Stephen Kenny is confident the foundation is in place for a brighter future for the Republic of Ireland despite seeing their disappointing Euro 2024 campaign fizzle out in the Netherlands.Ireland knew before kick-off at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam that they would not be going to next summer’s finals after their feint hopes of snatching a play-off spot had finally been extinguished....Full Story »

Wout Weghorst fired the Netherlands into the Euro 2024 finals as the Republic of Ireland’s dismal campaign ended with a whimper.Hoffenheim’s on-loan Burnley frontman, whose winner in Dublin in September left Ireland with a mountain to climb, repeated the dose in Amsterdam to secure a 1-0 victory which was far more comprehensive than the scoreline suggested.As a result, the Dutch secu...Full Story »

Michael O’Neill could point to individual and collective mistakes after Northern Ireland lost 4-0 to Finland in their penultimate Euro 2024 qualifier but the inexperience of his young squad played a major role in Helsinki.Northern Ireland played well for much of the first half but fell behind to Joel Pohjanpalo’s penalty just before the break, and Daniel Hakans then doubled the lead ...Full Story »

Struggling Northern Ireland found no respite in the freezing temperatures of Helsinki as they suffered a seventh defeat of their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign in a 4-0 loss to Finland.Michael O’Neill’s injury-ravaged side started well but crumbled after Joel Pohjanpalo’s penalty late in the first half, with second-half goals from Daniel Hakans, Teemu Pukki and Robin Lod piling ...Full Story »

The forward has been linked with the David Beckham-owned club extensively over the past year. Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez formed one of the most potent strike forces in world footballAntonela Rocuzzo called on Balbi Suarez for the two to 'renew their photos' - hinting at a reunion in Miami Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino even said that he had drawn up plans for if the Miami club signed the ...Full Story »

Liam Delap’s stoppage-time goal consigned struggling Huddersfield to 1-0 Sky Bet Championship defeat at Hull.The visitors were resolute against the possession-driven Tigers but were finally outsmarted when Delap thrashed home from a central position.Hull bossed the game in terms of possession, but they lacked a necessary flash of quality to break down a well-constructed Town back five in r...Full Story »

Pair are making a habit of this ALEX SCOTT and Jess Glynne wore matching outfits as they enjoyed a walk in North London - days after their first public kiss. They both appeared to be feeling the cold as they wrapped up with hoods covering their heads. Alex Scott and Jess Glynne enjoyed a stroll in North London Credit: BackGrid Scott and Jess were spotted sharing their first public kiss last ...Full Story »

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has made a shock revelation about his future with the Blues. Having only joined Chelsea in the summer, Pochettino looked to buy into a project at Stamford Bridge that is targeting long-term success through the signing of young, promising players. That could be set to change, however. Ahead of returning to Tottenham Hotspur on Monday night, Pochettino hig...Full Story »

St Johnstone caretaker manager Alec Cleland hailed the reaction of his squad as they defeated Kilmarnock 2-1 in the first match since manager Steven MacLean was sacked.Nicky Clark scored a double in the first 10 minutes and, although Kyle Vassell pulled a goal back and Dara Costelloe was sent off for the hosts, they held on to secure their first league win at the 10th attempt.Cleland said: &ldqu...Full Story »

LIONEL MESSI made the Ballon d'Or a family affair as he arrived with his wife and three kids. The Inter Miami and Argentina hero, 36, landed a record-extending EIGHTH gong at the annual France Football awards. Messi led his country to World Cup glory in dramatic fashion in Qatar last December, completing his incredible trophy cabinet. And ahead of possibly getting his hands on the famous go...Full Story »

Liam Rosenior cherished a “big three points” after the 1-0 win at home to Preston propelled Hull into the Sky Bet Championship play-off places.Jaden Philogene’s exceptional strike after 68 minutes was the difference and the former Aston Villa midfielder was unquestionably the stand-out player in a tight encounter.Rosenior said: “I think for 80 minutes we completely contro...Full Story »

Josh Vela struck a stoppage-time winner as Reading’s dismal run without a League One victory stretched to six matches after they were beaten 2-1 by fellow strugglers Fleetwood.The visitors, dominant throughout much of the first half, went ahead after only 65 seconds thanks to Bosun Lawal’s first senior goal.Reading levelled in the 56th minute through Dom Ballard but Town snatched vic...Full Story »

Former Lincoln boss Michael Appleton suffered his first defeat as Charlton manager in eight games as the Addicks were blown away 3-1 by the rampant Imps at Sincil Bank.And it was two-goal Hakeeb Adelakun, a player effectively snubbed by Appleton during his tenure at Lincoln, who inflicted the most damage, with Sean Roughan adding a third after Alfie May had fired the Addicks into an early lead.C...Full Story »

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has given a brilliant response to his daughter Hollie's relationship with rugby star Joe Marchant. The daughter of the former Newcastle and England striker turned Match of the Day pundit is a singer-songwriter, while she also has a fashion career with brand Pretty Little Thing. Hollie, 28, is in a relationship with England star Marchant, who is part of th...Full Story »

Olufela Olomola scored a brace as Bromley claimed a 3-1 National League victory at home to Oxford City.The hosts opened the scoring, with Olomola opening his Bromley account just six minutes in.Oxford soon struck back with a Josh Parker penalty levelling the scores midway through the first half.Olomola put the home side back in front after 65 minutes and Louis Dennis put the score beyond doubt a...Full Story »

Ten-man Northern Ireland returned to the all-too-familiar feeling of defeat as Adam Cerin’s early free-kick put Group H leaders Slovenia on the verge of qualifying for Euro 2024 with a scrappy 1-0 win at Windsor Park.Saturday’s 3-0 victory over minnows San Marino ended Northern Ireland’s five-game losing streak but it proved only a temporary reprieve in an injury-ravaged qualif...Full Story »

Grace is currently in Italy and shared pics of her trip at the Amalfi coast. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Grace Charis (@itsgracecharis) The 22-year-old went out on a boat trip in a yacht and took a dip in the colourful Italian sea. And the American did so in style as she wore a tiny blue bikini that left her 1.7mi...Full Story »

Stephen Kenny is thinking only of the Republic of Ireland’s final Euro 2024 qualifier in the Netherlands after avoiding a potential banana skin against Gibraltar.Monday evening’s 4-0 win over Group B’s basement boys handed Ireland just a second victory in seven attempts in qualification, and they will head for Amsterdam next month to face a Dutch side still to secure a place at...Full Story »

Under-fire manager Stephen Kenny was spared further punishment as the Republic of Ireland eased to a 4-0 Euro 2024 qualifying victory over Gibraltar.Brighton teenager Evan Ferguson fired the visitors into an eighth-minute lead at the Estadio Algarve with his third senior international goal before Celtic winger Mikey Johnston, Wolves defender Matt Doherty and substitute Callum Robinson struck to ...Full Story »

Northern Ireland Under-21s lost 2-1 to Serbia in their Euro 2025 qualifier after Milos Pantovic struck a late winner at Mourneview Park.Ciaran McGuckin cancelled out Vladimir Lucic’s opener with a second-half spot-kick, but the visitors took full advantage of a moment of Northern Irish indecision to seal all three points.Serbia skipper Lucic handed his side a 1-0 lead with a super strike, ...Full Story »