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Underdogs Morocco’s triumph of substance over style

The whistling was so shrill, so unrelenting, it sounded like the noise of a thousand locomotives.

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Luis Enrique regrets Pablo Sarabia decision after repeat of Marcus Rashford heartbreak

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Vamos Ramos as Portugal flourish without Cristiano Ronaldo

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Truth hurts as Ronaldo cannot ignore the fact that Portugal are better off without him

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‘The petulance, the stomping around, the sulking it's got to stop’ – Gary Neville slams Cristiano Ronaldo

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Portugal power into World Cup quarter-final clash with Morocco after demolition of Switzerland

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Cristiano Ronaldo comes on as substitute as Portugal on way to booking World Cup quarter-final clash with Morocco

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International Soccer

Gallery Michael O’Neill agrees deal to return as Northern Ireland manager

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League of Ireland

‘Everyone in the family was so proud to see me wear that shirt’ – The boy from Duleek chasing his Turkish dream

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Morocco shock Spain to make World Cup quarter-finals after penalty shoot-out

December 2022

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Underdogs Morocco’s triumph of substance over style

The whistling was so shrill, so unrelenting, it sounded like the noise of a thousand locomotives.

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Luis Enrique regrets Pablo Sarabia decision after repeat of Marcus Rashford heartbreak

Pablo Sarabia could not hold back the tears. Sergio Busquets wore a look of torment. Alvaro Morata, head bowed and eyes reddened, stared vacantly at the ground.

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Vamos Ramos as Portugal flourish without Cristiano Ronaldo

Seventy per cent of Portugal fans cannot be wrong. Those who voted to drop Cristiano Ronaldo from the starting line-up, in a highly publicised poll by sports daily A Bola, got their wish.

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Truth hurts as Ronaldo cannot ignore the fact that Portugal are better off without him

Sometimes the end comes gradually, sometimes suddenly. And sometimes both.

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Everton fans group demands answers on whether club is for sale

A fan-based Everton pressure group has demanded answers from owner Farhad Moshiri on whether he plans to sell the club.

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Michael O’Neill agrees deal to return as Northern Ireland manager

Michael O’Neill has agreed to return for a second stint as Northern Ireland manager.

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Kylian Mbappe needs ‘special attention’ from England players – Steve Holland

England assistant manager Steve Holland says France star Kylian Mbappe is among a handful of players on the planet who need “special attention”.

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Cristiano Ronaldo role ‘to be defined’ – Portugal coach Fernando Santos

Cristiano Ronaldo’s role for the remainder of the World Cup is something that has to be “defined”, Portugal boss Fernando Santos said after dropping his captain for their emphatic last-16 win over Switzerland.

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Today at the World Cup: Morocco find right mix and Portugal fire without Ronaldo

Morocco and a Cristiano Ronaldo-less Portugal completed the World Cup quarter-final line-up.

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‘The petulance, the stomping around, the sulking it's got to stop’ – Gary Neville slams Cristiano Ronaldo

Gary Neville didn't hold back in his criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo after the Portugal national team captain and all-time record goal scorer was dropped for the World Cup last-16 tie against Switzerland.

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Goncalo Ramos hits hat-trick in place of Cristiano Ronaldo in Portugal romp

Cristiano Ronaldo’s replacement Goncalo Ramos marked his first Portugal start with a stunning hat-trick as Fernando Santos’ side hit Switzerland for six on their way to the World Cup quarter-finals.

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Portugal power into World Cup quarter-final clash with Morocco after demolition of Switzerland

Cristiano Ronaldo's replacement Goncalo Ramos marked his first Portugal start with a stunning hat-trick as Fernando Santos' side hit Switzerland for six on their way to the World Cup quarter-finals.

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You have to have that dog in you – Jude Bellingham ready to tear into France

Jude Bellingham is ready to be England’s dog of war when they face France in the World Cup quarter-final on Saturday night.

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‘In order to grow we need more money’ – Fan-owned Cobh Ramblers to look for investment

Cobh Ramblers have admitted that they need to consider a move away from their fan-owned model and look for outside investment to sustain the club’s future.

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Erik ten Hag out to boost fitness levels – ‘especially in the front line’

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag wants to use their winter training camp in Spain to boost the fitness of his forwards.

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Morocco shock Spain to make World Cup quarter-finals after penalty shoot-out

Achraf Hakimi calmly converted a penalty to send Morocco through to the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time with a 3-0 shootout win over former champions Spain after a cagey last-16 clash ended goalless on Tuesday.

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Cristiano Ronaldo comes on as substitute as Portugal on way to booking World Cup quarter-final clash with Morocco

Cristiano Ronaldo has been dropped to the substitute's bench for Portugal's World Cup round of 16 clash with Switzerland.

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Gabriel Jesus sidelined following knee surgery to deal Arsenal major injury blow

Premier League leaders Arsenal have been dealt a major injury blow with the news forward Gabriel Jesus has undergone knee surgery.

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‘Everyone in the family was so proud to see me wear that shirt’ – The boy from Duleek chasing his Turkish dream

After yet another World Cup year where the national team was a bystander and not a participant, those in charge of football in Turkey are casting the net wide to try and snare some talent to make the senior side a force again.

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New League of Ireland side Kerry FC criticised for season ticket prices

First Division newcomers Kerry FC have been criticised on social media for the cost of their 2023 season tickets, which went on sale this morning.

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Brazil v Croatia: What time, what channel, team news and all you need to know

With Neymar back fit and back in the goals, Brazil will be hoping to take another step towards a sixth World Cup crown this week when they face Croatia in the last eight. Here's all you need to know about the game.

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Athlone man Anthony Hayes up for challenge after being named interim manager of Charlton

Athlone native Anthony Hayes says he is up for the challenge at League One side Charlton Athletic after he was named as interim first team manager.

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Brazilian commentators hit back at ‘irrelevant’ Roy Keane following his criticism of Samba celebrations

Roy Keane ripped into Brazil for over-celebrating after their 4-1 win against South Korea, as he suggested their goal celebrations were 'like watching Strictly'.

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Netherlands v Argentina: What time, what channel, team news and all you need to know

Lionel Messi's hopes of adding the ultimate prize to his glittering trophy room are on the line again this weekend as Argentina face the Netherlands. Here's all you need to know about the game.

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Irish FA closing in on a deal to bring back Michael O’Neill as Northern Ireland manager

Michael O’Neill is closing in on becoming Northern Ireland manager for a second time.

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England v France: What time, what channel, team news and all you need to know

England face a tough last eight clash against World Cup holders France this weekend. Here's all you need to know about the game.

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Cameroon legend Samuel Eto’o filmed appearing to kick man to the ground in Qatar

Cameroon soccer federation president and former star player Samuel Eto’o was filmed apparently kicking a man to the ground in an altercation outside a World Cup stadium early Tuesday.

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Kylian Mbappe: How do England stop the World Cup’s most feared forward?

England are set to face Kylian Mbappe, the man regarded by many as the best player on the planet, when they take on France in Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final at Al Bayt Stadium.

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The Indo World Cup, episode 18: Roy Keane cracks at Brazilian players celebrating

Aidan O'Hara and Dan McDonnell get into it: The Roy Keane Factor and The Roy Keane Vortex.

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Kylian Mbappe: How do England stop the World Cup’s most feared forward?

England are set to face Kylian Mbappe, the man regarded by many as the best player on the planet, when they take on France in Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final at Al Bayt Stadium.