Irish Tribes Today: This Irish Times series on pop culture looks at how what we buy, eat, wear, work and share helps create our sense of identity. Part one looks at the rise of the football hipster, a sport that rewards whatever level of attention you wish to give it
An overblown ceremony but Barca’s talisman is worthy winner of celebrated award
Manchester derby acts as status report on who spent riches more wisely
Anfield side’s urgent display at Emirates suggest latest transition could be successful
For first time in three years Fabregas is in a settled, defined position, at the heart of a club rebuilding with purpose – it’s hard to see why Arsenal didn’t exercise option to resign him
Soft penalty the decisive moment as Brazil run out 3-1 winners against Croatia
Latest slaughter in Australia has captain pondering future in long and short forms
A cull is likely to end the Test career of several top names following the crushing Ashes series defeat
Real Madrid man’s header gives Portugal the edge on a nervous night
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices
