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# COYBIG
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# COYBIG
The Icelandic view on Heimir Hallgrimsson: ‘He thought he would have more b****rds in the Irish team’
Journalist Hjörvar Hafliðason on Hallgrímsson’s rise and how his success with Ireland has been perceived in his native country.
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# Talking Point
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# Talking Point
Little evidence to suggest Michael Carrick is ready for such a high-profile role
The former midfielder’s unlikely elevation is a testament to the desperate times at Old Trafford as much as anything else.
# Interview
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# Interview
The fall and rise of the Irishman set to face ‘one of the best teams in the world’
It is a big day for ex-Irish underage international Jake Doyle-Hayes.
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# Boost
Evan Ferguson scores as Roma boost hopes of top 4 finish
It was the Irish striker’s third goal in Serie A this season.
# Talking Point
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What do Amorim, Postecoglou, Nancy and Martin have in common?
Has the Premier League entered its post-Guardiola era?
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# Finn Azaz
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# Finn Azaz
One of Ireland's breakout stars of 2025 on a year to remember
In the last 12 months, Finn Azaz has established himself as key player for Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side.
# Talking Point
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# Talking Point
Liverpool-bound? Xabi Alonso's days at Real Madrid look numbered
The manager has been left on the brink of an exit following tonight’s defeat at home to Man City.
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