https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comSat, 27 Jun 2026 20:10:31 +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-41869890.htmlMaurice Brosnan on Galway v Dublin: There's a sense that planets are aligning for the Tribe2026-06-27T20:05:00+01:002026-06-27T20:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Making the case for Dublin and Galway in Sunday's All-Ireland quarter-final Making the case for Dublin and Galway in Sunday's All-Ireland quarter-final Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870265.htmlAndy Moran hails humble Kobe McDonald: 'Jordan has him in a headlock half the time'2026-06-27T19:30:00+01:002026-06-27T19:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Moran said he always thought his Mayo team would be suited to Croke ParkMoran said he always thought his Mayo team would be suited to Croke ParkExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870256.htmlClare and Kilkenny march into camogie quarter-finals2026-06-27T18:50:00+01:002026-06-27T18:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Offaly and Limerick made sure of their senior status for 2027, and the relegation final will be a repeat of this year’s Leinster final between Dublin and Wexford.Offaly and Limerick made sure of their senior status for 2027, and the relegation final will be a repeat of this year’s Leinster final between Dublin and Wexford.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870262.htmlCork v Mayo player ratings: Beirne and O'Donoghue shine2026-06-27T18:45:00+01:002026-06-27T18:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Mayo beat Cork 0-23 to 0-18 in their All-Ireland SFC quarter-final at Croke Park. Here's how we rated the performances.Mayo beat Cork 0-23 to 0-18 in their All-Ireland SFC quarter-final at Croke Park. Here's how we rated the performances.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870205.htmlGeaney shines as Kerry just edge Tyrone in SFC quarter-final epic2026-06-27T18:45:00+01:002026-06-27T18:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kerry pipped Tyrone in a quarter-final that went right to the hooter.Kerry pipped Tyrone in a quarter-final that went right to the hooter.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870247.htmlLimerick minors inspired by senior heroes as they claim All-Ireland title2026-06-27T18:25:00+01:002026-06-27T18:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In his second stint as minor boss, Diarmuid Mullins has returned two Munster titles (2019 and ‘20) and this All-Ireland from his three years at the helm.In his second stint as minor boss, Diarmuid Mullins has returned two Munster titles (2019 and ‘20) and this All-Ireland from his three years at the helm.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870235.htmlMayo book first semi-final in five years but wasteful Cork will have regrets2026-06-27T17:43:00+01:002026-06-27T17:43:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Missed Cork chances became the story in the first of this year's All-Ireland quarter-finals.Missed Cork chances became the story in the first of this year's All-Ireland quarter-finals.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41870226.htmlIzzy Clements claims Ireland's first medal at World Rowing Cup in Lucerne2026-06-27T17:14:00+01:002026-06-27T17:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Irish crews also booked three more A final placesThe Irish crews also booked three more A final placesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870214.htmlLimerick pip Tipperary at the death to win first All-Ireland minor title in 42 years2026-06-27T16:22:00+01:002026-06-27T16:22:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A dramatic finish saw a John Ross O'Reilly point settle the game in injury-time.A dramatic finish saw a John Ross O'Reilly point settle the game in injury-time.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41870208.htmlEstrange puts Oaks winner Thundering On in the shade2026-06-27T16:16:00+01:002026-06-27T16:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Estrange produced a brilliant performance to record the first Group One success of her careerEstrange produced a brilliant performance to record the first Group One success of her careerExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870199.htmlGAA president says RTÉ can't be expected to accommodate every game2026-06-27T15:36:00+01:002026-06-27T15:36:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Burns addressed the debate around GAA+ and RTÉ’s schedule.Burns addressed the debate around GAA+ and RTÉ’s schedule.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870196.htmlAs it happened: Mayo reach All-Ireland semi with victory over Cork2026-06-27T15:30:00+01:002026-06-27T15:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Mayo have reached their first All-Ireland semi-final in five yearsMayo have reached their first All-Ireland semi-final in five yearsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41870193.htmlDaniel Ryan hat-trick not enough as Ireland U20s fall short against England2026-06-27T14:54:00+01:002026-06-27T14:54:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Poor discipline and a malfunctioning lineout undid an awful lot of excellent work from Ireland. They now face an uphill battle to progressPoor discipline and a malfunctioning lineout undid an awful lot of excellent work from Ireland. They now face an uphill battle to progressExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870190.htmlIreland's conquerors Czechia deal with fallout of disastrous World Cup2026-06-27T14:39:00+01:002026-06-27T14:39:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Pavel Nedvěd insisted Miroslav Koubek will continue as Czechia managerPavel Nedvěd insisted Miroslav Koubek will continue as Czechia managerExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869986.htmlÉamonn Fitzmaurice: Eight contenders, eight defining questions and no room for error2026-06-27T13:00:00+01:002026-06-27T13:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Éamonn Fitzmaurice assesses the strengths, weaknesses and key tactical battles facing each of the remaining Sam Maguire contendersÉamonn Fitzmaurice assesses the strengths, weaknesses and key tactical battles facing each of the remaining Sam Maguire contendersExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870157.htmlMarcelo Bielsa laments Uruguay tenure 'that left nothing behind'2026-06-27T11:23:00+01:002026-06-27T11:23:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Uruguay were eliminated from the World Cup after a 1-0 defeat to SpainUruguay were eliminated from the World Cup after a 1-0 defeat to SpainExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870148.htmlCoach Bubista hails Cape Verde's fearless dreamers after World Cup leap2026-06-27T10:55:00+01:002026-06-27T10:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cape Verde, the smallest nation ever to reach the World Cup knockouts, finished second in Group H. They will face Argentina in the round of 32Cape Verde, the smallest nation ever to reach the World Cup knockouts, finished second in Group H. They will face Argentina in the round of 32Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41870142.htmlMixed fortunes for Irish crews as McErlean hits fourth and Armstrong forced out2026-06-27T10:13:00+01:002026-06-27T10:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Jon Armstrong and Shane Byrne claimed their first stage victory in the World Rally Championship but were forced to retire on the next stageJon Armstrong and Shane Byrne claimed their first stage victory in the World Rally Championship but were forced to retire on the next stageExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869941.htmlPaul Clancy - A game. A club. A life2026-06-27T09:04:00+01:002026-06-27T09:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Maigh Cuilinn came to a standstill for the funeral of the parish's most decorated player.Maigh Cuilinn came to a standstill for the funeral of the parish's most decorated player.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870091.htmlWhile You Were Sleeping: All the World Cup action you missed on Friday night2026-06-27T07:12:00+01:002026-06-27T07:12:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cape Verde, Belgium and Egypt make it through, amongst others who discovered their fate as the night progressedCape Verde, Belgium and Egypt make it through, amongst others who discovered their fate as the night progressedExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870103.htmlIran wait on World Cup progress after late goal disallowed in Egypt draw2026-06-27T06:42:00+01:002026-06-27T06:42:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Egypt, whose qualification for the last-32 was already guaranteed, took the lead inside five minutes through Mahmoud Saber, before Ramin Rezaeian equalised from a tight angle in the 14th minute of a frantic startEgypt, whose qualification for the last-32 was already guaranteed, took the lead inside five minutes through Mahmoud Saber, before Ramin Rezaeian equalised from a tight angle in the 14th minute of a frantic startExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870100.htmlBelgium beat New Zealand 5-1 to advance to World Cup knockout stage2026-06-27T06:34:00+01:002026-06-27T06:34:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Belgium finished above Egypt on goal difference after they both finished with five points from three matches, followed by Iran on three points and New Zealand on one. In the other match in the group, Egypt drew 1-1 with IranBelgium finished above Egypt on goal difference after they both finished with five points from three matches, followed by Iran on three points and New Zealand on one. In the other match in the group, Egypt drew 1-1 with IranExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41869797.htmlAndrew Browne: Ireland 20s excited to test themselves against best team in the world2026-06-27T06:18:00+01:002026-06-27T06:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Head coach Browne knows as a player and coach just how demanding this tournament is, but also how it can help young players develop.Head coach Browne knows as a player and coach just how demanding this tournament is, but also how it can help young players develop.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870097.htmlEngland, Portugal and Egypt among five teams to seal World Cup knockout spots2026-06-27T04:55:00+01:002026-06-27T04:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Uruguay's defeat by Spain and Cape Verde's draw with Saudi Arabia in Group H guaranteed qualification for the five teams.Uruguay's defeat by Spain and Cape Verde's draw with Saudi Arabia in Group H guaranteed qualification for the five teams.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41870064.htmlBenvenuto Cellini can claim Classic redemption in Irish Derby2026-06-27T04:46:00+01:002026-06-27T04:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Aidan O’Brien-trained Frankel colt is on a redemption mission afte beiing controversially deemed a non-runner at EpsomThe Aidan O’Brien-trained Frankel colt is on a redemption mission afte beiing controversially deemed a non-runner at EpsomExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870094.htmlJubilant Cape Verde set date with Argentina in World Cup round of 322026-06-27T04:39:00+01:002026-06-27T04:39:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Spain's 1-0 victory over Uruguay earned them top spot in the pool with seven points, while three draws were enough for Cape Verde to earn second place. Uruguay and the Saudis were both eliminated with two pointsSpain's 1-0 victory over Uruguay earned them top spot in the pool with seven points, while three draws were enough for Cape Verde to earn second place. Uruguay and the Saudis were both eliminated with two pointsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870088.htmlSpain eclipse Uruguay 1-0 in fiery encounter to finish top of Group H2026-06-27T04:01:00+01:002026-06-27T04:01:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Spanish midfielder Alex Baena received a clean cross in the box and was able to get just enough touch on it to guide it towards the bottom right corner, but not without the help of Fernando Muslera who helped it on its way with a moment to forgetSpanish midfielder Alex Baena received a clean cross in the box and was able to get just enough touch on it to guide it towards the bottom right corner, but not without the help of Fernando Muslera who helped it on its way with a moment to forgetExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869938.htmlMark Collins: Why Cork's blend of youth and experience can deliver at Croke Park2026-06-27T03:19:00+01:002026-06-27T03:19:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Mark Collins analyses the tactical battles, key match-ups and quarter-final storylines as the race for Sam Maguire intensifiesMark Collins analyses the tactical battles, key match-ups and quarter-final storylines as the race for Sam Maguire intensifiesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869737.html'It's about making your players brave': Tipp boss Woodlock undeterred by final venue2026-06-27T03:14:00+01:002026-06-27T03:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/He guided Tipp to a famous minor title on Kilkenny turf in 2024 and his latest crop are bidding to achieve the same feat against Limerick at the TUS Gaelic Grounds on Saturday afternoon (3pm throw-in).He guided Tipp to a famous minor title on Kilkenny turf in 2024 and his latest crop are bidding to achieve the same feat against Limerick at the TUS Gaelic Grounds on Saturday afternoon (3pm throw-in).Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41870028.htmlRuby Walsh: You'd swear tactics were something new, it's part of a jockey's job2026-06-27T03:00:00+01:002026-06-27T03:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Irish Derby prize is the main attraction of a jam-packed festival at the Curragh this weekendThe Irish Derby prize is the main attraction of a jam-packed festival at the Curragh this weekendExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41870001.htmlTommy Martin: The only worry for Kerry now is that they're backing themselves 2026-06-27T02:30:00+01:002026-06-27T02:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kerry are so much better than anyone else that even they cannot be bothered to pretend otherwise. But could they have peaked too early?Kerry are so much better than anyone else that even they cannot be bothered to pretend otherwise. But could they have peaked too early?Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869995.htmlFrom Blackthorn to Nike in every colour: the evolution of GAA boots in the modern era2026-06-27T02:15:00+01:002026-06-27T02:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Historically, the footwear colour of choice in Gaelic games was strictly black. Anyone who dared to experiment with a different hue was met with suspicion and derision. A far cry from the eclectic shades on display now, writes Adam MoynihanHistorically, the footwear colour of choice in Gaelic games was strictly black. Anyone who dared to experiment with a different hue was met with suspicion and derision. A far cry from the eclectic shades on display now, writes Adam MoynihanExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41870079.htmlRoad bowling: Stokes powers past McDonagh to claim Munster intermediate title2026-06-26T23:10:00+01:002026-06-26T23:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Stokes led all the way and was full value for his two bowls of odds winning margin.Stokes led all the way and was full value for his two bowls of odds winning margin.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870073.htmlFive-star Senegal keep World Cup hopes alive and send Iraq home2026-06-26T22:59:00+01:002026-06-26T22:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Survival was on the line as both sides entered the match needing to win, preferably by a large margin, to stay in the hunt for one of the last eight spots in the round of 32Survival was on the line as both sides entered the match needing to win, preferably by a large margin, to stay in the hunt for one of the last eight spots in the round of 32Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870076.htmlCoughlan goals decisive as Doon claim Limerick Division 1 title2026-06-26T22:56:00+01:002026-06-26T22:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The two sides will face off in Group 1 of the Limerick SHC later in the yearThe two sides will face off in Group 1 of the Limerick SHC later in the yearExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870070.htmlDummigan hits goal of the season contender as Derry beat Drogs2026-06-26T22:55:00+01:002026-06-26T22:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Derry picked up their sixth win of the seasonDerry picked up their sixth win of the seasonExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870043.htmlCork City look unstoppable as Keating double fires them past Bray2026-06-26T22:42:00+01:002026-06-26T22:42:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cork City have won eight on the bounceCork City have won eight on the bounceExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870061.htmlBorden grabs winner as Kerry close on play-off spots2026-06-26T22:41:00+01:002026-06-26T22:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/All three goals came in the final 10 minutes of normal timeAll three goals came in the final 10 minutes of normal timeExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870058.html10-man Bohs dig deep to beat Pat's2026-06-26T22:36:00+01:002026-06-26T22:36:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Bohs had Pat Hickey sent off just before half-timeBohs had Pat Hickey sent off just before half-timeExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870052.htmlOusmane Dembele hat-trick sees off Norway and ensures France top Group I2026-06-26T22:19:00+01:002026-06-26T22:19:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Elsewhere in the group, Senegal thrashed Iraq 5-0Elsewhere in the group, Senegal thrashed Iraq 5-0Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870040.htmlJohn Mahon completes stunning Waterford comeback to sink Dundalk2026-06-26T21:47:00+01:002026-06-26T21:47:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Waterford were second best to Dundalk for the opening 40 minutes but then the game changedWaterford were second best to Dundalk for the opening 40 minutes but then the game changedExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869869.htmlMaurice Brosnan on Kerry v Tyrone: Are Kingdom just deeper than last year, or better? 2026-06-26T20:50:00+01:002026-06-26T20:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Making the case for Kerry and Tyrone in Saturday's All-Ireland quarter-final.Making the case for Kerry and Tyrone in Saturday's All-Ireland quarter-final.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41870016.html€2.3m Abraham Lincoln makes impressive Curragh debut2026-06-26T20:48:00+01:002026-06-26T20:48:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/“He’ll be very comfortable going up to seven furlongs, or a mile," Aidan O'Brien said about Abraham Lincoln. "So we might look at the ‘Tyros’ or ‘Futurity’ for him.” “He’ll be very comfortable going up to seven furlongs, or a mile," Aidan O'Brien said about Abraham Lincoln. "So we might look at the ‘Tyros’ or ‘Futurity’ for him.” Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41870010.htmlPoll: Where should the Cork footballers play home games?2026-06-26T19:22:00+01:002026-06-26T19:22:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kevin O'Donovan said he thinks the Cork footballers playing home games at Páirc Uí Rinn is "a transition phase where we are getting Cork football back to the attendances it had".Kevin O'Donovan said he thinks the Cork footballers playing home games at Páirc Uí Rinn is "a transition phase where we are getting Cork football back to the attendances it had".Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869911.htmlBehind Ger Brennan's fight to beat Galway rap2026-06-26T19:00:00+01:002026-06-26T19:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Much water has passed under the bridge since Ger Brennan and Cian Breathnach-McGinn last tangoed. Forgive the Dublin boss if the reacquaintance isn’t cause for a smile. Even a wry one.Much water has passed under the bridge since Ger Brennan and Cian Breathnach-McGinn last tangoed. Forgive the Dublin boss if the reacquaintance isn’t cause for a smile. Even a wry one.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41870037.htmlAdam Brennan stars as Shamrock Rovers see off Galway2026-06-26T18:31:00+01:002026-06-26T18:31:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Brennan unstoppable down the Hoops’ left flank in delivering two first half assists for Aaron Greene and John McGovern.Brennan unstoppable down the Hoops’ left flank in delivering two first half assists for Aaron Greene and John McGovern.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869917.htmlChristy O’Connor: Will Kevin Walsh continue to spook Mayo?2026-06-26T18:00:00+01:002026-06-26T18:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Having Walsh on board is an advantage to Cork in this game – especially when he knows the personality of the opposition so well.Having Walsh on board is an advantage to Cork in this game – especially when he knows the personality of the opposition so well.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41869968.htmlIreland make history with stunning T20 victory over world champions India2026-06-26T17:53:00+01:002026-06-26T17:53:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It's a first victory in any format for Ireland over IndiaIt's a first victory in any format for Ireland over IndiaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41869962.htmlChristophe Soumillon appeal against ‘nonsense’ Royal Ascot ban adjourned to next week2026-06-26T17:44:00+01:002026-06-26T17:44:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Belgian was given an eight-day suspension following his ride on Puerto Rico in the St James’s Palace StakesThe Belgian was given an eight-day suspension following his ride on Puerto Rico in the St James’s Palace StakesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41869959.htmlPioneering force Philip Doyle, former Ireland women's rugby coach, dies aged 612026-06-26T17:44:00+01:002026-06-26T17:44:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/His second term in charge of Ireland brought the women's side's greatest success, the Grand Slam win of 2013. His second term in charge of Ireland brought the women's side's greatest success, the Grand Slam win of 2013. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869956.htmlAll-Ireland SFC semi-final draw to take place on Sunday, if required2026-06-26T16:58:00+01:002026-06-26T16:58:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A draw would not be required if Mayo, Tyrone and Monaghan win their quarter-finals this weekendA draw would not be required if Mayo, Tyrone and Monaghan win their quarter-finals this weekendExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41869842.htmlKieran Shannon: 2011's Operation Ambush ensures Mayo have no hang-ups about playing Cork 2026-06-26T16:00:00+01:002026-06-26T16:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Before the 2011 All-Ireland quarter-final, Mayo had not beaten Cork in the championship since 1916. Before the 2011 All-Ireland quarter-final, Mayo had not beaten Cork in the championship since 1916. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869860.htmlMaurice Brosnan on Cork v Mayo: How to manage Croke Park gem Sherlock?2026-06-26T15:54:00+01:002026-06-26T15:54:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Making the case for Mayo and Cork in the All-Ireland SFC quarter-finalMaking the case for Mayo and Cork in the All-Ireland SFC quarter-finalExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869836.htmlPermutations galore as camogie groups go to the wire2026-06-26T15:41:00+01:002026-06-26T15:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Group 2 takes centre stage on Saturday, with Group 1 decided on Sunday.Group 2 takes centre stage on Saturday, with Group 1 decided on Sunday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41869758.htmlJoe Ward and Stevie McKenna set to fight on Zuffa Boxing’s Dublin show2026-06-26T13:55:00+01:002026-06-26T13:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/On the same card, 25-year-old Cork pro Callum Walsh (16-0, 11 KOs) will take on England’s Tyler Denny (21-4-3).On the same card, 25-year-old Cork pro Callum Walsh (16-0, 11 KOs) will take on England’s Tyler Denny (21-4-3).Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41869725.htmlFreddy Gonzalez makes pitch for Finn Harps takeover2026-06-26T12:59:00+01:002026-06-26T12:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Gonzalez has been in takeover talks with the First Division club for a number of months and his proposal has been publicised ahead of a ballot of members next week to ratify the new era.Gonzalez has been in takeover talks with the First Division club for a number of months and his proposal has been publicised ahead of a ballot of members next week to ratify the new era.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41869602.htmlWhy Wallaby Bell eyes friends a little differently, if just for 80 minutes2026-06-26T10:01:00+01:002026-06-26T10:01:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Bell will put friendships aside over the next week as the world-class prop prepares to take on Ireland next weekend at a packed Allianz Stadium.Bell will put friendships aside over the next week as the world-class prop prepares to take on Ireland next weekend at a packed Allianz Stadium.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869392.htmlTeam news: O’Callaghan back in the middle for Cork2026-06-26T09:59:00+01:002026-06-26T09:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kerry have stuck with the team that beat Armagh.Kerry have stuck with the team that beat Armagh.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41869509.htmlDarragh Fitzgibbon: Don't break Munster while fixing hurling2026-06-26T09:07:00+01:002026-06-26T09:07:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Fitzgibbon has heard the debate about the competition needing a shot in the arm after two lopsided quarter-finals and a disappointing Munster SHC.Fitzgibbon has heard the debate about the competition needing a shot in the arm after two lopsided quarter-finals and a disappointing Munster SHC.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41869386.htmlShels eyeing quick manager appointment after O'Brien exit2026-06-26T09:05:00+01:002026-06-26T09:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Reds face Sligo Rovers this weekend. The Reds face Sligo Rovers this weekend. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/