FAI Cup: Teenage sub Sam Rooney sinks Shamrock Rovers in St Pat’s comeback
A comeback for the ages St Patrick’s Athletic came from two goals down to dump holders Shamrock Rovers out of the FAI Cup, winning 3-2 after extra time at Richmond Park thanks to a first senior goal from 17-year-old substitute Sam Rooney. The Saints looked dead and buried at the break. Jonathan Afolabi and Michael […]
2 weeks ago
Didi Hamman tears into Stephen Kenny over Andrew Moran decision
“Inexcusable.” Didi Hamann has criticised Stephen Kenny for the decision to call Andrew Moran into the senior squad for a dead rubber and a friendly. The former Germany midfielder feels the player would have been better served with the Under-21 squad and playing in competitive games. Didi Hamman tears into Stephen Kenny over Andrew Moran […]
3 years ago
Stephen Kenny searches for answers in ‘uncomfortable’ post-match interview
Stephen Kenny’s Ireland future now hangs in the balance… Ireland fell to a fourth defeat in five Euro 2024 qualification fixtures at the hands of the Netherlands on Sunday night, leaving Stephen Kenny’s future hanging in the balance. Initially, it appeared a historic night was on the cards at the Aviva Stadium, with Ronald Koeman’s […]
3 years ago
Conor McGregor named RTÉ Sport Sportsperson of the Year
Conor McGregor has been rewarded for his victories over Nate Diaz and Eddie Alvarez with the RTÉ Sportsperson of the Year. The MMA fighter made UFC history this year when he became the first competitors to hold the championship belts in two divisions at once. He spoke to RTÉ reporter, Clare MacNamara about getting his box […]
10 years ago