Former Ireland striker John Aldridge believes Martin O'Neill and his assistant Roy Keane had lost the support of the Irish sporting public, after it was...
Anthony Martial will equal records set by Ruud van Nistelrooy, Eric Cantona and Cristiano Ronaldo if he scores in Manchester United's Premier League...
Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler believes the progress manager Jurgen Klopp has overseen at the club will count for little if he cannot now take...
Denmark talisman Christian Eriksen accused the Republic of Ireland of being 'too scared to go...
Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman tried to find positives in another disappointing performance from Martin O'Neill's team, as a truly disastrous...
Southampton first team coach Kelvin Davis has urged Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill to hand striker Michael Obafemi a first cap and he believes the chance to play international football in a green shirt would be 'the perfect opportunity' for him.
Manchester United legend Gary Neville believes Jose Mourinho's current squad are 'miles behind' local rivals Manchester City after their comprehensive 3-1 defeat in the derby at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.
In an era when Irishman have struggled to locate the door to the Premier League, Matt Doherty should be held aloft as a shining light.
Judy Murray has called for more female coaching talent to step forward in what she has described as 'a man's world'.
Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman has donated €3,000 to a fund raising money for Jason Hanlon and sent him a message of good luck ahead of an operation on Tuesday.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed he staged a team meeting with his players following their Champions League defeat against Red Star...
Jose Mourinho has told his players to "grow up" after urging them to start games quickly ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby at the Etihad Stadium.
Arsenal manager Unai Emery has suggested that striker Danny Welbeck has 'a break of something in his ankle', after he was taken off on a stretcher...
Paul Pogba wants Manchester United's critics to continue to write them off, after their impressive 2-1 Champions League victory against Juventus...
Maurizio Sarri has admitted he is well ahead of schedule in his Chelsea revolution, after he predicted it would take him a full year to get...
Alexander Zverev has long been hailed as a tennis superstar in the making and he looked every inch a Grand Slam champion in waiting as he crushed world No.1 Novak Djokovic in to clinch the ATP Finals title at London's 02 Arena.
Arsene Wenger has admitted he has struggled to come to terms with the extra time he had in his life after his departure as Arsenal manager last May.
Roger Federer has insisted he is not dreaming of claiming his 100th career title on Sunday, after admitting Novak Djokovic may block his path to victory at the ATP World Tour finals.
Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman admitted his side’s performance against Northern Ireland in a 0-0 draw at the Aviva Stadium was ‘not good enough’, after another desperately disappointing night for Martin O’Neill’s men.
Kevin Sheedy has insisted Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill is right to continue to try and entice players with duel nationality to declare for his squad, as the debate over the futures of Declan Rice and Michael Obafemi continues.
Gary Neville and Graeme Souness got into a heated on-air discussion following Manchester United's comprehensive 3-1 defeat against Manchester City on Sunday, with the two experienced Sky Sports pundits putting forward strong arguments in the debate over the future of United boss Jose Mourinho.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho insisted he was content with the efforts of his players in their 3-1 defeat against Manchester City, even though they failed to register a single a shot on target from open play.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp conceded his side may have been "a bit lucky" to take a first half lead in their win against Fulham at Anfield, as a 41st minute incident swung the game away from the Londoners.
Republic of Ireland winger James McClean was booed throughout Stoke's 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground, as the furore over his decision not to wear a poppy rumbled on.
Gary Neville believes Jose Mourinho has silenced his critics after Wednesday night's Champions League win against Juventus in Turin, as he backed the Manchester United manager to continue to cause mischief after his contentious post-match celebrations in Turin.
Jose Mourinho has long since mastered the art of generating a verbal smokescreen to disguise his own failings, but he was not playing to the crowd when he become cheerleader-in-chief for Juventus last month.
Paul Pogba has insisted he is happy at Manchester United and dismissed suggestions that his relationship with manager Jose Mourinho is strained.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp warned his players that they have need to improve after a surprise 2-0 Champions League defeat against Red Star Belgrade in Serbia.
Liverpool and Spurs take part in Champions League action tonight while Man City and Man United resume their European campaigns tomorrow night. Independent.ie's Kevin Palmer previews all the action:
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher believes Manchester City remain a few steps ahead of his former club in the Premier League title race, but he is convinced Jurgen Klopp's Reds can still finish the season as champions.
Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic has rejected claims that there are splits in the club's dressing room, ahead of huge games against Juventus and Manchester United in the coming days.
Manchester United legend Paul McGrath has questioned whether Jose Mourinho's persistent public criticism of his players has created a fear factor inside his dressing room.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was not happy with one key area of his side's performance as they conceded a late goal in a thrilling 1-1 draw against Arsenal.
Paul Scholes believes Manchester United have to play to their strengths if they are to revive their flagging fortunes, after suggesting their defensive frailties will undermine their ambitions this season.
Jose Mourinho ripped into his players once again after after Marcus Rashford snatched a last gasp winner to secure a 2-1 win at Bournemouth.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has insisted he is hoping striker Anthony Martial signs a new contract with the club, just a few months after he appeared to be keen for him to leave.
Harry Redknapp has hit out at Gary Neville once again in what has become an increasingly fractious war of words between the former Tottenham manager and the Manchester United legend.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has admitted his side are not contenders for the Premier League title, but insisted they will be in a better position in the table by the start of 2019.
Liverpool FC raised £59,104 for Irish fan Sean Cox after a campaign for donations at last weekend's game against Cardiff at Anfield.
There was an eerie inevitability surrounding PSV Eindhoven's late equaliser against Tottenham's Champions League on Wednesday night - and the ramifications could be wide ranging.
Harry Redknapp has spoken of his shock after his long-time friend Glenn Hoddle collapsed on Saturday, with the Tottenham legend in a 'serious' condition in hospital.
Jose Mourinho has suggested he cannot be expected to get more out of his under-fire Manchester United squad, as the club's beleaguered manager again hinted the club need to invest in fresh players if he is expected to compete at the highest level.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp hailed midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri after he came off the bench to score his first Anfield goal in a 4-1 win against Cardiff.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho was all smiles as he welcomed the the Thai youth football team who were rescued from a cave earlier this year to the club's Carrington training base.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has admitted he is not expecting the club to agree a new contract with keeper David De Gea.
Gary Neville has admitted he doesn't know whether Jose Mourinho will find a way out of the crisis he is overseeing at Manchester United, as he admitted he fears Liverpool could win the Premier League title this season.
If Ireland's management team Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane need living proof that the leadership model has evolved since their respective glory days, they merely look across their dressing room to understand that times have changed.
It turns out that you can't get enough of a good thing.
Paul Ince has suggested Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is running out of excuses and may soon be out of his job as speculation over his future intensifies once again.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho took another swipe at the club's refusal to sign centre-backs in last summer's transfer window, after his side were comprehensibly outclassed by Juventus in the Champions League at Old Trafford.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho appeared to aim some fresh snipes at the club's refusal to sign centre-backs in last summer's transfer window, after his side were comprehensively outclassed by Juventus in the Champions League at Old Trafford.
Manchester United legends Paul Scholes and Rio Ferdinand lambasted Jose Mourinho's side after the 1-0 defeat to Juventus in the Champions League at Old Trafford.
Graeme Souness has opened up on "big regrets" from his tenure as Liverpool manager, in an account that suggests his failure to bring success to the Anfield club remains the biggest regret of his career.
Graeme Souness has rarely held back in his criticism of Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba and his latest comments suggest he will not be won over by the French World Cup winner any time soon.
The Premier League's two highest paid players have dark clouds hovering over them right now and for Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil, the only jury that matters will soon pass judgement.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has insisted he is focused on his job at Old Trafford, as rumours suggesting he could be offered a return to Real Madrid gather momentum.
John Aldridge has admitted he shares Jurgen Klopp's concerns over Liverpool's form, even though they are level on points with champions Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.
Wayne Rooney appeared to be signing for one of the worst teams in America's MLS when he joined DC United earlier this year, but his stunning impact on the team was confirmed as his two goals on Sunday helped to secure their place in the end of season play-offs.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admitted he was in no mood to smile after his side staggered to victory at Huddersfield, as he was forced to admit his players were 'not very good' despite their 1-0 win.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho was keen to play down a late fracas with Chelsea assistant coach Marco Ianni that sparked a touchline melee in the final minutes of a thrilling game at a Stamford Bridge.
What's at stake
An emotional Jose Mourinho has confessed he has been hurt by the criticism that has come his way in recent months, as he spoke for the first time about the report claiming he was on the brink of being sacked by Manchester United.
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri believes Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is not getting the respect he deserves ahead of their meeting at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
Jose Mourinho has insisted he will control his emotions if his Manchester United team beat Chelsea on Saturday, as he insists he "respects the stadium and respects the supporters" of his former club as he prepares to return to Stamford Bridge.
Katie Taylor returns to the ring this weekend and for so many reasons, this is a fight that could be game changing for the golden girl of Irish boxing.
Manchester United's Luke Shaw has signed a new contract with the club, ending speculation over his future at Old Trafford and rewarding the defender for winning his battle with manager Jose Mourinho.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has launched a passionate defence of his former manager Jose Mourinho and insisted some of the criticism flowing the way of the Manchester United manager is down to jealously.
Ronnie O'Sullivan was not too impressed with the ambience at the venue hosting this year's English Open snooker tournament, but his annoyance did not seem to affect him as he fired home his latest majestic 147 clearance.
Former Ireland midfielder Keith Andrews has accused Martin O'Neill of overseeing one of the most disastrous 12 months in the history of the national team, as he suggested he would be sacked from his role if the FAI had the funds to pay him off.
Ireland manager Martin O'Neill did his best to paint a rosy picture of his side's latest limp performance after claiming he saw 'lots of positives' on his side's 1-0 home defeat against Wales.
Former Ireland captain Kenny Cunningham believes Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill will be under huge pressure after his side slumped to a home defeat against a youthful Wales side at the Aviva Stadium.
Ryan Giggs and Roy Keane shared the same dream as their glorious Manchester United careers came to an end and it would not have involved exchanging pleasantries on the Aviva Stadium touchline.
Holland coach Ronald Koeman has offered up a worrying prognosis of Virgil van Dijk's current injury, as he suggested Liverpool's medical staff wanted the central defender to miss last Saturday's international against Germany.
Wales boss Ryan Giggs has has demanded a positive response from his depleted hit squad after last Thursday's 4-1 hammering at the hands of a second string Spain team in Cardiff.
James McClean believes Ireland 'made progress' in the 0-0 draw against Denmark - although former Ireland defender Phill Babb felt that the Derry man was played out of position by Martin O'Neill.
Here is how the Ireland players rated in the 0-0 draw against Denmark at the Aviva Stadium.
Jonathan Walters has given an insight into his bust-up with Roy Keane that caused a huge split in Martin O'Neill's Ireland set-up.
Liverpool medical staff will assess Mohamed Salah's fitness ahead of next weekend's Premier League game against Huddersfield, after he was forced out of Egypt's African Nations Cup qualifier against eSwatini with a muscle injury on Friday.
Eden Hazard has admitted he regrets his role in Jose Mourinho's downfall at Chelsea and admitted he would like to work with the manager now in charge of Manchester United once again.
Wales manager Ryan Giggs fears Gareth Bale will run out of time to overcome injury and play in next Tuesday's UEFA Nations League game against Ireland in Dublin.
Eddie Pepperell pulled off one of the most remarkable hole-in-ones seen on the European tour when he hit the bulls-eye in spectacular fashion during the first round of the British Masters.
Eleven Manchester United first team players will reach the end of their current contracts next summer, but fears of a mass exodus of star names from Old Trafford can be allayed.
Jason McAteer has admitted 'all was not right' for him when his football career came to an end, as he spoke about his decision to make a documentary exploring mental health with his old club Liverpool.
Paul Pogba may have been removed from his role as Manchester United vice-captain by manager Jose Mourinho last month, but he has now hinted that he does not not need an armband to be a vocal figure in a dressing room.
Chelsea's Eden Hazard has confirmed that he is still thinking about a possible move to Real Madrid, but the Premier League's in-form player has confirmed he will not agitate for a move away from Stamford Bridge.
Denmark coach Age Hareide has confirmed that he will not be calling Tottenham's Christian Eriksen into his squad for Saturday's UEFA Nations League game against the Republic of Ireland, after confirming his star man has a 'long-term' injury.
Those of us fortunate to be sharing Jose Mourinho’s airspace in a Stamford Bridge conference room on the day he pronounced himself as ‘the special one’ back in 2004 didn’t need to be convinced that his arrogance was justified.
Zinedine Zidane's agent appears to have ruled his client out of a move to Manchester United and suggested he is not keen to manage in England.
Rio Ferdinand admitted he was laughing at Jose Mourinho as he claimed he was the victim of a 'manhunt' after his side's dramatic 3-2 win against Newcastle at Old Trafford.
JOSE Mourinho came out fighting tonight as he was pulled back from the brink of the sack by his Manchester United players after a dramatic night at Old Trafford.
Jose Mourinho retains the backing of the Manchester United hierarchy after they dismissed a report claiming a decision had been made to sack the Portuguese manager.
Gary Neville has reacted furiously to a report claiming Jose Mourinho will be sacked as Manchester United manager, regardless of the result of Saturday's Premier League game against Newcastle.
Conor McGregor will make his long-awaited return to the UFC stage when he takes on Khabib Nurmagomedov in Las Vegas on Saturday night, with a huge army of Irish fans already in town to cheer on their hero.
Republic of Ireland defender Shane Duffy has spoken of his delight after he signed a lucrative new five-year contract with Brighton.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has urged Liverpool fans to refrain from a repeat of the scenes that marred last season's Champions League quarter-final clash at Anfield on Sunday.
Confusion reigns over the international future of Declan Rice after a day of rumour and counter-rumour suggesting he is close to switching his allegiances from the Republic of Ireland to England.
Rio Ferdinand hailed the brilliance of Lionel Messi after his latest masterclass blew Tottenham away in a wonderful Champions League game at Wembley.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp offered up few excuses as his side slipped to a 1-0 defeat in the Champions League against Napoli.
Delays over Tottenham's move to their new 62,000-seater stadium has been a source of some embarrassment and no little expense for the north London club in recent weeks, but their new home appears to be edging closer to completion.
As Barcelona slumped to a shock La Liga defeat against minnows Leganes last week, the question marks hovering Ernesto Valverde and his Spanish champions were thrust into focus.
Former Ireland striker John Aldridge believes Manchester United should sell France World Cup winning midfielder Paul Pogba in January's transfer window, even if manager Jose Mourinho has left the club by then.
Rio Ferdinand suggested Jose Mourinho looks like a manager asking to be sacked after his side's latest limp performance ended with a 0-0 draw against Valencia in the Champions League.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho claimed he does not have players to build play from the defence after another disappointing performance form his team resulted in a 0-0 draw against Valencia in the Champions League.
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has urged his players not to lose their dignity, as they look to bounce back from a turbulent start to the season.
Retirement didn’t go well for unlikely television cult hero Karl Pilkington.
It's a big week in the Champions League - Here is all you need to know.
Liverpool goal scoring great John Aldridge has backed Jurgen Klopp's decision too substitute Mohamed Salah when his side were 1-0 behind against Chelsea on Saturday.
Former Republic of Ireland winger Jason McAteer has insisted Roy Keane should be respected as one of the best midfielders of his era, after his status as a Premier League great was questioned.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has admitted he may be without defender Virgil van Dijk for Saturday's crucial Premier League clash against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Paul Ince believes Paul Pogba will be sold by Manchester United in January, as he called on Old Trafford chiefs to back manager Jose Mourinho in his increasingly bitter battle with his star player.
Some of Manchester United's greatest players of all-time gathered in Cork on Tuesday to play in a match to remember Liam Miller and Gary Neville has suggested more than a few pints were consumed as they toasted their former team-mate.
Jose Mourinho confirmed on Tuesday night that he has removed Paul Pogba from his list of vice-captains after his recent comments in the media and it appears the fall-out between the two will not be resolved any time soon.
Jose Mourinho confirmed he will not consider Paul Pogba to lead Manchester United as captain again after he watched his side crash out of the Carabao Cup against Frank Lampard's Derby.
Jose Mourinho has told Paul Pogba that he will never captain Manchester United again while he is in charge of the club and he made his point in an address to his entire squad, according to sources close to the club.
Declan Rice has been informed that he will be given a fast route to the England senior side if he opts to commit his international future to the country of his birth.
