#Comeback
'People need to be patient and have realistic expectations' - Leavy set for Leinster return
The 26-year-old has been sidelined for 19 months after a horrific knee injury.
Ed Byrne on verge of cap to reward his immense feat of perseverance
The Carlow loosehead spent 28 months on the sideline before starting his rise to this point in 2017.
Callum Robinson scores twice but West Brom blow three-goal lead against Chelsea
The Irish international helped the Baggies into a 3-0 lead that was eventually squandered.
6 months ago, they were laid off. Now, they're pushing for Europe
Sligo Rovers are feeling stronger after coming through difficult times.
Lionel Messi returns to Barcelona training ground
The Argentinian superstar said on Friday in his explosive interview with Goal that he would continue to give his best for the club.
Stephen Ireland's agent 'asked for too much money' but League One side still hope to reach a deal
Swindon Town remain keen on the 34-year-old midfielder.
Stephen Ireland on trial with League One side in bid to return from two-year lay-off
The midfielder hasn’t played competitively since May 2018.
Leavy not ready to make Leinster comeback against Ulster on Saturday
Johnny Sexton, Cian Healy, and Josh van der Flier are all fine after the win over Munster.
'He looks like he's itching to get going' - Conan returns for Leinster
The number eight hasn’t played since last year’s World Cup.
After 2-and-a-half years in Scotland, David McMillan makes Dundalk return
The popular striker previously played for the Lilywhites between 2014 and 2017.
Cross-code superstar Sonny Bill Williams confirms return to NRL's Roosters
The two-time World Cup-winning former All Black is returning to Sydney.
Virus victim Fellaini heads hat-trick to stun Benitez in China
The Belgian star scored a hat-trick of headers in less than 10 minutes.
Mike Tyson to make boxing comeback at 54
The American star will be taking on fellow veteran Roy Jones Jr on 12 September.
Ivory Coast star inspires Milan comeback, Juventus slip up
Franck Kessie scored for the third consecutive Serie A game.
Beauden Barrett to make Blues debut at 15 as Savea returns for Hurricanes
The two-time World Rugby player of the year hasn’t played since the World Cup.
Number 1 Rory McIlroy feels safe and sharp in PGA Tour return
There will be face masks and gloves, social distancing, coronavirus tests and temperature-taking to create and maintain a ‘bubble’ of safety for players.
Barcelona boss keen on Neymar's return
The Brazilian previously formed a successful attacking trio with Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi.
'I had a few cries and a few breakdowns. There were dark moments but I look back on it as an achievement'
Cora Staunton on her remarkable recovery from a career-threatening injury, a whirlwind 12 months, and what the future holds for the Mayo great.
Rob Gronkowski reunited with Tom Brady at Buccaneers
The Hall of Fame shoo-in has made a stunning return from retirement.
Uefa chief Ceferin said leagues ready to play behind closed doors
“I believe there are options that can allow us to restart cup championships and to complete them,” European football’s top administrator says.
'He has done an unbelievable job' - Dan Leavy into final stages of knee rehab
The 25-year-old Ireland and Leinster flanker suffered a complex knee injury last year.
'He said 'You'll never be able to walk again' - Parsons on recovering from horror knee injury
The Mayo midfielder suffered the injury in a Connacht quarter-final defeat to Galway in May 2018.
'Dev had a big setback at a bad time for him but he has bounced back well'
Leinster man Devin Toner starts for Ireland on Sunday against England as Iain Henderson drops out.
Ludik returns from injury for Ulster, McCloskey given chance to shine
Jordi Murphy, Jack McGrath and Craig Gilroy left on the bench for the trip to Wales.
Wayne Rooney will be 'ready' for Man United reunion
Derby County will host the Red Devils in the FA Cup fifth round, with a goal from the experienced striker helping them get there.
From The42
Farrell hails 'magnificent effort' from Sexton to perform despite minimal prep
A knee injury left the new Ireland captain unable to train in full until the squad went to Portugal 10 days ago.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic inspires Milan on first start
His team won and scored for the first time in four Serie A matches.
Ireland international Darren Randolph set for Premier League return - reports
The goalkeeper is expected to seal a £4 million switch to West Ham.
Irish teen Aaron Connolly set for Brighton return
The 19-year-old Galway native has broken into the club’s first team this season.
Libertadores winners Flamengo complete Club World Cup turnaround to reach final
Liverpool face Monterrey in the other semi-final on Wednesday.
Old dog, new tricks - how Gasperini went from 'sad and depressed' to Italian football's 'magician'
Atalanta’s Champions League fairytale simplifies the superb work their manager has accomplished in recent seasons.
Mo Farah targeting track return at Tokyo 2020 Olympics
The star has come under intense scrutiny for his cooperation with US coach Alberto Salazar.
Sice saves the day for All-Ireland club champions Corofin and sends Galway football final to a replay
The seven-in-a-row bid lives on after Corofin avoided a massive upset at the hands of Tuam Stars.
Assessing Kieran Kingston's return to the Cork hurling hot-seat
Kingston becomes the fifth man to come back for a second bite at the cherry in the Rebel County.
Juventus and Italy legend returns to club in new role
Eight-time Serie A winner Andrea Barzagli is back as part of Maurizio Sarri’s backroom staff.
'I had a lot of bad days when I had no motivation to do anything, thinking that I’m f****d, basically'
Jayson Molumby talks to The42 about recovering from a 15-month injury nightmare to captain Ireland’s exciting U21s.
Arsenal fight back to earn point in exhilarating North London derby
Alexandre Lacazette scored just before half-time, before Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang equalised in the second half.
'I thought our intensity caught them by surprise' - Bradley hails players after European win
The Hoops came from behind to beat an Apollon Limassol side who beat Basel, Lazio and Marseille in last season’s competition.
Ex-Ulster man Lealiifano returns to Wallabies team for first time since 2016
James O’Connor is also set for his first appearance in 2,142 days.
Ulster's Coetzee returns to Springboks 23 for first time in four years
The powerful back row has been named on the bench for Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash with Australia.
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