments2026-06-03T13:18:00+01:002026-06-03T13:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/"It seems to be a selective application of the rules," said Niall Moyna. "Is there a rule for Dublin and then a rule for everyone else?"It seems to be a selective application of the rules," said Niall Moyna. "Is there a rule for Dublin and then a rule for everyone else?Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856186.htmlCork City travel to holders Shamrock Rovers in FAI Cup second round2026-06-03T12:49:00+01:002026-06-03T12:49:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The two sides will face off on the weekend of July 19The two sides will face off on the weekend of July 19Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/business-of-sport/arid-41856147.htmlNBA Europe closes in on 2027 launch despite EuroLeague uncertainty2026-06-03T12:23:00+01:002026-06-03T12:23:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/EuroLeague clubs would need to pay between €429m (and €858m for permanent NBA Europe franchises, but those commitments have yet to come.EuroLeague clubs would need to pay between €429m (and €858m for permanent NBA Europe franchises, but those commitments have yet to come.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41856123.htmlPope Leo plays tennis religiously as part of an Augustinian devotion to sports and spirituality2026-06-03T12:10:00+01:002026-06-03T12:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Before becoming pope, he would also work out at the Vatican-area Omega gym two to three times a week, with hourlong sessions focusing especially on posture and cardiovascular healthBefore becoming pope, he would also work out at the Vatican-area Omega gym two to three times a week, with hourlong sessions focusing especially on posture and cardiovascular healthExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856111.htmlRasmus Hojlund leaves Man Utd for Napoli as Ederson nears Old Trafford switch2026-06-03T11:46:00+01:002026-06-03T11:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ederson is reportedly set to sign a deal until 2030 with an option for a further year, with the deal set to be wrapped up in early July.Ederson is reportedly set to sign a deal until 2030 with an option for a further year, with the deal set to be wrapped up in early July.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41856120.htmlScotland women haven’t considered boycotting Israel qualifiers2026-06-03T11:39:00+01:002026-06-03T11:39:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'We are obviously aware of all the situations with the Irish players as well with Israel.''We are obviously aware of all the situations with the Irish players as well with Israel.'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41855880.htmlMaurice Brosnan on football: What’s the one thing defenders have that forwards haven’t?2026-06-03T11:00:00+01:002026-06-03T11:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/From the toe-to-toe battles that are now part and parcel of the new game, to Westmeath's pocket knife, here are Maurice Brosnan's latest observations from the football championship.From the toe-to-toe battles that are now part and parcel of the new game, to Westmeath's pocket knife, here are Maurice Brosnan's latest observations from the football championship.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/