10 h. ago Irish sporting events should learn from NFL’s Dublin visit – here is what they can do to improve fan experiences

Irish sporting events should learn from NFL’s Dublin visit – here is what they can do to improve fan experiences  The Irish Independent

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45 h. ago Ireland Presses Ahead as FAI Betting Ban Spares Domestic Clubs

While English football continues to respond to growing pressure over gambling sponsorships, the League of Ireland is forging its own path. The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) confirmed a new ban on betting operators as official sponsors of the national team, but crucially, this restriction does not apply to domestic clubs. That exemption has opened […] The post Ireland Presses Ahead as FAI Betting Ban Spares Domestic Clubs appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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3 d. ago Support for Lewis Moody from Irish rugby figures following motor neurone disease diagnosis

James Lowe said he was saddened by the news and hoped a cure for MND could be found soon

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3 d. ago Support for Lewis Moody from Irish rugby figures following motor neuron disease diagnosis

James Lowe said he was saddened by the news and hoped a cure for MND could be found soon

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6 d. ago Irish foreign minister touts ‘sports diplomacy’ ahead of TCU game in Dublin

Irish foreign minister touts ‘sports diplomacy’ ahead of TCU game in Dublin  Fort Worth Star-Telegram

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7 d. ago URC Round 2 Betting Preview: Handicap Moves and Market Reaction

URC Round 2 Betting Preview: Dragons, Leinster and Zebre Backed as Market Shifts Date: October 3–5, 2025 The BKT United Rugby Championship returns this weekend with Round 2, and bookmakers have already reacted to last week’s results and confirmed team news. Several teams have been strongly backed in the handicap market, while others have drifted. […] The post URC Round 2 Betting Preview: Handicap Moves and Market Reaction appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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7 d. ago Live Storm Amy updates as Northern Ireland schools close and sporting fixtures postponed

Live Storm Amy updates as Northern Ireland schools close and sporting fixtures postponed  The Irish News

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7 d. ago Connacht Rugby Starting Team as Scarlets Visit Dexcom Stadium

Connacht Name Strong XV as Scarlets Visit Dexcom Stadium – URC Round 2 Preview Saturday, 4 October – Kick-off 1.45pm, live on Premier Sports 2 & URC.tv Connacht Rugby head coach Stuart Lancaster has made nine changes to his side for Saturday’s BKT United Rugby Championship Round 2 clash against Scarlets at Dexcom Stadium. Irish […] The post Connacht Rugby Starting Team as Scarlets Visit Dexcom Stadium appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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7 d. ago Caoimhín Agyarko eyes history as first black Irish world champion

Currently the WBA international super welterweight champion Agyarko is closing in on world title dream

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7 d. ago Like Bethpage next year’s Irish Open at Trump’s Doonbeg will be about more than golf

The decision to use Co Clare links course for the national Open is divisive

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9 d. ago Vodacom Bulls v Leinster URC Preview: Cullen Demands Response in Pretoria

Vodacom Bulls v Leinster URC Preview: Cullen Demands Response in Pretoria URC Round 2 – Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria Saturday 4 October, KO 17:30 (IRE/UK) Live on Premier Sports 1, SuperSport, URC.tv 📊 Form & Context Leinster head into Round 2 on the back of one of their heaviest ever URC defeats, a 35–0 loss to […] The post Vodacom Bulls v Leinster URC Preview: Cullen Demands Response in Pretoria appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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9 d. ago Rugby World Cup 2027 Draw: What the New Format Means for Ireland

Rugby World Cup 2027 Draw: What the New Format Means for Ireland 🇮🇪 The countdown to the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 has begun, and World Rugby has unveiled a revamped structure for what will be the biggest tournament in the sport’s history. With 24 nations taking part, including Andy Farrell’s Ireland, this will be […] The post Rugby World Cup 2027 Draw: What the New Format Means for Ireland appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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1 week ago Connacht v Scarlets URC Preview: Stats, Betting and Video interviews

Connacht v Scarlets URC Preview: Stats, Betting and Video interviews. URC Round 2 – Dexcom Stadium, Galway Saturday 4 October, KO 13:45 (IRE/UK) Live on TG4, Premier Sports, URC.tv 📊 Form & Context Connacht Rugby are chasing their first run of three consecutive BKT United Rugby Championship victories since March 2024, after edging Benetton 26–15 […] The post Connacht v Scarlets URC Preview: Stats, Betting and Video interviews appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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1 week ago ‘Throw out the Irish trash’: I’ve been to 15 Ryder Cups but this was a new low

‘Throw out the Irish trash’: Much of the nastiest stuff was directed at Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry

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1 week ago Steelers fans flood Sixth Street in Downtown, sporting Irish pride for game vs. Vikings in Dublin

Steelers fans flood Sixth Street in Downtown, sporting Irish pride for game vs. Vikings in Dublin  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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1 week ago Steelers' DeShon Elliott Got in the Irish Spirit to Celebrate Interception in Dublin

Steelers' DeShon Elliott Got in the Irish Spirit to Celebrate Interception in Dublin  Sports Illustrated

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1 week ago Vikings @ Steelers | NFL is in Dublin with EPIC Irish national anthem

Vikings @ Steelers | NFL is in Dublin with EPIC Irish national anthem  Sky Sports

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1 week ago NFL in Dublin: Kevin O’Connell’s primary task with Vikings is getting the best from the most difficult position in sport

NFL in Dublin: Kevin O’Connell’s primary task with Vikings is getting the best from the most difficult position in sport  The Irish Independent

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1 week ago Only FOUR retain starting positions – Lancaster Shakes Up Connacht XV for URC Opener!

Connacht v Benetton Preview: Lancaster Era Begins with Bold Selection as URC 2025/26 Kicks Off Dexcom Stadium, Galway – Saturday 19:45 (IRE & UK) | 20:45 (ITA & SA) Referee: Chris Allison (SARU, 4th league game) Live on: TG4, Premier Sports, SuperSport, FloRugby & URC.tv Connacht Rugby kick off the Stuart Lancaster era on Saturday […] The post Only FOUR retain starting positions – Lancaster Shakes Up Connacht XV for URC Opener! appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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1 week ago Minnesota Vikings train at the Sport Ireland Campus in Abbotstown

Minnesota Vikings train at the Sport Ireland Campus in Abbotstown  The Irish Times

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