1 day agoViral XComments Off on Katie McCabe makes heartwarming gesture to next generation of stars before joining Ireland camp for Greece games
KATIE McCabe took a trip down memory lane by visiting Kilnamanagh’s Under-9s before linking up with the Ireland squad.
The Ireland captain made time to coach up the next generation of footie aces at what was her childhood club.
@IrelandFootballThe 29-year-old emphasized the importance of always listening to coaches in order to improve[/caption]
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@IrelandFootballLast week she helped Arsenal overturn a 2-0 deficit against Real Madrid to secure a spot in the Champions League semi-finals[/caption]
@IrelandFootballEarlier in the video she’d also paid a visit to her mother’s house[/caption]
She led the youngsters through a shooting drill – coaching up their technique in the process.
The kids hung on every word the 95-times capped star said across the whole session.
They’ll have a chance to see McCabe put her skills in action once again when she leads out the Girls in Green in Greece on Friday for what is the first of a Nations League double-header.
The reverse fixture at Tallaght Stadium will then take place on Tuesday, April 8.
Ireland’s preparations for the pair of games have been hampered by a passport issue which has prevented assistant coach Amber Whiteley from linking up with the squad in time.
The interim Liverpool boss was due to fly into Dublin on Monday and then travel with the squad to Crete yesterday for Friday’s affair.
Heather Payne has emerged as a doubt for that game with an ankle issue which meant she did not train Tuesday morning.
But Whiteley was unable to obtain a new passport after she had cancelled her old one which later turned up.
The FAI’s Head of Women and Girls football Hannah Dingley has taken her place, to assist head coach Carla Ward and her no 2 Alan Mahon.
Dingley has extensive experience from her time as Academy Manager at Forest Green Rovers and Head of Academy Coaching at Burton Albion.
She had a two-week spell as caretaker manager of Forest Green’s men’s team in the summer of 2023 before joining the FAI last year.
Because of her club commitments, Whiteley was not going to be involved for the return game in Tallaght on Tuesday.
Whether Whiteley – who worked with Ward for her first two games in charge in February – has any future role with the Ireland team remains to be seen.
If she lands the Liverpool job on a permanent basis, she would be expected to give up her role with the FAI.
Last week, Ward said Colin Healy would come into the frame for that vacancy if it arises.
The Association came under fire for letting Healy go along with former boss Eileen Gleeson following the Euro 2025 play-off defeat to Wales.
The ex-Ireland midfielder claimed he had received a verbal assurance he would be kept on, something which was strenuously denied by the FAI’s Chief Football Officer Marc Canham.
Ward stood by her assertion that bringing in Healy as her no 2 was not an option, despite Canham’s insistence she had a free hand in bringing in her backroom staff.
Mahon – who effectively replaced Healy – said he would have no issue with Healy being brought in, although whether the Cork man would be interested in a part-time no 3 role after the nature of his exit from the Association is unclear.
Mahon said: “Not a problem at all. I’ve heard good things about Colin.
“I’ve never met him myself, I know of him and we’ve come across each other, but there wouldn’t be an issue on my side or Carla’s side, to be honest.”
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1 day agoViral XComments Off on Ex-Arsenal star Granit Xhaka in heated confrontation with Bayer Leverkusen ultras after humiliating defeat to minnows
GRANIT XHAKA clashed with his own fans in a heated confrontation following a humiliating defeat.
Xhaka, 32, played the full 90 minutes as Bayer Leverkusen were dumped out of the DFB-Pokal German Cup semi-finals by third-tier Arminia.
Sky SportsGranit Xhaka got into a heated row with Bayer Leverkusen fans[/caption]
Sky SportsThe midfielder angrily gesticulated towards a man in the front row[/caption]
Sky SportsA member of staff tried to calm things down[/caption]
The reigning Bundesliga champions became the FOURTH top-flight side to be dumped out of this season’s competition by the minnows.
Leverkusen took the lead through Jonathan Tah on 17 minutes.
The hosts equalised three minutes later then took a surprise lead just before half-time – and managed to hold on for another famous victory.
But while Arminia celebrated booking their place in next month’s final – where they will face Stuttgart or RB Leipzig – the anger among Leverkusen fans threatened to boil over.
Xhaka went over to the away section to address the travelling supporters after full-time.
But the conversation soon turned angry, with the former Arsenal skipper furious gesticulating towards one man in particular.
As he demonstrated during his time at the Emirates with his infamous outburst where he told his own fans to “f*** off”, the combative Swiss star is never one to shy away from a blazing row.
A Bayer member of staff tried to calm the raging fan down but Xhaka continued the intense exchange as another man joined the fiery debate.
The shock defeat to Arminia means Xabi Alonso’s side will not retain the cup this season.
And they sit in second, six points behind Bayern Munich, with seven games to go in the league campaign.
ReutersXhaka’s Bayer Leverkusen were dumped out of the German Cup by Arminia[/caption]
EPAThe third-tier side have knocked out four Bundesliga teams during their incredible run[/caption]
AFPThey will play either Stuttgart or RB Leizpig in the final[/caption]
Xhaka has history clashing with his own fans – with the infamous incident against Crystal PalaceNews Group Newspapers LtdReutersThe Swiss midfielder cupped his ears to the Arsenal fans before ripping his shirt off[/caption]
1 day agoViral XComments Off on ‘I could have done what he did’ – Martin O’Neill, 73, slams Man Utd star live on TNT Sports after Nottingham Forest loss
PATRICK DORGU has been slammed by Martin O’Neill for his poor performance in Manchester United’s 1-0 loss to Nottingham Forest.
Anthony Elanga scored a stunning solo goal to condemn his former team to their 13th defeat of thePremier Leagueseason on Tuesday night.
Patrick Dorgu came under fire from Martin O’Neill for his performance at Nottingham ForestO’Neill, a Forest hero in the 70s, said he could have done Dorgu’s job even now
O’Neill, a double European champion with Forest, was delighted to see his old club tighten their grip on third in the Prem, as they bid to qualify for next year’sChampions League.
Elanga flooded forward from his own penalty area in the fifth minute, covering 85m in the space of just nine seconds, to lash home the opener.
United dominated the ball at 68 per cent possession and had 23 shots to Forest’s eight, but none of them too threatening for Matz Sels.
While Ruben Amorim’s side showed signs of improving on the ball, individual mistakes and the lack of firepower up front were glaring.
And O’Neill was particularly scathing in his assessment of Dorgu, who was playing just his seventh match since arriving from Lecce for £29.4 million in January.
Working as a pundit for TNT Sports, the 73-year-old said: “They had Dorgu playing tonight. I could have done what he did!
“He’s wide left-hand side, he’s got the ball and you’re saying: ‘Come on! Your job is to take players on. Get at them!’
“He’s laid it inside three times in the first 10 minutes of the second half… to the opposition!
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“Maybe it’s no confidence, I don’t know what it is. But these type of things are all over the field for Manchester United.”
Rio Ferdinand highlighted that Dorgu was caught on the wrong side of Elanga, before he made his incredible game-winning run at the edge of Forest’s box early on.
And the 20-year-old regularly missed placed passes throughout his 90 minutes.
But fans have also criticised Alejandro Garnacho – who skied several shots – for not passing to Dorgu, who was making well-meaning overlapping runs.
Dorgu was coming off a stellar performance against Real Sociedad in the Europa League, where he had five shots on goal and won Bruno Fernandes’ game-leading penalty.
The Dane was crucial to United winning 4-1 on aggregate and advancing to face Lyon in the quarter-finals.
But the left-wing back hasn’t quite hit the ground running in his four Prem games.
Forest was his first league game back since his three-match suspension for picking up a straight red for a ruthless challenge on Omari Hutchinson against Ipswich in February.
Amorim was desperate to bolster his left-wing options in January withDiogo Dalotbeing forced to switch from the right side,Luke Shawinjured and Tyrell Malacia sent out on loan to PSV Eindhoven.
O’Neill further suggested that the current United squad lacks the depth and quality to genuinely contend in the Prem.
The Northern Irishman, whose last managerial job saw him sacked by Forest in 2019, added: “Man United have some really good players.
“Obviously, Fernandes is a top-quality player. But they haven’t enough good players to be a threat in this league.
“And when I say a threat for Manchester United, I’m talking about getting into the top four.”
The gritty win marked the first league double over United for the Tricky Trees since 1992 when legendary boss Brian Clough was still in charge of the club.
Man Utd player ratings vs Nottingham Forest
MANCHESTER UNITED’S woes continue after another disappointing loss to Nottingham Forest.
Forest picked up a 1-0 victory at the City Ground thanks to ex-United ace Anthony Elanga’s winner after just five minutes.
United remain 13th in the Premier League table and look set for their worst ever Premier League finish.
That is at least what their performance at Forest showed, as Ruben Amorim’s men don’t show signs of really understanding the Portuguese tactician’s preferred 3-4-2-1 formation.
But who stood out for a poor United’s side? And who was the biggest disappointment?
Check out Kostas Lianos’ players ratings below and find out…
Andre Onana – 5
Can’t blame him for Nottingham Forest’s winner as Anthony Elanga’s shot was too good. Made a stunning save to deny Ryan Yates’ header without knowing the Forest ace was offside.
Leny Yoro – 5
Should have been more aware before Elanga’s goal that came straight after a Man Utd corner-kick in which he had moved forward.
One could argue Yoro made up for it when he stopped a fine run by Elanga in the second half with an amazing and well-timed challenge to save United from a second.
Matthijs de Ligt – 4
The centre-back was also nowhere to be seen before Elanga’s goal. No other major errors but should have done better on the rebound after Diogo Dalot’s header hit the crossbar.
Noussair Mazraoui – 4
Completely hopeless during Elanga’s run that led to the goal and struggled in his defensive duties, especially in the first half. Not sure if the full-back fits in a defensive trio as part of Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 formation…
Diogo Dalot – 6
A strong performance down the right wing with some fine runs and good crosses. Registered United’s best chance in the first half when his header rattled Forest’s crossbar.
Casemiro – 4
At fault for Elanga’s goal as there was absolutely no midfield presence during Forest’s counter.
Loads of inaccurate passes and got booked for a reckless challenge on Yates before complaining in a very unjust way. Registered three shots but didn’t cause concern for Matz Sels.
Manuel Ugarte – 4
Cut a rather anonymous figure, among the guilty parties for Elanga’s goal as Man Utd’s midfield was caught sleeping. Rightly substituted at half-time.
Patrick Dorgu – 5
A fine display during the first half as he cut a strong presence down the left flank, even though he was completely outrun by Elanga before the goal.
But the versatile full-back was the complete opposite in the second half with a series of errors against a stunning Neco Williams.
Bruno Fernandes – 6
Registered the game’s first shot on target with a powerful effort that required a lunge from Sels, and that was basically United’s best shot throughout the entire match.
Fernandes produced some fine long balls and upgraded Man Utd’s midfield after Ugarte and Casemiro’s exits.
Alejandro Garnacho – 2
Very disappointing performance from the winger. Completely hopeless before Elanga’s goal with a desperate tackle and was lucky to avoid a booking for a ridiculous challenge on Yates while the Argentina international was on the attack.
A game riddled with heavy touches, failed dribbles, wrong passes, blocked shots and a silly yellow card as he kicked the ball away in frustration. Had a good shot on 69 minutes as a saving grace.
Joshua Zirkzee – 3
Was supposed to be a striker but was often seen playing too deep and didn’t register a chance in front of Forest’s goal. Didn’t inspire any danger even after Rasmus Hojlund came on to help him up front.
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Rasmus Hojlund – 5
Was much better than a woeful Zirkzee up front for Man Utd. But didn’t cause any significant danger and never looked like a goalscoring threat. Harry Maguire looked far more lethal as a false nine after he entered the pitch with a lot more presence inside the box.
Christian Eriksen – 4
Didn’t really elevate United’s midfield after Ugarte and Casemiro’s exit. The sort of performance that makes one wonder about his Old Trafford future…
Harry Maguire – 5
Only played nine minutes as a false nine and was by far Man Utd’s best forward. Brought on as a desperation move that almost paid off with the best chance of the match as his last-gasp effort was cleared by Murillo just off the line.
1 day agoViral XComments Off on Arsenal legend Lehmann struggled to stand and vomited at roadside as new details emerge of Oktoberfest arrest
ARSENAL legend Jens Lehmann vomited twice and failed a breathalyser after being pulled over by police, it has been claimed.
The former goalkeeper was stopped by cops after an evening enjoying Oktoberfest celebrations in Munich last September.
GettyJens Lehmann was pulled over by police over suspected drink driving last September[/caption]
GettyThe former Arsenal star had been enjoying Oktoberfest festivities in Munich[/caption]
GettyLehmann failed a breathalyser test[/caption]
GettyLehmann is claimed to have staggered and thrown up twice[/caption]
Lehmann is alleged to have been drink driving at the time of the stop, which happened at 1:30am.
Police could reportedly smell alcohol from his breath through the open window of the car.
The 55-year-old staggered after he got out of the car and vomited twice by the roadside, according to Bild.
Lehmann also struggled to produce his driver’s license and failed with his first few attempts to do so.
While he was unable to show his warning triangle and first-aid kit and had to hold onto the car to stay upright when opening his boot.
Breath tests had to be abandoned because the ex-Gunners ace was “no longer able to blow” so he was instead taken to a police station for further tests.
Lehmann later went to the Munich Institute of Forensic Medicine for blood tests.
The German has been ordered to appear in court with the prosecutor’s office requesting a fine of £60,000.
Lehmann has been in trouble with the law previously having been found guilty of property damage after attacking his neighbour’s garage with a chainsaw.
He was handed a suspended prison sentence and fined £112,000 before reaching an out of court settlement with his neighbour worth an estimated £50,000.
1 day agoViral XComments Off on Brother of ‘devoted’ Mayo mum murdered by husband ‘relieved’ as new law to ban killer from being kids’ guardian
THE brother of a woman murdered by her husband has welcomed plans for a new law aiming to ban parents who kill their spouses from being guardians to their kids.
James Kilroy, 51, received a life sentence for inflicting 57 injuries on his occupational therapist wife Valerie French in a horrific knife and hatchet attack at their home in Co Mayo on June 14, 2019.
Valerie was killed at her home in June 2019David said his sister was a ‘devoted’ motherCollect - supplied via journalist
Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan has brought a memo to the Cabinet seeking approval for the new “Valerie’s Law” legislation to be introduced.
David, who has written a new book about his sister’s murder and his family’s fight for justice entitled ‘For Valerie’ added: “This is a very straightforward piece of legislation and I am glad it is being supported.
“This legislation is very important for families and someone like Kilroy, who deprived Valerie’s children of a devoted mother, should not have guardianship rights.
“My sister died defending her children and I hope that other families can benefit from Valerie’s Law once it has been implemented.”
David is also to establish a trust fund for her three children after securing a court order making him the administer of her estate.
The High Court ruling was made on Monday after the mum-of-three’s killer James Kilroy, 51, opposed Mr French’s legal bid to obtain responsibility for her estate.
The court’s decision means the killer will no longer be recognised as the executor of her estate.
David told us: “If Kilroy had agreed to let me be the representative for Valerie’s estate there would have been no need to go to the High Court.
“If he had thought about the future of the children for once we wouldn’t have faced further stress.
“I now plan to establish a trust fund for Valerie’s sons with the proceeds from this estate.
RELIEVED BY DECISION
“He has opposed everything with his tactics and I am relieved this decision has been made.
“All we ever wanted was to safeguard the future of those children but Kilroy only cares about himself.”
James Kilroy received a life sentence for the murderCollect
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