Irish abroad: Goals in Ligue 1 and a record Premier League result
A brace in the French top flight and a record Premier League result were among the involvements of Irish players abroad over the weekend.
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Horan sets sights on ninth Women's Champions League crown for Lyon
Olympique Lyonnais midfielder Lindsey Horan is "like a kid at Christmas" as her side gets set to kick off their Women's Champions League group game against Slavia Prague with a view to reclaiming a title with which they have become synonymous.
Chelsea to face Real Madrid in Women's Champions League group stage
Chelsea will face Real Madrid, Swedish side BK Hacken and Paris FC, who knocked out Arsenal in qualifying, in the Women's Champions League group stage after the draw was held in Nyon on Friday.
Ireland prospect Cathal Heffernan set for move to Newcastle from Milan; Jake O'Brien leaves Palace for Lyon
Republic of Ireland Under-19 international Cathal Heffernan has reportedly sealed a move to Newcastle United from AC Milan, while Jake O'Brien has left Crystal Palace for Olympique Lyonnais.
Le Sommer scores brace in France's 4-0 last-16 win over Morocco
ADELAIDE: Eugenie Le Sommer netted a brace to lead France to a 4-0 victory over debutants Morocco in their last-16 match at the Women's World Cup, and into the quarter-finals for the third consecutive time.
Wang keeps 10-player China's World Cup dreams alive in Haiti win
ADELAIDE: Wang Shuang kept China's Women's World Cup campaign alive by converting a penalty in Friday's (Jul 28) 1-0 win over Haiti at Hindmarsh Stadium in Adelaide, with the Asian side showing great resolve to claim victory despite Zhang Rui's red card.
France without Bacha, De Almeida for World Cup opener against Jamaica
SYDNEY : France have been dealt an early blow in their quest for a maiden Women's World Cup title as winger Selma Bacha and defender Elisa De Almeida were ruled out of their opening game against Jamaica on Sunday.
Matheson hopes World Cup further raises profile of women's game, boosts new Canadian league
A veteran of four World Cups as a player, Diana Matheson knows the platform the women's soccer showcase presents.