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Sports happening this summer
Get ready for a scintillating summer of sport.
The weather’s starting to heat up, and the same can be said for the Irish sporting calendar. Whether it’s GAA, soccer, American football, equestrian or ice hockey you’re into, we’ve surely got something to scratch your sports itch. Check out our pick of the sports happening this summer below.
GAA – Provincial Championships, Tailteann Cup & All-Ireland Senior Championship
The GAA season is already in full swing with provincial fixtures taking place up and down the country. There’s no sign of things cooling down this summer with the Tailteann Cup and the All Ireland competitions on the horizon.
Northern Ireland WNT v Poland
Women’s international football is back at Belfast’s Seaview Stadium on 30 May 2025. A Northern Irish victory against table-toppers Poland would take Tanya Oxtby’s side level on points at the summit of Group 1 before heading into the final matchday.
Republic Of Ireland WNT v Slovenia
The girls in green welcome high-flying Slovenia to Cork’s Páirc Uí Chaoimh in a UEFA Women’s Nations League contest on 3 June 2025. Depending on the result of matchday 5, the clash in Cork could decide who comes out on top of the Group 2 standings. Ireland’s defence will need to be at its best to keep the prolific Zara Kramzar under wraps. The Como striker has netted 4 goals in her 4 outings this campaign.
Republic Of Ireland v Senegal
Heimir Hallgrímsson’s men will look to pick up where they left off in the last international break when Senegal come to town. The 2021 Africa Cup of Nations winners are currently on an impressive 12-game unbeaten run, keeping 10 clean sheets along the way. Will the boys in green be able to tame the lions of Teranga? The sides meet at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin on Friday 6 June.
Hospice Hockey
Looking to get out of the heat? What better place than the ice? The Odyssey Trust will host ‘Hospice Hockey’ at The SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 7 June 2025. Inspired by the likes of Soccer Aid, the special fundraising ice hockey game will feature current and former ice hockey players, local legends, and celebrities. The event aims to raise as much money as possible for Northern Ireland Hospice in support of the charity’s invaluable services.
Adam Keefe Testimonial
A special one-of-a-kind game will take place at The SSE Arena, Belfast on Sunday 8 June 2025 to celebrate Adam Keefe’s remarkable contributions, both on and off the ice, as a player, captain, and head coach, marking over a decade of dedication to the Giants.
Celtic v Cork City
The Bhoys make a much-anticipated return to Ireland with a pre-season game against Cork City on 8 July. The Hoops and The Rebel Army will clash in Cork as part of the newly announced, inaugural Cork Super Cup. The contest will be only the third-ever soccer match hosted at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
RDS Dublin Horse Show
The Dublin Horse Show gallops back into the RDS from 6 – 10 August 2025. Throughout the duration, the iconic RDS showgrounds will be taken over by the best horses from across the globe. Over 160 national & international equestrian competitions take place across the 5 days including the prestigious Nations Cup of Ireland for the Aga Khan Trophy.
Aer Lingus College Football Classic
One of the annual highlights of the Irish sports schedule, the Aer Lingus College Football Classic makes a triumphant return to Dublin’s Aviva Stadium on 23 August. Old rivals, Kansas State and Iowa State, will come face to face on Irish soil, marking the tenth college football game ever played in Dublin.
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An Evening with Ryan Giggs & Paul Scholes
Not exactly summer and not exactly live sport but two Manchester United legends stop off for a conversation at the Gleneagle Arena on Friday 5 September 2025.
Find TicketsLooking for more sports beyond the summer months? Check out our Sports Guide HERE. Want to find out what else is going on this summer? Take a look at our Summer Guide HERE.
