Sealing the deal: the football transfer process

Berbatov, Lloris, Modric, Suarez… what goes on in the transfer window. Continue reading Sealing the deal: the football transfer process

Seeing is believing

A reflection on what it’s like to see exceptional sports stars – Ibrahimovic, Mbappé and Thiago – in the flesh. Continue reading Seeing is believing

U17 Euro in Ireland: the Belgian and Dutch method

In May 2019, Ireland played Belgium in a decisive group game at the European under-17 Championship in Dublin. Two of … Continue reading U17 Euro in Ireland: the Belgian and Dutch method

How Ireland cricket made the front page before making it to Lord’s

A dramatic tie with Zimbabwe in 2007 saw Ireland go from the back pages to the front of The Irish Times Continue reading How Ireland cricket made the front page before making it to Lord’s

Flying Dutchman Ki-Jana Hoever on verge of Liverpool breakthrough

A look at the teenager’s development so far – where he feels he can fit in at Anfield and what his national coach thinks of him Continue reading Flying Dutchman Ki-Jana Hoever on verge of Liverpool breakthrough

Callum Robinson: Ireland’s latest record signing at Sheffield United

The Blades’ record arrival discusses how his move came about and what it means for Ireland Continue reading Callum Robinson: Ireland’s latest record signing at Sheffield United

Welcome!

I’m a freelance Irish journalist and sports commentator with a passion for languages. Visit here for some infrequent posts on … Continue reading Welcome!