The Irish Times

Former Colombia captain Freddy Rincón dies, aged 55, following car crash

Midfielder played for Real Madrid and Corinthians and featured in three World Cups

Thu Apr 14 2022 - 07:52

Tuchel must choose chaos if Chelsea are to attempt a Real Madrid comeback

Manager stresses importance of imposing physicality at the Bernabéu

Mon Apr 11 2022 - 22:33

Xavi getting to grips with massive challenge at Barcelona

Legendary former star’s young tyros will have nothing to lose when they face great rivals Real

Sat Mar 19 2022 - 06:00

Napoli poised to cast off chaotic past in Europe’s most exciting title race

Perennial runners-up look a different proposition ahead of pivotal Inter clash

Fri Feb 11 2022 - 20:02

Racism rears its head in Serie A again as Kalidou Koulibaly speaks out

Latest incident of abuse from the stands mars Napoli’s victory away to Fiorentina

Tue Oct 05 2021 - 11:04

Napoli’s Koulibaly says Fiorentina fans racially abused him

Fiorentina have condemned the incident and apologised as did Florence’s mayor

Mon Oct 04 2021 - 13:38

Klopp has a decision to make - Robertson or Tsimikas?

Robertson is one of the very best left-backs in Europe but Tsimikas is in form

Wed Aug 25 2021 - 17:39

Celtic in line to play AZ Alkmaar in Europa League play-offs

Europa Conference League: Bohemians could face Hibs in playoff round

Mon Aug 02 2021 - 18:48

Lorenzo Insigne’s stunning goal a defining moment for the new Italy

Italian win over Belgium was their first major tournament win against a ‘big’ team

Sun Jul 04 2021 - 22:30

We’ve crammed the word ‘Kerrygold’ into this headline that should be about Stanley Tucci

Patrick Freyne: A US celeb says he likes our favourite butter? Make him president

Fri Jun 25 2021 - 05:00

Pre-trial hearings begin in Diego Maradona death case

If found guilty, all of the accused could face between eight and 25 years in prison

Mon Jun 14 2021 - 20:43

Undeterred Stephen Kenny has the courage of his convictions

It’s been a tough start but the Republic’s manager is keeping the faith

Fri Apr 02 2021 - 01:03

Maradona and Jack Charlton among the sporting greats we lost in 2020

Pat Smullen, Kobe Bryant, Úna O’Connor, Harry Gregg, Kieran O’Connor all passed

Tue Dec 29 2020 - 06:00

Europa League draw: Manchester United to play Real Sociedad

José Mourinho’s Tottenham face Wolfsberger of Austria in last 32 of the competition

Mon Dec 14 2020 - 13:51

‘God is dead’: The world’s front pages remember Diego Maradona

Across Europe the press have paid tribute to a cultural icon who transcended his sport

Thu Nov 26 2020 - 10:40

Diego Maradona: A genius and the soul of a nation

Maradona went on to become everything that defined Argentina’s football principles

Wed Nov 25 2020 - 17:48

How to make perfect pizza the Chicago way

A fusion of the classic pizza from Napoli with American pizza, heavy on the cheese

Sun Oct 11 2020 - 06:00

From Euro 1976 to Marek Hamsik: Slovakia’s football heritage is to be respected

Slovakia provided eight of Czechoslovakia’s Euro ‘76 heroes but are yet to beat Ireland

Wed Oct 07 2020 - 06:00

Stephen Kenny feeling hopeful ahead of Euro 2020 playoff

Manager encouraged by form of Callum Robinson and Shane Duffy ahead of trip

Wed Sept 30 2020 - 06:00

Benfica announce transfer of Ruben Dias to Manchester City

Centre back joins for €68m plus a potential €3.6m, with Otamendi going the other way

Mon Sept 28 2020 - 13:48

Luis Suarez scores twice on Atletico debut as Barcelona make winning start

European round-up: Bayern Munich suffer first defeat in all competitions in 33 matches

Sun Sept 27 2020 - 22:18

Arsenal secure Lille centre back Gabriel Magalhães for €30m

Brazilian defender the latest signing in busy pre-season for the Gunners

Sun Aug 23 2020 - 18:38

Juan Bernat has shown prowess with defending and scoring

Champions League: PSG left-back has rejected club’s offers so far proving he knows his worth

Fri Aug 21 2020 - 16:22

Ken Early: Sad truth is Messi has become a problem for Barcelona

Allowing the wonderful but slow star to set the tempo for the club has been a disaster

Mon Aug 17 2020 - 05:00

Barcelona and Bayern battle for right to take on nouveau riche

Decorated clubs a core part of Europe’s soccer aristocracy

Thu Aug 13 2020 - 20:44

Liverpool sign left-back Kostas Tsimikas from Olympiacos

The 24-year-old Greece international has moved to Anfield on a five-year contract

Mon Aug 10 2020 - 21:03

Champions League quarter-finals: Game by game verdicts

From Wednesday to Saturday the last eight takes place in Lisbon

Mon Aug 10 2020 - 11:42

Messi weaves his magic again to guide Barça past Napoli

Barcelona will meet Bayern Munich after Nou Camp victory

Sat Aug 08 2020 - 22:24

Solskjaer requires more than Sancho to mount a title tilt

Man United boss still needs to strengthen his defence to compete with likes of Liverpool

Tue Aug 04 2020 - 21:46

Centre back Nathan Aké heading to Manchester City in €43m deal

Aké’s departure became inevitable after Bournemouth’s relegation on final day

Thu Jul 30 2020 - 12:16

‘Goldilocks’ footballer? Ciro Immobile now eyes Serie A goals record

Italian has bounced back from unhappy spells at Borussia Dortmund and Sevilla

Thu Jul 30 2020 - 10:54

Man City v Real Madrid to go ahead despite UK quarantine rule

Exemption for sports teams as UK introduce quarantine on those returning from Spain

Sun Jul 26 2020 - 15:11

Napoli beat Juventus in penalty shootout to claim Coppa Italia

More games in La Liga and Bundesliga with Dortmund and Atletico Madrid in action

Thu Jun 18 2020 - 08:30

Buon appetito, ragazzi: Italian football jumps straight back in

Coppa Italia kicks things off before 124 Serie A games scheduled in a span of 44 days

Fri Jun 12 2020 - 13:27