https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comWed, 15 Apr 2026 00:05:38 +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-41827592.htmlDembele double sends Champions League holders PSG past Liverpool2026-04-14T22:16:00+01:002026-04-14T22:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Reds remained very much in the tie until the final 20 minutes approached.The Reds remained very much in the tie until the final 20 minutes approached.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827589.htmlAtletico Madrid beaten by 10-man Barcelona but do just enough to progress2026-04-14T22:07:00+01:002026-04-14T22:07:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Atletico, who have never won it, who will meet Arsenal or Sporting for a place in the final.Atletico, who have never won it, who will meet Arsenal or Sporting for a place in the final.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41827583.htmlAvondhu hold off battling Beara to progress to round three2026-04-14T21:57:00+01:002026-04-14T21:57:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Joey Hanlon’s side held the advantage of having a competitive game under their belt after defeating Seandún last week, while this was Beara’s first championship outing since 2022.Joey Hanlon’s side held the advantage of having a competitive game under their belt after defeating Seandún last week, while this was Beara’s first championship outing since 2022.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827571.htmlAaron Hill misses out on World Snooker Championship spot2026-04-14T21:46:00+01:002026-04-14T21:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Despite a battling display, the Leesider was beaten 10-6 by former semi-finalist David Gilbert in the final round of qualifying at the English Institute of Sport in Sheffield.Despite a battling display, the Leesider was beaten 10-6 by former semi-finalist David Gilbert in the final round of qualifying at the English Institute of Sport in Sheffield.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827541.html'We’ve put ourselves in the best possible position' but Carla Ward wants Poland double2026-04-14T20:47:00+01:002026-04-14T20:47:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Beating the Poles 3-2 in Gdansk was the first away World Cup win since Amber Barrett’s toe-poke at Hampden Park sealed the trip to Australia in 2023.Beating the Poles 3-2 in Gdansk was the first away World Cup win since Amber Barrett’s toe-poke at Hampden Park sealed the trip to Australia in 2023.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827430.html'We were in complete control' - Ireland rise to third place of World Cup group after narrow win in Poland2026-04-14T20:22:00+01:002026-04-14T20:22:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Should Ireland avoid defeat at home, it is likely that Poland will have to beat one of top two seeds, France and Netherlands, in the final double-header to challenge Ireland for third.Should Ireland avoid defeat at home, it is likely that Poland will have to beat one of top two seeds, France and Netherlands, in the final double-header to challenge Ireland for third.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41827511.htmlCork U20s make one change for Waterford clash2026-04-14T20:00:00+01:002026-04-14T20:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cork have lost to Tipperary and beaten Limerick in their opening games of the Munster U20 Hurling ChampionshipCork have lost to Tipperary and beaten Limerick in their opening games of the Munster U20 Hurling ChampionshipExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41827502.htmlGer Brennan to contest 12-week ban in front of DRA this week2026-04-14T19:28:00+01:002026-04-14T19:28:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Dublin manager also set to miss two games in 2027 as part of suspensionDublin manager also set to miss two games in 2027 as part of suspensionExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41827457.htmlSergio Garcia apologises for tantrum on Masters Sunday2026-04-14T18:27:00+01:002026-04-14T18:27:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Garcia said his outburst on the second tee has "no place in our game"Garcia said his outburst on the second tee has "no place in our game"Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41827397.htmlMunster boosted by timely injury lift ahead of Italy trip2026-04-14T16:53:00+01:002026-04-14T16:53:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Munster face Benetton in the URC on Saturday with four rounds of the league campaign remainingMunster face Benetton in the URC on Saturday with four rounds of the league campaign remainingExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826851.htmlCork's Alan Connolly: 'When we're at our best, I don't think anyone can beat us'2026-04-14T16:45:00+01:002026-04-14T16:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Alan Connolly, Cork's goal king over the last five years, feels something good is "brewing" in Ben O'Connor's panelAlan Connolly, Cork's goal king over the last five years, feels something good is "brewing" in Ben O'Connor's panelExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827364.htmlIraola to leave Bournemouth at end of season with Premier League rivals on notice2026-04-14T16:25:00+01:002026-04-14T16:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Bournemouth are accelerating moves for Iraola’s successor. The former RB Leipzig and Dortmund head coach Marco Rose and Ipswich Town’s Kieran McKenna are understood to be of interest.Bournemouth are accelerating moves for Iraola’s successor. The former RB Leipzig and Dortmund head coach Marco Rose and Ipswich Town’s Kieran McKenna are understood to be of interest.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827355.htmlIreland striker Carusa out of crunch World Cup qualifier in Poland2026-04-14T16:13:00+01:002026-04-14T16:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Carusa was struck down by illness ahead of the gameCarusa was struck down by illness ahead of the gameExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41827310.html'I have the opportunity to do them all' - Rory McIlroy targets another decade of glory2026-04-14T15:58:00+01:002026-04-14T15:58:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Having already completed a long-awaited career grand slam last year as well as being a key member of Europe’s successful Ryder Cup squad, McIlroy has nothing left to prove – but holds no intentions of letting his mindset slip.Having already completed a long-awaited career grand slam last year as well as being a key member of Europe’s successful Ryder Cup squad, McIlroy has nothing left to prove – but holds no intentions of letting his mindset slip.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827379.html'No fear, pure fire': Mikel Arteta says Arsenal have no concerns about collapse2026-04-14T15:47:00+01:002026-04-14T15:47:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Arsenal have lost three consecutive games in domestic competitionsArsenal have lost three consecutive games in domestic competitionsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826758.htmlDublin star Cian O'Sullivan tired of theory he gets his hurling from Cork2026-04-14T15:26:00+01:002026-04-14T15:26:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/All-Star Cian O'Sullivan's dad is from Cork but the topic is beginning to grateAll-Star Cian O'Sullivan's dad is from Cork but the topic is beginning to grateExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827223.htmlUefa's rise to €1bn in commercial revenue a boon for LOI's Euro qualifiers2026-04-14T14:15:00+01:002026-04-14T14:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A major spike in prize-money is expected to come in the next few yearsA major spike in prize-money is expected to come in the next few yearsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41826863.htmlHow Augusta’s cruel turn saw Shane Lowry's Masters charge unravel2026-04-14T14:00:00+01:002026-04-14T14:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Shane Lowry began Masters Sunday with genuine hopes of a green jacket, but Augusta National turned cruel again as a promising position unravelled into another punishing final roundShane Lowry began Masters Sunday with genuine hopes of a green jacket, but Augusta National turned cruel again as a promising position unravelled into another punishing final roundExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41827199.htmlNicky Henderson on Constitution Hill and the yips: ‘The best jumper you’ll ever see and he lost it’2026-04-14T13:18:00+01:002026-04-14T13:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The venerated trainer could not find a guru in the world to cure one of the greatest hurdlers in history but a surprise switch to the Flat promises a career swansongThe venerated trainer could not find a guru in the world to cure one of the greatest hurdlers in history but a surprise switch to the Flat promises a career swansongExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41827139.htmlEarlier All-Ireland senior football draw to take place this year2026-04-14T12:25:00+01:002026-04-14T12:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Hurling managers will concede 20m free for “challenging authority” of refereeHurling managers will concede 20m free for “challenging authority” of refereeExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/business-of-sport/arid-41827109.htmlGary Neville’s The Overlap buys Mark Goldbridge’s YouTube channels2026-04-14T12:16:00+01:002026-04-14T12:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It is said that the two YouTube channels have a combined audience of 3.7million viewersIt is said that the two YouTube channels have a combined audience of 3.7million viewersExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827043.htmlBruno Fernandes: Man Utd focus on Champions League spot after painful Leeds loss2026-04-14T11:00:00+01:002026-04-14T11:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Old Trafford side went down to their old rivals at home on Monday night. The Old Trafford side went down to their old rivals at home on Monday night. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826953.htmlGer Brennan ban appeal dismissed by Central Appeals Committee2026-04-14T09:25:00+01:002026-04-14T09:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Dublin are now expected to lodge an application to the Disputes Resolution Authority (DRA).Dublin are now expected to lodge an application to the Disputes Resolution Authority (DRA).Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826986.htmlThe Gaelic Football Show: Cork's second-half concern, Armagh up and running, Maurice's Masters2026-04-14T08:55:00+01:002026-04-14T08:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/James Horan, Paul Rouse and Maurice Brosnan from Augusta reflect on the first weekend of championship action -- and some golf.James Horan, Paul Rouse and Maurice Brosnan from Augusta reflect on the first weekend of championship action -- and some golf.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-gaa/arid-41826707.htmlJohn Fogarty: Few home comforts in Munster SHC2026-04-14T07:24:00+01:002026-04-14T07:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Munster championship throws in on Sunday with a tasty double-header.The Munster championship throws in on Sunday with a tasty double-header.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41826728.htmlIreland bringing Twickenham positives into the west, says McGann2026-04-14T07:23:00+01:002026-04-14T07:23:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Scott Bemand's side take on Italy in Galway on Saturday. Scott Bemand's side take on Italy in Galway on Saturday. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826773.htmlTipperary return small portion of ticket allocation for Cork Munster SHC clash2026-04-14T07:03:00+01:002026-04-14T07:03:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A small number of tickets for Sunday's Munster SHC clash between Cork and Tipperary were made available on TicketmasterA small number of tickets for Sunday's Munster SHC clash between Cork and Tipperary were made available on TicketmasterExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41826887.htmlWhat it was like at Augusta National to witness Rory McIlroy etch his latest masterpiece2026-04-14T06:35:00+01:002026-04-14T06:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/At the Masters, where every roar carries meaning, requiring detective work before the manual scoreboard confirms what has happened elsewhere on the course, Rory McIlroy gave us another nerve-shredding spectacleAt the Masters, where every roar carries meaning, requiring detective work before the manual scoreboard confirms what has happened elsewhere on the course, Rory McIlroy gave us another nerve-shredding spectacleExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41826806.htmlKieran Shannon: Rory McIlroy's game first astounded us, his grit has endeared him to us2026-04-14T06:30:00+01:002026-04-14T06:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Rory McIlroy has no rival now as the finest Irish sportsperson ever.Rory McIlroy has no rival now as the finest Irish sportsperson ever.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41826833.htmlLeinster still chasing consistency despite European semi-final spot2026-04-14T06:15:00+01:002026-04-14T06:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Leinster attack coach Bleyendaal wants more accuracy from his side without sacrificing ambitionLeinster attack coach Bleyendaal wants more accuracy from his side without sacrificing ambitionExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826725.htmlEoin Cody has more than the ghosts of Kilkenny past to exorcise2026-04-14T06:04:00+01:002026-04-14T06:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It doesn’t help that this barren run follows an incredible golden era for Kilkenny hurling.It doesn’t help that this barren run follows an incredible golden era for Kilkenny hurling.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827061.htmlMichael Carrick fumes at ‘absolutely shocking’ Lisandro Martinez dismissal2026-04-14T01:18:00+01:002026-04-14T01:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Leeds claimed a big, big win at Old Trafford on Monday night. Leeds claimed a big, big win at Old Trafford on Monday night. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41826776.htmlMersey beat: Liverpool playmaker Denise O’Sullivan eyeing points in Poland 2026-04-13T23:00:00+01:002026-04-13T23:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Girls in Green have a crucial World Cup qualifier on Tuesday evening.The Girls in Green have a crucial World Cup qualifier on Tuesday evening.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41826674.htmlPoland boss takes swipe at Ireland over pitch-width tactic2026-04-13T23:00:00+01:002026-04-13T23:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ireland reduced the width of the Tallaght Stadium pitch to minimum Fifa standards for the World Cup qualifier against France in MarchIreland reduced the width of the Tallaght Stadium pitch to minimum Fifa standards for the World Cup qualifier against France in MarchExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41826881.htmlOkafor double fires Leeds to first Old Trafford league win in 45 years2026-04-13T22:03:00+01:002026-04-13T22:03:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Lisandro Martinez earned a straight red card for pulling Dominic Calvert-Lewin's hairLisandro Martinez earned a straight red card for pulling Dominic Calvert-Lewin's hairExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826875.htmlLast-gasp goal secures Clare progression in Munster MFC2026-04-13T21:46:00+01:002026-04-13T21:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Clare will play in phase 2 of the Munster MFC for the third year in a rowClare will play in phase 2 of the Munster MFC for the third year in a rowExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826860.htmlWaterford minors complete stunning comeback to keep Munster fairytale rolling2026-04-13T21:00:00+01:002026-04-13T21:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Waterford trailed Limerick by eight points at half-time but fought back to win by oneWaterford trailed Limerick by eight points at half-time but fought back to win by oneExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41826779.html'That's poor from Seani' - Colin Healy disappointed by Maguire's comments on Kerry keeper2026-04-13T17:46:00+01:002026-04-13T17:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Colin also jumped to the defence of his son Arran who is believed to have been subjected heavy criticism from a Kerry supporter during their draw at home to UCD last Friday.Colin also jumped to the defence of his son Arran who is believed to have been subjected heavy criticism from a Kerry supporter during their draw at home to UCD last Friday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41826737.htmlLiverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai apologises for ‘misunderstanding’ after cup exit2026-04-13T16:44:00+01:002026-04-13T16:44:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Hungarian was pictured shrugging, raising his arms and clapping, widely interpreted as sarcasm, towards Liverpool supporters after a 4-0 FA Cup defeat at Manchester City.The Hungarian was pictured shrugging, raising his arms and clapping, widely interpreted as sarcasm, towards Liverpool supporters after a 4-0 FA Cup defeat at Manchester City.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41826599.htmlHistory beckons for I Am Maximus as Red Rum’s record comes in to view2026-04-13T13:47:00+01:002026-04-13T13:47:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The two-time Grand National winner is surely second only to ‘Rummy’ and will be a strong favourite at Aintree in 2027.The two-time Grand National winner is surely second only to ‘Rummy’ and will be a strong favourite at Aintree in 2027.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41826593.html'Men's football could do with more women' - Ireland boss hails female trailblazer2026-04-13T13:35:00+01:002026-04-13T13:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Carla Ward is in Gdansk preparing Ireland for the first of back-to-back World Cup qualifiers against Poland over five days but revealed she’s undertaken a project on the paucity of females in the men’s game.Carla Ward is in Gdansk preparing Ireland for the first of back-to-back World Cup qualifiers against Poland over five days but revealed she’s undertaken a project on the paucity of females in the men’s game.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41826587.html'Walking off the 18th tee not knowing where my ball was. That was the moment of greatest stress'2026-04-13T13:31:00+01:002026-04-13T13:31:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/An abridged version of Rory McIlroy's considered reflections to the media after becoming the fourth golfer in history to win back to back Masters at AugustaAn abridged version of Rory McIlroy's considered reflections to the media after becoming the fourth golfer in history to win back to back Masters at AugustaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41826251.htmlÉamonn Fitzmaurice: Tyrone take plenty of good lessons in defeat to Armagh2026-04-13T12:35:00+01:002026-04-13T12:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tyrone now have either six or seven weeks depending on the draw to prepare for Sam Maguire. Importantly, they have something to build onTyrone now have either six or seven weeks depending on the draw to prepare for Sam Maguire. Importantly, they have something to build onExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826518.htmlTipperary v Cork in the Munster Senior Hurling Championship: Throw-in time, TV details and everything you need to know2026-04-13T12:28:00+01:002026-04-13T12:28:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It’s a repeat of the 2025 All-Ireland hurling final in the opening game of the 2026 Munster championship and both sides will be determined to prove a point.It’s a repeat of the 2025 All-Ireland hurling final in the opening game of the 2026 Munster championship and both sides will be determined to prove a point.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41826542.htmlWatch: Rory McIlroy talks about the challenges of winning the Masters2026-04-13T12:25:00+01:002026-04-13T12:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Rory McIlroy said he was delighted to be the fourth player ever to win back-to-back Masters. In a press conference after the Masters golf tournament ...Rory McIlroy said he was delighted to be the fourth player ever to win back-to-back Masters. In a press conference after the Masters golf tournament ...Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41826500.htmlDonald Trump: Rory McIlroy is becoming more and more a legend2026-04-13T12:01:00+01:002026-04-13T12:01:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Trump, who has played golf with McIlroy in the past, used his Truth Social platform to send a message to the 36-year-old.Trump, who has played golf with McIlroy in the past, used his Truth Social platform to send a message to the 36-year-old.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41826425.htmlPremier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action2026-04-13T10:32:00+01:002026-04-13T10:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/De Zerbi looks past Simons, Arsenal fans are not helping their team and Ngumoha can give PSG something to think about.De Zerbi looks past Simons, Arsenal fans are not helping their team and Ngumoha can give PSG something to think about.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41825948.htmlCullen play down home advantage ahead of Toulon semi-final2026-04-13T08:00:00+01:002026-04-13T08:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Leinster took care of business against Sale Sharks on SaturdayLeinster took care of business against Sale Sharks on SaturdayExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41826347.htmlRory McIlroy on Masters glory: 'I still have things I want to achieve, but I still want to enjoy it as well'2026-04-13T07:49:00+01:002026-04-13T07:49:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Holywood man made it back-to-back Masters victories on Sunday night. The Holywood man made it back-to-back Masters victories on Sunday night. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826140.html'I wouldn't be happy with that' - McConville motivated by 'outside managers' comments from Carlow boss2026-04-13T07:46:00+01:002026-04-13T07:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Garden County earned a big win after much 'soul-searching'. The Garden County earned a big win after much 'soul-searching'. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826233.htmlO'Rourke proud as Tyrone answer critics with battling defeat to Armagh2026-04-13T07:41:00+01:002026-04-13T07:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The sides played out an Ulster championship epic. The sides played out an Ulster championship epic. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826419.htmlFitzgerald full of 'pride and joy' despite Déise defeat2026-04-13T07:40:00+01:002026-04-13T07:40:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Waterford will take the positives from Sunday's loss to Tipperary. Waterford will take the positives from Sunday's loss to Tipperary. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41825933.htmlSeason on a knife edge for Arsenal after latest stumble2026-04-13T07:37:00+01:002026-04-13T07:37:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Can the Gunners reset and make this an hisotric season - or will it be a familair near miss?Can the Gunners reset and make this an hisotric season - or will it be a familair near miss?Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41826263.htmlA familiar springtime story: an Arsenal wobble followed by a Manchester City charge2026-04-13T07:29:00+01:002026-04-13T07:29:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Pep Guardiola’s sharks could smell the blood in the water after Arsenal’s stumble against Bournemouth.Pep Guardiola’s sharks could smell the blood in the water after Arsenal’s stumble against Bournemouth.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41826242.html'We are the underdogs' insists Guardiola ahead of title showdown with Gunners2026-04-13T07:29:00+01:002026-04-13T07:29:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Man City hammered Chelsea in London on Sunday. Man City hammered Chelsea in London on Sunday. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41826272.htmlEngland still in charge of Women's Six Nations but are Ireland closing the gap?2026-04-13T07:11:00+01:002026-04-13T07:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/“Loads of positives. Obviously disappointed to lose there but can take loads of learnings from that. Just slight fixes, and it's kind of positive it’s only slight things that we have to change," said King.“Loads of positives. Obviously disappointed to lose there but can take loads of learnings from that. Just slight fixes, and it's kind of positive it’s only slight things that we have to change," said King.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41825960.htmlColin Sheridan: why this World Cup could be defined by chaos2026-04-13T07:00:00+01:002026-04-13T07:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/What we may be heading into is not just a football tournament, but a nuclear collision of narratives.What we may be heading into is not just a football tournament, but a nuclear collision of narratives.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826245.html'I'm all for playing sh*t and winning' - Armagh change the script to scrape through against Tyrone2026-04-13T06:41:00+01:002026-04-13T06:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Not a great day on paper, but games aren’t on paper.Not a great day on paper, but games aren’t on paper.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41826239.htmlCork have to prove themselves all over again after second half switch off2026-04-13T06:40:00+01:002026-04-13T06:40:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The inconsistency Cork threw off during the successful Division 2 campaign crept back in.The inconsistency Cork threw off during the successful Division 2 campaign crept back in.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41825993.htmlEilís Cahill glad to make impact on Twickenham debut2026-04-13T06:23:00+01:002026-04-13T06:23:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ireland will take the positives from their Six Nations trip to London. Ireland will take the positives from their Six Nations trip to London. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/