https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comTue, 21 Jul 2026 16:29:50 +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-41883541.htmlPGA Tour and DP World Tour announce strategic alliance with Asian Tour2026-07-21T16:15:00+01:002026-07-21T16:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The DP World Tour said this new chapter for global golf is effective immediately and runs through at least 2029, creating new commercial and playing opportunities while establishing pathways for leading Asian Tour members to join European circuits starting in 2027The DP World Tour said this new chapter for global golf is effective immediately and runs through at least 2029, creating new commercial and playing opportunities while establishing pathways for leading Asian Tour members to join European circuits starting in 2027Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41883517.htmlDerry accept Uefa sanction after crowd trouble2026-07-21T15:38:00+01:002026-07-21T15:38:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Derry vowed to identify any troublemakers and dish out appropriate action, including lifetime bans.Derry vowed to identify any troublemakers and dish out appropriate action, including lifetime bans.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/business-of-sport/arid-41883508.htmlWorld Cup decider outstrips All-Ireland final for TV viewers2026-07-21T15:32:00+01:002026-07-21T15:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/BBC’s average audience was 9.7m, four times as much as its rival – similar to its lead four years ago.BBC’s average audience was 9.7m, four times as much as its rival – similar to its lead four years ago.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41883496.htmlTransfer News: Benfica sign former Villa star Duran on loan, PSG eye Spain hero Torres2026-07-21T15:05:00+01:002026-07-21T15:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Meanwhile, Bournemouth view Alex Scott as being not for sale this summer despite the midfielder rejecting a new contract, the Press Association understandsMeanwhile, Bournemouth view Alex Scott as being not for sale this summer despite the midfielder rejecting a new contract, the Press Association understandsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41883034.htmlJohn Kiely: No outside influence will decide Limerick future2026-07-21T15:00:00+01:002026-07-21T15:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Limerick manager said the nter-county season could be moved but it can’t be elongated. He also suggested that the number of substitutions allowed should be increased to sevenThe Limerick manager said the nter-county season could be moved but it can’t be elongated. He also suggested that the number of substitutions allowed should be increased to sevenExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41883451.htmlFIFA is 'destroying the football industry' claims LaLiga chief Javier Tebas2026-07-21T14:38:00+01:002026-07-21T14:38:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tebas launched his attack on Infantino and FIFA as the dust settled on the 2026 World Cup amid suggestions that the 2030 tournament could be increased from 48 to 64 teamsTebas launched his attack on Infantino and FIFA as the dust settled on the 2026 World Cup amid suggestions that the 2030 tournament could be increased from 48 to 64 teamsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41883439.htmlCeltic and Rangers charged by SFA over trouble after Scottish Cup game at Ibrox2026-07-21T14:10:00+01:002026-07-21T14:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Both are accused of breaching the SFA’s rule 37, which centres on “good order and security” and “unacceptable conduct”.Both are accused of breaching the SFA’s rule 37, which centres on “good order and security” and “unacceptable conduct”.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41883403.htmlVingegaard’s and Pogacar’s night-time doping tests authorised by Paris judge2026-07-21T13:20:00+01:002026-07-21T13:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Night-time testing was introduced primarily to combat the use of micro-dosing of performance-enhancing products, a practice which allows only a short window for detection.Night-time testing was introduced primarily to combat the use of micro-dosing of performance-enhancing products, a practice which allows only a short window for detection.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41883379.htmlKerry camogie management team departs after All-Ireland semi-final defeat2026-07-21T12:43:00+01:002026-07-21T12:43:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/John Madden said he has "no doubt" that Kerry "will be winning more trophies in the years ahead".John Madden said he has "no doubt" that Kerry "will be winning more trophies in the years ahead".Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41883367.htmlCork's John Doyle eyes dream South of Ireland debut2026-07-21T12:28:00+01:002026-07-21T12:28:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A strong performance at Lahinch this week would enhance Doyle's chances of being part of the Great Britain and Ireland Walker Cup teamA strong performance at Lahinch this week would enhance Doyle's chances of being part of the Great Britain and Ireland Walker Cup teamExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41883358.htmlIreland's Matt Doherty on the move to Premier League promotion hopefuls Sheffield United2026-07-21T12:24:00+01:002026-07-21T12:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Doherty joins the Championship outfit on an initial one-year deal, with the option of a further yearDoherty joins the Championship outfit on an initial one-year deal, with the option of a further yearExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41883322.html'I really respected him': Alex Ferguson pays tribute to great rival Kevin Keegan2026-07-21T11:50:00+01:002026-07-21T11:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The former Manchester United boss was the man famously on the other end of Keegan’s “I’d love it, absolutely love it, if we beat them” rantThe former Manchester United boss was the man famously on the other end of Keegan’s “I’d love it, absolutely love it, if we beat them” rantExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41883283.htmlCork chairman proposes radical revamp of All-Ireland hurling championship2026-07-21T11:14:00+01:002026-07-21T11:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Rebel county chief Pat Horgan has put forward a plan to spur Croke Park into corrective action as the game of hurling requires a “lift”.Rebel county chief Pat Horgan has put forward a plan to spur Croke Park into corrective action as the game of hurling requires a “lift”.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41883295.htmlKerry v Mayo in the All-Ireland SFC final: Throw-in time, TV details and everything you need to know2026-07-21T10:46:00+01:002026-07-21T10:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It promises to be another enthralling contest in the football championship.It promises to be another enthralling contest in the football championship.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41883022.htmlKieran Shannon: How the Kerry and Mayo cast of 2006 final still looms over this All-Ireland2026-07-21T10:34:00+01:002026-07-21T10:34:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/There is cause for Mayo hope against Kerry. They have Andy Moran. In his backroom he has Keith Higgins, possibly the best one-to-one defender of his generation, and judging by Mayo’s improvement in recent weeks, one of the finest coaches in that art as well.There is cause for Mayo hope against Kerry. They have Andy Moran. In his backroom he has Keith Higgins, possibly the best one-to-one defender of his generation, and judging by Mayo’s improvement in recent weeks, one of the finest coaches in that art as well.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41883202.htmlLionel Messi proud of Argentina but says final loss ‘will take time to heal’2026-07-21T08:52:00+01:002026-07-21T08:52:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'Thank you from the bottom of my heart for every greeting and message,' the Miami star said.'Thank you from the bottom of my heart for every greeting and message,' the Miami star said.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41882731.htmlHenry de Bromhead likely to dominate in Ballinrobe2026-07-21T08:32:00+01:002026-07-21T08:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/His best chance comes in the RBC Brewin Dolphin Rated Novice Hurdle where Lureka Du Noyer can score in the hands of Darragh O’Keeffe.His best chance comes in the RBC Brewin Dolphin Rated Novice Hurdle where Lureka Du Noyer can score in the hands of Darragh O’Keeffe.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882794.htmlDarragh O'Donovan has no regrets about Cork flag plant: 'I'd do it again tomorrow morning'2026-07-21T07:06:00+01:002026-07-21T07:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Despite starring in Cork last month, O’Donovan was dropped for the All-Ireland final.Despite starring in Cork last month, O’Donovan was dropped for the All-Ireland final.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882986.htmlAndy Moran: Mayo getting better at minding the mavericks2026-07-21T06:30:00+01:002026-07-21T06:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/There's no time yet for Toy Story, but Andy Moran is loving the Mayo journey ahead of the All-Ireland final.There's no time yet for Toy Story, but Andy Moran is loving the Mayo journey ahead of the All-Ireland final.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41883091.htmlFogarty Forum: Back-to-back final weekends erode hurling and football2026-07-21T02:45:00+01:002026-07-21T02:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Limerick's Darragh O'Donovan says the National Hurling League goes on too long and there should be a cap on the amount of game time each player is allowed in the competitionLimerick's Darragh O'Donovan says the National Hurling League goes on too long and there should be a cap on the amount of game time each player is allowed in the competitionExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41882761.htmlJames Ryan: Ireland are not at the level that we want to be yet2026-07-21T02:39:00+01:002026-07-21T02:39:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It’s six losses on the bounce now for Andy Farrell’s side against the sides we can safely label for now as The Big Three.It’s six losses on the bounce now for Andy Farrell’s side against the sides we can safely label for now as The Big Three.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41883052.htmlJack O'Connor interview: 'I'm more of an overseer, more of a kind of a director now'2026-07-21T02:30:00+01:002026-07-21T02:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Sunday will be the Kerry manager's 11th All-Ireland final and ninth as manager. That’s irretrievable institutional memory. Invaluable. Sunday will be the Kerry manager's 11th All-Ireland final and ninth as manager. That’s irretrievable institutional memory. Invaluable. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-gaa/arid-41883043.htmlPatrick Horgan: Galway learned a harsh lesson about life on Limerick's terms2026-07-21T02:30:00+01:002026-07-21T02:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Galway had a pretty inexperienced team outside of a few of the older lads: did they get a bit spooked by the occasion?Galway had a pretty inexperienced team outside of a few of the older lads: did they get a bit spooked by the occasion?Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41883118.htmlFear of hearing Frank and Walters drove O'Donovan on2026-07-21T02:00:00+01:002026-07-21T02:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The song was blasted out in Croke Park after Cork’s 2024 All-Ireland semi-final win over Limerick.The song was blasted out in Croke Park after Cork’s 2024 All-Ireland semi-final win over Limerick.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41883127.htmlFifa to investigate potential disciplinary breaches by Argentina in final2026-07-20T22:04:00+01:002026-07-20T22:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After reviewing the match commissioner's report, Fifa decided to appoint a disciplinary and ethics prosecutor to probe potential breaches of its disciplinary code.After reviewing the match commissioner's report, Fifa decided to appoint a disciplinary and ethics prosecutor to probe potential breaches of its disciplinary code.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41883070.htmlWar Rooms comes good at Ballinrobe for father and son team 2026-07-20T20:42:00+01:002026-07-20T20:42:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Colin Keane completed a double when the class-act on the card, 96-rated 8/11 favourite Nuit, trained by Henry de Bromhead, bolted up in the concluding maiden.Colin Keane completed a double when the class-act on the card, 96-rated 8/11 favourite Nuit, trained by Henry de Bromhead, bolted up in the concluding maiden.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41883064.htmlMomentum with World Cup expansion to 64 teams from 20302026-07-20T20:32:00+01:002026-07-20T20:32:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/From a European perspective, Uefa’s quota could rise from 16 nations to 19 in a 64-team World CupFrom a European perspective, Uefa’s quota could rise from 16 nations to 19 in a 64-team World CupExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882701.htmlWatch: Alan O'Connor on St Finbarr's parking last season, Steven Sherlock's sharp-shooting and Cork Premier SFC hopes2026-07-20T19:09:00+01:002026-07-20T19:09:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Blues stalwart speaks to Therese O'Callaghan ahead of the Cork Premier SFC throw-in.The Blues stalwart speaks to Therese O'Callaghan ahead of the Cork Premier SFC throw-in.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41883007.html'The best team won': Pico Lopes reflects on facing Spain and Argentina2026-07-20T18:16:00+01:002026-07-20T18:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Should Shamrock Rovers beat Ararat-Armenia over two legs, they’ll meet either Egnatia (Albania) or Celje (Slovenia) in the third round of Champions League qualifiersShould Shamrock Rovers beat Ararat-Armenia over two legs, they’ll meet either Egnatia (Albania) or Celje (Slovenia) in the third round of Champions League qualifiersExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41883004.htmlRedemption of Rodri leaves parade of stars in his shadow2026-07-20T17:43:00+01:002026-07-20T17:43:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Much of what Rodri does is indefinable – his great skill is simply being, existing in the right spacesMuch of what Rodri does is indefinable – his great skill is simply being, existing in the right spacesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41883001.html'Talent in the county is undoubted': Donoghue backs Galway youth2026-07-20T17:16:00+01:002026-07-20T17:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Micheál Donoghue said that in time, Galway will see the 2026 season as a positive one despite a disappointing performance in the All-Ireland final against LimerickMicheál Donoghue said that in time, Galway will see the 2026 season as a positive one despite a disappointing performance in the All-Ireland final against LimerickExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41882947.htmlEngland games were big draw again, as RTÉ secure rights to 2030 World Cup2026-07-20T16:46:00+01:002026-07-20T16:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The final generated over 1.4 million streams on RTÉ Player, making it the most-streamed single event in the platform's history. The final generated over 1.4 million streams on RTÉ Player, making it the most-streamed single event in the platform's history. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882929.htmlLimerick heroes Hegarty and Finn at 90th birthday of superfan Mikey Ryan 2026-07-20T16:21:00+01:002026-07-20T16:21:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ahead of Sunday’s All-Ireland SHC final win over Galway, Gearóid Hegarty spoke about attending the party for Ryan, arguably Limerick's most famous fan.Ahead of Sunday’s All-Ireland SHC final win over Galway, Gearóid Hegarty spoke about attending the party for Ryan, arguably Limerick's most famous fan.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41882902.htmlLiverpool and Newcastle legend Kevin Keegan dies aged 752026-07-20T15:30:00+01:002026-07-20T15:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Keegan was twice named European Footballer of the YearKeegan was twice named European Footballer of the YearExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882890.htmlDalo’s Hurling Show: Limerick complete the winners' circle but no sign of them going anywhere2026-07-20T15:26:00+01:002026-07-20T15:26:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Liam Sheedy joins Anthony Daly, TJ Ryan and Mark Landers to review the All-Ireland hurling final and look back over the season as a whole.Liam Sheedy joins Anthony Daly, TJ Ryan and Mark Landers to review the All-Ireland hurling final and look back over the season as a whole.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41882926.htmlHead coach 'proud' of historic fifth place for Ireland U20s at Youth EuroBasket2026-07-20T15:21:00+01:002026-07-20T15:21:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ireland finished with a 5-2 record in Division BIreland finished with a 5-2 record in Division BExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41882881.htmlRhasidat Adeleke targets European qualifier over 200m at nationals2026-07-20T15:05:00+01:002026-07-20T15:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/At the National Championships on Saturday, Adeleke could square off against Lauren Roy and Sharlene Mawdsley for the 200m titleAt the National Championships on Saturday, Adeleke could square off against Lauren Roy and Sharlene Mawdsley for the 200m titleExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882815.htmlGallery: Limerick visit Crumlin Children’s Hospital after All-Ireland hurling title win2026-07-20T14:38:00+01:002026-07-20T14:38:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Treaty County reclaimed the Liam MacCarthy cup with a convincing win over Galway on Sunday before bringing the silverware to Crumlin on MondayThe Treaty County reclaimed the Liam MacCarthy cup with a convincing win over Galway on Sunday before bringing the silverware to Crumlin on MondayExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41882854.htmlRyan Fox happy he adds to family's great sporting history with Open win2026-07-20T14:36:00+01:002026-07-20T14:36:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Fox's father Grant won the 1987 Rugby World Cup with the All Blacks while his grandfather Merv Wallace captained New Zealand in cricketFox's father Grant won the 1987 Rugby World Cup with the All Blacks while his grandfather Merv Wallace captained New Zealand in cricketExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41882740.htmlBryson DeChambeau wanted Donald Trump to intervene in Open controversy – reports2026-07-20T13:18:00+01:002026-07-20T13:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/American journalist Geoff Shackelford claimed DeChambeau requested to speak to Trump during lengthy discussions with the R&A regarding the penalty, which dropped him from second place and two off the lead on Friday.American journalist Geoff Shackelford claimed DeChambeau requested to speak to Trump during lengthy discussions with the R&A regarding the penalty, which dropped him from second place and two off the lead on Friday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41882527.htmlLionel Messi’s World Cup fairytale ends with pitiful Argentina as final villains2026-07-20T09:31:00+01:002026-07-20T09:31:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Game’s greatest player will not see his legacy sullied by defeat to Spain but his team’s display destroyed the gameGame’s greatest player will not see his legacy sullied by defeat to Spain but his team’s display destroyed the gameExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41882518.htmlMunster rugby review 'not an investigation, disciplinary process or a fault-finding exercise'2026-07-20T09:18:00+01:002026-07-20T09:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Views are being sought from players and non-playing staff, and a broad range of others with a direct interest in how Munster Rugby is governed and runViews are being sought from players and non-playing staff, and a broad range of others with a direct interest in how Munster Rugby is governed and runExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-gaa/arid-41882386.htmlAnthony Daly: Limerick have set a standard that will echo for eternity2026-07-20T09:15:00+01:002026-07-20T09:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Once again, Limerick produced the goods on the biggest day of the year, which is a remarkable testament to a generational groupOnce again, Limerick produced the goods on the biggest day of the year, which is a remarkable testament to a generational groupExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41882494.html'I want to thank myself': Rodri reflects on path from injury to World Cup glory2026-07-20T08:47:00+01:002026-07-20T08:47:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 30-year-old midfielder was hit by ligament damage in innocuous circumstances in September 2024 – just a month before being named Ballon d’Or winner – and returned the following May.The 30-year-old midfielder was hit by ligament damage in innocuous circumstances in September 2024 – just a month before being named Ballon d’Or winner – and returned the following May.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882371.htmlMaurice Brosnan: In Limerick’s finished picture, all the pieces matter2026-07-20T07:45:00+01:002026-07-20T07:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Limerick deserve the greatest compliment you could pay to any squad, the making of any real dynasty: They are the ultimate team.Limerick deserve the greatest compliment you could pay to any squad, the making of any real dynasty: They are the ultimate team.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-gaa/arid-41882353.htmlEnda McEvoy: Heavenly Limerick conquer their afterlife too2026-07-20T07:25:00+01:002026-07-20T07:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Old dogs for the hard road? A pack of ravening Alsatians, more like.Old dogs for the hard road? A pack of ravening Alsatians, more like.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-gaa/arid-41882338.htmlChristy O'Connor: Limerick choke Galway to put Kiely and Kinnerk in pantheon of influence2026-07-20T07:15:00+01:002026-07-20T07:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/This is a Limerick side built for reinvention given Paul Kinnerk's capacity to exploit plans and schemes to their advantage.This is a Limerick side built for reinvention given Paul Kinnerk's capacity to exploit plans and schemes to their advantage.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41882299.htmlAndy Farrell on defeat to All Blacks: 'We should have given a better account of ourselves'2026-07-20T07:00:00+01:002026-07-20T07:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ireland's tour came to an end with a loss at Eden Park. Ireland's tour came to an end with a loss at Eden Park. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882419.htmlBack to the future for Galway after defeat as next generation lead the way2026-07-20T06:45:00+01:002026-07-20T06:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Galway’s future grew impatient for tomorrow. A naked present cried out to them and so they fast-tracked their maroon takeover.When those of multiple ...Galway’s future grew impatient for tomorrow. A naked present cried out to them and so they fast-tracked their maroon takeover.When those of multiple ...Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41882278.htmlColin Sheridan: RTÉ was the star of this World Cup2026-07-20T06:44:00+01:002026-07-20T06:44:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/RTÉ's World Cup coverage succeeded by slowing the pace, trusting expert analysis and treating football's biggest tournament like a true occasionRTÉ's World Cup coverage succeeded by slowing the pace, trusting expert analysis and treating football's biggest tournament like a true occasionExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882404.htmlDiarmaid Byrnes: 'There was nowhere to hide out there'2026-07-20T06:38:00+01:002026-07-20T06:38:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/David Reidy said the three years since Limerick's last All-Ireland success "felt like a very long time"David Reidy said the three years since Limerick's last All-Ireland success "felt like a very long time"Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41882287.htmlIreland must find plan B for Gibson-Park ahead of World Cup tilt 2026-07-19T23:00:00+01:002026-07-19T23:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/If the No 9 were to be injured, Andy Farrel's side would all but certainly be in a hole without him.If the No 9 were to be injured, Andy Farrel's side would all but certainly be in a hole without him.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41882434.htmlSpain win World Cup as Argentina reign ends in shame2026-07-19T22:58:00+01:002026-07-19T22:58:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/An extra-time goal by Ferran Torres won the World Cup for SpainAn extra-time goal by Ferran Torres won the World Cup for SpainExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882368.htmlJohn Kiely on Limerick's identity: 'Whatever it takes, whatever they have to give, that’s what makes them special'2026-07-19T22:55:00+01:002026-07-19T22:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Treaty boss saw his side dominate the championship decider on Sunday.The Treaty boss saw his side dominate the championship decider on Sunday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882389.htmlWatch: All-Ireland hurling final podcast - Limerick's shock and awe championship win2026-07-19T21:20:00+01:002026-07-19T21:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/John Fogarty, Maurice Brosnan and Brendan O’Brien reflect on an awesome Limerick performance against Galway in the All-Ireland hurling finalJohn Fogarty, Maurice Brosnan and Brendan O’Brien reflect on an awesome Limerick performance against Galway in the All-Ireland hurling finalExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882392.htmlAll-Ireland final day diary: News, notes and quotes2026-07-19T20:50:00+01:002026-07-19T20:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/What's next for Kiely, homecomings, leading women and Cusack-CanningWhat's next for Kiely, homecomings, leading women and Cusack-CanningExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882380.htmlAll-Ireland final: The five moments that mattered 2026-07-19T20:20:00+01:002026-07-19T20:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Treaty were superb in their win over Galway.The Treaty were superb in their win over Galway.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-gaa/arid-41882350.htmlBrian Gavin: Colm Lyons got most decisions right in game made easier by teams' gulf in class2026-07-19T19:50:00+01:002026-07-19T19:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The decision to send of Ronan Glennon was correct as he elbowed Peter Casey’s head.The decision to send of Ronan Glennon was correct as he elbowed Peter Casey’s head.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882362.htmlMicheál Donoghue credits Limerick performance but Galway 'never got into the pitch of it'2026-07-19T19:41:00+01:002026-07-19T19:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Tribe were blown away in the second half at Croke Park.The Tribe were blown away in the second half at Croke Park.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41882365.htmlJohn Kiely: Enjoyment is key ingredient of Limerick success2026-07-19T19:37:00+01:002026-07-19T19:37:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/“One thing we have done well as a group, a backroom team, every single person there is cognisant of the fact that it has to be a really enjoyable place to be," said Kiely.“One thing we have done well as a group, a backroom team, every single person there is cognisant of the fact that it has to be a really enjoyable place to be," said Kiely.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/