The Irish Times

Stephen Kenny knows all too well not to underestimate Lithuania

In a dreadful 2021 Lithuania lost seven of their eight qualifiers but they’re improving

Tue Mar 29 2022 - 05:00

ESB operating profit rises in 2021 despite market volatility

State-owned energy company to pay €126m dividend following strong financial year

Thu Mar 10 2022 - 07:56

Aviva Stadium to host Unite the Union Champions Cup decider

Logistics of North v South competition still an issue as it expands to four teams

Fri Oct 15 2021 - 06:00

Spare a thought for small businesses

When we emerge from this crisis, many SMEs will be left with a hangover of liabilities

Sat Mar 13 2021 - 05:45

Small businesses struggle to pay electricity bills amid Covid restrictions

ESB profits fell to €126m as State group absorbs €188m hit to value of power plant

Fri Mar 12 2021 - 08:51

Scottish midfielder Sam Stanton joins Dundalk from Phoenix Rising

Player says club’s offer was ‘an opportunity I couldn’t really turn down’

Tue Jan 26 2021 - 17:02

ESB swings from profit to loss due to impact of Covid-19

State-owned company hit with an exceptional impairment charge on British plant

Fri Sept 18 2020 - 08:04

All to play for as Irish football embarks on a potentially pivotal new decade

Things are in flux on the island and it’s hard to know what shape the game will be in by 2030

Sat Nov 23 2019 - 06:00

Shields hoping cross-Border competition can be stepping stone to all-island league

Dundalk will take on Linfield in two-legged clash for Unite the Union Champions Cup

Thu Oct 17 2019 - 18:37

ESB’s operating profits up €50m in first half of year

State gets dividend of €38m, bringing total paid to exchequer in last 10 years to €1.2bn

Fri Sept 20 2019 - 14:49

Brian Kerr: Quintessential Dubliner with a bit of Belfast in his soul

The former Ireland manager reflects on past and present in Belfast, the city of his parents

Sat Jun 15 2019 - 01:30

ESB borrows €500m in first ever ‘green bond’

State company will use cash to pay for electric vehicle recharging and renewable energy projects

Tue Jun 04 2019 - 19:05

FAI staff ‘rattled’ by recent events but still proud, says Fran Gavin

Association teams with Irish FA and Unite union to launch cross-border Champions Cup

Mon May 13 2019 - 22:30

State in line for €35m dividend as profit at ESB reaches €60m

Energy group hit by reduction in value of some electricity generating plants

Thu Mar 21 2019 - 15:55

Pat Fenlon believes Linfield have ‘absolutely enormous potential’

Declan Devine set for a return to Derry City managerial post

Mon Nov 05 2018 - 17:27

ESB profit down almost 18% despite revenue increase

State-owned utility records operating profit of €244 million for first six months of year

Fri Sept 28 2018 - 08:01

Matt Doherty relishing the end of a long road back to top flight

Irish defender has played a huge role in Wolves’ promotion to the Premier League

Sat Apr 28 2018 - 10:59

ESB posts loss after revaluing power stations

Semi-State company paid €60 million dividend to exchequer last year

Fri Mar 09 2018 - 16:53

An educated touch: Pat Fenlon sees third-level as key for development

Waterford director of football believes young players must have a fall-back plan in football

Wed Sept 13 2017 - 21:03

ESB sells €500m of bonds to refinance more expensive debt

Energy group to pay annual interest rate of 1.75 per cent on new bonds

Tue Jan 31 2017 - 19:16

Mark O’Sullivan and Conor Whittle join Waterford FC

Duo become the latest signings since arrival of Pat Fenlon and Alan Reynolds

Thu Jan 05 2017 - 18:41

Waterford FC sign four, including James McClean’s brother

The newly revamped club are already investing in the hope of a return to top flight

Wed Jan 04 2017 - 10:54

Waterford FC announce Pat Fenlon as Director of Football

Former player Alan Reynolds appointed first team manager as rebrand continues at pace

Mon Jan 02 2017 - 19:20

Shamrock Rovers confirm Stephen Bradley as head coach

The 31-year-old held the position as caretaker manager for the second half of last season

Wed Nov 16 2016 - 14:24

Shamrock Rovers aiming to test high-flying Dundalk’s mettle

Striker Gary Shaw says Hoops envious of what Stephen Kenny’s side have achieved

Fri Oct 14 2016 - 01:00

ESB operating profit drops to €287m on weakened sterling

Profit dip of €50m follows weakening sterling on earnings after Brexit vote

Fri Sept 30 2016 - 07:53

Shamrock Rovers part company with Pat Fenlon

The manager leaves the Tallaght club three days after their Europa League first leg loss

Sun Jul 03 2016 - 16:37

Sligo Rovers aim to turn tables in Tallaght

Dave Robertson looks to keep up run and avenge opening-day defeat to Shamrock Rovers

Tue May 10 2016 - 00:03

Cork City coach John Caulfield calls on players to keep high-tempo game plan

Airtricity League previews: Sligo Rovers look to keep revival on track with win over Wexford Youths

Sat May 07 2016 - 01:00

Patrick Cregg consoled by timing of Shamrock Rovers’ ‘blip’

Tallaght side hope results will improve as season progresses to challenge for title

Fri Apr 29 2016 - 01:00

Pat Fenlon will seek improvement from Shamrock Rovers

Chris Shields returns for Dundalk as champions shape up to face an improving Sligo Rovers

Fri Apr 15 2016 - 01:00

Struggling Sligo aiming to improve on their shaky start

Dave Robertson’s side face a tough assignment against St Pat’s at Richmond Park

Fri Apr 08 2016 - 00:15

Airtricity League round-up: Dundalk and Rovers maintain perfect starts

Cork City run riot against Longford Town, Derry City win in Bray

Mon Mar 14 2016 - 22:31

Martin O’Neill plans ahead as he calls up five uncapped players

Ireland manager broadens options with eye on World Cup qualifying campaign

Fri Mar 11 2016 - 21:29