Two sporting events to watch this week: Your handy guide to sport on television

After participating in the Women’s World Cup Finals last year, it would be an another huge achievement if the Republic of Ireland women’s team qualified for Euro 2025. Nine countries have already secured their place in the finals tournament, with play-offs over the next few weeks deciding the remaining seven spots. The first team standing in the way of the Irish women is Georgia. Should we emerge victorious after Friday’s match in Tbilisi and the return leg at Tallaght Stadium four days later, the Republic of Ireland will then face the winners of Slovakia versus Wales (also home and away). The winner of that will have a busy July, 2025 in Switzerland. – Friday, RTÉ
There is a big UFC clash in the United Arab Emirates at the weekend. At the top of the bill, undefeated featherweight champion Ilia Topuria will take on former champion Max Holloway. Considering the styles of the fighters, it’s almost guaranteed to be an entertaining bout (if you are a fan of the sport). – Saturday, TNT Sports