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National League Overview

Gaelic Football

Division 1 Final

Donegal were crowned Division 1 champions after a dominant display against Kerry, with their clinical finishing and attacking threat proving too much for the Kingdom. Goals from Conor O’Donnell, Michael Murphy and Caolan McGonagle capped an impressive performance.

Donegal 3-20 | 2-10 Kerry

Division 2 Final

Meath secured the Division 2 title following a hard-fought win over Cork in an entertaining and closely contested clash. Meath were the team to beat in Division 2 this year, gaining promotion, while adding the League title to a successful campaign.

Meath 1-22 | 2-17 Cork

Division 3 Final

Down collected the Division 3 crown with a closely fought win over Wexford after extra time. A late Ryan McEvoy point sent the game to extra time where Down controlled the flow of the game to see out their win.

Down 0-21 | 0-18 Wexford

Division 4 Final

Carlow captured the Division 4 title after a strong showing against Longford, requiring extra time to decide the contest. Chris Blake contributed with 3 points in extra time alone to secure the win for his side.

Carlow 1-24 | 2-18 Longford

International Soccer

World Cup Qualifiers

Ireland’s World Cup qualification hopes were dashed in heartbreaking fashion as they fell to Czechia on penalties after a dramatic 2-2 draw in Prague. A strong start saw the Boys in Green take control through Troy Parrott’s penalty and a Matej Kovar own goal, but late goals from the hosts forced extra time and ultimately a shootout. Despite early composure from the spot and a save from Caoimhín Kelleher, missed penalties from Finn Azaz and Alan Browne proved costly, with Jan Kliment converting the decisive kick to send Czechia through and leave Ireland facing an unwanted friendly instead of a play-off final.

Ireland 2-2 Czechia (4-3 Penalties)