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Irish Independent
9 hours ago
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- Irish Independent
‘He builds players up but will also throw them under the bus': Inside the passionate mind of Damien Duff
He's more dedicated to his home base than the trappings of wealth. Now he has shocked the Irish soccer world by quitting as Shelbourne manager. John Meagher profiles the old-school boss who demands high standards Ciaran Harmon remembers the occasion like it was yesterday. It was April 2024, and Shelbourne – the League of Ireland club he supports – had just beaten fellow Dublin rivals St Patrick's Athletic at home. Damien Duff walked over to where he was standing with a vocal contingent of Shels supporters. What happened next made headlines. Duff – Shelbourne head coach, ex-Blackburn, Chelsea, Newcastle and Fulham star, and long-term Ireland international – asked Harmon to deliver the post-match team talk.
Belfast Telegraph
15 hours ago
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- Belfast Telegraph
Top Premier League referee drafted in for Linfield's Windsor Park battle with Shelbourne
Linfield's Champions League showdown with Shelbourne at Windsor Park has been given a Premier League flavour with officials from England's top-flight drafted in to take charge.
RTÉ News
17 hours ago
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- RTÉ News
Bobby Burns nets late equaliser as Galway United and Shelbourne finish level
Galway United and Shelbourne shared the spoils at Eamonn Deacy Park after Bobby Burns netted late to cancel out Mipo Odubeko's first-half header. Ahead of the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division clash, there were two major stories surrounding both clubs off the pitch. Damien Duff's abrupt departure from Shelbourne dominated the news last weekend, while Galway United hit the headlines in recent days, with star striker Moses Dyer set to leave the club. Dyer,the league's current top goalscorer with ten goals, is expected to move closer to his native New Zealand to sign for Cambodian Premier League side Phnom Penh Crown. Back on the pitch, tonight's encounter began at a lively pace with the first chance of proceedings falling the way of United striker Malcom Shaw, but Conor Kearns did enough to keep out the low effort. Shelbourne mustered their first clear-cut opportunity just after the 10th minute. The reigning top-flight champions must have thought they were going to go in front when Mipo Odubeko got in behind the United defence and rounded goalkeeper Evan Watts, only for his open goal effort to be miraculously cleared off the line by the retreating Garry Buckley. Shels started to take control of the early exchanges, as a Sean Boyd penalty claim was waved away, before the eventual goal arrived. In the 25th minute, Jonathan Lunney dinked a delicate ball into the box, which landed on the head of Odubeko, who made no mistake this time around, as his header hit the back of the net. Just before the break, United pushed for a leveller, as Shaw, who showed positive glimpses in his first full start, tested Kearns with a low strike, with the rebound landing at the feet of Edward McCarthy, but the Shels shot-stopper came to the rescue once again to keep his side in front. Like the first, the second half started on the front foot. Just after the interval, the energetic Odubeko found space to run at the home backline, before he made Watts work to keep the scoreline at a minimum. A few minutes later, the Shels goalscorer was superbly set up by Harry Wood, but the striker's close-range wayward strike failed to hit the target. The second-half chances continued, as Boyd soon had the ball in the back of the net, but was flagged for offside, while Odubeko glanced a headed opportunity just wide of the post. At the other end of the pitch, McCarthy went close with a deflected effort, while Cillian Tollett nearly got on the end of a set-piece. As Shelbourne seemed to be managing the game, United were rewarded, as substitute Burns took full advantage of a Kearns fumble to level the match in the 85th minute. A late opportunity came the way of Boyd, but, to the relief of the United faithful, his stinging strike flashed just wide of the target, as the points were shared on Corribside. Galway United: Watts; Byrne, Slevin, Brouder (Borden 45), Walsh; Cunningham (Burns 57), Hurley (Donelon 81), Shaw (Tollett 72), McCarthy (McCormack 81 / Horgan 90), Buckley; Esua.
Irish Independent
17 hours ago
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- Irish Independent
League of Ireland: Wins for Shamrock Rovers and Derry while Bohs secure late draw
Live | Today at 14:00 There's another action-packed evening ahead in the League of Ireland with all ten Premier Division clubs in action. You can follow all the action as it unfolds here. Key updates GOAL! The Candystripes sign off in style! Derry City 3 – Drogheda United 0 Into injury time in the Brandywell and Danny Mullen has added some extra gloss to the scoreboard as Kevin Doherty's Drogheda ship a third goal in the 95th-minute. GOAL! Bohs snatch a point at the death! Bohemians 1 – Sligo Rovers 1 It's heartbreak for the Bit O'Red and sheer ecstasy for the Bohs fans in the Jodi Stand as James Clarke - the 24-year-old who was simply untouchable in the derby - drives the ball into the net in the 95th-minute. Bohemians have been pushing for an equaliser all game with chances aplenty and they've finally taken one. Dayle Rooney's corner headed home by the young striker. GOAL! The Hoops make the breakthrough! Shamrock Rovers 1 - Waterford 0 Rovers take the lead through Rory Gaffney on 74 minutes. It's a total howler by Blues keeper Stephen McMullan, who completely spills Danny Mandroiu's shot from distance and Gaffney was first to pounce and tap into an empty net. With Bohs and Drogheda currently losing their games, how crucial a goal may that prove to be in the title race. - Sean O'Connor live from Tallaght. GOAL! Galway restore parity! Galway United 1 - Shelbourne 1 And it's 1-1 and suddenly all those Odubeko misses are no laughing matter for Shels. Conor Kearns cries foul as he is put under pressure from Cillian Tollett after a punt into the box but the ref isn't interested and Bobby Burns knocks the ball into the empty net. - Dan McDonnell reporting from Eamonn Deacy Park. TWO GOALS! Todd and Boyce convert in a flash! Derry City 2 – Drogheda United 0 After defeating Athletic last Monday, Derry City appear to be maintaining their momentum as Sam Todd opens the scoring in the 34th-minute. Just two minutes later - practically with the next significant attack - Ronan Boyce drills the ball past Luke Dennison to double the host's advantage. GOAL! The Bit O'Red in front at Dalymount! Bohemians 0 – Sligo Rovers 1 Just approaching the half-hour mark in Phibsborough and it's the visitors from the west who open the scoring. Owen Elding with the goal which came in the 28th-minute. It's another sensational strike from the 19-year-old - similar to his one against Shels - as he picked the ball up on halfway before smacking it beyond Chorazka with the aid of the crossbar. Screamer! GOAL! Shels take the lead at Eamonn Deacy Park! Galway United 0 - Shelbourne 1 And it's 1-0 to Shelbourne. JJ Lunney cross and a header from Mipo Odubeko. The champions have started this game very well and deserve their lead. - Dan McDonnell reporting live. League of Ireland (All Kick-offs 7.45pm unless stated) Premier Division (Full-time) Bohemians 1 – Sligo Rovers 1 Cork City 0 – Athletic 0 Derry City 3 – Drogheda United 0 Galway United 1 – Shelbourne 1 Shamrock Rovers 1 – 0 Waterford (8pm) (Full-time) First Division (Full-time) Athlone Town 0 – Bray Wanderers 4 Dundalk 1 – Cobh Ramblers 0 Treaty United 0 – Finn Harps 1 Wexford 4 – Kerry 3 Just now That's going to be that in terms of our coverage this evening! It was a pleasure to guide you through all the action and thank you for joining us for yet another thrilling round of League of Ireland drama. Make sure to keep an eye on the Irish Independent as the evening progresses for further post-match reports and articles. Enjoy the rest of your night! We will leave you with Virgin Media's interview with Cork City's man of the match Greg Bolger: Virgin Media Sport on Twitter / X 🗣️ "If Kitt Nelson puts that one away it puts us in the driving seat."🗣️ "Probably disappointed we didn't get all three points."🗣️ "We'll keep going, keep grafting."SSE Airtricity Player of the Match Greg Bolger speaking to Bernard O'Toole after Cork City 0-0 St Pat's. Virgin Media Sport (@VMSportIE) June 27, 2025 2 minutes ago The final say of the night comes from Sean O'Connor who watched the Hoops down Waterford: FT: Shamrock Rovers 1 - Waterford 0 It's all over here in Tallaght and Shamrock Rovers secure a huge three points courtesy of Rory Gaffney's late strike, after a howler from Blues goalkeeper Stephen McMullan. Waterford did have the chances to open the scoring in this one but just couldn't take them, with tonight's win, the Hoops' fifth in a row over the men from the south east, extending their lead by another two points and out to 11 with just 12 games remaining. 11 minutes ago Full-time: Cork City 0 - Athletic 0 No goals to speak of in Turners Cross! Kitt Nelson's chance just before the break was probably the best opportunity of the game. Overall, the Rebels probably shaded the opportunities, but the Saints had their fair share of efforts from Brandon Kavanagh and Zach Elbouzedi. As the Virgin Media full-time post on Twitter/X put it, far from a classic! Virgin Media Sport on Twitter / X ▪️ A first clean sheet for Cork City▪️ More points dropped for St Pat'sIan Morris and Graham Gartland give their full-time thoughts after a scoreless draw at Turner's Cross. Virgin Media Sport (@VMSportIE) June 27, 2025 14 minutes ago Dan McDonnell signs off from Eamonn Deacy Park: Full time Galway United 1 Shelbourne 1 - all those Odubeko misses came back to haunt Shels in the end. 17 minutes ago GOAL! The Candystripes sign off in style! Derry City 3 – Drogheda United 0 Into injury time in the Brandywell and Danny Mullen has added some extra gloss to the scoreboard as Kevin Doherty's Drogheda ship a third goal in the 95th-minute. 18 minutes ago GOAL! Bohs snatch a point at the death! Bohemians 1 – Sligo Rovers 1 It's heartbreak for the Bit O'Red and sheer ecstasy for the Bohs fans in the Jodi Stand as James Clarke - the 24-year-old who was simply untouchable in the derby - drives the ball into the net in the 95th-minute. Bohemians have been pushing for an equaliser all game with chances aplenty and they've finally taken one. Dayle Rooney's corner headed home by the young striker. League of Ireland on Twitter / X Bohs do it again late on!🔴⚫Can they go get a winner? League of Ireland (@LeagueofIreland) June 27, 2025 External contentWhen displaying external content, data is transferred to third parties. 21 minutes ago Sean Boyd goes close as Dan McDonnell reports from Eamonn Deacy Park: Big miss from Sean Boyd as we enter the five mins of stoppage time. Galway sub Conor McCormack has gone off after two stoppages where he was down receiving treatment - United have made their sixth sub as a consequence with McCormack holding an ice pack to the back of his head. Presumably, it's going into the book as concussion. 24 minutes ago GOAL! The Hoops make the breakthrough! Shamrock Rovers 1 - Waterford 0 Rovers take the lead through Rory Gaffney on 74 minutes. It's a total howler by Blues keeper Stephen McMullan, who completely spills Danny Mandroiu's shot from distance and Gaffney was first to pounce and tap into an empty net. With Bohs and Drogheda currently losing their games, how crucial a goal may that prove to be in the title race. - Sean O'Connor live from Tallaght. League of Ireland on Twitter / X Rory Gaffney's goal to put Shamrock Rovers in front!☘️One that Stephen McMullan will want to forget. League of Ireland (@LeagueofIreland) June 27, 2025 External contentWhen displaying external content, data is transferred to third parties. 26 minutes ago 90+1' CLOSE! Rio Shipston fires a long ball over the top to Cathal O'Sullivan. The 18-year-old attempts to lob Anang but it sails over the bar by a fair few feet. Decent attack but no end product. Cork's Greg Bolger has been named as tonight's man of the match. 28 minutes ago 88' Jake Mulraney wins a corner for Pat's off Rio Shipston. The ball is whipped in but it fails to beat the first man - this pretty much sums up this game unfortunately. Both sides missing their shooting boots! We will have 5 minutes of additional time to play in Turners Cross. 30 minutes ago Waterford ring in the changes with less than 20 minutes remaining in Tallaght: Two changes for the Blues here who are well in this contest, as Kyle White and Dean McMenamy replace Jesse Dempsey and Rowan McDonald. - Sean O'Connor 31 minutes ago GOAL! Galway restore parity! Galway United 1 - Shelbourne 1 And it's 1-1 and suddenly all those Odubeko misses are no laughing matter for Shels. Conor Kearns cries foul as he is put under pressure from Cillian Tollett after a punt into the box but the ref isn't interested and Bobby Burns knocks the ball into the empty net. - Dan McDonnell reporting from Eamonn Deacy Park. League of Ireland on Twitter / X Eamonn Deacy Park has erupted!💥Bobby Burns gets the equaliser for the hosts. League of Ireland (@LeagueofIreland) June 27, 2025 External contentWhen displaying external content, data is transferred to third parties. 33 minutes ago First Division updates: Athlone Town 0 – Bray Wanderers 4 (85 mins) Kilian Cantwell has joined in on the Seagulls' rout of Athlone Town with their fourth goal coming in the 66th-minute. Treaty United 0 – Finn Harps 1 (85 mins) The deadlock has finally been broken at Park and it's the visitors from Ballybofey with the goal - Gradi Lomboto bags his second goal in as many games with a 76th-minute strike. Wexford 4 – Kerry 3 (85 mins) Incredible! Ferrycarrig has been treated to a spectacle for the ages here! Once again, the 10-men of Wexford battled back to reach parity thanks to Aaron Dobbs' goal. Cometh the hour, cometh the man - Mikie Rowe makes it a brace as he nudges the numerically disadvantaged hosts in front! League of Ireland on Twitter / X Has Gradi Lomboto scored the winner for Finn Harps for the second week in a row?🔵 League of Ireland (@LeagueofIreland) June 27, 2025 External contentWhen displaying external content, data is transferred to third parties. League of Ireland on Twitter / X The greatest comeback of all time?😮Ten men Wexford have come back from 3-1 down with Mikie Rowe getting the vital goal. League of Ireland (@LeagueofIreland) June 27, 2025 38 minutes ago Sean O'Connor with the latest report from Shamrock Rovers-Waterford: Just past the hour mark here in Tallaght and it remains scoreless. It's turning into a night for the goalkeepers with both kept busy and so far, keeping their sides in it, with Rovers' Michael Noonan and Waterford's Rowan McDonald both seeing efforts saved since the restart. On a side note, the official attendance here has been confirmed as 4,014, which is the club's lowest home league attendance so far this year. The Hoops need a spark here and Stephen Bradley has introduced Jack Byrne and Rory Gaffney with 25 minutes left on the clock, Dylan Watts and Graham Burke come off. 42 minutes ago 73' Where Cork are getting joy down the left, are reaping rewards down the right. A corner causes some bother before Freddie Anderson can clear and Evan McLaughlin wins a pressure-relieving free. Rio Shipston and Josh Fitzpatrick replace Greg Bolger and Matt Kiernan for Cork. Meanwhile, Stephen Kenny introduces Kian Leavy and Chris Forrester for Elbouzedi and Baggley. 46 minutes ago 69' Better play from Cork as Evan McLaughlin feeds Seani Maguire who cut the ball back into the box. Sean Hoare did well to smash it away to the safety of the sideline. A penalty appeal from the Rebels faithful falls on deaf ears. 49 minutes ago 67' Mason Melia's night comes to an end as Aidan Keena enters the fray. It was an unusually quiet night for the Saints marksman who really only managed one shot at goal in the form of a first-half header that cleared the crossbar. 51 minutes ago 65' Ger Nash turns to his bench again as he replaces Sean Murray with Evan McLaughlin. Murray had a fine game in midfield where he dictated play alongside Greg Bolger. Possibly unlucky not to score either! 53 minutes ago Dan McDonnell spots a triple alteration from Joey O'Brien in the 65th-minute: A treble change from Shels and one of their new arrivals - Tyreke Wilson - sends in a cross that Odubeko heads wide under no pressure. Kerr McInroy and Evan Caffrey have also come into the fray.
BBC News
18 hours ago
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- BBC News
Toure signs for Ballymena after leaving Glenavon
Ballymena United have completed the signing of right-back David Toure after the defender's recent departure from 20-year-old joins the Sky Blues following the conclusion of his contract with the Mourneview Park joined Glenavon from Shelbourne in the January window at the start of 2024 and impressed during an 18-month spell in mid manager Jim Ervin said: "David is a quality signing and an exceptional talent."He's young, energetic, enthusiastic and has a big future ahead of him. He's another who sets out the standards we're trying to create."Toure commented: "From the outside looking in I could see this was a squad that's improving and it was a no brainer really. I spoke to a few lads already here and they love it. "I've had a good season and a half in the league and have a good grasp of it. The club made a good start to last season but it's about maintaining that and pushing on and the top six has to be what we're aiming for at least."Toure is the sixth addition to the Braidmen's squad ahead of the start of the new Irish Premiership campaign in has also acquired the services of new arrivals Matthew Clarke, Ryan McNickle, Declan Breen, Jack O'Reilly and Daire O'Connor.
