David Kelly

Sep 1, 2024 | sundayworld.com | David Kelly

It was the eve of the Euro 2016 second round tie against England. He had not been asked about the prospect of facing Wayne Rooney, but rather how his nation were feeling ahead of an imminent sporting battle set in the context of the ‘Cod War’. Beside him, a curling grin on the face of the country’s joint-manager, and part-time dentist, Heimir Hallgrimsson, would help him briefly navigate the literally choppy waters of one of the world’s quirkiest international conflicts.

Aug 29, 2024 | sundayworld.com | David Kelly

Rovers’ well-publicised spat with RTÉ has taken a dramatic twist this morning after Montrose bosses announced planned live coverage of their Tallaght league tie against Sligo Rovers on September 13. However, although they have not issued any public comment yet, privately sources remain adamant that they will not allow the game to be broadcast.

Apr 9, 2024 | sundayworld.com | David Kelly

“There’s a lot to build on for Sweden based on the second-half,” she said. “You can see we want to be aggressive, and want to go toe-to-toe with the best in the world and we could put them under pressure.”England led 2-0 at the break thanks to Lauren James and a penalty from Alex Greenwood, who missed another before Ireland’s formation change produced a defiant response and late chances for Cailtin Hayes and Katie McCabe. “It was a frustrating first-half,” said a frustrated captain McCabe.

Apr 9, 2024 | msn.com | David Kelly

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Apr 8, 2024 | msn.com | David Kelly

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