https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comThu, 08 Oct 2026 20:42:18 +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/golf/arid-41921758.htmlConnor Syme and Grant Forrest in early share of lead at Open de Espana2026-10-08T19:42:00+01:002026-10-08T19:42:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Shane Lowry sits four back of the lead on -1 after a solid showing on day one in Madrid. The Irish Open champion shot 70, carding four birdies after a slow starShane Lowry sits four back of the lead on -1 after a solid showing on day one in Madrid. The Irish Open champion shot 70, carding four birdies after a slow starExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41921740.htmlErling Haaland calls for unity amid turmoil at Manchester City: ‘We have to stick together’2026-10-08T19:09:00+01:002026-10-08T19:09:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/City travel to Anfield to face Liverpool for their first game since the guilty verdictCity travel to Anfield to face Liverpool for their first game since the guilty verdictExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41921722.htmlAleksander Ceferin re-election not ‘double standards’, says UEFA vice-president2026-10-08T18:28:00+01:002026-10-08T18:28:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Former Wales captain McAllister said it would be “crazy” for UEFA to change leadership at a time when it is seeking the removal of FIFA president Gianni InfantinoFormer Wales captain McAllister said it would be “crazy” for UEFA to change leadership at a time when it is seeking the removal of FIFA president Gianni InfantinoExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41921716.htmlThe Austrian justifies favouritism to claim 3-year-old handicap at Thurles2026-10-08T18:20:00+01:002026-10-08T18:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Meanwhile, Dan King, whose summer exploits included a historic Galway Plate-Hurdle double, brought his seasonal tally to 33 thanks to a double on Lanzhou and Way Down South on Student Raceday in TramoreMeanwhile, Dan King, whose summer exploits included a historic Galway Plate-Hurdle double, brought his seasonal tally to 33 thanks to a double on Lanzhou and Way Down South on Student Raceday in TramoreExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921686.htmlNew Leinster hurling format would only guarantee counties one home game2026-10-08T17:18:00+01:002026-10-08T17:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In a four-team group, counties would be expected to play one game at home, another away as well as a neutral venueIn a four-team group, counties would be expected to play one game at home, another away as well as a neutral venueExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921500.htmlHoran on O’Connor: He changed himself from just a scorer to an absolute warrior2026-10-08T16:33:00+01:002026-10-08T16:33:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Speaking on the Irish Examiner’s Gaelic football podcast, Horan paid tribute to O’Connor’s legacy.Speaking on the Irish Examiner’s Gaelic football podcast, Horan paid tribute to O’Connor’s legacy.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41921515.htmlURC team news: Munster captain Beirne returns to fray as McMillan rings the changes for Ulster trip2026-10-08T14:12:00+01:002026-10-08T14:12:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Captain Tadhg Beirne starts on his first Munster appearance since the home win over Ulster in April.Captain Tadhg Beirne starts on his first Munster appearance since the home win over Ulster in April.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41921098.htmlRay Houghton: Ireland players deserve credit for playing Israel games nobody wanted2026-10-08T13:13:00+01:002026-10-08T13:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Houghton feels UEFA, the Irish government and the FAI should have taken the decision out of their hands long before the squad felt moved to conduct two votes on the eve of the first game in Hungary on whether or not to play IsraelHoughton feels UEFA, the Irish government and the FAI should have taken the decision out of their hands long before the squad felt moved to conduct two votes on the eve of the first game in Hungary on whether or not to play IsraelExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921068.htmlInterview: Mayo great Cillian O’Connor retires — 'I'm sorry it took so long but we got there'2026-10-08T13:12:00+01:002026-10-08T13:12:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/As he retires from inter-county football, Cillian O'Connor reflects on years of Mayo heartbreak, sacrifices made during his career and the family memories transformed by All-Ireland gloryAs he retires from inter-county football, Cillian O'Connor reflects on years of Mayo heartbreak, sacrifices made during his career and the family memories transformed by All-Ireland gloryExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921467.htmlThe Replay Extra with Seánie McGrath: Cork football semi-final special2026-10-08T12:44:00+01:002026-10-08T12:44:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Paul Kerrigan joins Seánie to preview a big weekend of Cork football actionPaul Kerrigan joins Seánie to preview a big weekend of Cork football actionExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921443.htmlThe Gaelic Football Show: O’Connor retires, 2026 trends and the press2026-10-08T12:33:00+01:002026-10-08T12:33:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/James Horan, Maurice Brosnan and Paul Rouse reflect on the week's football talking points.James Horan, Maurice Brosnan and Paul Rouse reflect on the week's football talking points.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41921413.htmlLiverpool duo Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni bonded by injury2026-10-08T12:32:00+01:002026-10-08T12:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Teenage defender Leoni has been sidelined since rupturing his ACL on his debut last September while Bradley also suffered a serious knee injury in January.Teenage defender Leoni has been sidelined since rupturing his ACL on his debut last September while Bradley also suffered a serious knee injury in January.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41921305.htmlWallabies back Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii on wing for first Bledisloe Cup Test against All Blacks2026-10-08T10:20:00+01:002026-10-08T10:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/New Zealand hit hard by injury before home international.New Zealand hit hard by injury before home international.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41920912.htmlFiery Kerry GAA meeting hears claims of 'player ownership grab’ around inter-county stars2026-10-08T08:33:00+01:002026-10-08T08:33:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kerry manager Jack O'Connor is facing an uphill battle to get his inter-county footballers the end of season downtime he deems appropriate, with club delegates in the Kingdom raising strong objections to the ideaKerry manager Jack O'Connor is facing an uphill battle to get his inter-county footballers the end of season downtime he deems appropriate, with club delegates in the Kingdom raising strong objections to the ideaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41920966.htmlDan Sheehan happy with Leinster return to cozy 'proper club ground'2026-10-08T07:10:00+01:002026-10-08T07:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It’s been two years since Leinster played in what used to be the RDS and what is now the Laya Arena.It’s been two years since Leinster played in what used to be the RDS and what is now the Laya Arena.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41920501.htmlEire Óg's Darragh Clifford on rich family history and Cork semi-final showdown2026-10-08T06:30:00+01:002026-10-08T06:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Therese O’ Callaghan speaks to Darragh Clifford, Eire Óg at the Cork football championship semi-final launch in Pairc Ui Chaoimh.Therese O’ Callaghan speaks to Darragh Clifford, Eire Óg at the Cork football championship semi-final launch in Pairc Ui Chaoimh.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41920948.htmlBlue Trix the fancy as students set to flock to Tramore 2026-10-08T04:21:00+01:002026-10-08T04:21:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Only seventh on debut at Kilbeggan at the start of last month, the five-year-old Blue Bresil mare stepped forward from that initial effort to finish third at odds of 50-1 at Downpatrick over two and quarter miles a fortnight later.Only seventh on debut at Kilbeggan at the start of last month, the five-year-old Blue Bresil mare stepped forward from that initial effort to finish third at odds of 50-1 at Downpatrick over two and quarter miles a fortnight later.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41921101.htmlNew interim Munster chief Avan Lee wants input from 'legend' Peter O'Mahony2026-10-08T04:10:00+01:002026-10-08T04:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Incoming interim Munster CEO Avan Lee has reached out to former star Peter O'Mahony, who has been critical of the province's operations.Incoming interim Munster CEO Avan Lee has reached out to former star Peter O'Mahony, who has been critical of the province's operations.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41921038.htmlJack Aungier counting on Munster move to 'light a fire' under him2026-10-08T03:29:00+01:002026-10-08T03:29:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The province has lost a number of key veterans from their front row ranks in recent times so the signings of Aungier, Marnus van der Merwe and Kieran Brookes are vital.The province has lost a number of key veterans from their front row ranks in recent times so the signings of Aungier, Marnus van der Merwe and Kieran Brookes are vital.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41921128.htmlIncoming interim CEO Avan Lee eager to draw line under Munster's negative media coverage2026-10-08T03:17:00+01:002026-10-08T03:17:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Lee will draw on his experiences of aligning the business side of the Hurricanes Super Rugby franchise he led for a decade in his native New Zealand with the high-performance arm of the Wellington outfit.Lee will draw on his experiences of aligning the business side of the Hurricanes Super Rugby franchise he led for a decade in his native New Zealand with the high-performance arm of the Wellington outfit.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41921209.htmlIreland in Kazakhstan for first of potential four-step route to World Cup finals in Brazil2026-10-08T02:32:00+01:002026-10-08T02:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/As the 21st best team in the world, according to Fifa’s rankings, the expectation is on the Irish to sweep past an opponent situated 98th in the standings.As the 21st best team in the world, according to Fifa’s rankings, the expectation is on the Irish to sweep past an opponent situated 98th in the standings.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921200.htmlCronin, Corkery and Hayes: Nemo's attacking future becomes the present2026-10-08T02:00:00+01:002026-10-08T02:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In the fourth season and 21st game where it was possible, Mark Cronin, Ross Corkery, and Bryan Hayes finally started a championship match together in the Nemo attack.In the fourth season and 21st game where it was possible, Mark Cronin, Ross Corkery, and Bryan Hayes finally started a championship match together in the Nemo attack.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921227.htmlCork ETB Premier 2 MHC final replay: St Finbarr's too strong for Killeagh2026-10-07T21:38:00+01:002026-10-07T21:38:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Barrs led uninterrupted from start to finish at CarrigtwohillThe Barrs led uninterrupted from start to finish at CarrigtwohillExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921206.html'Congratulations on an outstanding Mayo career': Andy Moran pays tribute to Cillian O'Connor following retirement2026-10-07T20:04:00+01:002026-10-07T20:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 34-year-old Ballintubber forward was part of Mayo's All-Ireland winning panel this year as the county ended its 75-year wait to claim Sam Maguire.The 34-year-old Ballintubber forward was part of Mayo's All-Ireland winning panel this year as the county ended its 75-year wait to claim Sam Maguire.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41921182.htmlCardiff council asked to approve 1am Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua ring walk2026-10-07T19:02:00+01:002026-10-07T19:02:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Principality Stadium will host the biggest fight in British boxing history, with the bout being billed as taking place on Friday, December 11.The Principality Stadium will host the biggest fight in British boxing history, with the bout being billed as taking place on Friday, December 11.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41921179.htmlJon Rahm to end LIV Golf involvement due to ‘unacceptable terms’ on offer2026-10-07T18:54:00+01:002026-10-07T18:54:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/LIV is currently going through Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the United States after Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund withdrew support at the end of the season having spent five billion US dollars (£3.7bn) in four years.LIV is currently going through Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the United States after Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund withdrew support at the end of the season having spent five billion US dollars (£3.7bn) in four years.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41921176.html'Five wins': Target is simple for Healy as Shamrock Rovers aim to clinch another title2026-10-07T18:11:00+01:002026-10-07T18:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Drogheda, too, have plenty at stake, having been dragged into the relegation battle.Drogheda, too, have plenty at stake, having been dragged into the relegation battle.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41921155.htmlCoolmore make waves with Frankel colt at Tattersalls2026-10-07T17:55:00+01:002026-10-07T17:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/MV Magnier and White Birch were also successful in securing Lot 260, a Justify colt out of the Galileo mare Stars At Night consigned by Marlhill House Stud, for 1.6m guineasMV Magnier and White Birch were also successful in securing Lot 260, a Justify colt out of the Galileo mare Stars At Night consigned by Marlhill House Stud, for 1.6m guineasExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921116.htmlBen Kelliher goal decisive for Sem in O'Sullivan Cup semi2026-10-07T16:50:00+01:002026-10-07T16:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A classy goal by the the Kerry U20 star saw off a brave Mercy Mounthawk challengeA classy goal by the the Kerry U20 star saw off a brave Mercy Mounthawk challengeExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921104.htmlSt Colman’s survive late scare to overcome battling Castletroy effort in Dean Ryan Cup2026-10-07T16:46:00+01:002026-10-07T16:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Clocking up a significant 14 first half wides, St Colman’s could and should have been out of sight before the interval.Clocking up a significant 14 first half wides, St Colman’s could and should have been out of sight before the interval.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921086.htmlMary McAleese integration replacement unveiled on Friday2026-10-07T16:25:00+01:002026-10-07T16:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/There was a reluctance on the part of the Gaelic bodies to provide new timelines for integrationThere was a reluctance on the part of the Gaelic bodies to provide new timelines for integrationExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41921170.htmlJP McManus convinced Luke Donald that Adare will be special2026-10-07T16:17:00+01:002026-10-07T16:17:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Donald will be bidding to become the first captain from either Europe or the United States to win the Ryder Cup three times in successionDonald will be bidding to become the first captain from either Europe or the United States to win the Ryder Cup three times in successionExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921074.htmlMurphy hat-trick powers Midleton CBS to Dean Ryan win2026-10-07T16:13:00+01:002026-10-07T16:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A 14-point margin was rough justice on hosts Gaelcholáiste Mhuire at the Mon FieldA 14-point margin was rough justice on hosts Gaelcholáiste Mhuire at the Mon FieldExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41921107.htmlSouthampton boss Tonda Eckert given suspended six-week ban and fine over Spygate2026-10-07T16:08:00+01:002026-10-07T16:08:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Saints were kicked out of the Championship play-off final and docked four points this term having admitted three breaches of EFL regulations after being caught snooping on semi-final opponents Middlesbrough and two other teams.Saints were kicked out of the Championship play-off final and docked four points this term having admitted three breaches of EFL regulations after being caught snooping on semi-final opponents Middlesbrough and two other teams.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41921065.htmlDefending champions Ballincollig get home advantage against UCD Marian in MSL National Cup2026-10-07T16:04:00+01:002026-10-07T16:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Meanwhile defending champions and five-time winners Killester, have received a bye to the quarter-final of the Domino’s WSL National Cup, where they await the winners of Limerick Celtics and VSC Cavan Eagles.Meanwhile defending champions and five-time winners Killester, have received a bye to the quarter-final of the Domino’s WSL National Cup, where they await the winners of Limerick Celtics and VSC Cavan Eagles.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41921032.htmlFormer GAA president backs proposed new Leinster SHC structure to increase excitement2026-10-07T15:30:00+01:002026-10-07T15:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Brennan is head of the workgroup examining the current structure of the provincial championship, and its relationship with the Joe McDonagh Cup and the All-Ireland seriesBrennan is head of the workgroup examining the current structure of the provincial championship, and its relationship with the Joe McDonagh Cup and the All-Ireland seriesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41920939.htmlAfter 'career high' England win, what awaits Ireland in Friday's U21 draw? 2026-10-07T15:09:00+01:002026-10-07T15:09:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ireland will discover in Friday’s 10am draw their opponents for a berth in next year’s Euro finals.Ireland will discover in Friday’s 10am draw their opponents for a berth in next year’s Euro finals.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41920918.htmlKerry hurlers swoop for highly-rated coach Cork were urged to fast-track2026-10-07T15:00:00+01:002026-10-07T15:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kerry have appointed highly-rated hurling coach James Kennedy as head coach in John 'Tweek' Griffin’s backroom team for 2027.Kerry have appointed highly-rated hurling coach James Kennedy as head coach in John 'Tweek' Griffin’s backroom team for 2027.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41920891.htmlWho is Avan Lee, Munster's new interim CEO?2026-10-07T14:22:00+01:002026-10-07T14:22:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The former Hurricanes CEO takes over the role from Ian Flanagan. The former Hurricanes CEO takes over the role from Ian Flanagan. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41920867.htmlMunster appoint New Zealander Avan Lee as interim CEO2026-10-07T14:00:00+01:002026-10-07T14:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Lee, who will replace Ian Flanagan, has been appointed on a one-year deal but will approach the role with an attitude of the job being permanentLee, who will replace Ian Flanagan, has been appointed on a one-year deal but will approach the role with an attitude of the job being permanentExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41920900.html'We will achieve it': Gaelic games bodies insist integration will happen2026-10-07T12:41:00+01:002026-10-07T12:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In a statement to the Joint-Oireachtas committee on arts, media, communications, culture and sport delivered by GAA president Jarlath Burns, it was said Mary McAleese's work as chairperson of the steering group 'has not been lost'In a statement to the Joint-Oireachtas committee on arts, media, communications, culture and sport delivered by GAA president Jarlath Burns, it was said Mary McAleese's work as chairperson of the steering group 'has not been lost'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41920882.htmlMax Verstappen: F1 is ‘less stressful’ after Christian Horner’s Red Bull exit2026-10-07T12:16:00+01:002026-10-07T12:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Despite being sidelined by Red Bull more than a year ago, Horner’s possible comeback remains one of the hottest topics in F1.Despite being sidelined by Red Bull more than a year ago, Horner’s possible comeback remains one of the hottest topics in F1.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41920876.htmlMikel Arteta signs new Arsenal deal until 20302026-10-07T12:04:00+01:002026-10-07T12:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Arteta’s new contract will make him the third-longest-serving Arsenal manager in the club’s historyArteta’s new contract will make him the third-longest-serving Arsenal manager in the club’s historyExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/business-of-sport/arid-41920834.htmlEuroleague shareholders reject NBA Europe offer, door open for future talks2026-10-07T11:06:00+01:002026-10-07T11:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Sources familiar with the discussions said that the Euroleague's shareholder clubs rejected a collaboration offer from the NBA, though the door on a deal was not yet closed.Sources familiar with the discussions said that the Euroleague's shareholder clubs rejected a collaboration offer from the NBA, though the door on a deal was not yet closed.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-soccer/arid-41920504.htmlJohn Fallon: Covering Ireland's games with Israel was like nothing experienced before2026-10-07T10:59:00+01:002026-10-07T10:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Racism, spitting, intimidation, surveillance. Add in espionage without a hint of paranoiaRacism, spitting, intimidation, surveillance. Add in espionage without a hint of paranoiaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41920813.htmlKyle Walker says ‘great’ Man City years cannot be taken away from players2026-10-07T10:35:00+01:002026-10-07T10:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/City have appealed against last week’s seismic judgment of an independent commission that they broke Premier League financial rules between 2009-10 and 2017-18.City have appealed against last week’s seismic judgment of an independent commission that they broke Premier League financial rules between 2009-10 and 2017-18.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41920564.htmlArena with Maurice Brosnan: Mastering the half-time team talk, from Cork GAA to Real Madrid2026-10-07T10:00:00+01:002026-10-07T10:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/On this week’s Arena, a weekly podcast from the Irish Examiner, Maurice Brosnan is joined by Eamon Devlin.On this week’s Arena, a weekly podcast from the Irish Examiner, Maurice Brosnan is joined by Eamon Devlin.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41920747.htmlLionel Messi signs off in tears after one last Argentina master class2026-10-07T08:45:00+01:002026-10-07T08:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Messi scored one goal and set up two more as Argentina beat Benin in his last game of international footballMessi scored one goal and set up two more as Argentina beat Benin in his last game of international footballExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41920312.htmlWatch: John Wigginton Barrett on the Barrs getting back on track and a Clon showdown2026-10-07T08:00:00+01:002026-10-07T08:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Blues take on Clon in the final four on Leeside on Saturday evening.The Blues take on Clon in the final four on Leeside on Saturday evening.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41920591.htmlDonal Lenihan: New Zealand show attack power and South Africa dazzle as they lay down marker2026-10-07T04:52:00+01:002026-10-07T04:52:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/From an international perspective, the season is set to be dominated by the journey to next year’s World Cup in Australia.From an international perspective, the season is set to be dominated by the journey to next year’s World Cup in Australia.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41920609.htmlRoad bowling: Consistent Daly holds off Murphy at Grange2026-10-07T04:50:00+01:002026-10-07T04:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Martin Coppinger had an emphatic win over Patrick Flood in the Noel Phair Cup at Shannonvale.Martin Coppinger had an emphatic win over Patrick Flood in the Noel Phair Cup at Shannonvale.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41920519.htmlJoe McCarthy in business mode ahead of season bow for Leinster2026-10-07T04:24:00+01:002026-10-07T04:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cardiff will revisit a revamped RDS this weekend. Cardiff will revisit a revamped RDS this weekend. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41920693.htmlRyder Cup countdown: Donald's shot at history and Ireland's chance to shine2026-10-07T03:19:00+01:002026-10-07T03:19:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Ryder Cup at Adare Manor will come nine years on from a chastening experience for Jim Fuyrk at Le Golf National but he has learned lessons sinceThe Ryder Cup at Adare Manor will come nine years on from a chastening experience for Jim Fuyrk at Le Golf National but he has learned lessons sinceExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41920420.htmlSixteen games, five sports: Páirc Uí Chaoimh facing hectic schedule2026-10-07T02:15:00+01:002026-10-07T02:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In the coming weeks, SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh will host Gaelic football and hurling games, shinty/hurling and shinty/camogie internationals along with a Munster Champions Cup game and the Ireland's World Cup play-off against KazakhstanIn the coming weeks, SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh will host Gaelic football and hurling games, shinty/hurling and shinty/camogie internationals along with a Munster Champions Cup game and the Ireland's World Cup play-off against KazakhstanExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41920687.html'They showed real character': Ireland seal play-off with comeback win over England2026-10-06T22:50:00+01:002026-10-06T22:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A comeback win at a bouncing Turner’s Cross over a team managed by former Ireland midfielder Lee Carsley propels Jim Crawford’s side into Friday’s draw for the Euro play-offs.A comeback win at a bouncing Turner’s Cross over a team managed by former Ireland midfielder Lee Carsley propels Jim Crawford’s side into Friday’s draw for the Euro play-offs.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41920714.htmlCiarán Sheehan joins Cork minor football setup as selector2026-10-06T22:30:00+01:002026-10-06T22:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Manager Keith Ricken is continuing in the post for a third season and the only major change to his backroom team is Sheehan coming on board to succeed John McNulty.Manager Keith Ricken is continuing in the post for a third season and the only major change to his backroom team is Sheehan coming on board to succeed John McNulty.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41920699.htmlNations League: Kane inspires win over Czechia, Scotland suffer defeat to Slovenia2026-10-06T21:56:00+01:002026-10-06T21:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Arsenal's Mikel Merino grabbed a brace as Spain defeated 10-man Croatia in Split.Arsenal's Mikel Merino grabbed a brace as Spain defeated 10-man Croatia in Split.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41920678.htmlCristiano Ronaldo accuses Portugal coach Jorge Jesus of broken promises2026-10-06T21:07:00+01:002026-10-06T21:07:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ronaldo insists coach ‘had broken his word to me’.Ronaldo insists coach ‘had broken his word to me’.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41920096.htmlThe Replay with Seánie McGrath: Barrs and the Glen will finally meet again in Cork showpiece2026-10-06T20:08:00+01:002026-10-06T20:08:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Former Cork captain and Glen Rovers star Stephen McDonnell and Irish Examiner GAA writer, Eoghan Cormican join Seánie to review another dramatic club weekend.Former Cork captain and Glen Rovers star Stephen McDonnell and Irish Examiner GAA writer, Eoghan Cormican join Seánie to review another dramatic club weekend.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41920666.htmlIreland seal Euro U21 play-off berth after come-from-behind victory over England2026-10-06T19:54:00+01:002026-10-06T19:54:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tommy Lonergan, who supplied goals in the wins over Slovakia and Kazakhstan that kept Ireland’s fate within their grasp, bagged a brace.Tommy Lonergan, who supplied goals in the wins over Slovakia and Kazakhstan that kept Ireland’s fate within their grasp, bagged a brace.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/