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Look to future, Rio Ferdinard tells England
RIO Ferdinand's call for England to build around a new generation of defenders following his international retirement has been echoed by manager Roy Hodgson.
Northern Ireland fans can reach for the Sky again with new TV deal
Northern Ireland's Euro 2016 and 2018 World Cup qualifiers, home and away, will ALL be screened live by Sky Sports.
O'Neill: It's been hell but I'm not giving up on Northern Ireland
Michael O'Neill is sitting in the first floor lounge of the Europa Hotel in Belfast. There's a pained expression as he puts his hand to his face, pauses and gives himself a few seconds before answering the question.
We must make our fans proud of the Northern Ireland team again: Michael O'Neill
It was a back page story in the Belfast Telegraph that generated a great deal of debate among Northern Ireland supporters.
Craigan makes step-up as under-19 boss
The Irish FA has promoted former Northern Ireland defender Stephen Craigan to the position of under-19 international manager.
Bayern Munich thrash Barcelona 4 - 0 in Champions League semi-final
Bayern Munich are on course for their third Champions League final in four years after a comprehensive and convincing 4-0 win over Barcelona in the first leg of the semi-final at the Allianz Arena.
Windsor Park upgrade faces legal challenge from Crusaders
A £25m upgrade to Northern Ireland's national soccer stadium could be jeopardised by a legal challenge to the funding plans, the High Court heard today.
Russia game has Irish FA at a loss
The Irish FA is bracing itself for a major financial hit after the postponement of last month's World Cup qualifier against Russia.
Northern Ireland boosted by new date for Russia clash
Northern Ireland will play their World Cup qualifier with Russia at Windsor Park on August 14.
June date for return of the Russians
Fifa are set to force Northern Ireland into playing their postponed World Cup qualifier against Russia at Windsor Park on June 11.
Northern Ireland supporters hit back at McAuley
Gareth McAuley’s suggestion that the atmosphere at Windsor Park is not what it once was has certainly got the Northern Ireland fans talking.
McGinn: Israel taught us hard lesson
Niall McGinn admits Northern Ireland need to learn quick lessons if they are to turn their fortunes around.
Stephen Robinson tells the critics to lay off Michael O'Neill
Northern Ireland youth team coach Stephen Robinson has backed under-pressure senior manager Michael O'Neill.
Northern Ireland senior squad set to tumble in Fifa rankings
Northern Ireland could drop a massive 22 places in the Fifa rankings after Tuesday night's 2-0 defeat against Israel.
McAuley: Northern Ireland fans not doing enough to support us
Gareth McAuley has hit out at what he sees as a lack of atmosphere at Windsor Park, claiming that fans no longer inspire the Northern Ireland team the way they once did.
Biting Back: Expectation on Michael O'Neill's Northern Ireland is unrealistic
Michael O'Neill looks and sounds like a man seriously under pressure. Not so much from his Irish FA employers nor even the disappointed fans whose patience was again sorely tested in that awful 2-0 defeat by Israel.
Davis sick and tired of disappointment
Captain Steve Davis is refusing to make excuses for Northern Ireland's faltering World Cup qualifying results.
Paterson learns hard way about life at this level
Northern Ireland striker Martin Paterson had a frustrating night against Israel on Tuesday, neither finding the net nor winning a penalty.
Upbeat Lafferty still looking on the bright side
Daniel Lafferty has admitted he would go back in time to replay Northern Ireland's non-event of a double-header, if it were possible.
Familiar feeling of frustration for Northern Ireland fans
For Northern Ireland fans it was the same old story to reflect on as they made their way from Windsor Park on Tuesday night.
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Gael Clichy has signed a new four-year deal at Manchester City.
Doyle downs hat-trick in Carlow success
Substitute Craig Doyle came off the bench to fire in a spectacular hat-trick as Carlow powered to a 4-17 to 2-13 victory over London in the Leinster SHC at Dr Cullen Park.
Jones to pay for damaging Whelan's car
Stoke striker Kenwyne Jones has apologised to team-mate Glenn Whelan after smashing his car windscreen in a mistaken act of retribution for a training-ground prank which went wrong.
Tuscan triumph Wexford
There could be better to come from Tuscan Light judged on her manner of victory in the Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Median Auction Fillies Maiden at Wexford.
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