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  • Latest news : Derrygonnelly power through in extra-time after scoring late equaliser
  • Latest news : Defending champions Kilcoo ease past Ramor into Ulster semi-finals
  • Latest news : Guardiola hails Man City’s ‘great victory’ but warns of harder challenges ahead
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Guardiola hails Man City’s ‘great victory’ but warns of harder challenges ahead
  • English Soccer
  • December 5, 2021, 01:10

‘I’m more than pleased with what the guys have done in this tough period and now comes the toughest one’

Callum Wilson scores Newcastle United’s goal during the Premier League match against Burnley at St James’ Park. Photograph: Ian MacNicol/Getty Images Callum Wilson accepts gift to earn Newcastle a first league win of the season
  • English Soccer
  • December 4, 2021, 17:45

Neal Maupay’s last-gasp tap-in earns Brighton a points at Southampton

Divock Origi celebrates with Liverpool team-mates Trent Alexander-Arnold and Mohamed Salah after scoring his side’s late winner against Wolves at Molineux. Photograph: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images Divock Origi delivers late delight as Liverpool see off Wolves
  • English Soccer
  • December 4, 2021, 17:39

Jürgen Klopp’s side were frustrated for much of the game at Molineux before securing winner

Divock Origi celebrates with Liverpool team-mates Trent Alexander-Arnold and Mohamed Salah after scoring his side’s late winner against Wolves at Molineux. Photograph: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images Tuchel not playing the blame game but knows mistakes are hurting Chelsea
  • English Soccer
  • December 4, 2021, 15:56

‘We need to care about the details, not start asking big questions or doubting the big picture’

Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy fails to save a shot from Arthur Masuaku of West Ham United during the Premier League game at the London Stadium. Photograph: Alex Pantling/Getty Images Masuaku’s late goal completes West Ham’s comeback win over leaders Chelsea
  • English Soccer
  • December 4, 2021, 15:40

Thomas Tuchel’s side took the lead twice but could not hold on at the London Stadium

Manchester City’s progressive Phil Foden is fit again after an ankle injury. File photograph: Getty Guardiola lauds Foden for desire to play even when in pain
  • English Soccer
  • Jamie Jackson
  • December 3, 2021, 22:30

Manchester City boss concedes ‘softer’ squad members at club who fail to show same resilience

  • 1 comment
Manchester City’s progressive Phil Foden is fit again after an ankle injury. File photograph: Getty Kane an automatic team sheet selection, says Spurs boss Conte
  • English Soccer
  • Nick Ames
  • December 3, 2021, 22:30

‘We are talking about an important player for us ... I don’t see this team starting without Harry’

Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang reacts to a missed chance during the Premier League match against Manchester United at Old Trafford. Photograph: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images Mikel Arteta left frustrated by Arsenal’s inability to take the next step
  • English Soccer
  • David Hytner
  • December 3, 2021, 18:42

Manager urges senior players to set example for Arsenal’s youngsters

Louise Quinn watches as Amber Barrett scores the Republic of Ireland’s 10th goal during the women’s World Cup qualifier against Georgia at Tallaght Stadium. Photograph: Morgan Treacy/Inpho Uefa confirms women’s qualifying format to change after mismatches
  • International
  • Suzanne Wrack
  • December 3, 2021, 18:29

Last two windows included 29 games with a winning margin of seven goals or more

  • 1 comment
Louise Quinn watches as Amber Barrett scores the Republic of Ireland’s 10th goal during the women’s World Cup qualifier against Georgia at Tallaght Stadium. Photograph: Morgan Treacy/Inpho Premier League weekend team news, kick-off times, TV details
  • English Soccer
  • December 3, 2021, 18:15

Ralf Rangnick will be in the Old Trafford dugout for the first time on Sunday

Bray Wanderers will keep their name and colours in their merger with Cabinteely. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/Inpho Bray Wanderers to keep name in Cabinteely merger
  • National League
  • Nathan Johns
  • December 3, 2021, 12:17

Newly merged team will play in Bray’s traditional colours of green and white

An England win in the Euro 2020 final could have led to 6,000 ticketless individuals storming Wembley with “horrific” consequences, an independent review has found. Photograph: Zac Goodwin/PA Fan chaos at Euro 2020 final labelled ‘a day of national shame’
  • Soccer
  • Paul MacInnes
  • December 3, 2021, 10:48

Review into crowd trouble at Wembley found 2,000 ticketless fans gained access to final

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An England win in the Euro 2020 final could have led to 6,000 ticketless individuals storming Wembley with “horrific” consequences, an independent review has found. Photograph: Zac Goodwin/PA Ralf Rangnick open to long-term role as Manchester United manager
  • English Soccer
  • Jamie Jackson
  • December 3, 2021, 09:33

Rangnick’s first game in charge of United is Sunday’s visit of Crystal Palace

Former Dublin manager Jim Gavin spoke recently about never having a Plan A or B, never mind C, going into a game. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho 6:02 Lisa Fallon: Jim Gavin showed the benefit of empowering your players
  • Soccer
  • Lisa Fallon
  • December 3, 2021, 08:12

Teams must be able to adapt quickly to situations and avoid ‘curse of predictability’

  • 1 comment
Manchester United’s caretaker manager Michael Carrick checks his watch during the Premier League match against Arsenal at Old Trafford. Photohraph: Oli Scarff/AFP via Getty Images Michael Carrick to leave Manchester United after Arsenal win
  • Soccer
  • December 2, 2021, 22:43

‘I have decided that now is the right time for me to leave the club’

Manchester United’s caretaker manager Michael Carrick checks his watch during the Premier League match against Arsenal at Old Trafford. Photohraph: Oli Scarff/AFP via Getty Images Manchester United’s helter-skelter win shows Ralf Rangnick what’s in store
  • English Soccer
  • David Hytner
  • December 2, 2021, 22:36

Ronaldo’s two goals paper over the cracks of another erratic performance from United

Celtic’s Kyogo Furuhashi scores their goal during the Scottish Premiership match against Hearts at Celtic Park. Photograph: Jane Barlow/PA Wire Controversial Kyogo Furuhashi goal earns Celtic a narrow victory over Hearts
  • Soccer
  • December 2, 2021, 22:23

Japan forward looked marginally offside for winning goal at Celtic Park

Tottenham Hotspur’s Son Heung-min celebrates scoring his side’s second goal during the Premier League match against Brentford at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Photograph: John Walton/PA Wire Tottenham take full advantage as Brentford’s bright start to campaign fades
  • English Soccer
  • Nick Ames
  • December 2, 2021, 22:05

Antonio Conte’s side take the three points despite dropping off in intensity at times

Tottenham Hotspur’s Son Heung-min celebrates scoring his side’s second goal during the Premier League match against Brentford at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Photograph: John Walton/PA Wire Christian Eriksen training with former club in Denmark as recovery continues
  • Soccer
  • December 2, 2021, 17:46

Midfielder is not allowed to play in Serie A because he now uses a defibrillator

Ralf Rangnick has been granted a work permit to start his reign as Manchester United interim manager. Photograph: Filip Singer/EPA Man United interim boss Ralf Rangnick is granted work permit
  • English Soccer
  • December 2, 2021, 12:28

German will attend Arsenal game and take charge for Crystal Palace visit on Sunday

Seamus Coleman was at fault for Liverpool’s third goal in the Merseyside derby. Photograph: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Rafael Benítez says job is safe after Everton’s heavy derby defeat
  • English Soccer
  • Andy Hunter
  • December 2, 2021, 08:50

Toffees fell to biggest home loss to Liverpool in 39 years as pressure mounts on manager

  • 1 comment
Here is your handy guide to sport on television this week

Here is your handy guide to sport on television this week Monday – Sunday, November 29th – December 5th

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Ireland captain Willie Anderson faces up to New Zealand captain Wayne Shelford as the All Blacks perform the Haka in 1989. Photograph: Billy Stickland/Inpho Sports Books of the Year: Hard-hitting and honest rugby reads lead the way
Former Dublin manager Jim Gavin spoke recently about never having a Plan A or B, never mind C, going into a game. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho 6:02 Lisa Fallon: Jim Gavin showed the benefit of empowering your players
Niall O’Donovan, pictured here with Graham Rowntree, has been taking charge of Munster with the senior coaching staff in isolation. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho Munster catch player registration break; Lisa Fallon looks to Jim Gavin for inspiration

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English Soccer

PosNamePldPts
1 Manchester City 15 35
2 Liverpool 15 34
3 Chelsea 15 33
4 West Ham United 15 27
5 Arsenal 14 23
6 Tottenham Hotspur 13 22
7 Manchester United 14 21
8 Wolverhampton Wanderers 15 21
9 Brighton & Hove Albion 15 20
10 Leicester City 14 19
11 Crystal Palace 14 16
12 Brentford 14 16
13 Aston Villa 14 16
14 Southampton 15 16
15 Everton 14 15
16 Leeds United 14 15
17 Watford 15 13
18 Burnley 14 10
19 Newcastle United 15 10
20 Norwich City 14 10
Full English Soccer standings

National League

PosNamePldPts
1 Shamrock Rovers 36 78
2 St. Patrick's Athletic 36 62
3 Sligo Rovers 36 57
4 Derry City 36 54
5 Bohemian FC 36 52
6 Dundalk 36 48
7 Drogheda United 36 44
8 Finn Harps 36 44
9 Waterford 36 42
10 Longford Town 36 15
Full National League standings

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