Kildare’s Ruby Boland is home from Albania, where she played a major role in helping Ireland top their group in Round 1 of qualifiers for the 2027 UEFA Women’s U17 Championship.

A big Kildare following made their way home this week from the European Championships in Birmingham.

Donegal athlete becomes Ireland's first individual European Championships gold medallist after victory in Birmingham

Rhasidat Adeleke and Mark English will be attempting to win medals

Adeleke won the race in 22.08, and she was delighted with her performance.

Mageean previously won silver in the 1,500m at the European championships two years ago