Fermanagh edge Westmeath to keep promotion bid on track
A superbly-struck injury-time point from full-back Lee Cullen helped Fermanagh take a big step towards promotion in a thrilling affair at Ederney.
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Ronaldo included on Martínez’s first squad for Portugal
LISBON, Portugal: New Portugal coach Roberto Martínez included Cristiano Ronaldo in his first squad on Friday since taking over from Fernando Santos following the World Cup. The 38-year-old Ronaldo was left out of Santos’ starting lineup for Portugal’s knockout-phase games at the tournament in Qatar, including the quarterfinal loss to Morocco. Ronaldo, who plays for Saudi team Al-Nassr, can add to his international record 118 goals when Portugal plays European Championship qualifiers against Liechtenstein on March 23 and at Luxembourg three days later. “Cristiano Ronaldo is a player who is completely committed to the national team,” Martínez said. “I don’t look at age or other aspects. He has the chance to help the team and pass on his experience to other players.” Martínez made very few changes to the squad he inherited from Santos. Pepe, aged 40, was back again in defense, while Ronaldo was joined by João Félix, Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva as playmakers. Martínez joined Portugal after the Spaniard ended his six-year stint with Belgium following the team’s disappointing group-stage elimination at the World Cup. Portugal’s Euro 2024 qualifying group also includes Iceland, Slovakia and Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Wales end Six Nations campaign on losing note as France keep title hopes alive
Wales’ poor Guinness Six Nations campaign ended in predictable fashion as France inflicted a 41-28 defeat on Warren Gatland’s team.
Offaly prevail on emotional day as Liam Kearns honoured
On a difficult day for the Offaly and Tipperary players, both sides deserve credit for managing to serve up an entertaining game of football in Semple Stadium.
Robin van Persie lifts lid on relationship with Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag
Robin van Persie has likened Erik ten Hag to a 'prime minister' in the way he takes charge at Manchester United and has discussed his relationship with his fellow Dutchman.
Todd Cantwell Rangers goal VAR check lines were WRONG as Kris Boyd declares technology brought in 'on the cheap'
James McFadden reckons that Todd Cantwell's goal for Rangers against Motherwell should have been ruled out - despite being sent for a VAR check.
NFL draft takeaways from free agency: Impact on top prospects
With most of the top names in NFL free agency off the board, teams will start to turn their attention to next month's 2023 NFL draft. But how exactly has the past few weeks of player movement changed what we can expect on draft day? How have signings and trades altered Round 1 projections? Team needs have changed since Monday. Some roster voids have been filled, some have not. And a lot of money has flown around, even though some playmakers are still available.
Gary Lineker reflects on ‘hugely gratifying’ support before BBC return
Gary Lineker said as he returns to TV screens to present live coverage of the FA Cup quarter-final between Manchester City and Burnley that his support from colleagues has been “hugely gratifying” and “quite beautiful”.