Key talking points as Republic of Ireland face France in Euro 2024 qualifying
The Republic of Ireland head into their daunting Euro 2024 qualifier clash with France without the man the nation had hoped might inspire a fightback.
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Saudi disruption, Brighton mastery: Five talking points from Premier League transfer window
Premier League clubs smashed their previous record spend in a single transfer window by splashing over 2 billion ($2.5 billion) on new talent ahead of Friday's deadline.
Boks, Fiji light up Twickenham … Samoa simmering: 3 talking points after final RWC warm-ups
The final warm-up matches for this year's Rugby World Cup took place this weekend with holders South Africa hammering New Zealand on Friday and Fiji stunning England among the standout results.
Discipline danger to injury concerns ... 3 talking points ahead of final RWC warm-up matches
AFP Sport looks at three talking points ahead of the games:
Vettel's record in jeopardy, 'golden' Red Bull: 5 talking points ahead of Dutch Grand Prix
Formula 1 returns after its mid-season recess at this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix.
Key talking points as the new Premier League season gets under way
The new Premier League season kicked off with plenty of talking points.
Community Shield: Key talking points as Man City face Arsenal in season curtain-raiser
Last season’s treble winners Manchester City face Premier League runners-up Arsenal on Sunday in the FA Community Shield at Wembley (7pm UAE).
Staking a claim for the World Cup: Ireland v Italy talking points
Ireland begin their World Cup warm-up matches by hosting Italy at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.