Mark McHugh: Armagh put themselves on pedestal
Former Donegal footballer Mark McHugh has expressed the view that "Armagh people put themselves on a pedestal" ahead of the Ulster Championship final between the two counties on Sunday.
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Kerry edge Meath to secure U-20 final berth
Kerry are into their first U20 All-Ireland Football Championship final in 16 years after a dramatic one-point win over Leinster champions Meath in a sun-soaked FBD Semple Stadium on Saturday.
Northern Lights 'red alert' issued and the best time to see them in Greater Manchester tonight
A red alert status has been issued by Aurora experts who have revealed the best time to watch tonight’s Northern Lights display. Stargazers across Greater Manchester were treated to a stunning solar phenomenon as it made an appearance in northern skies last night (May 10).
Eurovision bosses issue statement after Bambie Thug misses dress rehearsal
Eurovision 2024 organisers have issued a statement after Ireland's Bambie Thug missed their dress rehearsal ahead of tonight's final.
Saturday sport: Cork face Limerick in hurling, start of Tailteann Cup
It is a busy day at both ends of the Premier League table, while in GAA, the Tailteann Cup gets underway. It is also important day of action for the Irish provinces in the URC.
"Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan Need To Work On Strike Rates": Pakistan Great's Blunt Take On Duo
Pakistan's former captain Younis Khan, who led them to their only World T20 title in 2009, has advised Babar Azam and other seniors like Mohammad Rizwan and Fakhar Zaman to be in sync with the requirements of modern cricket. Speaking at a function in Karachi on Friday, Younis said that the players must be prepared to bat at any position in the T20 format. Similarly, the bowlers must be ready to bowl in a pressure situation.
1st Time In History! Shockwaves Before T20 WC As Pakistan Lose To Ireland. Experts Say, "Some Serious..."
Andrew Balbirnie emerged as the hero for Ireland with a brilliant 77, helping his side to the team's first victory over Pakistan in 17 years as they won the opening Twenty20 international by five wickets in Dublin on Friday. This is Ireland's first win against Pakistan in T20Is. The opener's influential knock was crucial as Ireland chased down the target of 183 with a ball to spare. Victory gave Ireland a 1-0 lead in a three-match series against a Pakistan side they will also face in the group stage of next month's T20 World Cup in the United States and the West Indies. Reacting to what was just Ireland's second win against Pakistan following their shock triumph at the 2007 50-over World Cup, Shoaib Akhtar and Junaid Khan were left fuming.
Michael Duffy winner downs Bohemians and brings Derry City closer to summit
Derry City returned to winning ways thanks to substitute Michael Duffy's late winner to see off a battling Bohemians side at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium.