https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comFri, 24 Apr 2026 09:55:06 +0100Examiner GroupIreland's premier breaking news website providing up to the minute news and sports reports. With e-mail news releases following breaking stories throughout the day.https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832971.htmlMcMillan challenges Munster to back it up against 'confident' Ulster2026-04-24T09:04:00+01:002026-04-24T09:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The sides face off in a key interpro on Saturday.The sides face off in a key interpro on Saturday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41833001.htmlTeam news: No Cork changes for Munster showdown but Limerick set to be without Gillane2026-04-24T09:01:00+01:002026-04-24T09:01:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Ben O'Connor has shown his hand for the visit of the Treaty - while Aaron Gillane is reportedly set to sit this one out. Ben O'Connor has shown his hand for the visit of the Treaty - while Aaron Gillane is reportedly set to sit this one out. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832770.htmlThe road not taken: Cork and Tipp reunion shows counties' contrasting trajectories 2026-04-24T07:47:00+01:002026-04-24T07:47:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The sides face off in the championship this weekend. The sides face off in the championship this weekend. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41832731.htmlFriday racing: Nil Bua Gan Dua can claim Mallow maiden win2026-04-24T07:29:00+01:002026-04-24T07:29:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The mount of Joey Sheridan should take plenty of beating this evening.The mount of Joey Sheridan should take plenty of beating this evening.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832920.htmlDean hoping St Mary's can end long wait for AIL title2026-04-24T07:15:00+01:002026-04-24T07:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The D6 side take on Clontarf in the Energia AIL Men’s Division 1A final this weekend. The D6 side take on Clontarf in the Energia AIL Men’s Division 1A final this weekend. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832638.htmlLinda Djougang's inside track on French: 'I built my core skills there'2026-04-24T07:15:00+01:002026-04-24T07:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Stint with ASM Romagnat will stand to one of Ireland's rising stars in Saturday's Six Nations clashStint with ASM Romagnat will stand to one of Ireland's rising stars in Saturday's Six Nations clashExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832551.htmlPat Bennett on helping hurling, managing against his sons, and facing Davy Fitz2026-04-24T07:06:00+01:002026-04-24T07:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'The likes of Carlow, Antrim, Westmeath, Kerry... Have they improved in the last 30 years? Have they come up. They haven't.''The likes of Carlow, Antrim, Westmeath, Kerry... Have they improved in the last 30 years? Have they come up. They haven't.'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832890.htmlEamonn Cregan still can't watch as beloved Limerick enter 'the lion's den'2026-04-24T06:54:00+01:002026-04-24T06:54:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Treaty legend on a famous day down by the Lee. The Treaty legend on a famous day down by the Lee. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832608.htmlFlannery and UL Bohs have luxury of calling on previous Aviva experiences 2026-04-24T06:40:00+01:002026-04-24T06:40:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/For UL Bohs, this is a third straight appearance at the home of Irish rugby and the Munster fly-half acknowledged her team’s comfort in their surroundings on Lansdowne Road.For UL Bohs, this is a third straight appearance at the home of Irish rugby and the Munster fly-half acknowledged her team’s comfort in their surroundings on Lansdowne Road.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41832791.htmlLong-serving Dempsey happy to be part of Wexford rebuild 2026-04-24T06:17:00+01:002026-04-24T06:17:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Dempsey has hailed the new structure for the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship, believing it offers more encouragement and opportunitiesDempsey has hailed the new structure for the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship, believing it offers more encouragement and opportunitiesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832983.htmlAnother punch for Munster 'probably a knockout' admits McMillan2026-04-24T06:15:00+01:002026-04-24T06:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Reds take on Ulster at Thomond Park on Saturday. The Reds take on Ulster at Thomond Park on Saturday. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832587.html'The whole thing is about, ‘You might deserve one or be due one,’ but you have to go out and win it'2026-04-24T06:08:00+01:002026-04-24T06:08:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After three losses to Limerick this year including the pre-season game, Brian Murphy agrees breaking that pattern is vital. After three losses to Limerick this year including the pre-season game, Brian Murphy agrees breaking that pattern is vital. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41832932.htmlPaul Rouse: ‘The People’s Game’ has priced its greatest competition for very few people2026-04-23T22:09:00+01:002026-04-23T22:09:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Supporters will need deep pockets to be at this summer's Fifa World Cup. Supporters will need deep pockets to be at this summer's Fifa World Cup. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41833004.htmlLuke Littler ignores Liverpool boos to thrash Luke Humphries in Premier League2026-04-23T21:12:00+01:002026-04-23T21:12:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The back-to-back world champion was subject to heavy booing.The back-to-back world champion was subject to heavy booing.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832992.html'Corkness' has inspired Brian Barry-Murphy, as Cardiff going up2026-04-23T21:10:00+01:002026-04-23T21:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Bluebirds boss saw his side secure second last weekend. The Bluebirds boss saw his side secure second last weekend. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832998.htmlMaresca is top candidate if Guardiola does quit Manchester City this year2026-04-23T20:16:00+01:002026-04-23T20:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Positive talks at City over the former Chelsea managerPositive talks at City over the former Chelsea managerExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/arid-41832923.htmlKerry welcome back Diarmuid O'Connor, Paudie Clifford and Paul Geaney for trip to Clare2026-04-23T20:05:00+01:002026-04-23T20:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Newer faces Cillian Trant, Armin Heinrich and Keith Evans also start at Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg on SaturdayNewer faces Cillian Trant, Armin Heinrich and Keith Evans also start at Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg on SaturdayExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832707.htmlConor Cahalane starts first football championship game for Cork2026-04-23T18:50:00+01:002026-04-23T18:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Former Cork hurler gets the nod ahead in place of the injury Dara Sheedy for the Tipp matchFormer Cork hurler gets the nod ahead in place of the injury Dara Sheedy for the Tipp matchExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41832938.htmlRonnie O’Sullivan: Players can’t avoid rivals in snooker like they can in boxing2026-04-23T18:00:00+01:002026-04-23T18:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Rocket faces four-time winner John Higgins in Sheffield this weekend.The Rocket faces four-time winner John Higgins in Sheffield this weekend.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832914.htmlMichael Carrick loves life at Man Utd and remains relaxed about long-term future2026-04-23T17:34:00+01:002026-04-23T17:34:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Red Devils are on track for Champions League football.The Red Devils are on track for Champions League football.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832815.htmlFinal whistle blows on BBC's Football Focus after more than 50 years on air2026-04-23T17:05:00+01:002026-04-23T17:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/BBC said that “changing audience behaviours” had prompted it to act.BBC said that “changing audience behaviours” had prompted it to act.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832800.htmlBarcelona’s Lamine Yamal expected to be fit for World Cup after hamstring injury2026-04-23T17:05:00+01:002026-04-23T17:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 18-year-old Spain international was taken off in Wednesday’s 1-0 win over Celta VigoThe 18-year-old Spain international was taken off in Wednesday’s 1-0 win over Celta VigoExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832839.htmlCork teenager Jaden Umeh called up to Benfica first team by Mourinho2026-04-23T17:01:00+01:002026-04-23T17:01:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Former Ringmahon Rangers and Cork City tyro could get his debut before the season is outFormer Ringmahon Rangers and Cork City tyro could get his debut before the season is outExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832761.htmlDerry City in Celtic Park latest landmark in soccer's relationship with GAA and Rule 422026-04-23T17:00:00+01:002026-04-23T17:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Derry City face Shamrock Rovers at the county's GAA base on Friday night. Derry City face Shamrock Rovers at the county's GAA base on Friday night. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41832812.htmlTG4 to broadcast Punchestown preview show 2026-04-23T16:31:00+01:002026-04-23T16:31:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 30-minute programme includes an interview with Willie Mullins whose stable stars will be targeted at the festival’s principal prizes.The 30-minute programme includes an interview with Willie Mullins whose stable stars will be targeted at the festival’s principal prizes.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832797.htmlFormer Chelsea captain John Terry worried about club after Liam Rosenior sacking2026-04-23T16:28:00+01:002026-04-23T16:28:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Blues are without a manager for the second time this season after Rosenior was given only 23 matches following his appointment in January.The Blues are without a manager for the second time this season after Rosenior was given only 23 matches following his appointment in January.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832779.htmlMcMillan praises Munster group's ability to 'shut out the outside noise'2026-04-23T16:11:00+01:002026-04-23T16:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Munster lie in sixth place in the standings with three rounds to play, two points out of the top four.Munster lie in sixth place in the standings with three rounds to play, two points out of the top four.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832776.htmlKilkenny hurlers must sign in for long term says Andy Comerford as loss of Ryan and Lawlor keenly felt2026-04-23T16:11:00+01:002026-04-23T16:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'You can go on your holidays when you retire. You’ll have loads of times then to go and see the world''You can go on your holidays when you retire. You’ll have loads of times then to go and see the world'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832053.html'There were times I was like, rugby is killing me’: Calvin Nash hopes injury woes behind him as he eyes 100th cap2026-04-23T14:21:00+01:002026-04-23T14:21:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Ireland wing is bemused as to why his season has descended into the stop-start frustration that has restricted the 28-year-old to just eight appearances.The Ireland wing is bemused as to why his season has descended into the stop-start frustration that has restricted the 28-year-old to just eight appearances.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832641.htmlJager starts as McMillan names Munster side for Ulster clash2026-04-23T14:10:00+01:002026-04-23T14:10:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Munster now sit in sixth place, a point behind Ulster in fifth and just two adrift of a top-four finish.Munster now sit in sixth place, a point behind Ulster in fifth and just two adrift of a top-four finish.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41832590.htmlElite female golfers step into spotlight at Women's South of Ireland Championship in Lahinich2026-04-23T13:30:00+01:002026-04-23T13:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Event is the first of Golf Ireland’s new quartet of annual regional championships and takes place on a weekend which is normally reserved for Lahinch's Vaughan CupEvent is the first of Golf Ireland’s new quartet of annual regional championships and takes place on a weekend which is normally reserved for Lahinch's Vaughan CupExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832956.htmlMcClean admits fight to save career from chronic hip injury2026-04-23T13:15:00+01:002026-04-23T13:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Ireland centurion returned to his hometown club Derry City on a two-year deal.The Ireland centurion returned to his hometown club Derry City on a two-year deal.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41832491.htmlMotorsport: Jon Armstrong zoning in on World Rally Championship breakthrough2026-04-23T11:44:00+01:002026-04-23T11:44:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/His team-mate Josh McErlean has prioritised replicating the pace he showed in CroatiaHis team-mate Josh McErlean has prioritised replicating the pace he showed in CroatiaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832464.htmlIreland team revealed ahead of tricky Women's Six Nations test in France2026-04-23T10:46:00+01:002026-04-23T10:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After a dominant display at home to Italy, Irish head to Clermont on SaturdayAfter a dominant display at home to Italy, Irish head to Clermont on SaturdayExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832461.htmlRay Keane content with Cork progression as Kerry task awaits2026-04-23T10:06:00+01:002026-04-23T10:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Keane did not go into great detail on the possible availability of Cork senior Dara Sheedy for the decider against Kerry.Keane did not go into great detail on the possible availability of Cork senior Dara Sheedy for the decider against Kerry.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832362.htmlPep Guardiola adamant Man City have to win all their games to win Premier League2026-04-23T08:15:00+01:002026-04-23T08:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It is the first time City have led the table since August and, with five games to play, they appear to be timing their run perfectly.It is the first time City have led the table since August and, with five games to play, they appear to be timing their run perfectly.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832101.htmlRouines and Clare grew up on '92 glory but still awaiting a sequel2026-04-23T07:09:00+01:002026-04-23T07:09:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cillian and Brendy Rouine's dad, Brendan, was a Clare sub the afternoon of the 1992 Munster final triumph over the green and gold.Cillian and Brendy Rouine's dad, Brendan, was a Clare sub the afternoon of the 1992 Munster final triumph over the green and gold.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832203.htmlStacey Flood: 'It's such an Irish thing to shy away from being confident'2026-04-23T06:59:00+01:002026-04-23T06:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/But Flood is certain that Ireland have the respect of France ahead of their Six Nations round three tie.But Flood is certain that Ireland have the respect of France ahead of their Six Nations round three tie.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41831780.htmlJohn Kiely issues rallying call to Limerick supporters ahead of Cork clash2026-04-22T22:35:00+01:002026-04-22T22:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Limerick head into Sunday's Munster SHC clash against Cork with just one player unavailable through injuryLimerick head into Sunday's Munster SHC clash against Cork with just one player unavailable through injuryExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832293.htmlDominant Kerry cruise into Munster U20FC final with nineteen point win over Clare2026-04-22T22:34:00+01:002026-04-22T22:34:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/While Kerry led by only two points at the interval, that was more about the hosts playing against the wind rather than any threat from the Banner.While Kerry led by only two points at the interval, that was more about the hosts playing against the wind rather than any threat from the Banner.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832326.htmlLeeds snatch last-gasp equaliser at Bournemouth to move to brink of safety2026-04-22T22:27:00+01:002026-04-22T22:27:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Daniel Farke’s side moved on to 40 points – nine clear of the relegation zone.Daniel Farke’s side moved on to 40 points – nine clear of the relegation zone.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41831690.htmlDalo's Hurling Show Extra: Eyes of the world on another Munster double bill2026-04-22T22:25:00+01:002026-04-22T22:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Anthony Daly, TJ Ryan, Mark Landers and Ken Hogan break down next Sunday's Munster SHC clashes between Cork and Limerick and Waterford and Tipp.Anthony Daly, TJ Ryan, Mark Landers and Ken Hogan break down next Sunday's Munster SHC clashes between Cork and Limerick and Waterford and Tipp.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832314.htmlLeinster U20HC round-up: Galway overcome Kilkenny to secure semi spot2026-04-22T22:12:00+01:002026-04-22T22:12:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In Group 2, Dublin finished with three wins from three after overcoming 2024 provincial winners Offaly by 4-23 to 0-15.In Group 2, Dublin finished with three wins from three after overcoming 2024 provincial winners Offaly by 4-23 to 0-15.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832308.htmlErling Haaland sends Manchester City top with narrow win over relegated Burnley2026-04-22T22:03:00+01:002026-04-22T22:03:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/But only time will tell whether this was a missed opportunity for Pep Guardiola's side in a title race with Arsenal that is so tight with five games to go that City only sit at the summit by virtue of scoring more goals than the Gunners.But only time will tell whether this was a missed opportunity for Pep Guardiola's side in a title race with Arsenal that is so tight with five games to go that City only sit at the summit by virtue of scoring more goals than the Gunners.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832302.htmlUlster U20FC semi-finals round-up: Tyrone and Monaghan to meet in decider2026-04-22T21:38:00+01:002026-04-22T21:38:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tyrone overcame Donegal while Monaghan defeated Armagh on Wednesday night.Tyrone overcame Donegal while Monaghan defeated Armagh on Wednesday night.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832296.htmlClare finish strong to snatch Munster U20HC victory over 14-man Tipperary2026-04-22T21:30:00+01:002026-04-22T21:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A 2-2 streak in the last six minutes saw the Banner overturn a seven-point deficit against Tipp.A 2-2 streak in the last six minutes saw the Banner overturn a seven-point deficit against Tipp.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832287.htmlSuper sub Ruairi Kilcline fires Roscommon past Galway and into Connacht U20 final2026-04-22T21:09:00+01:002026-04-22T21:09:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kilcline scored 1-2 in his 20 minute cameo to help swing the match in the Rossies favour.Kilcline scored 1-2 in his 20 minute cameo to help swing the match in the Rossies favour.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832281.htmlWasteful Limerick crash out of Munster U20HC with defeat to Waterford2026-04-22T21:00:00+01:002026-04-22T21:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Limerick registered 19 wides against already eliminated Waterford to suffer a one-point defeat at the TUS Gaelic Grounds.Limerick registered 19 wides against already eliminated Waterford to suffer a one-point defeat at the TUS Gaelic Grounds.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41832275.htmlCork storm past Waterford to secure Munster U20FC final showdown with Kerry2026-04-22T20:43:00+01:002026-04-22T20:43:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Seán Coakley starred for the Rebels, hitting nine points, seven of which came from play.Seán Coakley starred for the Rebels, hitting nine points, seven of which came from play.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41832272.htmlSix-time champion jockey Colin Keane receives seven-day ban2026-04-22T20:29:00+01:002026-04-22T20:29:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Stewards found Keane to be in breach of Rule 212, by “failing to achieve his best possible placing” and having “eased his riding”.The Stewards found Keane to be in breach of Rule 212, by “failing to achieve his best possible placing” and having “eased his riding”.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/business-of-sport/arid-41832239.htmlJack Anderson: Business first, sport second. Same as it ever was2026-04-22T18:40:00+01:002026-04-22T18:40:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/AI can, at bewildering speed, help clubs collect, manage and analyse huge amounts of fan data. And the more fans you can target, the more money you can extract from themAI can, at bewildering speed, help clubs collect, manage and analyse huge amounts of fan data. And the more fans you can target, the more money you can extract from themExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41832383.htmlArena with Maurice Brosnan: Chasing gold - the truth about Irish athletics funding2026-04-22T18:15:00+01:002026-04-22T18:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/This week, we’re talking funding for athletics, how the model works and how it could be better.This week, we’re talking funding for athletics, how the model works and how it could be better.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41832059.htmlLiam Rosenior sacked as Chelsea head coach following wretched run2026-04-22T17:40:00+01:002026-04-22T17:40:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Calum McFarlane will take charge until the end of the season, starting with Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final against Leeds.Calum McFarlane will take charge until the end of the season, starting with Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final against Leeds.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41832179.htmlRonnie O’Sullivan picks up cue from under bed in Ireland and storms into last 162026-04-22T16:56:00+01:002026-04-22T16:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/O’Sullivan required just 35 minutes to turn a 7-2 overnight advantage into another comfortable Crucible winO’Sullivan required just 35 minutes to turn a 7-2 overnight advantage into another comfortable Crucible winExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41831549.htmlHurling observations: Tipp v Cork endgame shows thin line between risk and reward2026-04-22T16:00:00+01:002026-04-22T16:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/So much that goes on during hurling matches is missed by those watching on TV. Broadcasters could do a better job of informing viewers. So much that goes on during hurling matches is missed by those watching on TV. Broadcasters could do a better job of informing viewers. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41832020.htmlUlster hit with raft of injuries prior to Thomond clash with Munster 2026-04-22T14:40:00+01:002026-04-22T14:40:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Six of Murphy's matchday 23 in the 29-21 loss to Leinster last week were withdrawn through injury and will take no part in the crucial Thomond fixture.Six of Murphy's matchday 23 in the 29-21 loss to Leinster last week were withdrawn through injury and will take no part in the crucial Thomond fixture.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41831954.htmlManchester United yet to decide if Michael Carrick will be offered manager’s job2026-04-22T13:49:00+01:002026-04-22T13:49:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Club hierarchy to wait until end of season to make decision.Club hierarchy to wait until end of season to make decision.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41831960.htmlEuropean Championship qualifying may switch to Nations League-style format2026-04-22T13:41:00+01:002026-04-22T13:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Uefa will make a decision next month with the new system unlikely to be in place before Euro 2028 qualifying begins next yearUefa will make a decision next month with the new system unlikely to be in place before Euro 2028 qualifying begins next yearExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41831915.htmlVirgil van Dijk: Champions League qualification ‘not the standard’ for Liverpool2026-04-22T13:14:00+01:002026-04-22T13:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Liverpool are three points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa in the chase for the Champions League places. Liverpool's next game is against Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoonLiverpool are three points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa in the chase for the Champions League places. Liverpool's next game is against Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoonExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41831900.htmlMan Utd considering summer move for Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni2026-04-22T13:00:00+01:002026-04-22T13:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/United would seemingly like to bolster their midfield options this summerUnited would seemingly like to bolster their midfield options this summerExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/