Niall McCoy

RTÉ Sport journalist

World Cup qualifying recap: Portugal 1-0 Ireland

The Republic of Ireland left heartbroken after they losing 1-0 to Portugal following a late winner for the hosts.

17 August 2025; Simon Rooney of Seneschalstown in action against Ratoath players Cian O'Brien, left, and Bryan McMahon during the Meath County Senior Club Football Championship Round 2 match between Seneschalstown and Ratoath at Páirc Tailteann in Navan,

Fighting on two fronts still dual in crown for some

While the inter-county dual player is on the verge of extinction, dual clubs continue to demonstrate that focussing on two codes can open the door to double success.

Football • 11 Oct 25

Campbell steps away from Armagh duty

Armagh attacking ace Stefan Campbell has retired from inter-county duty.

Football • 07 Oct 25

New York , United States - 27 September 2025; Shane Lowry of Europe celebrates on the 18th green during the afternoon fourballs on day two of the 2025 Ryder Cup at Black Course at Bethpage State Park Golf Course in Farmingdale, New York, USA. (Photo By Va

2025 Ryder Cup Day 2 recap - USA 4.5 Europe 11.5

The action from the second day of the 2025 Ryder Cup where Team Europe began with a three-point lead over their hosts at Bethpage Black.

Golf • 27 Sep 25

during day two of the Afternoon Four-Ball Matches for The 39th Ryder Cup at Medinah Country Club on September 29, 2012 in Medinah, Illinois.

A 'dummies guide' to being Ryder Cup captain

What makes a good Ryder Cup captain? For American chief Keegan Bradley and European counterpart Luke Donald, the next few days will be an examination of their ability to lead - here are four areas that are key to a successful guardianship of golf's most coveted managerial position.

Golf • 25 Sep 25

22 September 2025; Dare Kareem of Drogheda United celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Drogheda United and Shelbourne at Sullivan & Lambe Park in Drogheda, Louth. Photo by Ben McShan

Monday's Premier Division results and reports

There were wins for Shamrock Rovers, St Pat's, Drogheda United and Sligo Rovers

Soccer • 23 Sep 25

1 October 2023; Shane Lowry of Europe celebrates alongside teammate Rory McIlroy as he lifts the Ryder Cup after the final day of the 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club in Rome, Italy. Photo by Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Team Lowry ready for Bethpage bear pit

Shane Lowry is the ultimate team player in the "loneliest of sports" and Team Europe will require that quality to come to the fore when they chase a rare away Ryder Cup win in New York.

Golf • 23 Sep 25

BRISTOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 20: Ellie Kildunne of England races clear to score her team's first try during the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Semi Final match between France and England at Ashton Gate on September 20, 2025 in Bristol, England. (Photo by Da

Women's RWC recap: England 35-17 France

England eventually overcome a stern France examination to seal a World Cup final date with Canada.

Rugby • 20 Sep 25

Evan Ferguson during a Republic of Ireland training session at the AFF Technical Center Academy in Yerevan

Armenia v Republic of Ireland: All you need to know

One goal has been the margin of victory in all four Republic of Ireland and Armenia clashes, but the hosts enter this clash in Yerevan at a low ebb.

Soccer • 08 Sep 25

4 September 2025; Mason Melia of Republic of Ireland celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the UEFA European U21 Championship qualifier match between Moldova and Republic of Ireland at Nisporeni Central Stadium in Nisporeni, Moldova. Phot

Melia at the double to sink Moldova

Mason Melia was on the double to ensure that the Republic of Ireland's Euro Under-21 qualifying campaign began with a win as they were pushed hard in a 2-1 victory over Moldova in Nisperoni.

Soccer • 04 Sep 25