#Controversy
Malaga sack coach after explicit video emerges
Victor Sanchez del Amo has been fired on disciplinary grounds.
Diarmaid Ferriter: Expert Advisory Group 'did not recommend State commemoration of the RIC' Exclusive
Ferriter, a member of the EAG, told TheJournal.ie today that the group had envisioned an academic event such as a conference or seminar.
Verona Murphy has been 'through a tough time' but it's the right decision to take her off the FG ticket, says Coveney
Coveney said the by-election campaign was ‘personally stressful’ on Murphy.
Serie A use monkey paintings for anti-racism initiative
The new artwork sparked a backlash on social media but the artist explained that he wanted to turn the derogatory term on racists who use it.
'It will have serious implications for Arsenal' - China on Ozil
The Gunners have distanced themselves from their player’s comments.
'Theoretically, things could cost anything': Children's hospital chairman says costs could increase more
The Public Accounts Committee met in the Oireachtas today.
Ballon d'Or: Mane overlooked for being African, claims Senegal team-mate
Cheikhou Kouyate indicated he feels European and South American players are favoured in the voting.
Tiger Woods defends Saudi Arabian golf tournament
Meanwhile, Phil Mickelson’s decision to play in the country has been criticised.
Old Oireachtas printers not eco-friendly, case for new controversial printer argued
The purchase of the printer is due to be discussed by the Public Accounts Committee later this week.
Mario Balotelli dropped after training ground bust-up
The player has a row with Brescia coach Fabio Grosso.
Extinction Rebellion hits out at co-founder after he calls Holocaust 'just another f**kery in human history'
In an interview, Roger Hallam compared the Holocaust to other historical massacres.
Government signs off on contract for controversial €3 billion National Broadband Plan
The cabinet met this morning to facilitate signing off on the multi-billion euro plan.
Alexander-Arnold feared VAR intervention prior to Liverpool opener
Liverpool’s win over Manchester City was not without controversy, with Trent Alexander-Arnold at the forefront due to a possible handball.
Department boss says he's 'satisfied' the Public Services Card rollout is value for money
The Secretary General of the Department of Social Protection is due before the PAC today.
Croatian footballer in trouble for killing chicken on pitch
Ivan Gazdek was red-carded for unsporting behaviour.
'I've just felt nothing but low' - Shamrock Rovers 'keeper addresses FAI Cup final anthem stance
Alan Mannus received criticism after not facing the Irish flag.
'Explanations will be necessary' - France upset over Jaco Peyper photo
The South African referee has come under fire for a photo shared on social media.
Turkey defends footballers over controversial goal celebration
Players were seen as supporting the country’s current military operation in Syria.
Players considering withdrawing from Carlow panel due to club hurling fall-out
The Carlow CCC informed St Mullins yesterday that they had been awarded the win.
Fifa hit out at 'unfair and misleading' reports over voting for The Best awards
Mohamed Salah appeared to be upset when the full list of voting was released without his country’s selections.
'It was the right call morally' - Why Antrim's chairman halted semi-final replay shootout
Lamh Dhearg and Portglenone will go to a second replay.
Over a thousand names added to home help waiting list in space of four months as total surges to 7,300
The latest HSE figures from July show that 7,300 people are waiting on home support services.
Legendary racehorse trainer denies doping Triple Crown king Justify
‘I unequivocally reject any implication that scopolamine was ever intentionally administered,’ Bob Baffert said.
Anthony Joshua's trainer clarifies concussion comments after coming under fire
Rob McCracken initially suggested he allowed his fighter to continue while concussed.
PSNI chief moves to clarify 'we will have your kids' threat to paramilitaries
Byrne said he accepted his enthusiasm to speak in soundbites had created a distraction.
Inter fans' group incredibly excuses Lukaku racist abuse as 'a form of respect'
The Belgium striker was subjected to monkey chants from Cagliari supporters over the weekend.
Mo Salah U-turn on team-mate's harassment scandal divides Egyptians
The Liverpool star sent controversial tweets that demanded the disgraced player be given a ‘second chance’.
VAR controversy hides chasm between Man City and Spurs
The difference in the shot count was telling, as Tottenham mustered three to the hosts’ 30.
'It's a rule we need to accept' - Pochettino resigned to VAR after Spurs' great escape
Gabriel Jesus thought he had extended City’s league winning run to 16 games, only to see his last-gasp goal ruled out for a handball.
PSG vow to take action as Neymar fails to show up for pre-season training
The statement by the Ligue 1 champions is the latest development in a tumultuous summer for the Brazil star.
Almost 6,000 greyhounds killed in Ireland every year, new RTÉ documentary reveals
The programme also revealed cases of unregulated hare coursing in Cork.
FAI hit back at claims they are not doing enough to stamp out violence against referees
20-year-old official Harry McCann said an U13 manager attempted “to strike me” in a game on Saturday.
Double dose of VAR drama as France allowed re-take missed penalty - and score
Hosts top Group A with 100% record while Norway go through as runners-up.
Police in the UK are investigating comedian Jo Brand over 'battery acid' joke on BBC radio show
Brand make a joke about throwing battery acid at “unpleasant characters” rather than milkshakes.
Explainer: Why Liverpool's Champions League final penalty was given
The referee’s decision to penalise Moussa Sissoko for handball seemed harsh as it struck his chest before touching his arm.
'He is very important for us, on the pitch and off. We want to give him a trophy'
This week’s all-London Europa League final has been marred by Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s decision not to travel due to fears for his safety.
The long-running row dividing Irish karate has been resolved
The outcome has been hailed as a step in the right direction for the sport.
Life support resumes for man in controversial case after court reverses earlier decision
Vincent Lambert is at the centre of a hugely controversial court case.
Iceland contestants have Palestine flag banners confiscated at Eurovision venue
Meanwhile Eurovision organisers released a statement after two of Madonna’s dancers wore Israeli and Palestine flags.
Arsenal tell Uefa they are 'bitterly disappointed' over Europa League final ticketing debacle
They have been given just 6,000 tickets for the game, less than 10% of the stadium’s capacity.
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