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99.2% of people in Irish professional rugby have had at least one dose of the vaccine

IRFU claim 99.2% vaccine uptake in professional rugby

The IRFU say there has been almost a full uptake of the Covid-19 vaccine among the professional structure in Ireland.

Manager Stephen Kenny has indicated the stance of some footballers on the vaccine could be related to myths

FAI 'must accept' players' rights on Covid-19 vaccine

The FAI has moved to issue a statement following Callum Robinson's revelation that he is not vaccinated from Covid-19, saying it "accepts the right of all individuals".

Soccer • 06 Oct 21

Callum Robinson explained to the media on Tuesday his decision not be get vaccinated against Covid-19

No 'radical' FAI stance as Robinson among unvaccinated

Stephen Kenny is unwilling to take the "radical" decision to only pick Covid-vaccinated players for international duty, following the revelation that a good chunk of his squad have chosen not to take the jab.

Soccer • 06 Oct 21

Premier League told clubs that according to data, only seven had squads which were more than 50% fully vaccinated

Premier League consider 'reward' to boost vaccine rates

The Premier League is considering whether and how best to "reward" clubs with high rates of players vaccinated against coronavirus, the PA news agency understands.

Soccer • 29 Sep 21

Dundalk have hit been hit with a further blow

Dundalk players tested for Covid after case in squad

Dundalk's preparations for their FAI Cup quarter-final replay against Finn Harps in Oriel Park on Tuesday night have been dealt a huge blow following a case of Covid-19 in the Louth club's camp.

Soccer • 20 Sep 21

The big screens at Old Trafford relayed the bad news

Covid concerns see India pull out of final test

The series-deciding Test between England and India was sensationally cancelled on the morning of the match after the tourists were unable to field a team due to concerns over Covid-19.

Cricket • 10 Sep 21

Lionel Messi (C) speaks to Brazil's Neymar Jr

Updated Brazil game with Argentina halted by health officials

The World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina in Sao Paulo was called off amid extraordinary scenes as officials stormed on to the pitch over an alleged coronavirus breach by the visitors' England-based players.

Soccer • 06 Sep 21

All tickets for the final have been allocated

Lack of 'expertise' behind GAA's decision to cap crowd

GAA president Larry McCarthy tells RTÉ's Morning Ireland that a lack of "expertise" was the reason the association decided against increasing the capacity for the upcoming All-Ireland football final.

GAA • 02 Sep 21

Tyrone are looking to reach a first final since 2018

Ewing: 'Astute' Tyrone have handled Covid outbreak well

Tyrone have handed the Covid-19 outbreak in their squad well, former Sligo footballer Neil Ewing told RTÉ's The Championship Podcast.

GAA • 27 Aug 21

Logan: Covid issue won't be easy to shake off

Feargal Logan has admitted that it will not be easy to shake off the full impact of the Covid-19 issues that affected Tyrone in the build-up to Saturday's All-Ireland semi-final against Kerry.

Football • 27 Aug 21

Up to 10,000 will attend the game against Saracens

Up to 10,000 to be allowed at Ulster Rugby friendly

Ulster Rugby have confirmed that up to 10,000 supporters will be allowed to attend a pre-season friendly they're playing against Saracens in Belfast on 3 September.

Rugby • 23 Aug 21

Brentford host Arsenal in the Premier League seasonal opener on Friday

Fans face random spot-checks at Premier League grounds

The Premier League has announced fans are set to be subject to random spot-checks of their Covid-19 status at some grounds in the opening few weeks of the new season.

Soccer • 09 Aug 21

Australia won the 2017 Rugby League World Cup

Pandemic pushes Rugby League World Cup back to 2022

The 2021 Rugby League World Cup in England has officially been postponed to 2022.

Rugby • 05 Aug 21

There were 18,000 at last weekend's Connacht SFC final, which was moved to Croke Park

Government to examine increasing Croke Park crowds

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has indicated that the Government will look at increasing attendances at next month's All-Ireland finals and semi-finals.

other sport • 29 Jul 21

Sanctions could be imposed on those who break travel quarantine directives under the GAA's Rule 7.2

GAA members could face eight-week bans for Covid breach

The GAA has reminded members to adhere strictly to return to play protocols if the remainder of the playing season is to be unaffected.

GAA • 20 Jul 21

The 2021 Dublin Marathon has been cancelled

Dublin marathon cancelled for second year in a row

The 2021 KBC Dublin Marathon has been cancelled for the second year in a row, with organisers citing "too many unknowns" ahead of the 24 October event.

Athletics • 07 Jul 21

Fans watch the action at last year's 3M Open in Minnesota

PGA Tour to end Covid-19 testing regime

The PGA Tour will end its required Covid-19 weekly testing program starting at next month's 3M Open.

Golf • 29 Jun 21

Jon Rahm is driven off the course after learning he was positive for Covid-19

Leader Rahm out of Memorial after positive Covid test

Jon Rahm has been forced out of the Memorial Tournament despite leading at the end of the third round after testing positive for Covid-19.

Golf • 06 Jun 21

Fans will be in Tallaght Stadium for vist of Finn Harps on 11 June

Government confirms fans at Leinster and Rovers games

The Government has approved plans that will see spectators allowed to return to certain sports events in June as Covid-19 restrictions are relaxed on outdoor activities from next month.

other sport • 30 May 21

Kilkenny and Wexford have both won their first two games in the Allianz Hurling League

Kilkenny v Wexford goes ahead as Cats test negative

The rescheduled Allianz Hurling League Division 1 fixture between Kilkenny and Wexford will go ahead on Sunday after the Kilkenny squad returned negative Covid-19 tests.

Hurling • 28 May 21

Dundalk cancel training for tests after Belfast outing

Dundalk have cancelled Tuesday's training session and ordered Covid-19 tests for the players following a team outing to Belfast on Saturday.

Soccer • 10 May 21

Concerns linger around the Games cproceeding while Tokyo remains under lockdown

Games will happen despite local concerns - IOC official

International Olympics Committee vice president John Coates admits that while Japanese sentiment turning against the Tokyo Games was a "concern", he could foresee no scenario under which the sporting showpiece would not go ahead.

Olympics • 08 May 21