European nations scrap One Love armbands plan due to fear of FIFA sanctions
England and Wales will not wear an anti-discrimination armband in their World Cup matches on Monday after FIFA threatened them with sporting sanctions.
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Cristiano Ronaldo claims ‘I’m bullet-proof’ as he defends Piers Morgan interview
Cristiano Ronaldo described himself as “bullet-proof and iron-clad” as he defended the timing of his interview with Piers Morgan.
Callum Robinson spares Republic of Ireland blushes in narrow win over Malta
Callum Robinson scored his first international goal in a year as Republic of Ireland ended 2022 with a narrow friendly victory in Malta.
Oscar-winner Morgan Freeman helps open Qatar World Cup
Morgan Freeman sought to provide a dose of Hollywood gravitas as the 2022 World Cup was officially opened in Qatar.
Infantino criticises Europe's 'moral lessons', hitting back at World Cup criticism
Fifa president Gianni Infantino hit out at criticism of Qatar from Europe on the eve of the World Cup, suggesting Europeans should apologise for the past before giving "moral lessons".
Stephen Kenny bemoans defensive errors as Ireland beaten by Norway
Stephen Kenny was left to bemoan defensive errors as the Republic of Ireland’s hopes of heading into their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign on the back of two victories were undone by Norway.
Ohi Omoijuanfo snatches late victory for Norway against Republic of Ireland
Substitute Ohi Omoijuanfo made light of Erling Haaland’s absence as Norway struck late to beat the Republic of Ireland 2-1 in Dublin.
Construction to begin on national velodrome centre next year
A multi-million velodrome and badminton centre will be one of the first projects to be delivered as part of the Government’s medium-term plan for Sport Ireland’s vast Dublin campus.