The Newsround | Budget 2027 Sports Boost, James McClean and Derry City, Armagh Retirements and Ireland U21 Win | OFF THE BALL
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Will O'Callaghan, Arthur O'Dea, and Eve Conway bring you all the main stories from today. The panel breaks down the government's Budget 2027 sports funding, including €1m boosts for League of Ireland academies, hurling, and inter-county players and examines UEFA's investigation into an alleged spitting incident during Ireland's Nations League tie in Serbia. Plus, they react to Aidan Forker stepping down following Armagh's All-Ireland triumph, James McClean's dispute with Derry City, Ireland U21S beating England 3–1, and Wayne Rooney's trophy room flex in his new documentary. The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section.
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