https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comSun, 01 Nov 2026 19:45:05 +0000Examiner 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-41931849.htmlFive Anfield takeaways: Pool now formidable but functional Arsenal shut them out2026-11-01T19:01:00+00:002026-11-01T19:01:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Given the uncertainty which hangs over Manchester City’s season, at this stage of the campaign it is difficult to envisage anyone other than Arsenal lifting the trophy in May.Given the uncertainty which hangs over Manchester City’s season, at this stage of the campaign it is difficult to envisage anyone other than Arsenal lifting the trophy in May.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931846.htmlRice powers Arsenal to long overdue triumph at Anfield2026-11-01T18:47:00+00:002026-11-01T18:47:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Premier League champions claim first win at Liverpool in 14 years, and restrict Andoni Iraola's side to half chancesPremier League champions claim first win at Liverpool in 14 years, and restrict Andoni Iraola's side to half chancesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931843.htmlSarsfields overcome stubborn Maynooth to capture Kildare SFC title2026-11-01T18:46:00+00:002026-11-01T18:46:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In a final that remained firmly in the balance until the closing stages, Sarsfields' experience ultimately told as they bridged a seven-year gap to their last county success and secured a record-extending 26th titleIn a final that remained firmly in the balance until the closing stages, Sarsfields' experience ultimately told as they bridged a seven-year gap to their last county success and secured a record-extending 26th titleExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41931840.htmlPrice delivers on both ends as Demons take bragging rights with win over Ballincollig2026-11-01T18:42:00+00:002026-11-01T18:42:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The defending produced by Asanti Price over the hour was off the charts as he nullified the scoring threat of Ballincollig's free-scoring American A J Williams to a mere five points.The defending produced by Asanti Price over the hour was off the charts as he nullified the scoring threat of Ballincollig's free-scoring American A J Williams to a mere five points.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931837.htmlFr Caseys end 20 year wait for Limerick SFC title with commanding victory over Kildimo Pallaskenry2026-11-01T18:32:00+00:002026-11-01T18:32:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Fr Casey Cup, which they share the name, is heading for AbbeyfealeThe Fr Casey Cup, which they share the name, is heading for AbbeyfealeExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931834.htmlJubilant Barryroe capture Carbery title again2026-11-01T18:09:00+00:002026-11-01T18:09:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Mick McCarthy Cup is another journey to the Seven Heads Peninsula.The Mick McCarthy Cup is another journey to the Seven Heads Peninsula.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931825.htmlLate Con O'Callaghan two-pointer sends Cuala to Leinster club SFC quarter-finals2026-11-01T18:01:00+00:002026-11-01T18:01:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A riveting Parnell Park tie was deadlocked at the end of the hour until All-Star nominee O'Callaghan took on the responsibility and drilled an orange flag score to put his team two points clearA riveting Parnell Park tie was deadlocked at the end of the hour until All-Star nominee O'Callaghan took on the responsibility and drilled an orange flag score to put his team two points clearExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931831.htmlWatch and read: O'Riordan stars as Erin's Own seal promotion back to top tier at first time of asking2026-11-01T17:54:00+00:002026-11-01T17:54:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Not even the injury loss of Cork senior Robbie O’Flynn at the end of the first quarter could thwart Erin’s Own's bid to replicate Glen Rovers’ feat from 2024 of bouncing back at the first attempt.Not even the injury loss of Cork senior Robbie O’Flynn at the end of the first quarter could thwart Erin’s Own's bid to replicate Glen Rovers’ feat from 2024 of bouncing back at the first attempt.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931816.htmlKelly on Loughrea’s remarkable three-in-a-row: our aim at the start was to make a semi-final2026-11-01T17:45:00+00:002026-11-01T17:45:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It is their fifth ever crown. Kelly previously had inter-county backroom team roles with Dublin and Clare as well as Cuala, but home was always going to callIt is their fifth ever crown. Kelly previously had inter-county backroom team roles with Dublin and Clare as well as Cuala, but home was always going to callExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931813.htmlCullinan: Extra week break worked for Inagh-Kilnamona2026-11-01T17:39:00+00:002026-11-01T17:39:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Clare champions’ manager reckoned that extra week made the difference against a Glen side who won the Cork title a fortnight ago.The Clare champions’ manager reckoned that extra week made the difference against a Glen side who won the Cork title a fortnight ago.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931810.htmlUCD book playoff final date with Drogheda2026-11-01T17:30:00+00:002026-11-01T17:30:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/UCD finally overcame Bray Wanderers at the fifth time of asking this seasonUCD finally overcame Bray Wanderers at the fifth time of asking this seasonExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41931804.htmlLee and Harnett notch winner-a-piece at Curragh on day both are crowned 2026 champions2026-11-01T17:09:00+00:002026-11-01T17:09:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Lee signed off a memorable season and registered his 99th win of the campaign when partnering the progressive, Willie Mullins-trained three-year-old Thread Of Gold to a smooth success in the listed Finale StakesLee signed off a memorable season and registered his 99th win of the campaign when partnering the progressive, Willie Mullins-trained three-year-old Thread Of Gold to a smooth success in the listed Finale StakesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931798.htmlLoughrea break Tommy Larkin’s heart to secure three in a row2026-11-01T16:55:00+00:002026-11-01T16:55:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The champions march on to an All-Ireland semi-final.The champions march on to an All-Ireland semi-final.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931795.htmlMartin O’Neill tells Celtic to cut out defensive errors after Falkirk defeat2026-11-01T16:40:00+00:002026-11-01T16:40:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/First-half goals from Ethan Ross and Scott Tanser – and a brilliant display from goalkeeper Scott Bain – earned Falkirk a 2-0 winFirst-half goals from Ethan Ross and Scott Tanser – and a brilliant display from goalkeeper Scott Bain – earned Falkirk a 2-0 winExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931801.htmlPowerful second half fires Barrs back into another Munster final2026-11-01T16:36:00+00:002026-11-01T16:36:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Barrs were struggling to cope with the Thurles ferocity early on but roared back into the gameThe Barrs were struggling to cope with the Thurles ferocity early on but roared back into the gameExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41931828.htmlNolan celebrates 'unreal feeling' after securing DP World Tour card2026-11-01T16:23:00+00:002026-11-01T16:23:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Galway player qualifies after Road to Mallorca Grand Final on HotelPlanner TourGalway player qualifies after Road to Mallorca Grand Final on HotelPlanner TourExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931852.htmlWatch and read: Tipp stars McGarry and Kennedy help end Ballincollig run2026-11-01T16:18:00+00:002026-11-01T16:18:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Before a massive crowd the Tipperary men were ultimately more clinical and kept Ballincollig at arm’s length when they briefly threatened a comebackBefore a massive crowd the Tipperary men were ultimately more clinical and kept Ballincollig at arm’s length when they briefly threatened a comebackExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931783.htmlPaul Walsh guides weary Kanturk to their twin peaks - winners and promoted to football's top tier 2026-11-01T16:14:00+00:002026-11-01T16:14:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kanturk know heartbreak at this level too well over the past three years so they will, in time, sympathise with Eire Og who played a lot of, and in truth, the more free-flowing football.Kanturk know heartbreak at this level too well over the past three years so they will, in time, sympathise with Eire Og who played a lot of, and in truth, the more free-flowing football.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931789.htmlKeeper's red card sours Gailltír win over Clanmaurice 2026-11-01T16:04:00+00:002026-11-01T16:04:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/With Alannah O’Sullivan controlling midfield, the Waterford side were deserving winnersWith Alannah O’Sullivan controlling midfield, the Waterford side were deserving winnersExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931774.htmlAbbeydorney edge another extra-time epic at expense of Clashmore2026-11-01T16:00:00+00:002026-11-01T16:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Substitute Oisin Maunsell struck the decisive goal, while Michael O’Leary’s extraordinary late equaliser rescued Abbeydorney from defeat in normal timeSubstitute Oisin Maunsell struck the decisive goal, while Michael O’Leary’s extraordinary late equaliser rescued Abbeydorney from defeat in normal timeExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931765.htmlGlen manager Mulcahy on age eligibility regulation: 'There's a big argument for it to be abolished'2026-11-01T15:43:00+00:002026-11-01T15:43:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/ince 2024, the county has prohibited an U18 player from lining out at adult level from all levels above and including premier juniorince 2024, the county has prohibited an U18 player from lining out at adult level from all levels above and including premier juniorExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931747.htmlCeltic stunned by Falkirk as inspired Scott Bain frustrates former club2026-11-01T15:05:00+00:002026-11-01T15:05:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Bain made 10 saves as Martin O’Neill’s side endured an afternoon of frustration and suffered a sixth defeat in 10 matches.Bain made 10 saves as Martin O’Neill’s side endured an afternoon of frustration and suffered a sixth defeat in 10 matches.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931735.htmlMcCarthy shines again as Clare champs have too much for Glen Rovers2026-11-01T14:48:00+00:002026-11-01T14:48:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Glen Rovers were second best for almost the entirety of this quarter-final where Inagh-Kilnamona’s work-rate was outstanding.Glen Rovers were second best for almost the entirety of this quarter-final where Inagh-Kilnamona’s work-rate was outstanding.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931714.html'Man Utd squad still trust each other': Bryan Mbeumo after Lisandro Martinez red2026-11-01T14:26:00+00:002026-11-01T14:26:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/United were beaten 2-0 at Stamford Bridge and are now 17th in the Premier League after losing a third match in a rowUnited were beaten 2-0 at Stamford Bridge and are now 17th in the Premier League after losing a third match in a rowExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41931645.htmlIrish sport plunged into grief by the passing of much loved athlete Ciara Mageean2026-11-01T14:11:00+00:002026-11-01T14:11:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A statement posted on her social media platforms read: "At 6.30am this morning, Ciara lost her battle with cancer surrounded by her loved ones'A statement posted on her social media platforms read: "At 6.30am this morning, Ciara lost her battle with cancer surrounded by her loved ones'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931699.htmlDonoughmore finish with a flourish to beat Dripsey and land first Muskerry hurling title2026-11-01T13:37:00+00:002026-11-01T13:37:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Last year's football winners hit the last four points to capture their first Junior A hurling cup at Cloughduv.Last year's football winners hit the last four points to capture their first Junior A hurling cup at Cloughduv.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41931681.htmlIreland wait on Sam Prendergast's fitness ahead of Argentina November opener2026-11-01T13:30:00+00:002026-11-01T13:30:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/An IRFU statement said the management remains "optimistic" that he will be available for selectionAn IRFU statement said the management remains "optimistic" that he will be available for selectionExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931690.htmlAs it happened: Kanturk and Erin's Own seal promotion to top tier 2026-11-01T13:28:00+00:002026-11-01T13:28:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In Cork, there was joy for the Kanturk footballers and the Erin's Own hurlers, while Loughrea retained their Galway SHC title.In Cork, there was joy for the Kanturk footballers and the Erin's Own hurlers, while Loughrea retained their Galway SHC title.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931618.htmlIf Arteta is keeping dossiers on other managers, he's playing dangerous game for Arsenal2026-11-01T09:10:00+00:002026-11-01T09:10:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The manager is not yet in Alex Ferguson and José Mourinho’s league, but his conspiracy theories have reached new levelsThe manager is not yet in Alex Ferguson and José Mourinho’s league, but his conspiracy theories have reached new levelsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41931504.htmlMack Hansen: 'There were sticky days when I was worried that was going to be it'2026-11-01T07:07:00+00:002026-11-01T07:07:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Connacht and Ireland star feels stronger than ever, speed-wise he’s not far off, but he’s still rugby rusty, he says.The Connacht and Ireland star feels stronger than ever, speed-wise he’s not far off, but he’s still rugby rusty, he says.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41931609.htmlHamilton: First Ferrari pole reminds me of Michael Schumacher’s success2026-10-31T23:31:00+00:002026-10-31T23:31:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 41-year-old earned his first pole position in over three years, since the Hungarian Grand Prix in 2023 – 1,197 days ago – in Mexico City.The 41-year-old earned his first pole position in over three years, since the Hungarian Grand Prix in 2023 – 1,197 days ago – in Mexico City.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931624.htmlAston Villa boss Unai Emery accepts Zion Suzuki’s howler as ‘part of football’2026-10-31T23:14:00+00:002026-10-31T23:14:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Villa goalkeeper spilled a corner behind the line to gift Fulham a pointThe Villa goalkeeper spilled a corner behind the line to gift Fulham a pointExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931603.htmlSuzuki's blunder costs Villa as Fulham steal a point 2026-10-31T23:13:00+00:002026-10-31T23:13:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Villa goalkeeper spilled a corner behind the line for a hapless own goal midway through the second half as the Cottagers made it four points from two games to ease pressure on boss Alvaro Arbeloa.The Villa goalkeeper spilled a corner behind the line for a hapless own goal midway through the second half as the Cottagers made it four points from two games to ease pressure on boss Alvaro Arbeloa.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41931597.html'Time after time he produces' - O'Brien claims $5m Breeders’ Cup Turf as Benvenuto Cellini triumphs2026-10-31T22:34:00+00:002026-10-31T22:34:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Aidan O’Brien, who was winning the Turf for a record-extending eighth time, also secured third with the aforementioned Diamond Necklace, while the victory gave masterful Ryan Moore a record sixth success in the $5million feature.Aidan O’Brien, who was winning the Turf for a record-extending eighth time, also secured third with the aforementioned Diamond Necklace, while the victory gave masterful Ryan Moore a record sixth success in the $5million feature.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41931594.html'Zero pace, zero tempo, as if we were playing for the first time' - O'Gara takes blame as La Rochelle slump to Stade2026-10-31T22:33:00+00:002026-10-31T22:33:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Top 14 wrap: Ronan O'Gara looked inward after his indisciplined and error-prone side lost for the second game in a row, falling 43-24 to Stade Francais Top 14 wrap: Ronan O'Gara looked inward after his indisciplined and error-prone side lost for the second game in a row, falling 43-24 to Stade Francais Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931627.htmlHarry Kane misses penalty as Bayern Munich share points with Borussia Dortmund2026-10-31T22:31:00+00:002026-10-31T22:31:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ballon d’Or winner Harry Kane could not add a team victory to personal gloryBallon d’Or winner Harry Kane could not add a team victory to personal gloryExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931591.html'It's the same players from junior all the way up to senior' — Allen salutes rise of Uibh Laoire's rocket men2026-10-31T22:01:00+00:002026-10-31T22:01:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'We approached it as another game and there were no sideshows around the razzmatazz in the lead up to it.''We approached it as another game and there were no sideshows around the razzmatazz in the lead up to it.'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931588.htmlEuropean round-up: Kane misses penalty as Dortmund share spoils in Der Klassiker2026-10-31T21:35:00+00:002026-10-31T21:35:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Atlético Madrid go temporarily top of La Liga after win over Levante as third-placed Roma beat struggling Udinese 5-2 in ItalyAtlético Madrid go temporarily top of La Liga after win over Levante as third-placed Roma beat struggling Udinese 5-2 in ItalyExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41931582.htmlDeterministic denies Notable Speech in Breeders' Cup Mile2026-10-31T21:24:00+00:002026-10-31T21:24:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/There was to be no unbeaten season for Blue Bolt as Kathynmarissa led home a US-trained one-two in the Makers Mark Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf at Keeneland.There was to be no unbeaten season for Blue Bolt as Kathynmarissa led home a US-trained one-two in the Makers Mark Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf at Keeneland.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931573.htmlUibh Laoire go goal-crazy to seal Cork PIFC title and senior status for the first time2026-10-31T20:43:00+00:002026-10-31T20:43:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Redemption from last year's heartache as Uibh Laoire had 1-2 on the board before Kiskeam registered a first shot and raised a first flag of the night.Redemption from last year's heartache as Uibh Laoire had 1-2 on the board before Kiskeam registered a first shot and raised a first flag of the night.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931579.htmlDiarmuid Ó Mathúnas go the extra mile to see off Whitechurch for famous scalp2026-10-31T20:39:00+00:002026-10-31T20:39:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/hat-trick hero Jamie Lucey struck for 1-1 in the closing stages and his side now face Donoughmore in the Cork JAHC semi-final.hat-trick hero Jamie Lucey struck for 1-1 in the closing stages and his side now face Donoughmore in the Cork JAHC semi-final.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41931567.htmlMcMillan applauds Munster CEO's 'brave statement' over Tadhg Furlong citing case2026-10-31T20:31:00+00:002026-10-31T20:31:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The decision in favour of Furlong was followed by a statement from Munster that stated Coombes continued to have the full backing of the club and with Lee criticising “unhelpful commentary from people with a clear influence over public opinion”.The decision in favour of Furlong was followed by a statement from Munster that stated Coombes continued to have the full backing of the club and with Lee criticising “unhelpful commentary from people with a clear influence over public opinion”.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931606.htmlKerry's Cillard make history with first Munster club win2026-10-31T20:12:00+00:002026-10-31T20:12:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Waterford's Abbeyside are finally seen in off in extra-time as Cillard Kerry senior side Clanmaurice in winning a Munster club gameWaterford's Abbeyside are finally seen in off in extra-time as Cillard Kerry senior side Clanmaurice in winning a Munster club gameExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931555.htmlThree wins in a row as Spurs coast past 10-man Palace to move into top half 2026-10-31T19:49:00+00:002026-10-31T19:49:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Buoyed by only a second triumph at Chelsea in 36 years last weekend, Spurs’ task was made more routine by a 13th-minute red card for Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta for a studs-up tackle on Micky van de Ven.Buoyed by only a second triumph at Chelsea in 36 years last weekend, Spurs’ task was made more routine by a 13th-minute red card for Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta for a studs-up tackle on Micky van de Ven.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41931546.htmlSharks provide the fireworks as sorry Munster fail to fire in Limerick2026-10-31T19:32:00+00:002026-10-31T19:32:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tradition dictates we call this a Halloween horror show. Munster had lost only two players to the Ireland squad. They should have been much better than this. An attendance of just 10,403 is another indicator of how far the club has to go.Tradition dictates we call this a Halloween horror show. Munster had lost only two players to the Ireland squad. They should have been much better than this. An attendance of just 10,403 is another indicator of how far the club has to go.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931549.htmlManchester United’s capitulation at Chelsea paints the picture of a club that barely exists2026-10-31T19:14:00+00:002026-10-31T19:14:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The obvious question after this 2-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge is how much longer United will continue to lose games under the current manager, as opposed to losing games under the next one.The obvious question after this 2-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge is how much longer United will continue to lose games under the current manager, as opposed to losing games under the next one.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41931543.htmlHockey League round-up: Shocks aplenty as Lisnagarvey and Railway Union stay out in front2026-10-31T19:07:00+00:002026-10-31T19:07:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In the Women’s EYHL, Portadown produced a stunning comeback away to Old Alex, coming from two goals behind to win 3-2. Monkstown bolstered their survival hopes as they overcame college side UCD. In the Women’s EYHL, Portadown produced a stunning comeback away to Old Alex, coming from two goals behind to win 3-2. Monkstown bolstered their survival hopes as they overcame college side UCD. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931534.htmlBandon survive nerve-shredding finale to clinch Cork IAHC crown as Aghada fall just short2026-10-31T18:51:00+00:002026-10-31T18:51:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The silverware was to pass under the Viaduct, but not without a some nervy moments down the stretch at Páirc Uí ChaoimhThe silverware was to pass under the Viaduct, but not without a some nervy moments down the stretch at Páirc Uí ChaoimhExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41931528.htmlAIL round-up: Old Belvedere crush Cork Con as Terenure run riot against UCD2026-10-31T18:08:00+00:002026-10-31T18:08:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Old Belvedere maintained their excellent form with a 24-7 bonus-point victory away to Cork Constitution at Temple Hill.Old Belvedere maintained their excellent form with a 24-7 bonus-point victory away to Cork Constitution at Temple Hill.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931525.htmlEnciso helps Ipswich rescue a point as Hull stay unbeaten at home 2026-10-31T17:40:00+00:002026-10-31T17:40:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Both sides were left to rue missing decent chances in the closing minutes of the game as they had to settle for a point, extending Hull’s winless run to eight games.Both sides were left to rue missing decent chances in the closing minutes of the game as they had to settle for a point, extending Hull’s winless run to eight games.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931522.htmlBlack Cats still unlucky in league as Coventry pile on the pain 2026-10-31T17:36:00+00:002026-10-31T17:36:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Saturday’s 3-1 defeat to Coventry, who started the day only one point and one place better off down at the foot of the table, means they have taken only one point from six league gamesSaturday’s 3-1 defeat to Coventry, who started the day only one point and one place better off down at the foot of the table, means they have taken only one point from six league gamesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931519.htmlTrafford howler sets Bournemouth on their way to victory over Leeds2026-10-31T17:29:00+00:002026-10-31T17:29:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The England international inexplicably gave away possession following a short goal-kick, allowing Justin Kluivert to set up Cherries forward Evanilson to score his fifth goal in six games in the 31st minute.The England international inexplicably gave away possession following a short goal-kick, allowing Justin Kluivert to set up Cherries forward Evanilson to score his fifth goal in six games in the 31st minute.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931516.htmlThiago on target as Andrews and Brentford end barren run by beating hapless Forest2026-10-31T17:18:00+00:002026-10-31T17:18:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Forest had 15 shots at goal, with one on target, compared to Brentford’s seven efforts with one on target, and still managed to lose by two.Forest had 15 shots at goal, with one on target, compared to Brentford’s seven efforts with one on target, and still managed to lose by two.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931510.htmlAyari helps Brighton get swift revenge as leaders City lose again2026-10-31T17:08:00+00:002026-10-31T17:08:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It was a second successive Premier League defeat for leaders City after opening the campaign with seven wins in a row.It was a second successive Premier League defeat for leaders City after opening the campaign with seven wins in a row.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931507.htmlGer Manley steps down as Cork camogie boss 2026-10-31T17:07:00+00:002026-10-31T17:07:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Manley led the Rebel County to two All-Ireland titles.Manley led the Rebel County to two All-Ireland titles.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41931501.htmlUlster still waiting for first URC win after slumping to Stormers2026-10-31T16:50:00+00:002026-10-31T16:50:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Yaqeen Ahmed scored 13 points as the hosts made it four successive bonus-point wins with a 33-7 victory.Yaqeen Ahmed scored 13 points as the hosts made it four successive bonus-point wins with a 33-7 victory.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41931495.htmlImpressive Douglas honour the late Johnny Grimes as they move step closer to Junior football title target2026-10-31T16:37:00+00:002026-10-31T16:37:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Carrigaline will be disappointed with their efforts at Shanbally. They barely laid a glove on Douglas for 45 minutes, trailing 1-7 to 0-2 at the break, and only adding another point by the three quarter stage.Carrigaline will be disappointed with their efforts at Shanbally. They barely laid a glove on Douglas for 45 minutes, trailing 1-7 to 0-2 at the break, and only adding another point by the three quarter stage.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41931498.htmlArsenal boss Mikel Arteta knows red card will be learning curve for Max Dowman2026-10-31T16:32:00+00:002026-10-31T16:32:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The teenager was sent off with a red card in the 85th minute of Arsenal’s Carabao Cup penalty shootout loss at Fleetwood.The teenager was sent off with a red card in the 85th minute of Arsenal’s Carabao Cup penalty shootout loss at Fleetwood.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41931483.htmlHaiti Couleurs shines from the front at Down Royal to deny Romeo Coolio2026-10-31T16:27:00+00:002026-10-31T16:27:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Paul Townend – riding the nine-year-old for the first time with Sean Bowen required at Wetherby – immediately sent the Rebecca Curtis-trained Irish and Welsh National hero to the frontPaul Townend – riding the nine-year-old for the first time with Sean Bowen required at Wetherby – immediately sent the Rebecca Curtis-trained Irish and Welsh National hero to the frontExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41931489.htmlBeibhinn Parsons hat-trick helps brilliant Ireland storm past South Africa in Cape Town2026-10-31T16:21:00+00:002026-10-31T16:21:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ireland followed up last week’s 40-27 win over the Springboks to make it back-to-back victories in South Africa for the first time.Ireland followed up last week’s 40-27 win over the Springboks to make it back-to-back victories in South Africa for the first time.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/