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10 more Premier League records that won’t be broken after Erling Haaland hits 100 in record time

Erling Haaland's 100th goal in just 111 games is a new Premier League record but there are some achievements that simply will not be broken

FourFourTwo

Celtic striker in ‘catch-22’ as Daizen Maeda continues to seize the spotlight

Adam Idah faces a ‘catch-22’ at Celtic, says former international teammate.

The National (Scotland)

Celtic came in for me twice — I was so close to signing

Shane Long has opened up on two failed moves to Celtic during his career — and why the transfer never materialised.

The National (Scotland)

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Sports quiz of the week: Six Nations, stadiums, Simona Halep and speed

Have you been paying attention to the big (and small) stories in football, rugby, cricket, tennis, boxing and NFL?

The Guardian - UK

Ledley King admits he was ‘embarrassed’ to score the quickest goal in Prem history, a record that stood for almost 19 years

The Tottenham icon turned club ambassador reflected on his momentous 'strike' in the latest issue of FFT

FourFourTwo

Shane Long reveals that he might have played his last game of football

After 18 years in senior football, Shane Long will spend this summer mulling over his future, with retirement very much on the cards

Irish Mirror

Shane Long slams Stephen Kenny for 'embarrassing and degrading' incident during early days of Ireland reign

The striker claims he knew the "Writing was on the wall" for his Ireland career during the early days of Stephen Kenny's reign.

Irish Mirror

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Shane Long opens up on Leeds United affection and idolising Gary Kelly

Shane Long loved Leeds United's Irish connection under David O'Leary.

Leeds Live

Premier League’s fastest goals: Phillip Billing enters list in second place

Only Shane Long has scored a quicker goal in Premier League history than Billing’s effort against Arsenal on Saturday.

The Independent UK

Irish footballers and their mixed fortunes with January deadline day transfers

Matt Doherty isn't the first Ireland international to move in the dying hours of the January transfer window - one former star even managed three deadline day moves!

Irish Mirror

We simulated Manchester United vs Reading for a score prediction and got a six-goal thriller

Man United host Reading in the FA Cup on Saturday so we simulated the clash to try and predict the final score.

Manchester Evening News

Kevin Doyle compares Darwin Nunez to Shane Long after Uruguay draw against South Korea

The Liverpool striker was in action as Uruguay played out a goalless draw against South Korea in their World Cup opener

Irish Mirror

Shay Given says Ireland must get 'horrible, ugly and old school' with France

Kylian Mbappe and France showed at the World Cup on Tuesday why they will be tough opponents in Dublin next March

Irish Mirror

Bristol City verdict: No shots on target, change is coming and Ince's present gift wrapped

All the talking points as the Robins fell to a 2-0 defeat with a below par performance at Reading

Bristol Post

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Irish Mirror

Two Irishmen make 50 dirtiest Premier League players list with a shock exclusion

Records for the Four Four Two list only began in 2006-07 which means one Irish hero is off the hook

Irish Mirror

Shane Long nearing Reading return ahead of Sunderland clash

The Irish striker has been ill for a period.

Daily Mirror

Andy Carroll set to return to former club after 'failed tests' and Wolves transfer link

The English striker, who has twice played for Newcastle and made appearances for Liverpool, West Ham and, more recently, West Brom, is set to return to one of his former clubs

Chronicle Live

Paul Ince could welcome back Reading trio for Sunderland fixture

The Black Cats are pencilled in to travel to the Madejski Stadium later this week

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Leeds Live

How Leeds United's key Premier League rivals are shaping up ahead of new season

A closer look at the summer dealings of the Premier League sides Leeds United will be looking to ursurp this season

Daily Mirror

Reading announce Shane Long's return after 11 years with bizarre shopping centre unveiling

The Republic of Ireland veteran striker was released by Southampton earlier this summer and has now made a return to Berkshire, signing a one-year deal with the Championship side

Irish Mirror

Shane Long makes ‘fairytale’ return to Reading 11 years after leaving

The Tipperary native made his name at the club when he was a key part in its promotion to the Premier League

Irish Mirror

Premier League transfer news: Christian Eriksen and Frenkie de Jong to Man Utd, Ronaldo to Chelsea latest and more

A number of Irish players have been on the move in recent days

Irish Mirror

Exclusive: Shane Long holds talks with Reading, set to join Jeff Hendrick at Royals

Reading's training ground was a hive of activity on Tuesday, as one Ireland international signed and another held talks with the Royals' head of football.

Irish Mirror

Kayleah Long 'so proud' of husband Shane's achievements as he leaves Southampton

It was announced on Friday that the Republic of Ireland striker was leaving the club after eight years at St Mary's

Irish Mirror

Shane Long could be on his way back to former club as Southampton confirm his departure

Shane Long joined Reading from Cork City in 2005 and scored 54 goals in six seasons with the Royals.

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