• John Giles will remember his footballing contemporary Eusebio who took on Ireland for the only time in 1972 as well as Manchester City's firepower as they target four trophies.
• We're talking to former Ireland midfielder Keith Fahey who has returned to the League of Ireland with St Pat's Athletic.
• Is the Hurling penalty change a victory for safety and common sense, or a great skill curtailed? We talk to Christy O'Connor.
• We're talking Scott Fowler of the Charlotte Observer to find out why Carolina Panthers head coach "Riverboat Ron" Rivera has suddenly gone from one of the most conservative coaches in the NFL to one of the most aggressive.
• Our European football correspondent will discuss Lionel Messi's goal-scoring return and matters on the continent.
• Donn McClean will deliver his tips for this weekend's horse racing action. 

Main image: St. Patrick's Athletic new signing Keith Fahey ©INPHO/Donall Farmer