Niall McCoy

RTÉ Sport journalist

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

4 September 2025; Rocco Vata of Republic of Ireland in action against Mihai Lupan of Moldova during the UEFA European U21 Championship qualifier match between Moldova and Republic of Ireland at Nisporeni Central Stadium in Nisporeni, Moldova. Photo by Ale

Euro U21 qualifying recap: Moldova 1-2 Rep of Ireland

Jim Crawford's side began their Euro Under-21 qualifying campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Moldova.

Soccer • 04 Sep 25

Paul Towey of Charlestown Sarsfields in action against Shairoze Akram of Ballaghaderreen during the Mayo County Senior Club Football Championship Round 2 match between Charlestown Sarsfields and Ballaghaderreen at Fr O'Hara Park in Charlestown, Mayo. Phot

Less confrontation, more action - Rules work for clubs

A few months ago Paddy Neilan was the man in the middle at Croke Park, this weekend it's Kilbride in Roscommon, but wherever he is, he's seeing a game that's more enjoyable for everyone.

Football • 31 Aug 25

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - AUGUST 30: Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United celebrate after Josh Cullen of Burnley (not pictured) scores his teams own goal during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Burnley at Old Trafford on Aug

Premier League recap: Man United 3-2 Burnley

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim looked set to face even more criticism after twice being pegged back by Burnley, but captain Bruno Fernandes won the game with a late, late penalty.

Soccer • 30 Aug 25

22 August 2020; A general view of a Bainisteoir bib during the Kerry County Senior Football Championship Round 1 match between Feale Rangers and East Kerry at Frank Sheehy Park in Listowel, Kerry. Photo by Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

The €20,000 question: Should GAA managers be paid?

The possibility of paid inter-county GAA managers no longer appears to be an issue coming down the tracks, but something that could be put front and centre sooner rather than later. RTÉ Sport spoke to a current inter-county manager, player and committee member to hear their views on such a move.

Football • 02 Sep 25