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Peter Haring explains why size matters for Hearts in Europa League

The Edinburgh side must overhaul a 2-1 first-leg deficit when FC Zurich visit Tynecastle Park on Thursday in order to reach the tournament’s group phase. The aggregate winners of the play-off tie will progress, while the losers parachute into the Europa Conference League groups.

Seamus Coleman set to make Everton return in cup clash with Fleetwood

Everton club captain Seamus Coleman is poised to make his first appearance of the season as the Toffees travel to Fleetwood in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday.

Herron leaves Larne FC ‘by mutual consent’ after row over ‘Up the Ra’ T-shirt

John Herron has left Larne Football Club “by mutual consent” after he was pictured wearing a T-shirt bearing the slogan “Up The Ra”.

John Herron leaves Larne FC ‘by mutual consent’ after row over IRA T-shirt

The 28-year-old, who is originally from North Lanarkshire, became the focus of criticism after a photograph emerged on social media of him wearing the T-shirt at a Wolfe Tones gig at Feile An Phobail in west Belfast on August 14.

Laura Whitmore quits as ITV Love Island host with sweet message to Caroline Flack

Laura Whitmore has announced that she is stepping down as host of Love Island after three series. The Irish broadcaster and presenter, 37, took over hosting duties on the first winter edition of the popular show from Caroline Flack in January 2020.