Liverpool will look to maintain their winning run in Group E of the Europa League this evening.
SOCCER
Liverpool will look to maintain their winning run in Group E of the Europa League this evening.
They go for their fourth victory in a row when they face Toulouse in France from 5.45.
At the same time in Group B, Brighton play Ajax in Amsterdam.
In Group A, it's West Ham against Olympiakos from 8.
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Aston Villa have the chance to move a step closer to qualification for the knockout phase in the Conference League later.
Unai Emery's side are second in Group E ahead of their meeting with A-Z Alkmaar from 8pm.
In Group G, Paok play host to Aberdeen.
Shamrock Rovers have received an early boost in their bid for five League of Ireland Premier Division titles in a row next season.
Star striker Rory Gaffney has committed his future to the club ahead of the new campaign.
The Galway native had been linked with a move to Derry City but is now set to remain with the Hoops.
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The League of Ireland has confirmed that SSE Airtricity will remain as title sponsor of the leagues for another three seasons.
The deal covers the three leagues - the men's Premier Division and First Division, as well as the women's Premier Division.
It brings the partnership between SSE Airtricity and the League of Ireland up until December of 2026.
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RUGBY
Leinster have confirmed the appointment of Garry Ringrose and James Ryan as joint captains.
The pair replace Johnny Sexton, who retired following the World Cup.
Both Ringrose and Ryan returned to Leinster training earlier this week following their exploits with Ireland in France.
RACING
The Willie Mullins trained 'Allaho' is the favourite for the Clonmel Oil Chase, which goes to post at the Tipperary track at 2.50.
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