https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comMon, 05 Oct 2026 09:04:31 +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-41919469.htmlIreland newcomers make case for South Africa trip2026-10-05T06:11:00+01:002026-10-05T06:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/For the three debutants in Ireland’s seven-try victory over Japan, it was an exceptionally well-timed first impression at Virgin Media Park.For the three debutants in Ireland’s seven-try victory over Japan, it was an exceptionally well-timed first impression at Virgin Media Park.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919700.html'This has now become a team': Mulcahy salutes Glen Rovers after sealing final spot2026-10-05T06:00:00+01:002026-10-05T06:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Micheál Mullins, described as 'a revelation' by his manager Tomás Mulcahy, wouldn’t have been on most people’s bingo cards for a brace of goals but he took them so well.Micheál Mullins, described as 'a revelation' by his manager Tomás Mulcahy, wouldn’t have been on most people’s bingo cards for a brace of goals but he took them so well.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919697.htmlHow Ireland rated: Heimir handles the heat, Jack's the lad2026-10-05T03:59:00+01:002026-10-05T03:59:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Israel rematch last night put a cap on the drama but, as the players return to a sense of normality at club level the fallout, both on and off the pitch, will linger.The Israel rematch last night put a cap on the drama but, as the players return to a sense of normality at club level the fallout, both on and off the pitch, will linger.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41919559.htmlNenagh Ormond's bid for immediate bounceback gathers momentum2026-10-05T03:36:00+01:002026-10-05T03:36:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After a chastening maiden appearance in the top flight last season, which saw Nenagh Ormond sent straight back down to the second tier, the Tipperary club has shown no signs of feeling sorry for itself.After a chastening maiden appearance in the top flight last season, which saw Nenagh Ormond sent straight back down to the second tier, the Tipperary club has shown no signs of feeling sorry for itself.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41919688.htmlYoung No. 10 Charlie O'Shea lights up a proper Munster display2026-10-05T02:38:00+01:002026-10-05T02:38:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After a dismal week at the province, Clayton McMillan’s team restored the smiles to Thomond Park with this bonus-point victory over a powerhouse Bulls side to get their URC campaign up and running.After a dismal week at the province, Clayton McMillan’s team restored the smiles to Thomond Park with this bonus-point victory over a powerhouse Bulls side to get their URC campaign up and running.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41919661.htmlChristy O'Connor: Dingle choked by the pattern of history2026-10-05T02:15:00+01:002026-10-05T02:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/In the 55-year history of the All-Ireland Club SFC, 28 the winners champions didn’t retain their county title that same seasonIn the 55-year history of the All-Ireland Club SFC, 28 the winners champions didn’t retain their county title that same seasonExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919706.htmlÉamonn Fitzmaurice: 'I've a lot to learn about Galway, there is an intimidating factor around that'2026-10-05T02:00:00+01:002026-10-05T02:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Fitzmaurice has already got a lesson in the politics of Galway footballFitzmaurice has already got a lesson in the politics of Galway footballExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41919499.htmlMunster CEO change won't impact McMillan future2026-10-05T01:11:00+01:002026-10-05T01:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The New Zealander had raised doubts about his status following the failed attempt to hire former Chiefs assistant Roger Randle last season.The New Zealander had raised doubts about his status following the failed attempt to hire former Chiefs assistant Roger Randle last season.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919718.htmlHeimir Hallgrímsson: It was difficult to motivate Ireland players against Israel2026-10-04T22:30:00+01:002026-10-04T22:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Icelander admitted the game lacked a competitive edge, despite clear enmity between the sides.The Icelander admitted the game lacked a competitive edge, despite clear enmity between the sides.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919715.htmlNations League: Hojlund penalty sees Denmark beat Wales, Zirkzee grabs Dutch winner2026-10-04T22:13:00+01:002026-10-04T22:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Germany’s frustrating start under new boss Jurgen Klopp continued with a goalless draw in Greece.Germany’s frustrating start under new boss Jurgen Klopp continued with a goalless draw in Greece.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919709.htmlIreland held by Israel but another ugly incident overshadows Nations League clash2026-10-04T22:05:00+01:002026-10-04T22:05:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Troy Parrott’s penalty on 39 minutes in the behind-closed-doors venue ought to have sent Ireland towards a second successive victory over their opponents but a sloppy equaliser conceded immediately after half-time cost Ireland another lead and two points.Troy Parrott’s penalty on 39 minutes in the behind-closed-doors venue ought to have sent Ireland towards a second successive victory over their opponents but a sloppy equaliser conceded immediately after half-time cost Ireland another lead and two points.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919703.htmlEveryone lost something over the course of this Nations League window2026-10-04T21:54:00+01:002026-10-04T21:54:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/There can’t be any instant shedding of the scars and the angst that spilled over onto the pitchThere can’t be any instant shedding of the scars and the angst that spilled over onto the pitchExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919694.html'Thank you, League of Ireland': Greg Bolger announces retirement2026-10-04T21:17:00+01:002026-10-04T21:17:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 38-year-old midfielder will call time on his almost 20-year playing career in the League of Ireland when his current club Cork City collect the First Division title against Finn Harps at Turner’s Cross on Friday night.The 38-year-old midfielder will call time on his almost 20-year playing career in the League of Ireland when his current club Cork City collect the First Division title against Finn Harps at Turner’s Cross on Friday night.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919691.htmlFour-goal Aghada reclaim Cork senior A crown2026-10-04T21:16:00+01:002026-10-04T21:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Champions in 2024 and last year’s runners-up, Aghada have returned to the summit of Cork’s senior A grade and deservedly so.Champions in 2024 and last year’s runners-up, Aghada have returned to the summit of Cork’s senior A grade and deservedly so.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/golf/arid-41919667.htmlLIV Golf’s Adrian Meronk holds nerve to win Alfred Dunhill Links Championship2026-10-04T20:18:00+01:002026-10-04T20:18:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 33-year-old Pole – among the DP World Tour members allowed to play in conflicting LIV Golf tournaments under the 2026 Conditional Release Agreement – made the most of overnight leader Casey Jarvis seeing his challenge fade to finish with a 68 for a 20-under total.The 33-year-old Pole – among the DP World Tour members allowed to play in conflicting LIV Golf tournaments under the 2026 Conditional Release Agreement – made the most of overnight leader Casey Jarvis seeing his challenge fade to finish with a 68 for a 20-under total.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919664.htmlGarrymore end 44-year wait to set up Mayo final against Castlebar2026-10-04T19:56:00+01:002026-10-04T19:56:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Garrymore beat Belmullet after extra time to reach the Mayo SFC deciderGarrymore beat Belmullet after extra time to reach the Mayo SFC deciderExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/arid-41919658.htmlWatch and read: An Ghaeltacht stun Templenoe with late extra-time goal2026-10-04T19:20:00+01:002026-10-04T19:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Brian Ó Beaglaoich created the winning goal by Cian MacGearailt and moments later pulled off a crucial blockBrian Ó Beaglaoich created the winning goal by Cian MacGearailt and moments later pulled off a crucial blockExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919652.htmlGalway SHC: Loughrea remain on course for third title in-a-row2026-10-04T19:00:00+01:002026-10-04T19:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/All-Star nominee Tom Monaghan shot 0-9 from play to drive Craughwell into the last four.All-Star nominee Tom Monaghan shot 0-9 from play to drive Craughwell into the last four.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919649.htmlAs it happened: Spitting allegation on another grim night between Ireland and Israel2026-10-04T18:55:00+01:002026-10-04T18:55:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The build-up to the Nations League return between Ireland and Israel has been fraught.The build-up to the Nations League return between Ireland and Israel has been fraught.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41919646.html'To get the goals the way he did, it was testament to the man': Mulcahy full of praise for Glen goalscorer Mullins2026-10-04T18:37:00+01:002026-10-04T18:37:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Mullins had been an injury concern with a calf injury coming into the game but overcome it with aplomb and stuck his two goals with precision.Mullins had been an injury concern with a calf injury coming into the game but overcome it with aplomb and stuck his two goals with precision.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41919637.htmlTillman return tips the balance as Demons put on a show2026-10-04T18:27:00+01:002026-10-04T18:27:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The return of Elijah ‘Baby Shaq’ Tillman was a major boost for Demons, as he notched up 34 points, 12 rebounds and two blocksThe return of Elijah ‘Baby Shaq’ Tillman was a major boost for Demons, as he notched up 34 points, 12 rebounds and two blocksExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41919628.htmlMotorsport: Evans clinches maiden WRC Drivers' title to become the first British title winner in 25 years2026-10-04T18:14:00+01:002026-10-04T18:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It ended the title fight in the most extraordinary circumstances and while Solberg got back on the stage to claim the rally victory, Evans, a five-time championship runner-up, took his maiden WRC championship win to become the first British driver to win the title in 25 years. It ended the title fight in the most extraordinary circumstances and while Solberg got back on the stage to claim the rally victory, Evans, a five-time championship runner-up, took his maiden WRC championship win to become the first British driver to win the title in 25 years. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919643.htmlKerry SFC draw: Crokes and Stacks to meet in quarter-finals2026-10-04T18:13:00+01:002026-10-04T18:13:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The quarter-finals will take place on October 10 and 11The quarter-finals will take place on October 10 and 11Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919610.htmlMurray knows why Barrs coming good at right time2026-10-04T17:52:00+01:002026-10-04T17:52:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Paudie Murray has his own logic for why St Finbarr's didn’t flow until the championship’s second last weekend.Paudie Murray has his own logic for why St Finbarr's didn’t flow until the championship’s second last weekend.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919607.htmlTwomey brothers impress as Kilshannig run riot against Argideen to book Cork Premier JHC decider2026-10-04T17:47:00+01:002026-10-04T17:47:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kilshannig will take on St Catherine’s in the final, who were scintillating in their own semi-final win over Barryroe.Kilshannig will take on St Catherine’s in the final, who were scintillating in their own semi-final win over Barryroe.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919616.htmlClare SFC: Third final meeting in six years for ‘Bricks and Éire Óg2026-10-04T17:46:00+01:002026-10-04T17:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Ennis side are bidding for a first three-in-a-row of Jack Daly Cups for the first time in 115 years after holding off 2018 and ’19 winners St. Joseph’s Miltown by 1-20 to 0-11. The Ennis side are bidding for a first three-in-a-row of Jack Daly Cups for the first time in 115 years after holding off 2018 and ’19 winners St. Joseph’s Miltown by 1-20 to 0-11. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919601.htmlWatch and read: Healy double and Dillon brilliance send North Kerry into quarter-finals2026-10-04T17:21:00+01:002026-10-04T17:21:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cormac Dillon scored seven points for North Kerry in a deserved victory over Na GaeilCormac Dillon scored seven points for North Kerry in a deserved victory over Na GaeilExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919598.htmlWatch and read: Mullins brace powers Glen Rovers into old-school Cork decider with the Barrs2026-10-04T17:15:00+01:002026-10-04T17:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Glen Rovers avenged their 2025 quarter-final defeat to Midleton.Glen Rovers avenged their 2025 quarter-final defeat to Midleton.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919508.htmlAs it happened: St Finbarr's and Glen Rovers set up first Cork Premier SHC final showdown since 19882026-10-04T17:14:00+01:002026-10-04T17:14:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/St Finbarr's beat Kanturk while Glen Rovers overcame Midleton in Sunday's semi-finalsSt Finbarr's beat Kanturk while Glen Rovers overcame Midleton in Sunday's semi-finalsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919577.htmlO’Shea hat-trick as Southern Gaels hit goal trail to retain Kerry crown2026-10-04T16:15:00+01:002026-10-04T16:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The champions’ ability to find the net proved decisive against Castleisland DesmondsThe champions’ ability to find the net proved decisive against Castleisland DesmondsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41919574.htmlDaryz does Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe double in brilliant fashion2026-10-04T16:04:00+01:002026-10-04T16:04:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Once Mickael Barzalona pulled the Francis-Henri Graffard-trained Daryz out to make his run the result looked inevitable.Once Mickael Barzalona pulled the Francis-Henri Graffard-trained Daryz out to make his run the result looked inevitable.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919583.htmlWatch and read: Twomey inspires late surge to send Barrs into Cork hurling final2026-10-04T15:40:00+01:002026-10-04T15:40:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/With 11 minutes of normal time to play, the Barrs trailed by four points but they outgunned Kanturk 1-9 to 0-3 at a crucial stage of the gameWith 11 minutes of normal time to play, the Barrs trailed by four points but they outgunned Kanturk 1-9 to 0-3 at a crucial stage of the gameExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919562.htmlWatch and read: Kerry ace O'Shea leads way for Kenmare Shamrocks2026-10-04T15:29:00+01:002026-10-04T15:29:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Three goals in four minutes in the opening half had Peter O’Sullivan’s charges home and dry against West KerryThree goals in four minutes in the opening half had Peter O’Sullivan’s charges home and dry against West KerryExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/othersport/arid-41919454.htmlMax Verstappen navigates start chaos to triumph in Bahrain Grand Prix2026-10-04T11:25:00+01:002026-10-04T11:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Kimi Antonelli took second with Lewis Hamilton completing a fine comeback drive from 18th to take the final spot on the podiumKimi Antonelli took second with Lewis Hamilton completing a fine comeback drive from 18th to take the final spot on the podiumExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919121.htmlPatrick Horgan book excerpt: People criticising Gary Keegan over 2025 final misread situation totally2026-10-04T10:08:00+01:002026-10-04T10:08:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/This is an abridged extract from Patrick Horgan's autobiography, 'Hoggie', published by Gill Books and in shops from October 8th. It will be officially launched at Glen Rovers Hurling Club at 8pm the same eveningThis is an abridged extract from Patrick Horgan's autobiography, 'Hoggie', published by Gill Books and in shops from October 8th. It will be officially launched at Glen Rovers Hurling Club at 8pm the same eveningExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport-columnists/arid-41919682.htmlColin Sheridan: Premier League partly brought the Man City problem on itself2026-10-04T02:30:00+01:002026-10-04T02:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/There is a particular danger in treating this as an argument between rival supporters. City fans defending their club. Liverpool and Arsenal fans revisiting old tables. That reduces a question about the credibility of an entire competition to another weekend of tribal grievanceThere is a particular danger in treating this as an argument between rival supporters. City fans defending their club. Liverpool and Arsenal fans revisiting old tables. That reduces a question about the credibility of an entire competition to another weekend of tribal grievanceExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41919409.html'Don't want to blow too much smoke up his backside': McMillan praises Munster rookie Charlie O’Shea2026-10-03T22:51:00+01:002026-10-03T22:51:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 20-year-old from Cork guided Munster to their first victory of the URC campaign, a 26-22 bonus-point win over the Bulls in Limerick on Saturday night.The 20-year-old from Cork guided Munster to their first victory of the URC campaign, a 26-22 bonus-point win over the Bulls in Limerick on Saturday night.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919403.htmlNations League round-up: Lamine Yamal stars as Spain see off Czechia, Scotland boss gets first win2026-10-03T22:46:00+01:002026-10-03T22:46:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 19-year-old underlined his Ballon d’Or credentials with a fine curling effort from the edge of the box in the sixth minute.The 19-year-old underlined his Ballon d’Or credentials with a fine curling effort from the edge of the box in the sixth minute.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919385.htmlHeimir Hallgrimsson: UEFA must consider whether Ireland and Israel meet again2026-10-03T22:30:00+01:002026-10-03T22:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Republic play Israel behind closed doors in Serbia on Sunday, the reverse fixture of their 3-0 Nations League win in HungaryThe Republic play Israel behind closed doors in Serbia on Sunday, the reverse fixture of their 3-0 Nations League win in HungaryExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41919397.htmlTop-14 round-up: Ronan O’Gara’s La Rochelle secure first bonus-point of the season2026-10-03T22:17:00+01:002026-10-03T22:17:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Whatever it was the manager said in the changing rooms at the end of a lethargic, sleep-inducing first-half awakened his side to a much more urgent and greatly improved second half.Whatever it was the manager said in the changing rooms at the end of a lethargic, sleep-inducing first-half awakened his side to a much more urgent and greatly improved second half.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41919394.htmlCharlie O'Shea stars as Munster kickstart URC campaign with bonus-point win over Bulls2026-10-03T22:00:00+01:002026-10-03T22:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Twenty-year-old O’Shea, making his first competitive start after an impressive pre-season, scored two tries on the nightTwenty-year-old O’Shea, making his first competitive start after an impressive pre-season, scored two tries on the nightExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919391.htmlWatch and read: Superb Spa stun All-Ireland club champions Dingle in Kerry SFC2026-10-03T21:50:00+01:002026-10-03T21:50:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Dingle were never at the races and laboured in too many departments against a Spa side who displayed ferocious hunger and intensity throughout.Dingle were never at the races and laboured in too many departments against a Spa side who displayed ferocious hunger and intensity throughout.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919352.htmlWatch and read: Carrigtwohill dig deep to overcome Blarney and reach Cork SAHC final2026-10-03T21:44:00+01:002026-10-03T21:44:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A crowd that lost their talisman, Seán Walsh, on the eve of championship and then lost their championship opener had found a way all the way to the decider.A crowd that lost their talisman, Seán Walsh, on the eve of championship and then lost their championship opener had found a way all the way to the decider.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919379.htmlWatch and read: Erin's Own ease past Watergrasshill to reach Cork SAHC final2026-10-03T21:20:00+01:002026-10-03T21:20:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Leading by four points early in the second half, Erin’s Own pushed seven ahead when sub Shane Irwin struck for a goal and their progression to a decider with neighbours Carrigtwohill rarely looked in doubt after that.Leading by four points early in the second half, Erin’s Own pushed seven ahead when sub Shane Irwin struck for a goal and their progression to a decider with neighbours Carrigtwohill rarely looked in doubt after that.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41919373.htmlYouthful Leinster fall to narrow defeat against Sharks in South Africa2026-10-03T20:41:00+01:002026-10-03T20:41:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Several thrived in that adversity, none more so than Conor O’Tighearnaigh, Josh Ericson and Todd Lawlor, while Caspar Gabriel and Fintan Gunne have a better understanding of running a game from the get-go.Several thrived in that adversity, none more so than Conor O’Tighearnaigh, Josh Ericson and Todd Lawlor, while Caspar Gabriel and Fintan Gunne have a better understanding of running a game from the get-go.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919337.htmlWatch and read: David Clifford plots East Kerry’s escape to victory with last-gasp two-point free2026-10-03T20:30:00+01:002026-10-03T20:30:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Clifford slotted the two point free to pinch this Kerry SFC first round knockout tie against Mid Kerry.Clifford slotted the two point free to pinch this Kerry SFC first round knockout tie against Mid Kerry.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919370.htmlDermot Desmond targeted by Celtic fan protest as he played in St Andrews pro-am2026-10-03T20:25:00+01:002026-10-03T20:25:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tennis balls with pictures of Desmond’s faces crossed out where thrown on to the green, with Desmond then escorted off the course by security.Tennis balls with pictures of Desmond’s faces crossed out where thrown on to the green, with Desmond then escorted off the course by security.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919367.htmlKane and Saka score braces as England hit sorry Croatia for seven2026-10-03T20:23:00+01:002026-10-03T20:23:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Victory saw England consolidate their position in the top two of Group A3 and another three points against Czechia on Wednesday will put them on the brink of qualifying for March’s quarter-finals.Victory saw England consolidate their position in the top two of Group A3 and another three points against Czechia on Wednesday will put them on the brink of qualifying for March’s quarter-finals.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919355.htmlFive-goal St Catherine’s blitz Barryroe to reach another Cork PJHC final2026-10-03T20:00:00+01:002026-10-03T20:00:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It will take a very good side to stop the Ballynoe/Conna outfit in the final based on the evidence provided throughout the championship to date.It will take a very good side to stop the Ballynoe/Conna outfit in the final based on the evidence provided throughout the championship to date.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919343.htmlWatch and read: Ballincollig reach consecutive Cork PIHC finals with spirited comeback win over Carrigaline2026-10-03T19:38:00+01:002026-10-03T19:38:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Trailing by seven points and the final nine minutes left to play Theo Morgan’s second point reduced the deficit and began a fantastic comeback for the Village.Trailing by seven points and the final nine minutes left to play Theo Morgan’s second point reduced the deficit and began a fantastic comeback for the Village.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919253.htmlFAI shuts down press conference after repeated questions over alleged monkey chants2026-10-03T19:27:00+01:002026-10-03T19:27:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/As a member of the visiting media continued to repeat the question, he threatened to call the local police when the FAI sought to take the microphone off himAs a member of the visiting media continued to repeat the question, he threatened to call the local police when the FAI sought to take the microphone off himExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919238.htmlGalway unveiling: Fitzmaurice on All-Ireland ambitions, his new commute and the Kerry factor2026-10-03T19:15:00+01:002026-10-03T19:15:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Fitzmaurice arrives out west having been immersed in Kerry football. Now he is trying to deny them a 40th All-Ireland titleFitzmaurice arrives out west having been immersed in Kerry football. Now he is trying to deny them a 40th All-Ireland titleExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919301.htmlDr Crokes come good in second half to topple rivals South Kerry 2026-10-03T19:08:00+01:002026-10-03T19:08:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Despite some first half gumption from the South Kerry men, Crokes showed their class in a second half that was one way trafficDespite some first half gumption from the South Kerry men, Crokes showed their class in a second half that was one way trafficExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919340.htmlLimerick SFC: Kildimo-Pallaskenry and Monaleen reach semis2026-10-03T19:06:00+01:002026-10-03T19:06:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The first of the relegation semi-finals also took place on Saturday, St. Kieran’s got the better of Ballylanders, 1-13 to 0-11.The first of the relegation semi-finals also took place on Saturday, St. Kieran’s got the better of Ballylanders, 1-13 to 0-11.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919334.htmlBandon produce the goods against Midleton to book Cork IHC decider2026-10-03T18:49:00+01:002026-10-03T18:49:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Bandon found their mojo in the second half and - inspired by Jack Cullinane (1-5) and the free taking of Michael Cahalane (8 points) - they soon took over as the Midleton challenge petered outBandon found their mojo in the second half and - inspired by Jack Cullinane (1-5) and the free taking of Michael Cahalane (8 points) - they soon took over as the Midleton challenge petered outExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919328.html'I won’t let emotion penetrate our squad': Israel manager clear on Ireland revenge mission2026-10-03T18:35:00+01:002026-10-03T18:35:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Months of controversy crescendoed last week in Hungary when the Israelis didn’t take kindly to Ireland’s demonstrations and crumbled to a 3-0 defeat.Months of controversy crescendoed last week in Hungary when the Israelis didn’t take kindly to Ireland’s demonstrations and crumbled to a 3-0 defeat.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919313.htmlWatch and Read: Ben Murphy impresses as Austin Stacks cruise to facile win over injury-hit Milltown/Castlemaine2026-10-03T18:33:00+01:002026-10-03T18:33:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/After his first season of VFL football after signing for the Brisbane Lions, the Tralee teenager registered four points from play in a comfortable win for last year’s Bishop Moynihan Cup runners-upAfter his first season of VFL football after signing for the Brisbane Lions, the Tralee teenager registered four points from play in a comfortable win for last year’s Bishop Moynihan Cup runners-upExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41919325.htmlCialan O’Sullivan bags winner as Coachford claim FAI Junior Cup in dramatic fashion2026-10-03T18:31:00+01:002026-10-03T18:31:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Coachford’s moment of glory arrived when Mark Murphy threaded a neat ball into space for Cialan O’Sullivan, who rifled a magnificent finish into the corner to hand the AUL side the lead once again on 76 minutesCoachford’s moment of glory arrived when Mark Murphy threaded a neat ball into space for Cialan O’Sullivan, who rifled a magnificent finish into the corner to hand the AUL side the lead once again on 76 minutesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/arid-41919316.htmlScott Bemand hails Ireland’s debutants after big win over Japan in Cork2026-10-03T18:16:00+01:002026-10-03T18:16:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The head coach believes his side are “where we need to be with a three-year picture” until the 2029 World Cup in Australia.The head coach believes his side are “where we need to be with a three-year picture” until the 2029 World Cup in Australia.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/gaa/arid-41919310.htmlWatch and read: Dylan Healy's late goal edges Dungourney past Valley Rovers and into Cork Premier IHC final2026-10-03T18:11:00+01:002026-10-03T18:11:00+01:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/With the last play of the game corner-back Dylan Healy was the hero for Dungourney as he popped up in attack to score their second goal and with it a place in the final against Ballincollig.With the last play of the game corner-back Dylan Healy was the hero for Dungourney as he popped up in attack to score their second goal and with it a place in the final against Ballincollig.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/