#Interview
‘I’ve good friends that are in prison and some that are dead. For me football was an escape’
Mark Quigley discusses his time at Millwall and his League of Ireland career where the Dubliner won every domestic honour and was named PFAI Player of the Year.
‘We were about to hike up a volcano in Chile… I got an email saying Ulster Rugby want you over’
Neil Walsh recalls the unlikely series of events that led to an incredible opportunity.
Nephew of a Wallaby wing, Monty Ioane now making his own name in Pro14
The 23-year-old Aussie wing is a crucial player for the ever-improving Benetton.
‘I had to hand over my home... But I would walk up to Tallaght Stadium, and it would all be forgotten about’
The story of a die-hard Shamrock Rovers fan Mick McCarthy who got back ‘up the ladder’ again after a difficult period.
'I want to be part of the Ireland team because they’re more like a family than the British team'
Athlete Leon Reid on switching allegiances, growing up in foster homes and why he wasn’t at his best during the Europeans.
'Two days after Wembley, I was seeing people on their death bed and I was lucky to make it'
Twenty-year-old goalkeeper Nathan Gartside was on the verge of a first-team breakthrough at Watford when a life-threatening illness altered his career path dramatically. He is now back to full health and chasing his dream again.
'You've a handful here, boy'- Donaghy's warning to a Longford defender before the Star was born
Longford defender Barry Gilleran recalls marking Kieran Donaghy in 2006 when he made his breakthrough for Kerry.
'When I first moved to England… Coming back to Ireland would have been a last resort'
UCD attacker Conor Davis on his rejuvenation in the First Division after a difficult end to his spell at Reading.
Facing Zidane in Dublin, an ill-fated stint in England and becoming one of Irish football's all-time top scorers
Former Bohemians and UCD star Derek Swan reflects on a memorable career.
'I am Irish': New Garda Commissioner says he'll lead by example to restore public's trust in the force
Drew Harris was speaking with Miriam O’Callaghan on RtÉ Radio One.
'I left something behind me and that's not an easy thing to come to terms with'
In an extensive interview, Shane O’Connor of Cobh Ramblers, who was on the books at Liverpool and Ipswich Town, opens up about the challenges he encountered after returning from England.
Polish MEP on Irexit party: 'We should be asking for examples of what the benefits of leaving would be'
Danuta Hübner says that citizens must “not take all those lies and all those millions, like those that were promised before the UK referendum”.
'Most people wouldn't know that I've broken both my legs and both my ankles'
“Two years ago, I was thinking about quitting football… It’s my family that kept me going,” says Longford’s Dylan McGlade.
'You could be the best player in the world but if you're injured, no one will see it'
Dan Leavy believes staying healthy has been the key to him becoming a dominant figure for Leinster and Ireland.
'This time last year, I can guarantee you that nobody knew who these three girls were'
Colin Bell says the recent transfers of Leanne Kiernan, Claire O’Riordan and Heather Payne are a positive sign for Irish football.
'I'm entitled to an opinion... If you don't like what I say, don't f***ing watch me.
At 65, Graeme Souness remains one of the game’s most abrasive and respected pundits.
'You want to put your hand up for a World Cup place' - Byrne's ambition
The out-half has become a key man in Leinster’s squad in recent seasons.
'I'm not one to just go and compete': Ireland's first-ever gymnastics gold medallist has big plans
Teenage gymnast Rhys McClenaghan reflects on his incredible achievement at the European Championships.
'My mother told me to stick with the butcher's trade as she said I'd need it more than the football'
Former St Patrick’s Athletic, Bohemians and Derry City striker Joe Lawless looks back on his playing days.
'Honestly, we are in a mess': Kofi Annan lashed out at global leaders in one of his final interviews
“Today, leaders are going in the wrong direction.”
‘I didn't get spotted when I was young… I'd say it's better to go over to England when you're a man’
Ireland U21 international Ronan Curtis on leaving Derry and his fantastic start in League One with Portsmouth.
'If I had achieved what I have but in another sport... I wouldn't have to look at what job I'm going to be doing'
Ahead of next week’s European Championships, Jason Smyth discusses the pros and cons of being the fastest Paralympian on the planet.
'I want the organisation to be friendly, respectful': Mary Lou McDonald on the continuing SF bullying claims
In a wide-ranging interview with TheJournal.ie, the Sinn Féin leader discusses bullying, the upcoming presidential election,and Gerry Adams’ cooking.
Brendan O'Connor to host new audience-free RTÉ series with 'no gimmicks, bells or whistles'
The three-part series will start airing on Friday 17 August.
Shane Ross: 'I'm sorry some people will lose part of their front gardens, but it's in the national interest'
In an interview with TheJournal.ie, Shane Ross also says the government needs to have more of a say in State-owned banks.
'I played for that jersey' - The Limerick lad who marked Maradona and battled Real Madrid in the European Cup
Pat Nolan reflects on winning the Premier Division and FAI Cup with Limerick, playing against Real Madrid in Europe and being tasked with marking Diego Maradona.
'I really hope we're not just going to get to the final to march behind the band' - Dowling's rallying call
Shane Dowling gave an inspirational interview after helping Limerick to book a place in the All-Ireland SHC final.
'We had another bottle of beer. Next thing, the agent came in and said: You have to play a match tonight'
One of the League of Ireland’s all-time top goalscorers, Mick Byrne, reflects on a brilliant career.
'There are a lot of people saying I went for money. It's got nothing to do with it'
Adam Rooney on his controversial move from Aberdeen to Salford and how his childhood hero Roy Keane helped make it happen.
'I have a brother and I don't want him getting the farm either!'
Connacht hooker Shane Delahunt is still balancing farming and professional rugby.
'I don't think I was physically and mentally ready to go over to England'
UCD’s Neil Farrugia on injury setbacks, representing Ireland, his team’s fantastic form and hopes for the future.
'A plane flying into a mountain' - the man who advised Bush and McCain is very worried about the Republican party
John Weaver has advised George Bush Sr and John McCain. He’s a Republican to the core. He’s never seen anything like Donald Trump.
'I knew it was going to be very hard for me to be the same player when I came back'
Twice-capped Irish defender Stephen O’Halloran reflects on a career that was blighted by injuries.
'Players shouldn't accept it, fans shouldn't accept it, clubs shouldn't accept it'
Midfielder Eoin Wearen discusses Limerick’s recent financial problems and the players’ threat of strike action.
'If you look at U2... they kind of belong to the world at this stage, where we still belong to Ireland'
After over 35 years in the business, Irish rock band Aslan are still going strong.
'I didn’t know anything about the game really' - Harry Redknapp on his GAA adventure
The former Premier League manager has spent part of the summer coaching West Cork side Castlehaven.
Christy Dignam: The bankers are still up here making millions... and we've 4,000 kids in homeless accommodation
Christy Dignam had some strong words in relation to bankers and homelessness when we sat down with him.
'The fans were thinking: F**k sake, we paid that amount of money for this lad and he's useless'
The hero of the 1992 FAI Cup final reflects on his career in football.
'If they’ve knowledge of the game, why does it matter who is talking about this sport?'
Arsenal and Ireland defender Louise Quinn on female pundits and making her RTÉ Soccer debut.
The Irish teen sensation aiming to follow in Annalise Murphy's footsteps
19-year-old Aoife Hopkins on her dream of representing Ireland at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
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