Sports Books of the Year: Hard-hitting and honest rugby reads lead the way
Chronicle of Barcelona’s implosion and fascinating look at gambling business also stand out
Chronicle of Barcelona’s implosion and fascinating look at gambling business also stand out
From late night McDonald’s to games at Old Trafford - father and son have lived the dream
Owner initially embraced before manager clashes, relegations and transfer policy
Racist Instagram message was followed by threat to burn down Stoke City player’s house
It took five attempts to win one and there’s been more heartbreak than joy down the years
From McAteer against the Netherlands to, yep, Henry against us (and the rules)
Midfielder announced his retirement from competitive football at 30
Leinster flanker making good progress from the knee injury which dashed his World Cup dream
Stephen Ward retires from international football as McCarthy names squad of 23
Glenn Whelan and James Collins keep places as Ireland squad cut
Dundalk manager believes idea he would not command respect as ‘quite insulting’
Stephen Ward went to see a specialist on Monday over a persistent knee injury
Declan Rice is not included and Sky Sports report that he has declared for England
Ireland manager has more fitness concerns but hopes Harry Arter saga will be resolved
Ward’s version of controversial fallout adds to pressure on Republic of Ireland manager
Irish defender heard detailing spats between Roy Keane, Harry Arter and Jon Walters
O’Neill can ill afford to be without the services of the Cardiff City midfielder for upcoming matches
Republic of Ireland international admits he has offered a little advice along the way
Ireland defender joins David Meyler in making a summer switch to the Royals
Midfielder has penned a two-year deal with the Championship club after leaving Hull
‘I found out my contract hadn’t been extended through the press officer,’ he said
Both midfielders with plenty to prove to Republic manager O’Neill
Scott Brown testimonial will give peripheral figures a chance to impress against Celtic
Shamrock Rovers’ Graham Burke among four players named in Ireland squad for first time
Brazilian bags a double as Olivier Giroud scored his first goal for the London club
Most supporters were happy to draw a line under manager’s time in charge
Nigel Adkins gets off to winning start as Hull beat Brentford
Martin O’Neill’s men looked lost when they had to chase the game against Denmark
Ireland’s most creative player likely to feature against Denmark only if Plan A is failing
But Danes will fancy their chances of picking Irish lock if home side takes initiative
Martin O’Neill’s men just one game away from qualifying for a first World Cup in 15 years
Shane Duffy was a towering presence while Daryl Murphy endured long night in Copenhagen
‘I can’t wait now to get back to the Aviva and have the place rocking. Bring it on’
There are four Ireland teams in action in the coming days plus tennis, darts, GAA, golf and cycling
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Full general election coverage including analysis and results for all 43 constituencies
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices