https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comMon, 01 Jun 2026 19:36:08 +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-41855184.htmlChelsea confirm signing of Ireland's Katie McCabe2026-06-01T19:18:00+01:002026-06-01T19:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/McCabe has signed a three-year deal with ChelseaMcCabe has signed a three-year deal with ChelseaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41855175.htmlSouthampton junior analyst ‘felt under extreme pressure’ to spy 2026-06-01T19:07:00+01:002026-06-01T19:07:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The League Arbitration Panel's written reasons laid bare the influence of Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert on the Spygate scandal, and said it had been “a contrived and determined plan from top down to gain a competitive advantage”The League Arbitration Panel's written reasons laid bare the influence of Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert on the Spygate scandal, and said it had been “a contrived and determined plan from top down to gain a competitive advantage”Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41855160.htmlOisín McConville: Ger Brennan should have breached 12-week ban2026-06-01T18:45:00+01:002026-06-01T18:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Three of the eight All-Ireland SFC Round 2 games will not be shown live. GAA+ intends to stream three games and RTÉ are set to broadcast twoThree of the eight All-Ireland SFC Round 2 games will not be shown live. GAA+ intends to stream three games and RTÉ are set to broadcast twoExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41855154.html‘Shark’ Hanlon fined following heated Listowel incident 2026-06-01T18:20:00+01:002026-06-01T18:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The trainer apologised after a row with IHRB clerk of the course Paul Moloney on Monday.The trainer apologised after a row with IHRB clerk of the course Paul Moloney on Monday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41855151.htmlByrnes bounces back with Spy victory at Listowel2026-06-01T18:15:00+01:002026-06-01T18:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The jockey was hit with a 21-day ban for dangerous riding by the Limerick stewards after 11-8 Marian Avenue was disqualified from first place in a dramatic handicap hurdle last Thursday.The jockey was hit with a 21-day ban for dangerous riding by the Limerick stewards after 11-8 Marian Avenue was disqualified from first place in a dramatic handicap hurdle last Thursday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41855085.htmlElla Cantwell wins inaugural West of Ireland Women’s Amateur Open Championship2026-06-01T16:23:00+01:002026-06-01T16:23:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/She now follows in the footsteps of Shane Lowry who claimed the men’s equivalent in Co Sligo in 2008.She now follows in the footsteps of Shane Lowry who claimed the men’s equivalent in Co Sligo in 2008.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41855073.htmlIreland daring to believe automatic World Cup qualification is possible2026-06-01T16:02:00+01:002026-06-01T16:02:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ireland play the Netherlands in Cork on Friday and then France in Grenoble on June 9Ireland play the Netherlands in Cork on Friday and then France in Grenoble on June 9Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41855142.htmlBunyola Bay takes Gowran Classic for Hannon and Levey2026-06-01T15:58:00+01:002026-06-01T15:58:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 11/2 shot made most of the running and set sail for home off the home-turn.The 11/2 shot made most of the running and set sail for home off the home-turn.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41855118.htmlExplained: How the All-Ireland SFC Round 2 draw works2026-06-01T15:27:00+01:002026-06-01T15:27:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The All-Ireland SFC Round 2A and 2B draws will take place on Tuesday, June 2 after the 8:30am news on RTÉ Radio 1's Morning Ireland showThe All-Ireland SFC Round 2A and 2B draws will take place on Tuesday, June 2 after the 8:30am news on RTÉ Radio 1's Morning Ireland showExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41855016.htmlStormers out-half Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu to miss Leinster clash2026-06-01T14:56:00+01:002026-06-01T14:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Feinberg-Mngomezulu could also miss a number of South Africa Test games this summerFeinberg-Mngomezulu could also miss a number of South Africa Test games this summerExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854974.html'I want to say goodbye to Newcastle': Kevin Keegan reveals stage four cancer diagnosis2026-06-01T13:59:00+01:002026-06-01T13:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 75-year-old provided an update on his health during an appearance at the Tyne Theatre and Opera House over the weekend.The 75-year-old provided an update on his health during an appearance at the Tyne Theatre and Opera House over the weekend.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854884.htmlPicking only one player per team, here's a Champions League team of the year2026-06-01T11:32:00+01:002026-06-01T11:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/To better highlight the whole field among Europe’s elite, we chose an XI that couldn’t feature more than one player from any one teamTo better highlight the whole field among Europe’s elite, we chose an XI that couldn’t feature more than one player from any one teamExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854866.htmlCork v Limerick in the Munster SHC final: Throw-in time, TV details and everything you need to know2026-06-01T11:21:00+01:002026-06-01T11:21:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/This is a repeat of the 2025 Munster final which Cork won on penalties in Limerick.This is a repeat of the 2025 Munster final which Cork won on penalties in Limerick.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41854488.htmlColin Sheridan: Arne Slot's firing means Liverpool has done exactly what everybody else does2026-06-01T10:39:00+01:002026-06-01T10:39:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Football clubs no longer ask whether a manager can recover a dressing room. They ask whether it is worth trying.Football clubs no longer ask whether a manager can recover a dressing room. They ask whether it is worth trying.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854833.html'It feels like the right time': James Milner retires from football aged 402026-06-01T10:23:00+01:002026-06-01T10:23:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Milner broke the record for the most Premier League appearances while playing for Brighton against Brentford in February, and ends his career with a total of 658Milner broke the record for the most Premier League appearances while playing for Brighton against Brentford in February, and ends his career with a total of 658Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854842.htmlCork v Limerick: Will O'Donoghue on life at 6, Páirc return and Rebels being 'the team to beat'2026-06-01T09:57:00+01:002026-06-01T09:57:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Treaty stalwart spoke to Tom Clancy ahead of the much-anticipated provincial decider between the two heavyweights this weekend.The Treaty stalwart spoke to Tom Clancy ahead of the much-anticipated provincial decider between the two heavyweights this weekend.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854830.htmlCork City's Cillian Murphy called up to Ireland Under 21 squad for Croatia and Qatar friendlies2026-06-01T09:56:00+01:002026-06-01T09:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Head Coach Jim Crawford has handed eight players their first call-ups to a youthful Under 21s squad.Head Coach Jim Crawford has handed eight players their first call-ups to a youthful Under 21s squad.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854818.htmlArne Slot says his connection with Liverpool ‘goes beyond football’2026-06-01T09:18:00+01:002026-06-01T09:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In an open letter to fans in the Liverpool Echo, he said winning the Premier League title was “beyond special”.In an open letter to fans in the Liverpool Echo, he said winning the Premier League title was “beyond special”.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854554.html'That's the million-dollar question' - Can Derry bounce back from Armagh loss to keep season alive?2026-06-01T08:14:00+01:002026-06-01T08:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Armagh's measured response when they returned to the full complement, rattling off five successive scores for six points, was the hallmark of an elite side.Armagh's measured response when they returned to the full complement, rattling off five successive scores for six points, was the hallmark of an elite side.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41855040.htmlLeo Cullen on Leinster's Bilbao backlash: 'Why would I have any interest in a troll?'2026-06-01T07:55:00+01:002026-06-01T07:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Leinster booked the place in another URC semi-final this weekend. Leinster booked the place in another URC semi-final this weekend. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41854515.htmlMunster season review: Head coach and squad deserve better conditions to succeed2026-06-01T07:48:00+01:002026-06-01T07:48:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After Saturday's season-ending defeat, Simon Lewis reflects on an eventful campaign for MunsterAfter Saturday's season-ending defeat, Simon Lewis reflects on an eventful campaign for MunsterExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-gaa/arid-41854761.htmlAnthony Daly: Eoghan Gunning has captained Clare to minor and U20 titles. Can he complete the triple?2026-06-01T07:41:00+01:002026-06-01T07:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After only dreaming of days like these for so long, everyone in Clare is entitled to believe that anything is possibleAfter only dreaming of days like these for so long, everyone in Clare is entitled to believe that anything is possibleExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854644.htmlGoals key to avenging Leinster defeat, says Louth boss Devlin2026-06-01T06:56:00+01:002026-06-01T06:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Wee County earned a memorable win over Dublin on Sunday. The Wee County earned a memorable win over Dublin on Sunday. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854620.htmlÓ Sé's boys summon finest hour to end Kerry's longest wait2026-06-01T06:42:00+01:002026-06-01T06:42:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Manager Tomás Ó Sé said the final win over Tyrone was the best performance he had seen from his side in four years.Manager Tomás Ó Sé said the final win over Tyrone was the best performance he had seen from his side in four years.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854728.htmlArsenal won't stand still in search of trophy they left behind2026-06-01T06:40:00+01:002026-06-01T06:40:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/As the open-top buses rolled through north London and the Premier League trophy sparkled in the sunshine, perspective returned.As the open-top buses rolled through north London and the Premier League trophy sparkled in the sunshine, perspective returned.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41854470.htmlRacing preview: Hardy Warrior up for the battle at Gowran Park2026-06-01T06:34:00+01:002026-06-01T06:34:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Pinatubo colt sets a decent standard in this confined event.The Pinatubo colt sets a decent standard in this confined event.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854722.htmlBeautiful chaos as Mayo survive Farney fightback2026-06-01T06:29:00+01:002026-06-01T06:29:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The sides served up a memorable encounter in Clones on Sunday. The sides served up a memorable encounter in Clones on Sunday. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854707.htmlMoran on Monaghan thriller, a rough month and O’Shea’s remarkable feat2026-06-01T06:29:00+01:002026-06-01T06:29:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Connacht side hung on in Clones on Sunday. The Connacht side hung on in Clones on Sunday. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854593.htmlMcHugh hails Westmeath character after win over Cavan2026-06-01T06:25:00+01:002026-06-01T06:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'It took a lot of character, a lot of guts, a lot of balls,' the Donegal native said. 'It took a lot of character, a lot of guts, a lot of balls,' the Donegal native said. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854692.htmlFuture bright for Banner as U20s make another step up2026-06-01T06:13:00+01:002026-06-01T06:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Clare had too much for Galway in the All-Ireland decider at Thurles. Clare had too much for Galway in the All-Ireland decider at Thurles. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41854617.htmlBulls dismantle Munster to leave Clayton McMillan with big summer test2026-06-01T06:05:00+01:002026-06-01T06:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/If you are a relatively low-scoring team, you must be miserly in defence. Munster were not so this seasonIf you are a relatively low-scoring team, you must be miserly in defence. Munster were not so this seasonExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854680.html'Westmeath showed us a way': Louth inflict historic back-to-back championship defeats on Dublin2026-06-01T06:00:00+01:002026-06-01T06:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Perhaps being on the losers' side of the All-Ireland SFC draw and the potential return of Brennan to the sideline can rehabilitate DublinPerhaps being on the losers' side of the All-Ireland SFC draw and the potential return of Brennan to the sideline can rehabilitate DublinExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854815.htmlThe Gaelic Football Show: Mayo hold off Farney fightback, Louth punish Dubs2026-06-01T00:32:00+01:002026-06-01T00:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Shane McEntee joins James Horan, Paul Rouse and Maurice Brosnan to analyse a weekend that saw Louth earn an historic win over Dublin while Mayo hung on in Clones. And we look ahead to Tuesday's round 2 draw.Shane McEntee joins James Horan, Paul Rouse and Maurice Brosnan to analyse a weekend that saw Louth earn an historic win over Dublin while Mayo hung on in Clones. And we look ahead to Tuesday's round 2 draw.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854731.htmlArsenal put Champions League defeat behind them with open-top bus parade2026-05-31T21:46:00+01:002026-05-31T21:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Gabriel missed the crucial spot-kick against Paris St Germain as the French champions retained their crown following a 1-1 draw in Budapest.Gabriel missed the crucial spot-kick against Paris St Germain as the French champions retained their crown following a 1-1 draw in Budapest.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41854719.html'I’m really proud of myself' - Stuart Grehan makes history with East of Ireland triumph2026-05-31T20:47:00+01:002026-05-31T20:47:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/“It’s class, really cool. I’m really, really happy,” said Grehan.“It’s class, really cool. I’m really, really happy,” said Grehan.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854698.htmlMonaghan boss: 'That will be really hard to take if that is true, that a point was waved wide'2026-05-31T19:23:00+01:002026-05-31T19:23:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Monaghan's Bobby McCaul, who had scored 1-1 off the bench, suffered a serious-looking knee injury during the second halfMonaghan's Bobby McCaul, who had scored 1-1 off the bench, suffered a serious-looking knee injury during the second halfExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41854668.htmlBallyadam seals Listowel double for Henry de Bromhead2026-05-31T18:22:00+01:002026-05-31T18:22:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 11-year-old was confidently handled by Billy Lee.The 11-year-old was confidently handled by Billy Lee.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854656.htmlLiverpool set to open talks with Andoni Iraola as Konate offically departs2026-05-31T18:09:00+01:002026-05-31T18:09:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Liverpool’s sporting director Richard Hughes already has a relationship with the Spaniard, having appointed him at Bournemouth when he was in a similar role there.Liverpool’s sporting director Richard Hughes already has a relationship with the Spaniard, having appointed him at Bournemouth when he was in a similar role there.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41854650.htmlElfyn Evans wins in Japan to strengthen World Rally Championship lead2026-05-31T18:04:00+01:002026-05-31T18:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Irish crews of Jon Armstrong/Shane Byrne and Josh McErlean/Eoin Treacy both onboard Ford Puma Rally1 cars were eighth and tenth respectively.The Irish crews of Jon Armstrong/Shane Byrne and Josh McErlean/Eoin Treacy both onboard Ford Puma Rally1 cars were eighth and tenth respectively.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854653.htmlChelsea set to sign Ireland's Katie McCabe following Arsenal exit2026-05-31T17:53:00+01:002026-05-31T17:53:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Her contract had expired in north London and while Arsenal offered a renewal late in the day, McCabe opted to look elsewhere. Her contract had expired in north London and while Arsenal offered a renewal late in the day, McCabe opted to look elsewhere. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854659.htmlMayo hang on for win after Monaghan fightback2026-05-31T17:52:00+01:002026-05-31T17:52:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Mayo survived a stunning Monaghan comeback, holding on by a point after leading by 11 at the breakMayo survived a stunning Monaghan comeback, holding on by a point after leading by 11 at the breakExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/arid-41854638.htmlDublin skip media duties after loss to Louth2026-05-31T17:50:00+01:002026-05-31T17:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Interim manager Dean Rock declined to speak with the media.Interim manager Dean Rock declined to speak with the media.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854623.htmlCork Hurling League round-up: Midleton secure spot in Division one final2026-05-31T17:26:00+01:002026-05-31T17:26:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Elsewhere Sarsfields recorded their third straight win to move up to second and in pole position to join Midleton in the league final, after they annihilated a depleted Douglas at home.Elsewhere Sarsfields recorded their third straight win to move up to second and in pole position to join Midleton in the league final, after they annihilated a depleted Douglas at home.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854632.htmlClare's latest golden generation challenged to emulate Kelly and Conlon 2026-05-31T17:17:00+01:002026-05-31T17:17:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Clare's All-Ireland U20 match-winning panel featured 13 players who togged for their 2023 minor winClare's All-Ireland U20 match-winning panel featured 13 players who togged for their 2023 minor winExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41854611.htmlConstitution River flows to French Derby success2026-05-31T17:03:00+01:002026-05-31T17:03:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Aidan O'Brien saddled the first three horses home in the Prix du Jockey ClubAidan O'Brien saddled the first three horses home in the Prix du Jockey ClubExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854584.htmlSaoirse Noonan assists winner as Celtic defeat Rangers in Scottish Cup final2026-05-31T16:32:00+01:002026-05-31T16:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Noonan picked up possession and her cross to the back post saw Morgan Cross throw herself at the ball in front of Nicola Docherty and guide the ball in at the far post.Noonan picked up possession and her cross to the back post saw Morgan Cross throw herself at the ball in front of Nicola Docherty and guide the ball in at the far post.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854587.htmlLouth beat Dublin for first time in the championship since 19732026-05-31T16:13:00+01:002026-05-31T16:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Dublin now join the likes of Kerry in the losers' group on June 13/14 with the draw to take place on Tuesday morning.Dublin now join the likes of Kerry in the losers' group on June 13/14 with the draw to take place on Tuesday morning.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854569.htmlClare comfortably see off Galway to land All-Ireland U20 hurling title2026-05-31T15:50:00+01:002026-05-31T15:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/At the same venue as the minor decider of three years ago, Clare once again had the measure of their maroon counterparts.At the same venue as the minor decider of three years ago, Clare once again had the measure of their maroon counterparts.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41854563.htmlStephen McAuley and Melissah Gibson claim Cork City Marathon wins2026-05-31T15:17:00+01:002026-05-31T15:17:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/More than 12,300 participated across the marathon, half marathon and 10K eventsMore than 12,300 participated across the marathon, half marathon and 10K eventsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41854545.htmlIrish rowers claim two more medals at World Cup2026-05-31T14:29:00+01:002026-05-31T14:29:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Fintan McCarthy finished third in the singles B final on his debut among the heavyweightsFintan McCarthy finished third in the singles B final on his debut among the heavyweightsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854476.htmlArsenal to ease Champions League heartbreak with open-top bus parade2026-05-31T12:45:00+01:002026-05-31T12:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/As many as half-a-million Gooners are expected to line the streets.As many as half-a-million Gooners are expected to line the streets.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41854440.htmlHickey edges Brunt to take senior girls’ 3000m title at All-Ireland Schools Track and Field Championships2026-05-31T12:14:00+01:002026-05-31T12:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The event’s impact was underlined this year by the awarding of a World Athletics heritage plaque.The event’s impact was underlined this year by the awarding of a World Athletics heritage plaque.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41854482.htmlMarta Kostyuk stuns Iga Swiatek with French Open victory2026-05-31T12:13:00+01:002026-05-31T12:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Swiatek had been the only remaining player in either draw to have lifted the trophy at Roland Garros.Swiatek had been the only remaining player in either draw to have lifted the trophy at Roland Garros.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854422.htmlMarquinhos eyeing Champions League treble for PSG2026-05-31T11:22:00+01:002026-05-31T11:22:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Ligue 1 giants ended a string of near-misses to claim their first Champions League crown 12 months ago and made it a double on SaturdayThe Ligue 1 giants ended a string of near-misses to claim their first Champions League crown 12 months ago and made it a double on SaturdayExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854416.htmlPSG and Arsenal serve up gruelling but thrillingly intense saga2026-05-31T11:22:00+01:002026-05-31T11:22:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Some struggle to love Mikel Arteta’s side but they went toe-to-toe with PSG in a gruelling, high-grade contestSome struggle to love Mikel Arteta’s side but they went toe-to-toe with PSG in a gruelling, high-grade contestExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854335.htmlOwen Elding opens up on Ireland call-up, England interest, and Mason Melia rivalry2026-05-31T11:17:00+01:002026-05-31T11:17:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Heimir Hallgrímsson didn't allow a paperwork hiccup to prevent him from including Elding in the Ireland camp for the games against Qatar and CanadaHeimir Hallgrímsson didn't allow a paperwork hiccup to prevent him from including Elding in the Ireland camp for the games against Qatar and CanadaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854710.htmlLongford come from behind to beat neighbours Leitrim to Lory Meagher Cup2026-05-31T11:03:00+01:002026-05-31T11:03:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Leitrim led by two at the break but shot nine second-half wides as Longford reeled them inLeitrim led by two at the break but shot nine second-half wides as Longford reeled them inExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854512.htmlWhat next for Liverpool? The challenges facing Slot’s successor2026-05-31T10:50:00+01:002026-05-31T10:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/With Arne Slot gone and Andoni Iraola heavily tipped to take over, what issues await at Anfield?With Arne Slot gone and Andoni Iraola heavily tipped to take over, what issues await at Anfield?Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854395.htmlDerry's McGarvey revels in performance for the ages after Kerry upset2026-05-31T10:11:00+01:002026-05-31T10:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Derry boss dedicated the Christy Ring Cup win to all who played their part over the years.The Derry boss dedicated the Christy Ring Cup win to all who played their part over the years.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854389.htmlKerry skipper Paddy Lane takes aim at critics, hails Tomás Ó Sé's 'heads-up football'2026-05-31T09:54:00+01:002026-05-31T09:54:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Kingdom startlet said the team had been written off back homeThe Kingdom startlet said the team had been written off back homeExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/