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This month

April 2025

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Munster will need to dig deep to tame Bulls in Limerick

19 Apr

2.3k

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Red army lands in Bordeaux dreaming of more Munster magic

12 Apr

3.9k

Tips and preview

Preview: McIlroy has never been better-prepared for the Masters - but still it may not be enough

Scottie Scheffler is the man to beat at Augusta National – though Shane Lowry comes into the week curiously underrated.

Gavin Cooney

9 Apr

1.1k

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Ireland target Greek double - and proof they can prosper without Katie McCabe

Kyra Carusa also out of return tie at Tallaght Stadium after 4-0 win in Crete.

Emma Duffy

8 Apr

829

Underdogs

Ulster face daunting task against Carbery and co. in Bordeaux

6 Apr

2.3k

Preview

Leinster can put on a show for Croke Park as Harlequins seek unlikely upset

5 Apr

1.4k

O'Garaico

Munster's showdown with La Rochelle has been a long time coming

5 Apr

3.4k

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Win demanded as Ward's Ireland aim to bounce back in Greece

Ireland seek reaction to Slovenia shocker – and look to salvage Nations League promotion bid.

Emma Duffy

4 Apr

495

March

March 2025

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Leinster's poor record in South Africa faces another stiff test against Sharks

3 hrs ago

2.6k

spicy

Mayo set for rip-roaring contest between Connacht and Munster

4 hrs ago

1.3k

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Ireland should have enough to beat Bulgaria again and maintain the good vibes

Ireland can win home-and-away to an inferior side for the second time under Hallgrimsson – but for only the third time in eight years.

Gavin Cooney

23 Mar

1.3k

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Leinster's visit to Bulls the headliner on a busy day in the URC

22 Mar

1.7k

Tournament Preview

Seven in a row for unstoppable England? Everything you need to know about the Women's Six Nations

22 Mar

660

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Expect a slog as Ireland bid to avoid relegation in low-key Bulgarian play-off

Ireland face Bulgaria in the first leg of their relegation play-off tonight.

Gavin Cooney

reports from Plovdiv, Bulgaria

20 Mar

1.0k

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Ireland need to ensure they don't leave Italy with any regrets

15 Mar

2.5k

Club By Club

New managers, young talent, top teams: Previewing the 2025 Women's Premier Division

The new season gets underway this afternoon.

Emma Duffy

8 Mar

607

Jouez

Farewells, 50ths, fired-up French, and a fight for the Six Nations title

This afternoon’s clash between Ireland and France in Dublin could be another epic.

8 Mar

1.8k

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Several in-form Irish athletes head to European indoors with realistic medal aspirations

6 Mar

2.5k

This year

2025

match preview

The Carla Ward Era begins as Ireland aim to bounce back and evolve

Ireland face Türkiye in Nations League opener at Tallaght Stadium.

Emma Duffy

21 Feb

585

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Shamrock Rovers on cusp of famous European feat after ending up on wrong side of LOI history

The Hoops hold a 1-0 lead over Molde ahead of tonight’s UEFA Conference League knockout phase play-off second leg.

David Sneyd

20 Feb

1.0k

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'The fact we've never won has never cost us a thought' - DCU chasing Fitzgibbon glory

14 Feb

1.7k

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Shamrock Rovers resume European run hoping to find feet quickly in Norway

Stephen Bradley’s side face Molde FK in the first leg of their Uefa Conference League play-off this evening.

David Sneyd

13 Feb

925

break the cycle

Ireland and Scotland know the Six Nations can bring great surprises

Gregor Townsend rates Sam Prendergast as a big talent.

Murray Kinsella

Reports from Edinburgh

9 Feb

2.3k

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England a blockbuster opener as Ireland chase Six Nations history

Simon Easterby’s squad need to hit the ground running against Steve Borthwick’s side in Dublin.

Ciarán Kennedy

1 Feb

1.6k

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Donoghue back for Galway, Clare begin title defences - The key hurling league questions

24 Jan

1.4k

Championship

Ireland and France joint-favourites as Six Nations rolls around

Wales are at an all-time low but everyone else has high hopes.

Murray Kinsella

20 Jan

4.5k

Finish the Job

Leinster aim to seal top seeding by beating well-balanced Bath

18 Jan

1.9k

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Munster will need more than momentum to take down Saints

18 Jan

1.3k

Allez les Bleus

La Rochelle is a beautiful venue for Leinster's brutal battle

Ronan O’Gara’s side have faced questions about their physical fitness.

Murray Kinsella

Reports from La Rochelle

12 Jan

3.1k

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Saracens sense opportunity against depleted Munster at Thomond Park

Crowley and Murray return for Munster but the province are still without a number of key men.

11 Jan

3.9k

Last year

2024

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Leinster shuffle deck as Connacht bring big guns back for Aviva interpro

21 Dec 2024

5.6k

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3,000 Shamrock Rovers fans descend on London for a Christmas cracker with Chelsea

Stephen Bradley has a walk down memory lane as he returns to Chelsea looking to create another magical chapter in legacy.

David Sneyd

reports from Stamford Bridge

19 Dec 2024

3.0k

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Barrett the star attraction but Clermont bring interesting team to Leinster clash

14 Dec 2024

3.9k

opener

Leinster get latest tilt at glory going against Lam's thrilling Bristol

8 Dec 2024

4.0k

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Ireland competition can spur Crowley to be driving force for Munster

7 Dec 2024

1.2k

Obsession

Barrett boosts Leinster as they go again for Champions Cup glory

3 Dec 2024

5.0k

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Joe Schmidt back in town but all eyes will be on Sam Prendergast on historic day

30 Nov 2024

1.3k

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Ireland's fresh faces add intrigue but improved team effort is priority against Fiji

23 Nov 2024

1.6k

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Pumas chase history but small improvements can get Ireland back on track

15 Nov 2024

1.3k

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FAI Cup final offers glory or heartache at end of seismic week for Irish football

10 Nov 2024

780