Olympic Games 2024 – List of Irish Athletes – Timetable & Schedule

List of Irish athletes that have qualified to represent Ireland at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris France , timetable/schedule, and a list of medal chances

Wednesday
🥇 Rugby 7s men v SA – 4pm – RTE2
🥇Rugby 7s men v Japan – 7:45 – RTE2

Thursday
🥇 Rugby 7s men v NZ – 3:15pm – RTE2
🥇 Rugby 7s Knockout – 7pm – RTE2

Friday
🥇 Opening Ceremony – 6pm – RTE2

Saturday
🥇 Equestrian – Dressage – 8:30 – RTE2
🥇 Rowing qualification 9am – RTE2
🥇 Hockey v Belgium – 9:30am – RTE2
🥇 Swimming heats – 10am – RTE2
Camogie – Cork v Dublin – 1:15pm – RTE1
🥇 Women’s Cycling – 2pm – RTE2
🥇 Rugby 7s knockout – 2pm – RTE2
🥇 Boxing – 2:30pm – RTE2
Camogie – Galway v Dublin – 3pm – RTE1
🥇 Men’s Cycling – 3:30pm – RTE2
🥇 Swimming – 7:42pm – RTE2
🥇 Boxing – 7:48pm – RTE2
🥇 Rugby 7s knockout – 8pm – RTE2

Sunday
🥇 Badminton – 7:30am – RTE2
🥇 Rowing – 8am – RTE2
🥇 Equestrian Xcountry – 9:30am RTE2
🥇 Boxing – 10am – RTE2
🥇 Swimming – 10am – RTE2
🥇 Rugby 7s Women’s v GB – 2:30pm
Galway v Armagh – 3:30pm – RTE2
🥇 Rugby 7s Women’s v SA – 6pm
🥇 Boxing – 7:15pm – RTE2
🥇 Swimming finals – RTE2

No doubt I missed a couple of events

Ireland’s Medal Prospects Across Sports at the Paris 2024 Olympics

As the Paris Olympics beckon, Ireland’s eyes are fixed on a promising medal haul across several disciplines. With a history that boasts triumphs in boxing, rowing, and even painting and literature, the nation anticipates a surge in medal prospects at the Games.

Ireland at the 2024 Olympic

Swimming:

Daniel Wiffen emerges as a standout name, showcasing immense promise after a stellar display at the recent World championships. His prowess in long-distance events positions him as a formidable contender for multiple medals.

Mona McSharry has also got a huge chance of a medal.

Athletics:

Rhasidat Adeleke, with her impressive track record, and Ciara Mageean, both eager to surpass their prior accomplishments, are poised to make their mark on the Olympic stage. Maybe while watching them have a go at playing casino-utan-spelpaus.net to keep entertained

Boxing:

Kellie Harrington, following in the footsteps of Irish boxing legends, seeks to secure her place among the greats by defending her title and etching her name in history.

Gymnastics:

Rhys McClenaghan, after seizing a coveted Olympic qualification, gears up to showcase his prowess on the world stage once more.

Rowing:

The dominance of Ireland’s rowing team, including stalwarts like Paul O’Donovan and Fintan McCarthy, signifies another strong prospect for medals, building on their previous successes.

Rugby Sevens:

Both the men and women’s teams promise excitement, with efforts to strengthen the squads through talent from the 15s game, aiming to elevate Ireland’s chances on the rugby stage.

Golf:

Led by renowned golfers like Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Leona Maguire, and Stephanie Meadow, Ireland anticipates a strong showing on the greens at the prestigious Le Golf National.

Equestrian:

With an eventing and showjumping teams qualified there should be lots of opportunities for medals.

List of Irish athletes/teams who qualified for the 2024 Olympics in various events:

Ireland at the 2024 Olympic

Team Ireland – Paris Olympics 2024

Athletics

Rhasidat Adeleke – 400m
Sharlene Mawdsley – 400m
Sophie Becker – 400m
Mark English – 800m
Sarah Healy – 1500m
Ciara Mageean – 1500m
Sophie O’Sullivan – 1500m
Andrew Coscoran – 1500m
Cathal Doyle – 1500m
Luke McCann – 1500m
Jodie McCann – 5000m
Brian Fay – 5000m
Fionnuala McCormack – marathon
Sarah Lavin – 100m hurdles
Nicola Tuthill – Hammer
Kate O’Connor – heptathlon
Eric Favors – shot put
Mixed 4 x 400m relay: Rhasidat Adeleke, Sharlene Mawdsley, Sophie Becker, Phil Healy, Lauren Cadden, Kelly McGrory, Rachel McCann, Chris O’Donnell (Sligo), Thomas Barr, Jack Raftery
Women’s 4 x 400m relay: Rhasidat Adeleke, Sharlene Mawdsley, Sophie Becker, Phil Healy, Lauren Cadden, Kelly McGrory, Rachel McCann

Badminton

Rachel Darragh – singles
Nhat Nguyen – singles

Boxing

Daina Moorehouse – 50kg
Jenny Lehane – 54kg
Michaela Walsh – 57kg
Kellie Harrington – 60kg
Gráinne Walsh – 66kg
Aoife O’Rourke – 75kg
Jude Gallagher – 57kg
Dean Clancy – 63.5kg
Aidan Walsh – 71kg
Jack Marley – 92kg

Canoeing – Slalom

Madison Corcoran (K1)
Michaela Corcoran (C1)
Liam Jegou (C1)
Noel Hendrick (K1)

Cycling

Women’s Track Team: Mia Griffin, Alice Sharpe, Kelly Murphy, Lara Gillespie
Women’s Road Race: Megan Armitage
Men’s Road Race: Ben Healy, Ryan Mullen
Men’s Time Trial: Ryan Mullen

Diving

Ciara McGing: 10m platform
Jake Passmore – 3m springboard

Equestrian

Show Jumping: Daniel Coyle (Legacy), Cian O’Connor (Maurice), Shane Sweetman (James Kann Cruz)
Three Day Event: Susie Berry (Wellfields Lincoln), Sarah Ennis (Action Lady M), Austin O’Connor (Colorado Blue)
Abi Lyle – Individual Dressage

Golf

Rory McIlroy
Shane Lowry
Leona Maguire
Stephanie Meadow

Gymnastics

Rhys McClenaghan – Pommel Horse

Hockey

Men’s Hockey Squad: David Harte (GK), Lee Cole, Shane O’Donoghue, Kyle Marshall, Peter McKibbin, Tim Cross, Daragh Walsh, Nick Page, Sean Murray (captain), Michael Robson, Peter Brown, Johnny McKee, Jeremy Duncan, Matthew Nelson, Ben Walker, Ben Johnson, Jonny Lynch (R), Alistair Empey (R), Jaime Carr (R GK)

Rowing

Paul O’Donovan & Fintan McCarthy – men’s lightweight double sculls
Aoife Casey & Margaret Cremen – women’s lightweight double sculls
Philip Doyle & Daire Lynch – men’s double sculls
Alison Bergin & Zoe Hyde – women’s double sculls
Aifric Keogh & Fiona Murtagh – women’s pair
Ross Corrigan and Nathan Timoney – men’s pair
Emily Hegarty, Natalie Long, Eimear Lambe, Imogen Magner – women’s four

Rugby Sevens

Women’s Squad

Kathy Baker, Megan Burns, Amee-Leigh Murphy Crowe, Alanna Fitzpatrick, Stacey Flood, Eve Higgins, Erin King, Vicky Elmes Kinlan, Emily Lane, Ashleigh Orchard, Béibhinn Parsons, Lucy Rock (captain)
Travelling Reserves: Claire Boles, Amy Larn

Men’s Squad

Niall Comerford, Jordan Conroy, Hugo Keenan, Jack Kelly, Terry Kennedy, Hugo Lennox, Harry McNulty (captain), Gavin Mullin, Chay Mullins, Mark Roche, Andrew Smith, Zac Ward
Travelling Reserves: Sean Cribbin, Bryan Mollen (UCD RFC)

Sailing

Eve McMahon – dinghy
Finn Lynch – dinghy
Robert Dickson & Sean Waddilove – skiff

Swimming

Daniel Wiffen – 400m, 800m, 1500m
Ellen Walsh – 100m butterfly/200m individual medley/400m IM
Mona McSharry – 100m breaststroke, 200m breaststroke
Danielle Hill – 50m free, 100m backstroke
Tom Fannon – 50m freestyle
Relays 400m female freestyle/400m medley: Victoria Catterson, Grace Davison, Danielle Hill, Mona McSharry, Erin Riordan, Ellen Walsh
400m male medley: Conor Ferguson, Darragh Greene, Max McCusker, Shane Ryan

Taekwondo

Jack Woolley – 58kg

Lottie Woad leads KPMG Women’s Irish Open by seven shots

Lottie Woad 2 — Lottie Woad leads the KPMG Women's Irish Open at Carton House. Credit: Breandán Ó hUallacháin.

English amateur Lottie Woad will take a seven-shot lead into the final round of the KPMG Women’s Irish Open at Carton House on Sunday.

A second round of 67 puts Woad on 17 under par, with Anna Foster best of the home players on seven under.

“I want to win it, I’m going to keep playing my game and see where it puts me,” the tournament leader stated after her third round.

Super Saturday for Lottie Woad 🌟#KPMGWIO pic.twitter.com/Gf0oZM0Rz6

— Ladies European Tour (@LETgolf) July 5, 2025

Sweden’s Madelene Sagstroem, who shot a round of 70 this afternoon, sits on her own in second place, seven shots behind the leader.

Australia’s Kirsten Rudgeley is next best on 9 under par, following her 71 on Saturday.

Five players are then bunched on 8 under par: Amelia Garvey (72), Anne-Charlotte Mora (70), Blanca Fernandez (70), Charley Hall (72), and Chiara Tamburlini (73).

Leaderboard

Foster leading Irish player

Ireland’s Anna Foster had nine birdies during her third round, as her six under par round of 67, places her in tied ninth position on the leaderboard.

Birdie finish for a 67 (-6) 🙌

Ireland’s Anna Foster equals the round of the day 👏#KPMGWIO pic.twitter.com/Ol7qmgRlZc

— Ladies European Tour (@LETgolf) July 5, 2025

Leona Maguire shot a 70 on Saturday, Emma Fleming carded a 73, while Canice Screene signed for a 76.

Tipperary Name Unchanged Team for SHC Semi-Final as Kilkenny Bring Back Eoin Cody

🏑 Tipperary Name Unchanged Side as Kilkenny Bring Back Cody for All-Ireland Showdown

Tipperary and Kilkenny have announced their starting XVs ahead of Sunday’s All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship semi-final at Croke Park.

Tipperary boss Liam Cahill has kept faith with the same side that defeated Galway in the quarter-finals, showing no changes as they prepare for a massive clash with the Cats.

Kilkenny, meanwhile, have made two switches from the Leinster final win over Galway. Eoin Cody returns from injury to take his place in the forward line, while Shane Murphy also comes in. Tommy Walsh and Stephen Donnelly make way.

Throw-in is set for 4pm at Croke Park on Sunday, 7th July.

📋 Tipperary Team v Kilkenny (SHC Semi-Final)

1. Rhys Shelly
2. Ronan Doyle
3. Eoghan Connolly
4. Michael Breen
5. Craig Morgan
6. Ronan Maher (Captain)
7. Bryan O’Mara
8. Willie Connors
9. Paudie McGarry
10. Jake Morris
11. Alan Ormond
12. Sean O’Farrell
13. Diarmuid McCarthy
14. Jason McGrath
15. Jack Forde

Joey O’Brien Appointed New Shelbourne Boss After Duff Exit

⚽ An ‘Unexpected’ Appointment – Joey O’Brien Named New Shelbourne Manager

After Damien Duff shocked the League of Ireland last month with his departure from Shelbourne, the club have officially announced his replacement.

Duff’s long-time assistant and former Premier League player, Joey O’Brien, has been appointed as the new head coach on a long-term deal.

O’Brien, who earned five caps for the Republic of Ireland and lined out in the English top flight with both Bolton and West Ham, joined Shelbourne’s coaching team in 2021. He served as assistant manager under Duff as Shels secured their first League of Ireland title in 18 years in 2024.

Now, the 38-year-old takes charge of a Shelbourne side currently sitting fifth in the League of Ireland, trailing leaders Shamrock Rovers by 16 points. Their next assignment is a league fixture away to bottom side Cork City this Friday night, before a crucial Champions League qualifying double-header against Linfield:

🏠 Home Leg: Wednesday 9th July
🚌 Away Leg: Wednesday 16th July

“This is an incredible honour. Of course, being honest, it was unexpected – not something I was thinking about,” said O’Brien. “The opportunity came up and I was asked to take it. I didn’t take long to say yes. I’m obviously delighted to be given the chance and grateful for the trust shown in me by the owners and the board. It’s a privilege to be given this chance to continue the work that’s been done over the last few years.”

Shelbourne fans will be hoping that the continuity of leadership helps them stay competitive on both domestic and European fronts as the season progresses.

List of live GAA matches on Sky Sports, TG4, GAA+ & RTE

We have the list of live GAA matches that will be broadcast live on Online, GAAGO, Clubber, Sky Sports & RTE, here are the fixtures Hurling and Gaelic Football league and championships.

CLICK FOR LIVE GAA SCORES

🏆 GAA Summer This Weekend’s Live Sport 📺

🎯 Weekend Sports TV Guide (July 5–7)

🏉 Rugby

Ireland U20 v Italy – Friday, 7:30pm, RugbyPass
New Zealand v France – Saturday, 8:00am, Sky Sports
Waratahs v Lions – Saturday, 11:00am, Sky Sports
Georgia v Ireland – Saturday, 6:00pm, Virgin Media One
Argentina v England – Saturday, 8:40pm, Sky Sports

⚽️ Football

St Pat’s v Bohemians – Friday, 7:30pm, Virgin Media Two

🏐 GAA

Saturday

Waterford v Clare (Camogie) – 2:30pm, RTÉ2
Cork v Dublin (Hurling) – 5:00pm, RTÉ2
Kerry v Kildare (Ladies Football) – 7:30pm, TG4

Sunday

Kilkenny v Tipperary (Hurling) – 4:00pm, RTÉ2

🎾 Tennis

Wimbledon – Coverage on BBC One/Two

🚴 Tour de France

Live coverage on TG4 & TNT Sports

#WeekendSport #Rugby #GAA #Wimbledon #TourDeFrance #LeagueOfIreland #IrishSport

🏐 GAA Weekend Fixtures – 5 & 6 July

📅 Saturday, 5 July

All-Ireland SHC Semi-Final: Cork v Dublin – 5:00pm, Croke Park – RTÉ/BBC

Ladies All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Finals

Kerry v Kildare – 7:30pm, Austin Stack Park – TG4
Galway v Waterford – 3:15pm, Tuam Stadium – TG4
Dublin v Cork – 1:15pm, Parnell Park – TG4

Ladies All-Ireland SFC Relegation Semi-Finals

Mayo v Leitrim – 2:00pm, Kilcoyne Park
Donegal v Armagh – 2:00pm, Stewartstown Harps

Camogie All-Ireland Senior Championship Quarter-Final

Clare v Waterford – 2:30pm, Croke Park – RTÉ

📅 Sunday, 6 July

All-Ireland SHC Semi-Final: Kilkenny v Tipperary – 4:00pm, Croke Park – RTÉ/BBC

Ladies All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final

Meath v Tipperary – 5:15pm, Páirc Tailteann

Camogie All-Ireland Senior Championship Quarter-Final

Kilkenny v Tipperary – 1:30pm, Croke Park – RTÉ

Ladies All-Ireland IFC Relegation Final

Offaly v Wicklow – 2:00pm, Carlow GAA Centre of Excellence, Fenagh

All-Ireland Minor Football Final

Tyrone v Kerry – 1:30pm, Cedral St Conleth’s Park – TG4

#GAA #Camogie #LadiesFootball #AllIreland #SHC #SFC #Fixtures

List of Live Sport on TV this week – RTE, Virgin, TG4 and BBC

We have Sport on TV this week – GAA Rugby, Racing live on Irish TV

This Weekend’s Live Sport 📺

🎯 Weekend Sports TV Guide (July 5–7)

🏉 Rugby

Ireland U20 v Italy – Friday, 7:30pm, RugbyPass
New Zealand v France – Saturday, 8:00am, Sky Sports
Waratahs v Lions – Saturday, 11:00am, Sky Sports
Georgia v Ireland – Saturday, 6:00pm, Virgin Media One
Argentina v England – Saturday, 8:40pm, Sky Sports

⚽️ Football

St Pat’s v Bohemians – Friday, 7:30pm, Virgin Media Two

🏐 GAA

Saturday

Waterford v Clare (Camogie) – 2:30pm, RTÉ2
Cork v Dublin (Hurling) – 5:00pm, RTÉ2
Kerry v Kildare (Ladies Football) – 7:30pm, TG4

Sunday

Kilkenny v Tipperary (Hurling) – 4:00pm, RTÉ2

🎾 Tennis

Wimbledon – Coverage on BBC One/Two

🚴 Tour de France

Live coverage on TG4 & TNT Sports

#WeekendSport #Rugby #GAA #Wimbledon #TourDeFrance #LeagueOfIreland #IrishSport

Beirne to Captain Lions Against Waratahs – Irish Contingent Strong for Sydney Showdown

🦁 Beirne to Captain Lions Against Waratahs – Irish Contingent Strong for Sydney Showdown

Tadhg Beirne will lead the British & Irish Lions into their next Tour match this Saturday as Andy Farrell’s men take on the New South Wales Waratahs at the Allianz Stadium in Sydney (KO 11:00 BST).

The Munster and Ireland talisman steps into the captaincy role as Maro Itoje is rested, with Beirne joined in the second row by James Ryan, forming an all-Irish engine room.

The selection represents a major chance for several Irish players to push their claims for inclusion in the Test squad to face Australia — with many eyes on Mack Hansen, Hugo Keenan, Finlay Bealham, and Josh van der Flier.

🇮🇪 Big Test for Mack, Fitness Watch for Hugo, Bealham in Test Frame

Mack Hansen gets the nod on the wing and will be eager to show the cutting edge that made him a fan favourite during the 2023 Six Nations. It’s a big opportunity to see if he can transfer his form to the Lions stage.

Hugo Keenan starts at full-back in what will be his Lions debut. The Leinster man is returning from injury and this will be a key outing to assess his match fitness before a potential test role against the Wallabies.

Finlay Bealham continues to press hard. With Tadhg Furlong still finding top gear, another strong performance from Bealham could edge him into the 23 for the First Test. Dan Sheehan and Furlong are also among a powerful Irish bench.

In total, 10 Irish players feature in the matchday squad.

📋 Lions XV to Face New South Wales Waratahs

British & Irish Lions v NSW Waratahs
Saturday 6th July 2025 – Allianz Stadium, Sydney
Kick-off: 11:00am BST | Live on Sky Sports

Starting XV:

15. Hugo Keenan (Leinster Rugby/ Ireland) 🦁 Debut
14. Mack Hansen (Connacht Rugby/ Ireland) #867
13. Huw Jones (Glasgow Warriors/ Scotland) #878
12. Sione Tuipulotu (Glasgow Warriors/ Scotland) #863
11. Blair Kinghorn (Toulouse/ Scotland) 🦁 Debut
10. Fin Smith (Northampton Saints/ England) #862
9. Alex Mitchell (Northampton Saints/ England) #860
1. Pierre Schoeman (Edinburgh Rugby/ Scotland) #868
2. Luke Cowan-Dickie (Sale Sharks/ England) #851
3. Finlay Bealham (Connacht Rugby/ Ireland) #856
4. Tadhg Beirne (Munster Rugby/ Ireland) #838 (c)
5. James Ryan (Leinster Rugby/ Ireland) #880
6. Henry Pollock (Northampton Saints/ England) #865
7. Josh van der Flier (Leinster Rugby/ Ireland) #874
8. Ben Earl (Saracens/ England) #857

Replacements:

16. Dan Sheehan (Leinster Rugby/ Ireland) #873
17. Ellis Genge (Bristol Bears/ England) #859
18. Tadhg Furlong (Leinster Rugby/ Ireland) #818
19. Joe McCarthy (Leinster Rugby/ Ireland) #871
20. Scott Cummings (Glasgow Warriors/ Scotland) #869
21. Jac Morgan (Ospreys/ Wales) #861
22. Ben White (Toulon/ Scotland)
23. Marcus Smith (Harlequins/ England) #855

🩺 Squad Update: Daly Out, Farrell In

Elliot Daly has been ruled out of the rest of the Tour after fracturing his forearm against the Queensland Reds. Owen Farrell has been called up as his replacement and will join the squad in Sydney on Friday evening.

Farrell, Lion #780, returns for his fourth Tour after making 18 Lions appearances between 2013 and 2021. The 33-year-old is England’s record points scorer.

Andy Farrell: “It is heartbreaking for the group that Elliot’s Tour is over. He is a Lions legend and has added so much to the group both on and off the field.”

Tour Manager Ieuan Evans: “Elliot is a wonderful Lion and a world-class player who will be sorely missed. We all wish him a speedy recovery.”

REPORTS: Diogo Jota Tragically Killed in Car Accident in Spain

🚨 REPORTS: Diogo Jota Tragically Killed in Car Accident in Spain

Liverpool star Diogo Jota has reportedly died following a car crash in northern Spain at the age of 28 — just two weeks after marrying his childhood sweetheart.

The Portuguese international is believed to have been travelling with his younger brother André Jota, aged 26, who is also feared dead. Both were reportedly in the same vehicle at the time of the accident.

💔 Recent Marriage, Family Tribute

Jota had recently married Rute Cardoso, the mother of his three children. In an interview released just yesterday, he described himself as “the luckiest man in the world,” reflecting on his young family and new chapter in life.

📍 Crash Details

The crash is said to have occurred on the A-52 motorway in the province of Zamora, a busy route for travellers between northern Portugal and Spain.

Emergency services in the region of Castilla y León released the following statement:

“The 1-1-2 Castilla y León operations room received several calls reporting a vehicle accident at Km. 65 of the A-52, in the municipality of Cernadilla, Zamora. A car was reported to have been involved in an accident and the vehicle was on fire.”

Local authorities, including the Zamora Traffic Police, the Zamora Fire Brigade, and the Sacyl Emergency Coordination Centre, responded to the scene.

⏳ Official Confirmation

As of now, no official statement has been issued by Liverpool FC or the Portuguese Football Federation. But it has appeared on Sky News and BBC

More to follow as this story develops.

Galway United Sign Former Spurs Midfielder Axel Piesold

✍️ Galway United Sign Former Spurs Midfielder Axel Piesold

Galway United are delighted to announce the signing of 20-year-old English midfielder Axel Piesold ahead of the second half of the 2025 SSE Airtricity League Premier Division campaign.

The former Tottenham Hotspur academy talent arrives at Eamonn Deacy Park following the expiration of his contract at Premier League side Luton Town. He most recently impressed during a loan spell with Cliftonville in the NIFL Premiership, helping the Belfast outfit qualify for the UEFA Conference League preliminary rounds.

🇬🇧 From London to Galway

Born in London, Piesold came through the Spurs academy ranks and featured prominently at U18 level before a brief stint with non-league side Dunstable Town. He joined Luton Town in January 2023, where he gained valuable first-team exposure, including several appearances in Premier League matchday squads during the 2023/24 season — against the likes of Manchester City, Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Tottenham Hotspur.

“Looking back, that was a great experience. I feel really lucky to have done that, really, and it’s something I’ll remember for a long time,” Piesold told Galway United media.

🇮🇪 Time in Ireland: Cliftonville Success

Axel spent the 2024/25 season on loan at Cliftonville in the NIFL Premiership, where he made 24 league appearances and became a firm fan favourite at Solitude.

He scored a vital goal in the European play-off final victory over Coleraine, helping the Reds secure their place in this summer’s UEFA Conference League qualifiers. In March, he also lifted his first senior silverware as Cliftonville won the BetMcLean Cup after defeating Glentoran at Windsor Park.

“Coming to Cliftonville on loan was really good for me because it gave me men’s games and introduced me to what men’s football was really like,” said Piesold.

🗣️ First Words as a Tribesman

Speaking to Galway United media, Axel shared his delight at securing the move:

“I’m glad to get it over the line and really excited to get started. After speaking with the manager and seeing how the club has progressed over the last 18 months, it just felt right. I really wanted to be part of it.”

“I’m a technical midfielder. I like to get on the ball, play forward passes, and carry the ball up the pitch. I enjoy showing my range of passing. Out of possession, I like to press and be aggressive.”

— Axel Piesold, Galway United

⚙️ What to Expect

Piesold is a creative, hard-working central midfielder with a high football IQ. His background with Tottenham’s youth system and time around top-flight players at Luton have shaped his playing style, combining technical quality with off-the-ball aggression and a strong engine.

Galway United fans can look forward to a midfielder who will drive forward with purpose, link play, and bring added energy and composure to the middle of the park.

Soupy Signs Again: Armagh GAA Star Stefan Campbell Returns to Lurgan Celtic

⚽️ Soupy Signs Again: Armagh Star Stefan Campbell Returns to Lurgan Celtic

Just days after Armagh’s exit from the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship, 2024 Sam Maguire winner Stefan Campbell has wasted no time making a switch back to soccer — rejoining his hometown club Lurgan Celtic for the 2025/26 season.

The Clan na Gael forward, known affectionately as “Soupy”, missed Armagh’s quarter-final loss to Kerry due to a hand injury, but now turns his attention to the Mid-Ulster Football League where he’ll don the famous green and white once more.

🔁 Back Where It All Began

Campbell has a long-standing connection with Lurgan Celtic, having come through their youth system and featured in three previous spells with the senior side. His return is being hailed as a massive coup by the club.

“We are absolutely delighted to announce the return of none other than Stefan ‘Soupy’ Campbell to Lurgan Celtic!” the club posted on social media.

“A household name in GAA circles and a proven attacking force on the soccer pitch, Soupy returns to the Hoops for the 2025/26 season — having last pulled on the green and white in 2018.”

They added: “His return is nothing short of monumental.”

🗣️ Manager’s Praise

First-team boss Niall Lavery, a former teammate of Campbell’s, didn’t hold back in his praise:

“What a player. I played alongside ‘Soup’ for long enough to see what he can do. A leader in any changing room. He’ll add pace, power, goals and all-round quality to the team.

It’s a brilliant addition that drives the professionalism up considerably. Can’t wait to see Stefan back and scoring goals.”

🟠 Soupy Still Committed to GAA

Despite his return to soccer, Campbell will continue to line out for his GAA club, Clan na Gael, over the coming months. He remains a key dual-sport figure in the Armagh sporting community.

His switch follows a similar move from another 2024 All-Ireland winner, Cathal McShane of Tyrone, who recently signed for Strabane Athletic in the NIFL Premier Intermediate League.

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All-Ireland Hurling Semi-Final Preview: Kilkenny v Tipperary

⚔️ All-Ireland SHC Semi-Final Preview: Kilkenny v Tipperary

A classic rivalry returns to Croke Park this weekend as Leinster champions Kilkenny face off against a rejuvenated Tipperary side in the second All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship semi-final. With 68 titles between them and a legacy of epic battles, Saturday’s showdown is set to deliver another chapter of high drama.

Kilkenny, last crowned champions in 2015, are chasing a return to the final after losing to Limerick last year. Tipperary, All-Ireland winners in 2019, have built momentum through the qualifiers and look like a team peaking at the right time.

🏆 Path to the Semi-Final

🟡 Kilkenny – P6 W5 L1 (Leinster Champions)

Kilkenny 3-24 Galway 0-21
Kilkenny 2-30 Antrim 2-12
Kilkenny 4-25 Offaly 2-16
Kilkenny 5-19 Dublin 3-21
Wexford 2-19 Kilkenny 1-15
Kilkenny 3-22 Galway 1-20 (Leinster Final)

🔵 Tipperary – P6 W4 D1 L1

Tipperary 2-23 Limerick 2-23
Cork 4-27 Tipperary 0-24
Tipperary 4-18 Clare 2-21
Tipperary 1-30 Waterford 1-21
Tipperary 3-32 Laois 0-18 (Prelim QF)
Tipperary 1-28 Galway 2-17 (Quarter-Final)

🎯 Top Scorers – Championship 2025

🟡 Kilkenny

TJ Reid – 5-26 (0-22 frees, 0-2 ‘65s’)
Martin Keoghan – 6-8
Eoin Cody – 2-18 (1-11 frees)
Billy Ryan – 2-13
Adrian Mullen – 3-6

🔵 Tipperary

Jason Forde – 2-38 (0-21 frees, 0-4 s/l, 0-1 ‘65’)
Darragh McCarthy – 0-31 (0-25 frees, 0-1 ‘65’)
John McGrath – 4-12
Andrew Ormond – 2-13
Jake Morris – 0-18

📚 Championship Head-to-Head – Last Five Meetings

2019: Tipperary 3-25 Kilkenny 0-20 (All-Ireland Final)
2016: Tipperary 2-29 Kilkenny 2-20 (All-Ireland Final)
2014: Kilkenny 2-17 Tipperary 2-14 (Final Replay)
2014: Kilkenny 3-22 Tipperary 1-28 (Final – Draw)
2013: Kilkenny 0-20 Tipperary 1-14 (Qualifiers)

Recent edge: Tipperary have won 2 of the last 3 championship meetings, including the 2019 final.

📈 Semi-Final Pedigree – Last Five Appearances

🟡 Kilkenny

2024: Lost to Clare
2023: Beat Clare
2022: Beat Clare
2021: Lost to Cork (AET)
2020: Lost to Waterford

🔵 Tipperary

2019: Beat Wexford
2017: Lost to Galway
2016: Beat Galway
2015: Lost to Galway
2014: Beat Cork

Note: Kilkenny are in their 7th successive semi-final. Tipp are back at this stage for the first time since 2019.

📊 Other Notables

Tipperary beat Kilkenny by 2-25 to 1-19 in the 2025 Allianz League
Kilkenny finished with 12 players, Tipp with 14
Kilkenny manager Derek Lyng faced Tipp 4 times as a player, winning 3

🔮 Verdict

Kilkenny come in as the more consistent outfit with a Leinster title under their belt, while Tipperary look dangerous and free-scoring since the Munster championship ended. This will come down to discipline and midfield control — and if Tipperary continue their upward trend, they could take a huge scalp.

Prediction: Tipperary to win by 2–4 points in a high-scoring thriller.

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