Sport Headlines May 24th
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Manchester United confirmed last night that they had sacked Louis van Gaal, two days after the Dutchman led the Red Devils to the FA Cup.
The big question now is when Jose Mourinho will be confirmed as boss - the former Chelsea and Real Madrid manager is set to meet with the club's hierarchy today
The Republic of Ireland squad train again at the Aviva this morning, ahead of Friday's friendly with the Netherlands
After missing yesterday's session as he travelled from the States, Robbie Keane is expected to take a full part today.
In The French Open First Round
Among those in action today are top seeds Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic, while Rafa Nadal and home favourite Jo Wilfried Tsonga are also in action.
Katie Taylor could secure her Olympic place this afternoon.
The 2012 gold medallist takes on Mexico's Victoria Torres in the World Championship quarter finals, knowing a win will see her head to Rio later in the summer.
Sanita Puspure could also book her ticket to Rio today.
She goes in the final of the womens singles sculls at the Olympic Qualification Regatta in Lucerne.
It's day three of the An Post Ras.
Today's stage takes the riders 133 Kilometres from Charleville to Dingle
Dutch Rider Taco van der Hoorn leads the general classification
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