Saturday sports roundup: Leinster denied European Champions Cup victory

Leinster have been denied a record-equalling fifth rugby union European Champions Cup in losing 24-21 to La Rochelle in the final.

They conceded a late try against last year's runners-up in Marseille.

Ireland captain Johnny Sexton kicked six penalties.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he wants his team to continue its "special" record in the Champions League by becoming just the third club to win it seven times.

Tens of thousands of fans are in Paris for tonight's final with Real Madrid, many of which do not have tickets for the game.

Victory would secure a third trophy for Klopp's side this season. Kick off at the Stade De France is at 8pm.

Kerry have retained their Munster Senior Football title with ease this afternoon.

They strolled to an 83rd provincial success with victory over Limerick 1-28 to 0-8.

Killan Spillane, who started in place of the injured David Clifford, kicked 1-3 for the Kingdom at Fitzgerald Stadium

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In the Leinster Football Championship final, Dublin were back in flying form with a win over Kildare in Croke Park.

Two goals from Cormac Costello sent Dessie Farrell's men on their way to a 12th title in a row.

Other goals for Dublin came from Con O'Callaghan, John Small and Ciaran Kilkenny.

The blitz of first half goal led Dublin to win 5-17 to 1-15.

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Dublin have stopped Meath from completing a clean sweep of trophies in the Ladies Football Championship.

The Royals were looking to add a Leinster football title to their National League and All Ireland crowns recently.

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