https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comSat, 30 May 2026 05:26:48 +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-41853969.htmlIreland v Israel: Hallgrímsson would accept neutral venue even if it hampers winning prospects 2026-05-30T03:00:00+01:002026-05-30T03:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Heightened pressure on the FAI over the last week – from player attitudes and fan protests – has prompted the hierarchy to consider moving the October 4 fixture out of the country.Heightened pressure on the FAI over the last week – from player attitudes and fan protests – has prompted the hierarchy to consider moving the October 4 fixture out of the country.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/arid-41854059.htmlGlasgow Warriors see off brave Connacht to reach URC semi-finals2026-05-29T22:37:00+01:002026-05-29T22:37:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Stuart Lancaster’s men, the form team in the second half of the league, gave it everything but it was just not enough to secure a first ever win in Scotstoun and extend their season for at least another week.Stuart Lancaster’s men, the form team in the second half of the league, gave it everything but it was just not enough to secure a first ever win in Scotstoun and extend their season for at least another week.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854077.htmlGraham Burke's stunner sends champions Shamrock Rovers six points clear at the top2026-05-29T22:12:00+01:002026-05-29T22:12:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Six points is the buffer they hold over new second placed side Bohemians but their victims St Patrick’s Athletic can’t complain with being two further points adrift.Six points is the buffer they hold over new second placed side Bohemians but their victims St Patrick’s Athletic can’t complain with being two further points adrift.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854074.htmlArubi hits winner as Dundalk deepen Derry woes2026-05-29T22:08:00+01:002026-05-29T22:08:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Derry have now got seven games without a winDerry have now got seven games without a winExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854071.htmlSuper sub Frantz Pierrot earns Galway United a draw to frustrate Shelbourne2026-05-29T22:04:00+01:002026-05-29T22:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Haitian striker equalised Harry Wood’s opening goal, while Shels also hit the woodwork twice, as the game ended as it had in their first meeting of the season in Drumcondra in February.The Haitian striker equalised Harry Wood’s opening goal, while Shels also hit the woodwork twice, as the game ended as it had in their first meeting of the season in Drumcondra in February.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854068.htmlGourdie and Waweru on target as Cobh continue revival2026-05-29T22:02:00+01:002026-05-29T22:02:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It was a third consecutive victory for Cobh RamblersIt was a third consecutive victory for Cobh RamblersExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854065.htmlBohemians climb to second with comfortable win over Sligo Rovers2026-05-29T21:57:00+01:002026-05-29T21:57:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A consolation goal from Ryan O'Kane had halved Bohs' lead after goals from Douglas James-Taylor and Colm Whelan, but Conor Parsons' strike seven minutes from time sealed the Dubliners' victory.A consolation goal from Ryan O'Kane had halved Bohs' lead after goals from Douglas James-Taylor and Colm Whelan, but Conor Parsons' strike seven minutes from time sealed the Dubliners' victory.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854062.htmlCork City cruise past Finn Harps for fifth straight win2026-05-29T21:51:00+01:002026-05-29T21:51:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/That's five consecutive wins for Cork City as they maintained their 12-point lead over UCD at the top of the First DivisionThat's five consecutive wins for Cork City as they maintained their 12-point lead over UCD at the top of the First DivisionExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41854056.htmlBenny Couto's late volley earns Waterford point in six-goal thriller against Drogs2026-05-29T21:45:00+01:002026-05-29T21:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tommy Lonergan scored the opening goal for Waterford after just 15 secondsTommy Lonergan scored the opening goal for Waterford after just 15 secondsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854041.htmlGAA weekend previews: Mayo will have had enough time to lick their wounds2026-05-29T20:58:00+01:002026-05-29T20:58:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Elsewhere Armagh v Derry should be a game of small margins but Armagh’s deeper resources could be a deciding factor. Elsewhere Armagh v Derry should be a game of small margins but Armagh’s deeper resources could be a deciding factor. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41854038.htmlDefending champion Howard seven back as Hill sets hot East of Ireland pace at windy Baltray2026-05-29T20:56:00+01:002026-05-29T20:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 27-year-old Fota Island man was tied for 25th in the 132-man fieldThe 27-year-old Fota Island man was tied for 25th in the 132-man fieldExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854035.htmlTyrone turn on second-half power to retain Ulster minor title2026-05-29T20:56:00+01:002026-05-29T20:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Derry led by two points at the break but Tyrone overwhelmed their opponents in the second halfDerry led by two points at the break but Tyrone overwhelmed their opponents in the second halfExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41854029.htmlPoignant success for Femme Magnifique in Tramore2026-05-29T20:49:00+01:002026-05-29T20:49:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The syndicate was formed in memory of Dillion Quirke, the Tipperary hurler who tragically died aged just 24 in 2022 from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS) while playing for Clonoulty-Rossmore at Semple Stadium.The syndicate was formed in memory of Dillion Quirke, the Tipperary hurler who tragically died aged just 24 in 2022 from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS) while playing for Clonoulty-Rossmore at Semple Stadium.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-gaa/arid-41853999.htmlChristy O'Connor Talking Points: Ulster drama rarely the same when exported2026-05-29T19:59:00+01:002026-05-29T19:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/And could the Dubs be subjected to successive championship defeats in the same season for the first time in history?And could the Dubs be subjected to successive championship defeats in the same season for the first time in history?Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41854011.htmlBoost for Kerry as Killian Dennehy named to start All-Ireland U20 final2026-05-29T19:13:00+01:002026-05-29T19:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Saturday's game at Croke Park between Kerry and Tyrone throws in at 5pm. Saturday's game at Croke Park between Kerry and Tyrone throws in at 5pm. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853990.htmlNew Zealand cruise to test win2026-05-29T18:56:00+01:002026-05-29T18:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Doheny, Tucker and Adair put up resistance as Black Caps complete innings winDoheny, Tucker and Adair put up resistance as Black Caps complete innings winExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41853978.htmlTragedy taught gloved-up Rabbittes to love life on family's remarkable sporting journey2026-05-29T18:33:00+01:002026-05-29T18:33:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In stature, style, gait and apparel, two young Rabbittes are quintessential chips off older block Joe. And middle child Olwen makes her own way.In stature, style, gait and apparel, two young Rabbittes are quintessential chips off older block Joe. And middle child Olwen makes her own way.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853963.html'We have won one, now we want the second one': Mikel Arteta eyes Champions League glory2026-05-29T17:59:00+01:002026-05-29T17:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The newly crowned Premier League champions have a second chance to become kings of Europe when they face PSG in Budapest on Saturday night.The newly crowned Premier League champions have a second chance to become kings of Europe when they face PSG in Budapest on Saturday night.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41854026.htmlCork's Sara Byrne three off lead in France2026-05-29T16:18:00+01:002026-05-29T16:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Byrne shot a two-under 69 on Friday, adding to her 68 on Thursday at the Evian Resort Golf ClubByrne shot a two-under 69 on Friday, adding to her 68 on Thursday at the Evian Resort Golf ClubExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-gaa/arid-41853279.htmlEamon O'Shea: It is baffling why so few clubs trust their own members when it comes to training adults2026-05-29T16:15:00+01:002026-05-29T16:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Caring is important, particularly if you believe that the GAA is different and carries social and community responsibilities beyond winning and losing.Caring is important, particularly if you believe that the GAA is different and carries social and community responsibilities beyond winning and losing.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853834.htmlThe moment everything clicked and Bukayo Saka began to soar2026-05-29T16:14:00+01:002026-05-29T16:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Arsenal’s former head of coaching recalls the words from Freddie Ljungberg that shaped the young winger’s careerArsenal’s former head of coaching recalls the words from Freddie Ljungberg that shaped the young winger’s careerExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41853828.htmlCamogie previews: Limerick looking to bounce back against Offaly2026-05-29T16:01:00+01:002026-05-29T16:01:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Elsewhere Leinster champions Wexford suffered a shock defeat at the hands of Offaly in their opening assignment, and know they must make amends this weekend against Clare.Elsewhere Leinster champions Wexford suffered a shock defeat at the hands of Offaly in their opening assignment, and know they must make amends this weekend against Clare.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41853807.htmlLegal eagle Logan puts GAA's 'nod and wink' disciplinary system in the dock2026-05-29T15:51:00+01:002026-05-29T15:51:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Solicitor and former Tyrone GAA manager Feargal Logan knows the GAA's discipline procedures inside out and fears the Association made life difficult for itself this week.Solicitor and former Tyrone GAA manager Feargal Logan knows the GAA's discipline procedures inside out and fears the Association made life difficult for itself this week.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853771.htmlLOI hits Immigrant Investment Programme jackpot with payouts to Kerry, Sligo and Shelbourne2026-05-29T15:14:00+01:002026-05-29T15:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Fianna Fáil TD for Kerry, Michael Cahill, has welcomed confirmation from Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O’Callaghan.Fianna Fáil TD for Kerry, Michael Cahill, has welcomed confirmation from Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O’Callaghan.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853624.htmlJaden Umeh ready to balance burgeoning Ireland career with Leaving Cert exams2026-05-29T13:00:00+01:002026-05-29T13:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Umeh’s Leaving Cert exams begin on Wednesday with English paper one, followed on Friday by Maths paper one. He may be over the other side of the world, but so are his school books as he gets in some last-minute prep.Umeh’s Leaving Cert exams begin on Wednesday with English paper one, followed on Friday by Maths paper one. He may be over the other side of the world, but so are his school books as he gets in some last-minute prep.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853651.htmlIbrahima Konate to leave Liverpool on a free after five year stay2026-05-29T12:54:00+01:002026-05-29T12:54:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A month ago the centre-back confidently announced after the Merseyside derby win at Everton that a resolution was imminent.A month ago the centre-back confidently announced after the Merseyside derby win at Everton that a resolution was imminent.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853627.htmlMotorsport: Armstrong and Byrne lead Irish charge in Japan2026-05-29T12:37:00+01:002026-05-29T12:37:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The second Irish M-Sport crew - Josh McErlean/Eoin Treacy - also in a Ford Puma Rally1 are down in fifteenth spot after they were forced to stop and change a punctured wheel.The second Irish M-Sport crew - Josh McErlean/Eoin Treacy - also in a Ford Puma Rally1 are down in fifteenth spot after they were forced to stop and change a punctured wheel.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41853501.html'We feel like his experience is going to count for a lot': McMillan back Nankivell on return to fitness 2026-05-29T10:27:00+01:002026-05-29T10:27:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Nankivell’s inclusion at number 13 in a midfield partnership with inside centre Sean O’Brien, is the only change from the team which started the 24-17 win over the Lions.Nankivell’s inclusion at number 13 in a midfield partnership with inside centre Sean O’Brien, is the only change from the team which started the 24-17 win over the Lions.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41853450.htmlTeam news: Nankivell back in the centre for Munster's Bulls challenge2026-05-29T09:30:00+01:002026-05-29T09:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The New Zealander will start at outside centre on his return from injuryThe New Zealander will start at outside centre on his return from injuryExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41852736.htmlDonegal trailblazer Kara O'Neill takes it all in her stride as she balances camogie and Leaving Cert2026-05-29T07:31:00+01:002026-05-29T07:31:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Donegal host Mayo at 3.30pm on Saturday in Letterkenny in the Junior ChampionshipDonegal host Mayo at 3.30pm on Saturday in Letterkenny in the Junior ChampionshipExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41853042.html'He's in the changing room with us every day' - Tyrone inspired by memory of Damian Casey at Croker2026-05-29T07:14:00+01:002026-05-29T07:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Red Hand will face New York at HQ on Saturday.The Red Hand will face New York at HQ on Saturday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41853132.htmlTennessee Stud can making winning return at Down Royal2026-05-29T07:00:00+01:002026-05-29T07:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/On the jumps front, Endless Talking can make a successful start over fences at TramoreOn the jumps front, Endless Talking can make a successful start over fences at TramoreExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853195.htmlCalm Kai Havertz stands detached from celebrity culture2026-05-29T06:55:00+01:002026-05-29T06:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/On Saturday night in Budapest, Havertz could become the unlikely symbol of the most important evening in Arsenal’s modern history.On Saturday night in Budapest, Havertz could become the unlikely symbol of the most important evening in Arsenal’s modern history.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853123.htmlAhead of a busy few weeks with Ireland and Celtic, Noonan makes time for a special trip home2026-05-29T06:55:00+01:002026-05-29T06:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ireland are already assured of a playoff place to reach the World Cup in Brazil in 2027 but automatic qualification to their second-ever finals remains a possibility.Ireland are already assured of a playoff place to reach the World Cup in Brazil in 2027 but automatic qualification to their second-ever finals remains a possibility.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41853273.htmlPaul Rouse: Mark Dan Fraher centenary with a renewal of Waterford’s Gaelic games future2026-05-29T06:45:00+01:002026-05-29T06:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In many ways, Dungarvan's Dan Fraher gave his life to improving Ireland.In many ways, Dungarvan's Dan Fraher gave his life to improving Ireland.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41853117.htmlJames Lowe's Leinster and Ireland future still up in the air as record beckons2026-05-29T06:24:00+01:002026-05-29T06:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Currently playing on a contract due to expire this summer, negotiations on a new deal have not found a middle ground. It could be that Lowe moves on after nine years.Currently playing on a contract due to expire this summer, negotiations on a new deal have not found a middle ground. It could be that Lowe moves on after nine years.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41853270.htmlConnacht ready to rip into Glasgow as URC play-off fever builds in camp 2026-05-29T06:11:00+01:002026-05-29T06:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Eight wins from their last nine league games have given Connacht huge momentum as they arrived in Scotland on Thursday.Eight wins from their last nine league games have given Connacht huge momentum as they arrived in Scotland on Thursday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41853096.htmlLeo Cullen emphatic that he is still the man to lead Leinster2026-05-29T06:00:00+01:002026-05-29T06:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cullen has been at the helm since 2015 and needed a URC title last June to bring four years of drought to an end. Cullen has been at the helm since 2015 and needed a URC title last June to bring four years of drought to an end. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853384.htmlHeimir Hallgrímsson: 'It just kills a game if they want to destroy the game for us, then so be it'2026-05-28T23:10:00+01:002026-05-28T23:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A grassroots coalition of League of Ireland fans disrupted the friendly by flinging tennis balls onto the pitch on three separate occasions during the first half.A grassroots coalition of League of Ireland fans disrupted the friendly by flinging tennis balls onto the pitch on three separate occasions during the first half.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853372.htmlIreland edge Qatar on night of protests, red cards and debuts2026-05-28T22:11:00+01:002026-05-28T22:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Nathan Collins has developed into a man mountain of the team since making his debut against Qatar in 2021 and against the same opposition provided a footballing storyline to a night dominated by off-field matters.Nathan Collins has developed into a man mountain of the team since making his debut against Qatar in 2021 and against the same opposition provided a footballing storyline to a night dominated by off-field matters.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853381.html'It’s been a bit mad all right': Scales scoops man of the match award at Aviva2026-05-28T22:04:00+01:002026-05-28T22:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Wicklow native picked up the accolade in front of 28,981 fans at the Aviva Stadium on Thursday evening as Corrie Ndaba, Jaden Umeh and Mason Melia all made their senior debuts for the Republic of Ireland.The Wicklow native picked up the accolade in front of 28,981 fans at the Aviva Stadium on Thursday evening as Corrie Ndaba, Jaden Umeh and Mason Melia all made their senior debuts for the Republic of Ireland.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41853369.htmlCon O'Callaghan named to start as Dublin make two changes for Louth clash2026-05-28T21:59:00+01:002026-05-28T21:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Captain Con O’Callaghan and Greg McEneaney are named to start in place of Peadar Ó Cofaigh-Byrne and Theo Clancy.Captain Con O’Callaghan and Greg McEneaney are named to start in place of Peadar Ó Cofaigh-Byrne and Theo Clancy.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853345.htmlRed card ruins Jack Moylan's night but 45 minutes enough to suggest more in him2026-05-28T21:45:00+01:002026-05-28T21:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cruel doesn't cover it, but if Moylan’s night was ruined needlessly, then he had done more than enough to suggest we'll be seeing him again.Cruel doesn't cover it, but if Moylan’s night was ruined needlessly, then he had done more than enough to suggest we'll be seeing him again.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41853357.htmlPhilip Byrnes banned for 21 days and winner for father Charles disqualified2026-05-28T21:42:00+01:002026-05-28T21:42:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After a lengthy stewards’ inquiry, Marian Avenue was placed last, with the race being awarded to the Shark Hanlon-trained QaasidAfter a lengthy stewards’ inquiry, Marian Avenue was placed last, with the race being awarded to the Shark Hanlon-trained QaasidExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853336.htmlIreland dominated by New Zealand on day two2026-05-28T21:06:00+01:002026-05-28T21:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Follow-on enforced as Ireland battle to save Test against Black Caps at StormontFollow-on enforced as Ireland battle to save Test against Black Caps at StormontExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853333.htmlIreland's Aviva Stadium friendly with Qatar halted by protesters calling for boycott of Israel fixtures2026-05-28T20:50:00+01:002026-05-28T20:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tennis balls were thrown down onto the pitch from supporters, accompanied by chants of 'stop the game' and 'free Palestine'Tennis balls were thrown down onto the pitch from supporters, accompanied by chants of 'stop the game' and 'free Palestine'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853312.htmlRovers boss Bradley plots for St Pat's without starlet Ozhianvuna2026-05-28T20:31:00+01:002026-05-28T20:31:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Meanwhile, Sligo Rovers hope to have ex-Inter Milan tyro Kevin Zefi registered in time to face Bohemians.Meanwhile, Sligo Rovers hope to have ex-Inter Milan tyro Kevin Zefi registered in time to face Bohemians.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853306.htmlAthlone Town appoint Lily Agg as women’s head coach2026-05-28T19:56:00+01:002026-05-28T19:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/32-year-old Agg takes the reins at the back-to-back league champions after the departure of John Sullivan very early into the new season back in March.32-year-old Agg takes the reins at the back-to-back league champions after the departure of John Sullivan very early into the new season back in March.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853267.htmlArsenal owners promise to strengthen squad even if Champions League is won2026-05-28T18:48:00+01:002026-05-28T18:48:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Extending Mikel Arteta’s contract the ‘utmost priority’Extending Mikel Arteta’s contract the ‘utmost priority’Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853246.htmlPhoto gallery: Speed and smiles on show as 6,000 children enjoy Cork City Sports2026-05-28T18:10:00+01:002026-05-28T18:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Over 6,000 children took part in sprint and relay races at the annual Cork Primary Schools Sports at MTU on Thursday.Over 6,000 children took part in sprint and relay races at the annual Cork Primary Schools Sports at MTU on Thursday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41853183.htmlFennell laments 'crazy' inconsistency in treatment of Brennan and McGuinness2026-05-28T18:03:00+01:002026-05-28T18:03:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Former Dublin midfielder Eamon Fennell has questions about the GAA's disciplinary proceduresFormer Dublin midfielder Eamon Fennell has questions about the GAA's disciplinary proceduresExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853222.htmlSerena Williams poised for sensational tennis return at 442026-05-28T17:53:00+01:002026-05-28T17:53:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 23-time grand slam champion last appeared on court in New York in 2022The 23-time grand slam champion last appeared on court in New York in 2022Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853207.htmlIreland ready for stern test at World Rowing Cup in Spain2026-05-28T17:36:00+01:002026-05-28T17:36:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/17 Irish rowers will be among the athletes from 37 countries in Seville17 Irish rowers will be among the athletes from 37 countries in SevilleExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41852772.htmlClayton McMillan says Munster must meet Bulls head on: They like to impose their physicality on you2026-05-28T17:30:00+01:002026-05-28T17:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Huge challenge awaits in Saturday's URC quarter-final in South AfricaHuge challenge awaits in Saturday's URC quarter-final in South AfricaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41853189.htmlJames Owens to take charge of Cork-Limerick Munster SHC final2026-05-28T17:24:00+01:002026-05-28T17:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Wexford official was the man in the middle for Cork’s two-point Round 2 victory over Limerick in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on April 26.The Wexford official was the man in the middle for Cork’s two-point Round 2 victory over Limerick in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on April 26.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853291.htmlJannik Sinner denies heat was to blame for shock French Open exit2026-05-28T17:11:00+01:002026-05-28T17:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The world number one arrived in Paris as the most overwhelming title favourite since a prime Rafael Nadal.The world number one arrived in Paris as the most overwhelming title favourite since a prime Rafael Nadal.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41853219.htmlHow soloist Kvaratskhelia became cog in relentless PSG machine2026-05-28T15:35:00+01:002026-05-28T15:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/PSG's Georgian magician Kvaratskhelia ready for another big European nightPSG's Georgian magician Kvaratskhelia ready for another big European nightExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41853072.htmlJannik Sinner suffers stunning French Open exit as heat takes toll2026-05-28T14:57:00+01:002026-05-28T14:57:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The world number one looked to be cruising to victory over Argentinian Juan Manuel Cerundolo.The world number one looked to be cruising to victory over Argentinian Juan Manuel Cerundolo.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41852970.htmlReturning Sam Prendergast can give 'grieving' Leinster a boost2026-05-28T14:19:00+01:002026-05-28T14:19:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Leo Cullen: 'Even though he's 23 years of age, he has multiple Irish caps under his belt already... we all want to see him progress'Leo Cullen: 'Even though he's 23 years of age, he has multiple Irish caps under his belt already... we all want to see him progress'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41852910.htmlSol Campbell interview: ‘PSG are favourites but sometimes you need a little luck’2026-05-28T13:37:00+01:002026-05-28T13:37:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Former England defender on why he walked out on Arsenal, their chances in the Champions League final and Tuchel wielding the axeFormer England defender on why he walked out on Arsenal, their chances in the Champions League final and Tuchel wielding the axeExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/