#Football⚽

St. Pats win FAI Cup sell-out!

Yesterdays FAI Cup final broke a 78 year old attendance, previously held when Shamrock Rovers retained the FAI Cup with a 1-0 win over Bohemians in front of a crowd of 41,238 at Dalymount Park.

St. Pats defeated Bohemians 3-1 thanks to goal from Mark Doyle, Tommy Lonergan and a Krystian Nowak OG.

Key Points:

• Its St. Pats 2nd FAI Cup win in 3 years

• Bohs haven’t won the FAI Cup since 2008

• Its only the 3rd Final that hasn’t gone to ET in 8 years!

Chelsea and Man City serve up a classic!

Chelsea and Man City served up a 4 goal a piece classic at Stamford Bridge yesterday, with former City star Cole Palmer having the final say for the Blues!

Check out the full league table after just under a third of the season played!

Key Point: All three promoted teams sit in the relegation zone. This has only ever happened once in EPL history where all three promoted sides were relegated the next season, can you name the year?

#SportsRound-Up 🏀🏐🎾⛳

#Football ⚽ - Dimarco scores goal of the season contender!

In an nutshell: Dimarco scored one of the best goals you are likely to see this year as Inter ran out 2-0 winners over Frosinone!

Do not miss it below!

#Rugby 🏉 - Siya Kolisi jokes with new Racing 92 teammates

Here's the deal: 2 time RWC winner Siya Kolisi is settling in well with his new Racing teammates, as he jokes with Camile Chat in a recent interview:

Siya Kolisi on new Racing 92 team-mate Camille Chat:

"I still haven't found Camille Chat's neck. I looked carefully but there's no separation between his head and shoulders. It's incredible.

"I think Head & Shoulders should sponsor Camille."

Wayne Barnes also spoke about Kolisi this week on OTB, and explained “He [Kolisi] was very concerned about the abuse I was getting” post Rassie Erasmus rant last year.

Watch a snippet of the interview here:

#NBA 🏀 - Mixed fortunes for 76ers and Clippers post Harden trade

Summary: Since making the Harden trade, the 76ers are 5-0 and the Clippers are 0-4!

76ers 137 - 126 Pacers

Briefly: Tyrese Maxey dropped 50 points to help the 76ers to their 5th straight win! Joel Embiid also finished with 37/13/7.

Clippers 101 - 105 Grizzlies

Briefly: The Clippers lost their 4th straight game post Harden trade as the Grizzlies picked up only their 2nd win of the season. Harden finished with 11 points.

Top 10 plays!!

Quickly: Want to see the best plays from last night? you’re in the right place!

#NFL 🏈 - Browns come back from the dead!

Summary: The Browns came back from 17-3 at the end of the first to beat the Ravens 33-31! A last minute field goal from Dustin Hopkins clinched the win, moments after he missed an extra point!

#GAA🏐 - Wins for Scotstown and The Glen in Ulster!

In Brief: Scotstown caused a shock thanks to a last minute Rory Beggan free as they defeated Kilcoo, while The Glen overcame Cargin to keep their hopes of a second All-Ireland final in a row alive.

Catch the Beggan kick below!

#Football 🏉 - League of Ireland sees growth!

In brief: The FAI Cup Final between St Patrick’s Athletic and Bohemians drew over 40,000 attendees, signaling a surge in popularity for the League of Ireland. The league's overall attendance has risen by 126% since 2016, with Bohemians leading in growth and financial sustainability through a member-owned model and increased community engagement.

Key Points:

• League Growth: The League of Ireland has experienced a remarkable 126% increase in overall attendance since 2016, showcasing a surge in popularity, especially in the two seasons post-pandemic.

• Bohemians' Success: Bohemians FC has seen significant growth, with a 36% increase in crowds during the 2023 season alone. The club's member-owned model and authenticity contribute to its financial sustainability, reflected in an operating profit of €198,058 in 2022.

• Community Engagement: Increased community engagement, particularly around social programs and youth development, is seen as a key factor in attracting more fans to League of Ireland matches. Clubs are becoming embedded in their communities, contributing to a surge in interest and attendance.

What to Look for Next:

As the League of Ireland continues to grow in popularity, there is an emphasis on improving infrastructure to accommodate the rising demand.

Increased community engagement, alongside development in training structures and academies, is expected to contribute to the league's sustained growth and attract more fans.

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