https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comFri, 17 Apr 2026 12:54:45 +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/gaa/arid-41829092.htmlInverted attacks to double gaps: the new championship jargon you need to know2026-04-17T11:23:00+01:002026-04-17T11:23:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Take shelter from jargon under Gaelic football’s umbrella.Take shelter from jargon under Gaelic football’s umbrella.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41829107.htmlMasters pain proved too much for Shane Lowry to celebrate with victorious Rory McIlroy2026-04-17T10:57:00+01:002026-04-17T10:57:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Lowry was there to congratulate McIlroy on the win directly post-round, but his missed opportunity hurt a little too much for him to repeat the celebrations of last year. Lowry was there to congratulate McIlroy on the win directly post-round, but his missed opportunity hurt a little too much for him to repeat the celebrations of last year. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41829065.htmlMoving league final for Ryder Cup must be discussed through 'correct channels' insist GPA2026-04-17T10:30:00+01:002026-04-17T10:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The players' association has not shot down the idea of the game taking place five months later than its usual April date.The players' association has not shot down the idea of the game taking place five months later than its usual April date.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41829116.htmlHugo Ekitike will return stronger after ‘devastating’ injury: Arne Slot2026-04-17T10:26:00+01:002026-04-17T10:26:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Liverpool striker will miss the rest of this season and the World Cup with France.The Liverpool striker will miss the rest of this season and the World Cup with France.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828939.htmlTeam news: TJ in for Cats, McCarthy on Tipp bench, Kelly starts for Clare, Walsh gets Cork nod2026-04-17T10:26:00+01:002026-04-17T10:26:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The teams are coming in for this weekend's hurling championship throw-inThe teams are coming in for this weekend's hurling championship throw-inExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828306.htmlDerek McGrath: Protect hurling's handpass - every free given for 'a throw' last season was wrong2026-04-17T09:20:00+01:002026-04-17T09:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The imbalanced, ill-informed presentation of the handpass debate is unfair on players' athleticism, mentality and skillsets.The imbalanced, ill-informed presentation of the handpass debate is unfair on players' athleticism, mentality and skillsets.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41828462.htmlMotorsport: Michael Keohane has changed up driving style after two-decade absence2026-04-17T07:48:00+01:002026-04-17T07:48:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Ballygurteen native - an Irish Karting Champion in 1996 - moved through various disciplines in single seater racing and now, 22 years after his last race, is back on track.The Ballygurteen native - an Irish Karting Champion in 1996 - moved through various disciplines in single seater racing and now, 22 years after his last race, is back on track.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828768.htmlLee Chin scratches his head at Wexford's near-misses2026-04-17T07:24:00+01:002026-04-17T07:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Lee Chin has acknowledged that Wexford are all too often a nearly teamLee Chin has acknowledged that Wexford are all too often a nearly teamExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828504.htmlOisín McConville: Dubs could score anything but will give Wicklow a chance too2026-04-17T07:24:00+01:002026-04-17T07:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Armagh great has also dared his players to dream of a Championship upset, noting that Dublin aren't as strong as they once were.The Armagh great has also dared his players to dream of a Championship upset, noting that Dublin aren't as strong as they once were.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41828651.html'Sea change' in how Irish women's rugby team handle toughest Six Nations tests2026-04-17T07:10:00+01:002026-04-17T07:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After impressing in Twickenham cauldron, Fiona Tuite is confident Ireland will give their fans plenty to cheer about in Galway on SaturdayAfter impressing in Twickenham cauldron, Fiona Tuite is confident Ireland will give their fans plenty to cheer about in Galway on SaturdayExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists-gaa/arid-41828783.htmlPatrick Horgan: The art of the freetaker and why teams need them for success2026-04-17T07:00:00+01:002026-04-17T07:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The former Cork sharpshooter looks at the art of freetaking and talks about why having someone who’ll hit 90- to 95% of his frees is so essential The former Cork sharpshooter looks at the art of freetaking and talks about why having someone who’ll hit 90- to 95% of his frees is so essential Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828714.htmlIs Ronan Curran right? Do Cork need more help from their pundits?2026-04-17T07:00:00+01:002026-04-17T07:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/If Cork selector Ronan Curran’s request that the county’s own pundits give the team “a bit more help” sounded familiar, it’s because history is repeating itself.If Cork selector Ronan Curran’s request that the county’s own pundits give the team “a bit more help” sounded familiar, it’s because history is repeating itself.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828645.htmlPaddy Deegan on critics: 'Don't take criticism from people you wouldn't ask for advice from'2026-04-17T06:59:00+01:002026-04-17T06:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Criticism after the League loss against Galway rained down from a number of quarters Criticism after the League loss against Galway rained down from a number of quarters Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828717.htmlBen O'Connor: 'I love going up to Thurles. This is what we've been training for'2026-04-17T06:15:00+01:002026-04-17T06:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cork boss Ben O'Connor is relishing the latest installment in a rivalry he more than once illuminated as a half-forward.Cork boss Ben O'Connor is relishing the latest installment in a rivalry he more than once illuminated as a half-forward.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828924.htmlMegan Connolly: We want to keep pushing for World Cup ticket2026-04-17T06:00:00+01:002026-04-17T06:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Girls in Green face Poland again this weekend. The Girls in Green face Poland again this weekend. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41828837.html 'Consistently inconsistent' Munster switching into 'finals mode' for league push, says McMillan2026-04-17T01:05:00+01:002026-04-17T01:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The southern province head to Italy this weekend.The southern province head to Italy this weekend.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828951.htmlForest beat Porto to set up Villa semi-final in Europa League 2026-04-16T22:21:00+01:002026-04-16T22:21:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The City Ground was rocking as the club booked a European last-four tie once more.The City Ground was rocking as the club booked a European last-four tie once more.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828945.htmlCrystal Palace secure last-four spot in Conference League despite Fiorentina loss2026-04-16T22:08:00+01:002026-04-16T22:08:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Eagles march on thanks to work in the first leg.The Eagles march on thanks to work in the first leg.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828942.htmlAston Villa power into Europa League semi-finals with thumping win over Bologna2026-04-16T21:59:00+01:002026-04-16T21:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Villa boss is an expert in this competition with four titles to his name and few would bet against him adding a fifth.The Villa boss is an expert in this competition with four titles to his name and few would bet against him adding a fifth.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828912.htmlAll to play for as late McCarthy free sees Déise U20s stun Clare 2026-04-16T21:23:00+01:002026-04-16T21:23:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Waterford are still very much in with a shout of reaching the provincial decider after the hard-fought win on the road. Waterford are still very much in with a shout of reaching the provincial decider after the hard-fought win on the road. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41828831.htmlRonan O'Gara: Things have deteriorated... Frankly, I don’t remember Munster as low2026-04-16T21:00:00+01:002026-04-16T21:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Frankly, I don’t remember Munster as low. The notion they ‘aren’t far away’ comes off as a little fanciful now.Frankly, I don’t remember Munster as low. The notion they ‘aren’t far away’ comes off as a little fanciful now.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828897.htmlCork U20s pip Kerry to break losing streak2026-04-16T20:45:00+01:002026-04-16T20:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Both Thursday evening results mean all four counties can end up in the Munster decider.Both Thursday evening results mean all four counties can end up in the Munster decider.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828879.htmlCon O’Callaghan named in Dublin panel for Wicklow clash2026-04-16T20:24:00+01:002026-04-16T20:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ciarán Kilkenny is not among the 26-man squad named by the county.Ciarán Kilkenny is not among the 26-man squad named by the county.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41828441.htmlPaul Rouse: Treating war as a game is nothing new2026-04-16T20:00:00+01:002026-04-16T20:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In the first week of the Iran war the White House posted a video which intercut missile strikes on targets in Iran with footage from the popular ‘Call of Duty’ video game.In the first week of the Iran war the White House posted a video which intercut missile strikes on targets in Iran with footage from the popular ‘Call of Duty’ video game.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41828519.htmlArena with Maurice Brosnan: Rory McIlroy’s decade-long dance with Augusta, golf and Ireland2026-04-16T19:06:00+01:002026-04-16T19:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/This week, we look back on his remarkable triumph at Augusta National This week, we look back on his remarkable triumph at Augusta National Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828864.htmlDavid Seaman remembers ‘great friend’ Alex Manninger following his death aged 482026-04-16T18:52:00+01:002026-04-16T18:52:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Austrian died in a road accident near Salzburg on Thursday morning.The Austrian died in a road accident near Salzburg on Thursday morning.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828810.htmlCathal Barry gets the nod for Cork minors' trip to Tipp2026-04-16T18:24:00+01:002026-04-16T18:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The sides face off in Thurles on Friday evening. The sides face off in Thurles on Friday evening. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41828819.htmlKennedy a different class on Student Day in Limerick2026-04-16T17:59:00+01:002026-04-16T17:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/He retains his lead over rival Darragh O’Keeffe.He retains his lead over rival Darragh O’Keeffe.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828615.htmlLeague of Ireland preview: Derry City head to Shels needing a win as Shamrock Rovers host Bohs2026-04-16T16:25:00+01:002026-04-16T16:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Lack of enthusiasm ahead of next Friday’s historic first ‘home’ game at Celtic Park GAA ground against Shamrock Rovers is telling about Derry's season so farLack of enthusiasm ahead of next Friday’s historic first ‘home’ game at Celtic Park GAA ground against Shamrock Rovers is telling about Derry's season so farExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41828669.htmlClayton McMillan defends new Munster hire Roger Randle after allegations resurface2026-04-16T16:12:00+01:002026-04-16T16:12:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The decision to hire Randle has been met with disagreement within the Munster rugby community due to a 1997 allegation in Durban.The decision to hire Randle has been met with disagreement within the Munster rugby community due to a 1997 allegation in Durban.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41828807.htmlMunster players not distracted despite Randle appointment controversy, says McMillan2026-04-16T15:38:00+01:002026-04-16T15:38:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Chiefs assistant will replace the Bath-bound Mike Prendergast this summer.The Chiefs assistant will replace the Bath-bound Mike Prendergast this summer.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41828609.htmlMunster ring changes for crucial URC trip to Benetton2026-04-16T15:30:00+01:002026-04-16T15:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Only seven starters remain for Saturday's clash Treviso’s Stadio Monigo following the Challenge Cup exit to ExeterOnly seven starters remain for Saturday's clash Treviso’s Stadio Monigo following the Challenge Cup exit to ExeterExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828552.htmlFormer Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger killed in road accident, aged 482026-04-16T14:39:00+01:002026-04-16T14:39:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Red Bull Salzburg announced the shock news.Red Bull Salzburg announced the shock news.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828582.htmlMegan Connolly expecting Poland to 'play on front foot' in Dublin2026-04-16T14:30:00+01:002026-04-16T14:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The sides meet again this weekend. The sides meet again this weekend. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828537.htmlHurling expert advisory group to begin review of the game on Sunday in Thurles2026-04-16T14:10:00+01:002026-04-16T14:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The group will make recommendations based on data, including the possibility of rule changes for hurling.The group will make recommendations based on data, including the possibility of rule changes for hurling.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828522.htmlHugo Ekitike: Strength and love of Liverpool fans will help recovery from season-ending injury2026-04-16T14:06:00+01:002026-04-16T14:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/French international will miss World Cup after rupturing his Achilles tendonFrench international will miss World Cup after rupturing his Achilles tendonExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828498.htmlLGFA approve new playing rules at Special Congress2026-04-16T13:30:00+01:002026-04-16T13:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Six of the 12 changes mirror the GAA Football Review Committee’s rule enhancements Six of the 12 changes mirror the GAA Football Review Committee’s rule enhancements Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828249.htmlCork's Darragh Fitzgibbon: Why fear losing when you are living your dream?2026-04-16T12:21:00+01:002026-04-16T12:21:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Rebels captain, while not wanting to write any doomsday headlines regarding the implications of a Thurles defeat, gave his own take on why banking two early points is just so damn important.The Rebels captain, while not wanting to write any doomsday headlines regarding the implications of a Thurles defeat, gave his own take on why banking two early points is just so damn important.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41828423.htmlSix Nations: Ireland name team to face Italy in front of bumper crowd in Galway2026-04-16T11:50:00+01:002026-04-16T11:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Erin King leads the side as Leinster winger Robyn O'Connor makes her debutErin King leads the side as Leinster winger Robyn O'Connor makes her debutExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828396.htmlDublin manager Ger Brennan appeals 12-week ban ahead of Wicklow game2026-04-16T11:25:00+01:002026-04-16T11:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Brennan was handed the suspension for his half-time altercation with Galway strength and conditioning coach Cian Breathnach-McGinnBrennan was handed the suspension for his half-time altercation with Galway strength and conditioning coach Cian Breathnach-McGinnExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828384.htmlUpdate: Mixed reaction to moving hurling league final to Ryder Cup week2026-04-16T11:20:00+01:002026-04-16T11:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The proposal is for the Division 1 decider to take place in TUS Gaelic Grounds on Tuesday evening, September 14, three days before the first day in Adare ManorThe proposal is for the Division 1 decider to take place in TUS Gaelic Grounds on Tuesday evening, September 14, three days before the first day in Adare ManorExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41828348.htmlLIV Golf to continue at 'full throttle' amid speculation over Saudi withdrawal2026-04-16T10:15:00+01:002026-04-16T10:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'We are heading into the heart of our 2026 schedule with the full energy of an organization that is bigger, louder, and more influential than ever before''We are heading into the heart of our 2026 schedule with the full energy of an organization that is bigger, louder, and more influential than ever before'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828108.htmlCork and Kerry make changes for U20 clash, Clare and Waterford game moved 2026-04-16T09:57:00+01:002026-04-16T09:57:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/There are two changes from the side that drew with Clare last week while Kennedy will make his first start at this age-grade in 2026.There are two changes from the side that drew with Clare last week while Kennedy will make his first start at this age-grade in 2026.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828300.htmlAnalysis: Arsenal are painful to watch but maybe this is just how you win things2026-04-16T09:16:00+01:002026-04-16T09:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Arsenal crawl on, this strange, slow-burn race towards some kind of finish line, a spectacle that really is unlike any other...Arsenal crawl on, this strange, slow-burn race towards some kind of finish line, a spectacle that really is unlike any other...Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828276.htmlMikel Arteta: Arsenal can use Champions League as springboard for Man City showdown2026-04-16T08:18:00+01:002026-04-16T08:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'We've done something that has never been done in the history of our club in 140 years, so that tells you the difficulty of that''We've done something that has never been done in the history of our club in 140 years, so that tells you the difficulty of that'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41828093.htmlBeibhinn Parsons back on familiar ground as Ireland look for first Six Nations win2026-04-16T07:30:00+01:002026-04-16T07:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Saturday brings with it a first ever Championship game at the Dexcom Stadium when Scott Bemand’s side takes on Italy.Saturday brings with it a first ever Championship game at the Dexcom Stadium when Scott Bemand’s side takes on Italy.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828192.htmlFocus and scrutiny on Cork ahead of latest U20 clash with rivals Kerry2026-04-16T07:24:00+01:002026-04-16T07:24:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/This evening’s Páirc Uí Chaoimh meeting is at the U20 age-grade. Kerry have won the last six such meetings. It’s 2021 since this fixture last finished in favour of the team wearing red.This evening’s Páirc Uí Chaoimh meeting is at the U20 age-grade. Kerry have won the last six such meetings. It’s 2021 since this fixture last finished in favour of the team wearing red.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828000.html'I'll play anywhere' - Mark Fitzgerald willing to fill any position for Waterford2026-04-16T07:00:00+01:002026-04-16T07:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/They opened their 2025 campaign with victory over Brian Lohan’s men. Same again, please, on Sunday.They opened their 2025 campaign with victory over Brian Lohan’s men. Same again, please, on Sunday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41828159.html'We were in a similar position last year' - Tom Farrell targets another strong finish with Munster2026-04-16T06:45:00+01:002026-04-16T06:45:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Munster find themselves in a late dash towards the finishing line with their URC play-off place hanging in the balance and next season’s Champions Cup qualification far from secure.Munster find themselves in a late dash towards the finishing line with their URC play-off place hanging in the balance and next season’s Champions Cup qualification far from secure.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41827991.htmlMeath will dip into 2025 barrel of hurt, says Robbie Brennan2026-04-16T06:20:00+01:002026-04-16T06:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Meath and Westmeath will travel to neutral Tullamore for Sunday's Leinster quarter-final.Meath and Westmeath will travel to neutral Tullamore for Sunday's Leinster quarter-final.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828069.htmlLimerick cameo reassured Noel McGrath he can still compete at top level2026-04-16T06:05:00+01:002026-04-16T06:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The four-time All-Ireland medallist didn't play much this spring, but against Limerick in late February, he was Tipp's best performer.The four-time All-Ireland medallist didn't play much this spring, but against Limerick in late February, he was Tipp's best performer.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41827862.html10 years? 30 years? Curtin believes Leinster hurling title for Kildare is possible2026-04-16T06:04:00+01:002026-04-16T06:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Moorefield hurler Muiris Curtin believes Kildare's growing population means both hurling and football can thrive in the countyMoorefield hurler Muiris Curtin believes Kildare's growing population means both hurling and football can thrive in the countyExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41827967.htmlCarla Ward: 'This is some of the best football we’ve seen from an Ireland team'2026-04-16T00:00:00+01:002026-04-16T00:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Chloe Mustaki has called on Ireland to keep their standards high ahead of the return fixture with Poland on Saturday.Chloe Mustaki has called on Ireland to keep their standards high ahead of the return fixture with Poland on Saturday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828240.htmlBayern Munich progress past Real Madrid after seven-goal classic2026-04-15T22:16:00+01:002026-04-15T22:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The two European heavyweights traded punches in an enthralling contest, fighting each other almost to a standstill, until Luis Diaz delivered the knockout blow a minute from time.The two European heavyweights traded punches in an enthralling contest, fighting each other almost to a standstill, until Luis Diaz delivered the knockout blow a minute from time.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828237.htmlComment: Spurs gambled Euro glory at expense of the league, Arsenal should do the same2026-04-15T22:10:00+01:002026-04-15T22:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Concentrate solely on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Gunners. It's about time you joined the European top table - and you may not have a better chance than right now.Concentrate solely on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Gunners. It's about time you joined the European top table - and you may not have a better chance than right now.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41828234.htmlArsenal return to Champions League semis after Sporting stalemate2026-04-15T22:03:00+01:002026-04-15T22:03:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/For two seasons running, the Gunners are now only one tie away from reaching the final of Europe’s elite competition for only the second time in the club’s history.For two seasons running, the Gunners are now only one tie away from reaching the final of Europe’s elite competition for only the second time in the club’s history.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828228.htmlConnacht U20 football round-up: Two goal Kobe McDonald sends Mayo past Galway2026-04-15T21:54:00+01:002026-04-15T21:54:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Galway, who faded out of contention alarmingly after a bright start, will now take on Roscommon in next week’s semi-finalGalway, who faded out of contention alarmingly after a bright start, will now take on Roscommon in next week’s semi-finalExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41827904.htmlDalo's Hurling Show: Straining at the leash for Championship throw-in2026-04-15T21:46:00+01:002026-04-15T21:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Seanie McGrath joins Anthony Daly, TJ Ryan and Mark Landers to call the opening weekend of the hurling championship and predict how the provincial campaigns will unfold.Seanie McGrath joins Anthony Daly, TJ Ryan and Mark Landers to call the opening weekend of the hurling championship and predict how the provincial campaigns will unfold.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828222.htmlCork's late surge secures win against Waterford in Munster U20HC2026-04-15T21:40:00+01:002026-04-15T21:40:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Rebels scored six of the last seven points to earn their second win of the championship.The Rebels scored six of the last seven points to earn their second win of the championship.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41828213.htmlLeinster U-20 football round-up: Kildare's clash with Westmeath abandoned at half time2026-04-15T21:26:00+01:002026-04-15T21:26:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kildare led by 0-6 to 0-3 at that stage in Kinnegad but a pitch inspection performed by referee Ian Howley ended with the decision to abandon the contest.Kildare led by 0-6 to 0-3 at that stage in Kinnegad but a pitch inspection performed by referee Ian Howley ended with the decision to abandon the contest.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/