Tag: Irish Football
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Patrick McClean Returns Home: Derry City Re-sign Defender from Sligo Rovers
Introduction: A hometown reunion for Derry City In a move that electrified supporters across the city, Derry City have completed the signing of defender Patrick McClean from Sligo Rovers on a two-year deal. The transfer sees the centre-back return to his hometown club and add another chapter to a career spent largely within the IFA…
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Mostly Sticking, Some Twisting: Managerial Moves Across Division 1A Cork and Beyond
Introduction: Stability Meets Change in Division 1A Cork The opening chapters of Division 1A across Cork reveal a league where most clubs have kept their core staff, yet a handful have introduced new faces to the bench. On the surface, this suggests a season of continuity; beneath the surface, there are subtle shifts that could…
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Conor Kearns Loan Move to Dundalk Strengthens Goalkeeping Options
Conor Kearns makes season-long loan switch to Dundalk In a move that adds seasoned depth to their squad, Dundalk FC have brought in goalkeeper Conor Kearns on a season-long loan from Shelbourne. The 25-year-old has established himself as a reliable presence between the sticks at Shelbourne, having made over 100 appearances for the Reds and…
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Shelbourne Sign James Norris on Permanent Deal From Liverpool
Shelbourne Bolster Defense with Permanent Signing of James Norris Shelbourne FC have confirmed the permanent acquisition of defender James Norris from Liverpool, marking a significant step in the club’s plans to strengthen the back line ahead of the new season. The 22-year-old defender previously joined on a season-long loan last February, quickly establishing himself as…
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Duffy Clinches PFAI Men’s Player of the Year as Derry City Shine
Introduction: A standout season rewarded In a ceremony held in Dublin, Michael Duffy of Derry City was named the PFAI Men’s Player of the Year, capping a remarkable season for the Candystripes. The award, voted by peers in the Professional Footballers’ Association of Ireland, recognizes the player who delivered the most impressive all-around contribution in…
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Duffy Crowned PFAI Player of the Year after Stellar Derry City Season
Overview of the Achievement In a night that celebrated the best of Irish club football, Michael Duffy of Derry City was named the PFAI Player of the Year at the end-of-season awards ceremony in Dublin. The accolade recognizes the standout performer across the League of Ireland Premier Division for the 2024 campaign, underscoring Duffy’s influence…
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Duffy Clinches PFAI Player of the Year as Derry City Star Shines
Michael Duffy is crowned PFAI Player of the Year In a standout season marked by creativity, consistency, and clutch moments, Michael Duffy of Derry City has been named the PFAI Player of the Year in the end-of-season awards held in Dublin. The accolade, one of the league’s most prestigious individual honors, recognizes Duffy’s all-around excellence…
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IRFU: Test Matches at Croke Park Unviable; Aviva Extend Sponsorship
IRFU flags financial reality for Croke Park tests as Aviva deal continues The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) has signalled that staging test matches at Croke Park is financially unviable, even as Aviva extends its naming rights deal for the Dublin venue and secures a broader sponsorship landscape for Irish sport. The comments come amid…
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Troy Parrott: From Belvo Boy to Teenage Premier League Debut and a Dutch Renaissance
From Belvo Boy to Premier League Dream Few players spark as vivid a tale of prodigious talent meeting relentless determination as Troy Parrott. A Belvedere-born forward who learned his craft on Dublin’s backstreets, Parrott’s journey is the kind of trajectory that local clubs whisper about and national teams celebrate. He burst onto the scene as…
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Supersub Glenfield Delivers Late Blow as Waterford Surges to Stay in Premier Division
Waterford Fight Back to Keep Premier Division Hopes Alive Waterford FC faced a stern test against Bray Wanderers at Tolka Park, with a packed stadium and a desperate home side determined to nick a result. The evening started with Bray in front, but a late surge from Waterford changed the complexion of the relegation battle…