Michael Owen 'does not buy' Arsenal title claim after Man City loss
"Well, it can only have a little positive impact but obviously Arsenal don't have to play Man City every week," Owen said. Arsenal in sudden injury crisis as FIFTH star withdraws from international duty READ MORE :Simple truths about Arsenal worries as Mikel Arteta looks to put Carabao Cup loss behind him READ MORE :"They're so efficient. View 2 Images Arsenal suffered Carabao Cup heartbreak (Image: Stuart MacFarlane, Arsenal FC via Getty Images)FOLLOW OUR ARSENAL FB PAGE! It's not the Man City team that got 100 points or the Liverpool team that got 99 points. You couldn't begrudge them that but to go and win a whole host of trophies, I don't think they're quite there yet."
Source:Daily Mirror
March 23, 2026 18:56 UTC
Rodri believes Man City’s Wembley success sent Arsenal a Premier League warning
Rodri believes Man City’s Wembley success sent Arsenal a Premier League warningBy Andy Hampson, Press AssociationRodri believes Manchester City’s Carabao Cup final victory over Arsenal could have a significant bearing on the title race. City, who trail the Gunners by nine points in the Premier League, landed a blow on their rivals by beating them to the season’s first major silverware with a 2-0 victory at Wembley on Sunday. “A lot, a lot,” said the City midfielder when asked if the result could impact the title race. “That’s why I told you it’s a game not only for this title but to show that we can beat them. Rodri said: “I felt like they dropped a bit physically, we detected it and we wanted to go for them.
Source:Irish Independent
March 23, 2026 18:52 UTC
Iran war LIVE as Donald Trump issues update on Supreme Leader who 'may be dead'
Donald Trump has issued an update about Iran's new Supreme Leader - who the president suggested may be dead. Trump told reporters the US had been negotiating with Iran, but had not been talking to Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the previous Supreme Leader who was killed in the initial strikes. "We have not heard from the son," he told reporters. Speaking today, Trump said he was halting attacks on Iran while negotiations continue. However, Iran has denied that talks are even taking place.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 23, 2026 18:48 UTC
Once again, league has become the football season’s focal point
Kerry manager Jack O'Connor commiserates with Donegal manager Jim McGuinness after last year's All-Ireland Senior Football Championship final at Croke Park. They will meet again in Sunday's National Football League Division One final. There had, for a while, been a keen interest in the unvarnished outcomes of qualifying for the league final and avoiding relegation. On Sunday, for the first time in his three reins spanning 12 years, O’Connor’s Kerry reached the league final the season after winning an All-Ireland. Next weekend will be only the third time in 40 years that the previous year’s All-Ireland finalists have returned to Croke Park to contest a league final.
Source:The Irish Times
March 23, 2026 18:35 UTC
Food and drink festivals: 33 of the best across Ireland this year
A Taste of Galway – Blas na BealtaineGalway city and county; various dates in May; Free and ticketed events, atasteofgalway.comA month-long schedule celebrating the food and drink of Galway. Photograph: Sam Boal/CollinsIt may be rooted in gardening, but this Dublin festival has grown into much more. Cork on a Fork FestVarious locations, Cork city; August 12th-16th; Free and ticketed events, corkonaforkfest.ieLast year's Cork on a Fork. Dingle Food FestivalDingle, Co Kerry; October 2nd-4th; Free and ticketed events, dinglefood.comAoibhínn Mulvey (three) at Feast Cork in Midleton. Samhain Festival of Food & Culture and Sheridans Irish Food FairKells, Co Meath; November 5th-8th; Free and ticketed events, foodcultureireland.ie/samhainSamhain FestivalThis Meath celebration is quickly earning a place among Ireland’s must-visit food events.
Source:The Irish Times
March 23, 2026 18:30 UTC
Footballer shot dead at just 20 as dad issues heartbreaking statement
Footballer shot dead at just 20 as dad issues heartbreaking statementYoung footballer Hugo Mosshagen was taken to hospital and later pronounced dead after police were called to an incident on SaturdayView Image A goalkeeper in Sweden has been shot dead (Image: Western Mail)A goalkeeper in Sweden has been shot dead at the age of 20 as his father pays tribute in a heartbreaking statement. Aspiring footballer Hugo Mosshagen played for Swedish fourth-tier side BK Forward and dreamt of a successful football career. Police were called to the incident in a residential area west of the city just before midnight on Saturday. The young player was then taken to hospital and later pronounced dead. One second you’re really angry and the next you’re sad because you’ve lost one of your children in a completely unnecessary way.
Source:Daily Mirror
March 23, 2026 18:27 UTC
Ireland v Czech Republic: All the details on the Boys in Green's biggest game in years
Ireland v Czech Republic: All the details on the Boys in Green's biggest game in yearsJames CoxIreland travel to Prague to face the Czech Republic on Thursday with all eyes on this summer's World Cup. The winners of the game will face either Denmark or North Macedonia with a place in the World Cup at stake. Ireland will have a huge advantage if they make the playoff final as the game will take place at the Aviva Stadium on Tuesday, March 31st. While it is a demoralising prospect, if the Boys in Green lose they will face the other losing semi-finalist in a friendly game. The Czech Republic have won 15 of their last 18 home ties.
Source:Irish Independent
March 23, 2026 18:20 UTC
Cristian Romero: I promise to put 200 per cent into Tottenham’s seven ‘finals’
Cristian Romero: I promise to put 200 per cent into Tottenham’s seven ‘finals’By George Sessions, Press AssociationCristian Romero promised to put 200 per cent into Tottenham’s seven remaining “finals” in order to avoid a seismic Premier League exit. “It’s a difficult day for everyone, but the first thing is to speak about the fans. “It’s not easy but the most important thing is to get to national team and back here for the last seven finals. “I promise (to) put 200 per cent in every one and for me it is not easy, but we have to stay all together. Honestly me (I’m) the first to take responsibility, but the fans thank you,” captain Romero added.
Source:Irish Independent
March 23, 2026 18:19 UTC
Target cracks down on staff in fresh bid to win back shoppers: 'Of all the problems, you focus on this?'
Target has imposed a strict new dress code on employees as the struggling retailer tries to win back customers. Staff were told to smile at customers within 10 feet - and to greet anyone within four - in a push to create a friendlier in-store experience. Target's front-of-house must now abide by a rigid dress code: they will now be required to wear red shirts with blue jeans or khakis. Employees who opt to wear a company-provided red vest will still be allowed to wear any sleeved shirt underneath. Fiddelke said Target would win back business with 'wicked fast' same-day deliveryLast month, Target announced plans to eliminate corporate roles as it increases staffing in stores.
Source:Daily Mail
March 23, 2026 18:19 UTC
John O’Shea gets ‘cup final’ feeling as Republic of Ireland prepare for play-off
John O’Shea gets ‘cup final’ feeling as Republic of Ireland prepare for play-offPress Association Sport staffJohn O’Shea insists the Republic of Ireland are tapping into the “cup final” feeling gripping the squad ahead of Thursday’s World Cup play-off semi-final against the Czech Republic. The stakes are high, but assistant manager O’Shea insists a full-strength squad were in high spirits when they gathered in Dublin on Monday morning. Training today almost reminded me of that cup final scenario,” former Manchester United defender O’Shea said. Striker Troy Parrott completed his hat-trick in almost the final act of the game to secure the play-off against the Czech Republic. “We have to reinforce that (Hungary win) again straight away, and the boss did it at a meeting this morning with the boys,” O’Shea said.
Source:Irish Independent
March 23, 2026 18:15 UTC
Jeremy Clarkson stumped twice on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire as 'ask the host' lifelines spectacularly backfire - but can YOU do better and solve them?
Jeremy Clarkson was left stumped twice on Sunday's episode of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Host Jeremy Clarkson asked: 'Which king of England was known as the Merry Monarch?' Jeremy Clarkson was left stumped twice on Sunday's episode of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? 'You can indeed, and here is what I think,' Jeremy told her. 'How did Jeremy Clarkson not know it was George Clarkes Amazing Spaces.'
Source:Daily Mail
March 23, 2026 18:10 UTC
Brian Hurley never lost belief that Cork would return to football's top flight
Brian Hurley never had any doubt Cork would return to Division 1 in his career. I suppose if my body played ball with me, I would have liked to have been there a bit earlier. Him getting a taste of Division 1 next year is going to be massive for the likes of him. You'd probably playing a challenge game anyway, so to be playing Meath in Croke Park will be a good test for the championship. Hopefully, that crowd will come to Croke Park next week, bring out the kids and show them the big house.”
Source:Irish Examiner
March 23, 2026 18:00 UTC
Fr Flanagan moves closer to sainthood following papal announcement
Iconic local priest, Father Edward Flanagan has moved closer to sainthood following an announcement by Pope Leo XIV this morning declaring the Ballymoe man Venerable. Father Flanagan was born in Leabeg, County Roscommon, in the Diocese of Elphin, on 13 July 1886 and, following his primary education in Drimatemple National School, went to the College of the Immaculate Conception, Summerhill College, Sligo, to complete his secondary education. A one hour documentary movie on the life of Father Flanagan, 'Heart of a Servant', has been completed, and is scheduled for broadcast by RTÉ in the coming months. “This would normally follow the recognition of a Miracle, attributed to the intercession of Father Flanagan, I encourage people to pray through the intercession of Father Flanagan for healing for family members and friends who are sick, and to make contact with me, or with the Father Flanagan League of Devotion, if you believe that an unexplained healing has taken place. Father Flanagan Prayer Cards and Medals are available from the Memorial Centre in Ballymoe.”
Source:The Herald
March 23, 2026 17:54 UTC
Global chaos is about to hit food prices hard — and Ireland isn’t ready
'Even where fertiliser doesn’t have to pass through Hormuz, it needs natural gas in the manufacturing process, so regardless of how long it takes to open the strait, the already baked-in gas price impact will persist in fertiliser price for some time'. Photo: John KellyA few years ago, I did a diploma in Strategy and Innovation at the Irish Management Institute. One lesson that sticks out was the acronym VUCA: volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity. The idea is that all businesses must learn to prepare for the most unanticipated external events that can completely derail any business plan.
Source:Irish Independent
March 23, 2026 17:51 UTC
Derham thinking of Irish excursions with smart novices
“The Supreme was very much the plan and on the morning of confirmations he trapped his epiglottis which made for a really rubbish morning,” Derham explained. “He’s fine again now and back riding and has had the procedure that he needed. He won’t be ready for Aintree but he might go Punchestown if he goes anywhere this season. “We were extremely pleased with her run and thought it was a career best over hurdles. “I’m looking at Fairyhouse and seeing it as a very attractive option if she is well in a few weeks.
Source:The Herald
March 23, 2026 17:43 UTC