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The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is preparing to hold a vote on Israel’s participation in international football during its upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). The decision comes amid growing debate within the global football community about how governing bodies should respond to the ongoing war in Gaza. Chief executive David Courell confirmed that the association has already raised the …

Ireland’s Kate O’Connor made history at the World Athletics Championships, winning silver in the heptathlon after delivering her fifth personal best of the competition. The Dundalk athlete clocked an impressive 2:09.56 in the final 800m, sealing her podium finish despite carrying a knee injury sustained earlier in the long jump. A Landmark Achievement for Irish Athletics At just 24 years …

Canada booked their place in the Women’s Rugby World Cup final with a commanding 34–19 victory over reigning champions New Zealand at Ashton Gate. In a match brimming with intensity, the Canadians stormed into a commanding lead before holding firm against a second-half surge from the Black Ferns. A Historic Triumph for Canada Alex Tessier’s side produced a near-flawless first-half …

Cian McPhillips produced the performance of his career in Tokyo, smashing the Irish 800m record to qualify for the final at the World Athletics Championships. The Longford middle-distance runner stormed to victory in the second of three semi-finals at Japan’s National Stadium, crossing the line in 1:43.18. His time not only secured a place in Saturday’s final but also lowered …

Ireland will have representation in the men’s 1500m final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, as Andrew Coscoran powered through his semi-final to secure qualification. However, there was heartbreak in the women’s 100m hurdles, where Sarah Lavin fell just short of a place in the final despite a strong showing. Coscoran Makes History in Tokyo Balbriggan’s Andrew Coscoran produced …

Ireland’s Aoife O’Rourke has secured a historic victory at the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, defeating Turkey’s Busra Isildar to claim gold in the women’s 75kg division. The Roscommon fighter delivered a commanding performance in the final, earning a 5:0 unanimous decision after winning all three rounds with composure, power, and relentless energy. Dominant Performance in the Final O’Rourke faced …

St Patrick’s Athletic booked their place in another Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup final after a gripping 3-1 extra-time victory over Galway United in Inchicore on Sunday evening. In a match full of drama, referee Paul McLaughlin made several tough calls, including a decisive red card for Killian Brouder at the end of the first half of extra time. From …

The GAA’s Ard Chomhairle has confirmed that its long-standing partnership with Allianz is now under review by the association’s Ethics and Integrity Committee. Allianz, which has sponsored the GAA National Leagues since 1993 and is contracted to continue until 2030, also backs the Camogie Association and Cumann na mBunscol programs. The sponsorship came under scrutiny after Allianz was named in …

Aryna Sabalenka closed out a rollercoaster grand slam season with a triumphant defense of her US Open crown, defeating Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 7-6 (7-3) in a gripping final at Flushing Meadows. For Sabalenka, the victory not only secured her fourth career major title but also erased the frustration of earlier heartbreaks in 2025, including painful defeats at the Australian Open, …

The Republic of Ireland avoided a nightmare start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign after coming from two goals down to secure a 2-2 draw with Hungary at the Aviva Stadium. A late equalizer from Adam Idah rescued the hosts in what turned out to be a dramatic contest in Dublin. Hungary’s Lightning Start Stuns the Hosts Ireland were …