Irish & International Sports News, Fixtures & Results

Jude McAtamney (93) taking a kick for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in 2022

Derry kicker McAtamney signs for New York Giants

Former Derry Under-20 footballer Jude McAtamney has joined the NFL's New York Giants as an undrafted free agent.

Quarterback Caleb Williams poses with his Chicago Bears jersey

Williams top pick in quarterback-heavy NFL draft

Pick-six took on an entirely different meaning during the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday night in Detroit as six of the first 12 picks were quarterbacks for the first time in league history.

US Sport • 26 Apr 24

Mark Jackson (L) is back in Ireland, but is still hopeful of an American return

Jackson still hopeful of NFL contract offer

Wicklow goalkeeper Mark Jackson is still hopeful of landing an NFL contract and said his return to Ireland is not a sign that his American football dream has come to an end.

Football • 11 Apr 24

Louis Rees-Zammit was one of Wales' star players before making a sensational switch to the NFL

Rees-Zammit determined to take chance in cut-throat NFL

Louis Rees-Zammit is determined to make the Kansas City Chiefs' playing roster after admitting his NFL dream could be over in a heartbeat.

US Sport • 10 Apr 24

Vontae Davis was a two-time Pro Bowl player in 2014 and 2015

Former NFL cornerback Vontae Davis dies suddenly at 35

Vontae Davis, the former Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills and Indianapolis Colts cornerback, has died suddenly at the age of 35.

US Sport • 01 Apr 24

Rees-Zammit earns a deal with the Chiefs

Former Wales rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit has signed for Super Bowl champions the Kansas City Chiefs.

US Sport • 29 Mar 24

Rees-Zammit to sign Kansas City Chiefs deal - report

Former Wales rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit has signed for Super Bowl champions the Kansas City Chiefs, according to a report in the United States.

US Sport • 28 Mar 24

Monaghan goalkeeper Rory Beggan is among the trio from Gaelic football involved

Irish kicking quartet aim to impress NFL pro day scouts

Four Irish athletes, including three leading GAA players, will today take to the field for further trials in front of NFL scouts.

US Sport • 20 Mar 24

Aaron Donald helped the Rams win the Super Bowl in 2022

LA Rams star Donald announces immediate retirement

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald, considered one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, has announced his immediate retirement from playing.

US Sport • 15 Mar 24

Joe Flacco (L) was named the NFL Comeback Player of the Year last year after leading the Cleveland Browns to the play-offs

St Pat's reveal US investors, including NFL's Flacco

St Patrick's Athletic have announced that US-based Kenosis Sports Group, which counts NFL star Joe Flacco among its investors, has become a "strategic investor" in the League of Ireland side.

Soccer • 05 Mar 24

Rory Beggan was in a group with Down's Charlie Smyth

Irish trio impress at NFL combine

Irish kickers caught the eye in front of watching NFL scouts as they competed in the NFL international combine in Indianapolis on Sunday.

Football • 04 Mar 24

Kyle Shanahan patrols the sideline at Allegiant Stadium

49ers players unaware of Super Bowl overtime rules

The San Francisco 49ers have faced criticism in the wake of their 25-22 Super Bowl loss to the Kansas City Chiefs for head coach Kyle Shanahan's choice to to receive the ball in overtime after winning the toss, while a number of their players admitted they were not aware of play-off overtime rules.

US Sport • 13 Feb 24

Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs hugs Taylor Swift after victory over the San Francisco 49ers, his third Super Bowl

Chiefs tailor swift response to beat 49ers in over-time

Patrick Mahomes threw a three-yard touchdown pass to Mecole Hardman with three seconds left in over-time to give the Kansas City Chiefs a 25-22 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas.

US Sport • 12 Feb 24

Super Bowl LVIII: Chiefs 25-22 49ers recap

The Kansas City Chiefs go back-to-back with an over-time victory over the San Francisco 49ers.

other sport • 12 Feb 24

The Chiefs are bidding to lift a third Vince Lombardi Trophy in five years

Super Bowl LVIII preview: Chiefs v 49ers

Las Vegas hosts the Super Bowl for the first time as the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers meet in the 58th renewal and a repeat of the NFL's decider in 2020.

US Sport • 11 Feb 24

The home of Real Madrid will host a regular season game in 2025

NFL to stage game in Bernabeu in 2025

Real Madrid's Bernabeu stadium will stage a regular-season NFL match in 2025.

US Sport • 09 Feb 24

Patrick Mahomes' run of success is already drawing comparisons to Tom Brady

Mahomes humbled by 'remarkable' Super Bowl streak

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes insists he is humbled by his latest Super Bowl appearance.

US Sport • 07 Feb 24

Mike Macdonald has built his reputation as a defensive co-ordinator in the mould of outgoing Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll

NFL: Seahawks switch from oldest head coach to youngest

The Seattle Seahawks have appointed Mike Macdonald as the youngest head coach in the NFL.

US Sport • 01 Feb 24

49ers come from behind to face Chiefs in Super Bowl

The San Francisco 49ers overturned a 17-point half-time deficit to book a Super Bowl clash with the defending champions, the Kansas City Chiefs.

US Sport • 29 Jan 24

Kayshon Boutte playing for the New England Patriots earlier this month

Patriots wideout Boutte arrested on gambling charges

New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte has been arrested on charges related to illegal online gaming while he was at LSU, Louisiana State Police have announced.

NFL • 26 Jan 24

(L to R): Rory Beggan, Charlie Smyth and Mark Jackson

Irish GAA trio fly out to kick & chase their NFL dream

Three prominent Gaelic football goalkeepers are preparing to fly to Florida for a month-long kicking camp as they close in on their pursuit of an NFL contract.

US Sport • 25 Jan 24

Chiefs and Lions keep Super Bowl hopes alive

Patrick Mahomes threw two touchdown passes to Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs advanced to the AFC Championship Game for the sixth consecutive season with a 27-24 victory over the Buffalo Bills.

US Sport • 22 Jan 24

Josh Allen (R) and the Buffalo Bills will be aiming to topple two-time Super Bowl winners Kansas City Chiefs and QB Patrick Mahomes

NFL play-offs: Bills prep cold welcome for Chiefs

The NFL playoffs reach the divisional round stage as the eight remaining franchises battle for places in the AFC and NFC championship games.

US Sport • 20 Jan 24

Rory Beggan is confirmed as part of NFL trial program

Beggan and Jackson confirmed in NFL Pathway programme

Rory Beggan and Mark Jackson are among the four Irish athletes who will participate in NFL trials in February.

US Sport • 19 Jan 24

Louis Rees-Zammit is the latest rugby player to pursue a career in gridiron

Wales winger Rees-Zammit quits rugby to chase NFL dream

Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit has been released by his club Gloucester with immediate effect so he can "pursue his dream" of a career in American football.

Rugby • 16 Jan 24