That was way too close for comfort Ireland have scraped past Wales, 27-18, at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. The home side were much improved, while Ireland were wasteful, got beaten up at the scrum, and Garry Ringrose was given a 20-minute red card. Thankfully, the Grand Slam is still on. Player ratings: Andrew Porter […]

1 year ago

Crowley was impressive off the bench once again for Ireland “I suppose I was, you’re always expecting a 10 that’s on the bench to come on to 10….. I’m sure Jack would have been more pleased if he had come on at 10.” These comments from Munster’s attack coach – and head coach of Ireland […]

1 year ago

The Ireland head coach has shuffled players around Simon Easterby has made seven changes to Ireland’s starting XV for their Six Nations clash with Wales on Saturday (kick-off, 2.15pm). As expected, Jack Conan comes in at No 8 for injured captain, Caelan Doris, while Dan Sheehan starts, with Rónan Kelleher also injured. Surprisingly, Sheehan has […]

1 year ago

“I was feeding my daughter at about 11am and my phone rang.” One of the biggest Irish sporting upsets of all time came on Monday, when Limerick native Michael Flynn took down darts legend Michael van Gerwen 6-4 at the Players Championship 3 in Rosmalen in the Netherlands. Van Gerwen is considered by most to […]

1 year ago

This is a great move for the Dubliner The Daily Mail have reported that Leinster out-half Ross Byrne will join English Premiership side Gloucester for next season. Byrne has been a stalwart for his province since making his debut in 2015. He started in the Champions Cup final loss to La Rochelle in 2023, with […]

1 year ago

Some major potential law changes are in play This weekend, the GAA Congress will meet to vote on 40 motions that have been put forward by various groups. The recent law changes to how the game is played have been an overwhelming success in the NFL and NHL leagues thus far, and may act as […]

1 year ago

You can follow the match live in our live hub below. Ireland head to Wales as they continue their quest for a third-straight Six Nations title. Ireland face Wales this weekend in the Six Nations, and here is everything you need to know, including TV details, team news, and referee details. You can follow the […]

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Ireland take on England this weekend. Ireland ‘A’ face England ‘A’ on Sunday at Ashton Gate (kick-off, 1 pm), the home of Bristol Bears, with the match being streamed live on RugbyPass TV. Munster’s attack coach Mike Prendergast is head coach, with Jimmy Duffy, Mark Sexton, Seán O’Brien, and Colm Tucker all part of his […]

1 year ago

Absolutely crazy stuff Donegal were comfortable winners against Armagh this evening in their NFL Division 1 clash at MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey. In the end it was 0-21 to 1-10 to Jim McGuinness’s reigning Ulster champions. The result also puts them top of the table, ahead of second-place Galway, as they remain the only unbeaten […]

1 year ago

Some serious young talent involved Ireland ‘A’ will take on England ‘A’ next Sunday at Bristol’s Ashton Gate (kick-off, 1pm). Head coach Mike Prendergast has named a 29-man squad, with just six capped players – Oli Jager, Harry Byrne, Tom O’Toole, Max Deegan, Fineen Wycherley, and Shane Daly. Deegan captains the side. Interestingly, out-half Harry […]

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“I ended up almost starving myself for the whole year” Back in December, the 39-year-old Mickey Burke committed to a remarkable 22nd consecutive season with the Meath hurlers. The Longwood man’s journey with the Royals began back in 2004, and he was also a dual player for nine seasons. Last year he made his 200th […]

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“We saw how they celebrated the goal, they have all the right to.” Last night’s Merseyside derby – the last one at Goodison Park – did not disappoint, with a 98th minute from James Tarkowski earning the Toffees a 2-2 draw. The result leaves the Reds seven points ahead of Arsenal in second, while Everton […]

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“We want to make sure that we continue to put pressure on the Executive and on the British Government.” GAA president Jarlath Burns has called on the British government to help get the redevelopment of the derelict Casement Park over the line. Burns met with First Minister Michelle O’Neill to discuss the rebuilding of the […]

1 year ago

The final of the world’s best football tournament could be heading across the Atlantic ocean. The chances of a Champions League final in the USA have taken a huge leap forward. UEFA and the European Club Association – known as UC3 – have decided to cut ties with their long-term marketing partner, Team Marketing. The […]

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It is still all to play for. Ireland are the only team in the hunt for the Grand Slam in this year’s Six Nations following their wins over England and Scotland. Of course, the Slam is what they are after, but a third Championship in a row would still be a historic achievement. Ahead of […]

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Lets hope the youngster can reach his former heights once more. Former Leinster star Chris Cosgrave has made the move to Japanese side Urayasu D-Rocks. The 23-year-old fullback/winger, was released by Leinster last summer, before going on trial with Racing 92 and Bath, and togging out for Terenure in Division 1A of the AIL this […]

1 year ago

“I am conscious and well aware that if things don’t improve, then there is likely to be a change from the union.” Warren Gatland has left his post as Wales head coach this afternoon. The New Zealander led his side to an unprecedented 14 straight defeats, and they have slipped to 12th in the world […]

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There is still plenty of time for players to stake a claim. After just two weeks of Six Nations action, the uncertain haze around Lions selection has begun to recede. The first game of the tour is now just over four months away when the team take on Argentina at the Aviva Stadium on June […]

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Sam Prendergast was man of the match today. It was a 32-18 victory away from home, although Scotland were desperately unlucky after losing both Finn Russell and Darcy Graham following a first-half head clash. Tries from Calvin Nash, Caelan Doris, James Lowe, and Jack Conan secured Ireland the bonus point as they continue on their […]

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“And just living that professional lifestyle was something like ‘ye this is for me now’.” Former Down keeper Charlie Smyth missed out on a place in the New Orleans Saints’ active roster for the current NFL season but has signed a new deal which means he will have another off-season on the practice squad, keeping […]

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“You can see him in training, he’s been at that level.” Football Insider’s Pete O’Rourke has reported that former Premier League striker Lys Mousset has agreed a deal to join Bohemians. The 28-year-old has represented France U21s, and he played for Bournemouth from 2016-2019, before signing for Sheffield United for a then club-record fee of […]

1 year ago

“I haven’t talked to any player who would not be a fan. All good so far.” In his 18th season with Galway, 35-year-old Paul Conroy is one of the most experienced inter-county players and has played through multiple eras. Few are better placed to provide an informed view on the GAA’s new football rules. Two […]

1 year ago

“There is only one John Cooney.” Galway boxer John Cooney remains in a “very, very critical condition” after his Celtic super-featherweight bout on Saturday, according to his manager, Mark Dunlop, The 28-year-old was taken to Belfast’s Royal Victoria Hospital following his loss to Welshman Nathan Howells at the Ulster Hall, and underwent surgery for a brain […]

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“If you know people there, it’ll make it that bit easier.” Both Evan Ferguson and his new side West Ham have not had the finest of seasons so far. The 20-year-old Meath man has made just two Premier League starts this season for Brighton, scoring once, while the Hammers are languishing in 15th place in […]

1 year ago

Here is our combined XV. The 2025 Six Nations Championship kicks off tomorrow with France hosting Wales at the Stade France (8.15 pm), before Scotland welcome Italy at Murrayfield (2.15 pm) and England travel to meet Ireland at the Aviva Stadium (4.45 pm) on Saturday. The cream of Europe’s crop will be on show – […]

1 year ago

“Festy is not good news either.” Reports from Turkey have said that Istanbul Basaksehir and Udinese have reached an agreement over the transfer of Ireland’s Festy Ebsosele from the Serie A side, with the clubs awaiting the player’s decision. Sports Digitale’s Yağız Sabuncuoğlu wrote on X: “Başakşehir and Udinese reached an agreement for the transfer […]

1 year ago

“We sincerely apologies for any inconvenience.” Celtic travel to Aston Villa on Wednesday evening for their Champions League clash (kick-off, 8pm). The Hoops lie eighth in the table, while Villa sit in ninth place, with their spot for the knock-out play-offs already secured. Ahead of the game, a letter from Aston Villa has been distributed […]

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“Now our focus turns to performance and the opening game against England.” Ireland Under-20s head coach Neil Doak has named his side to take on England Under-20s at Virgin Media Park this Thursday (kick-off, 7.45 pm), in their opening game of the Six Nations Championship. Connacht’s Éanna McCarthy starts at number eight and captains the […]

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“But we’re still very conscious that developing front-row forwards is a huge priority for us.” IRFU performance director David Humphreys spoke to media yesterday at Ireland’s training camp in Portugal, ahead of their opening Six Nations game against England on Saturday. Naturally, much of the talk centred around the ever-increasing gap between Leinster and the […]

1 year ago

An unprecedented three-in-a-row is on the cards. Ireland begin their Six Nations defence this Saturday against England at the Aviva Stadium (kick-off, 16:45). The team will be named on Thursday, with a nearly-full squad available to stand-in head coach Simon Easterby, as Tadhg Furlong and Craig Casey are both unavailable. Much of the team picks […]

1 year ago

“It was John Patrick’s first start and he showed character.” Two Irishmen made their Ligue 1 debuts on Saturday. John Joe Patrick Finn lined out for Stade Reims, while Andrew Omobamidele togged out for Strasbourg. Finn – who has played for Ireland U19s – made the €1million move from Getafe, and his first game for […]

1 year ago

“Yeah I was blowing hard myself at the end of it.” Roscommon boss Davy Burke oversaw his side’s thrilling NFL Division 2 win over Down at Dr Hyde Park on Sunday. The Rossies won by a score of 3-20 to 1-21 to kick off their league campaign, and Burke was full of praise for the […]

1 year ago

“I invite you and your whole team and family to Dagestan.” Derry’s Paul Hughes suffered the second MMA defeat of his career in Dubai on Saturday. Usman Nurmagomedov’s Bellator Lightweight World Championship belt was on the line in what was the top-billed fight in the PFL Champions Series 1 event. Hughes was a big underdog […]

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“Of course, the door is always open if there’s any change of hearts or change of minds.” Dublin kicked-off their NFL campaign with a thrilling 1-17 to 1-15 over Mayo at Croke Park. An impressive 0-7 from play from Seán Bugler and 1-2 from Kevin Lahiff helped guide the Sky Blues to victory, while 0-4 […]

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Farrell will reunite with a familiar face British & Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell has appointed former Ireland high-performance director David Nucifora to his backroom team for the summer tour to Australia. Nucifora was in his role with Ireland from 2014 until 2024 – working with current Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt until 2019 […]

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“The only one I remember was after a game.” Denis Irwin made his long-awaited debut on Sky Sports’ The Overlap, with the former Manchester United and Ireland fullback appearing on their Stick to Football podcast. Sky’s Roy Keane has made his fondness for his fellow Cork man, and former teammate, well-known throughout the years. The […]

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“And I was like ‘Oh yeah my God, he said sorry’.” Since making his Ireland debut in 2011, Conor Murray, alongside Johnny Sexton, formed one of the most effective half-back partnership rugby has ever seen. And it culminated in three Six Nations titles and Ireland’s first wins over the All Blacks. While ex-Leinster out-half Sexton […]

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“I think we’ve five from Munster, which is a number we’d like to get up.” The Ireland squad for the upcoming Six Nations Championship – including development players – breaks down as follows; 24 Leinster, 7 Connacht, 5 Munster, 4 Ulster. It is no surprise in 2025 that Leinster are the overwhelming majority, with eight […]

1 year ago

“It was a single-car accident with no other vehicles involved.” Republic of Ireland and Wrexham striker James McClean was involved in a single-vehicle car crash this morning, January 22, on his was to club training. Wrexham have said that he did not suffer significant injuries. According to the Daily Mail, the 35-year-old went off the […]

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“Dupont was slagging me earlier.” Caelan Doris met up with his fellow Six Nations captains – Maro Itoje, Antoine Dupont, Jac Morgan, Rory Darge, and Michele Lamaro – at the tournament launch in Rome. The Colosseum was the setting for the photo shoot, and Ireland’s leader reiterated what most fans were saying online about the […]

1 year ago

“I wasn’t really into other sports growing up but I loved Gaelic.” The latest comments from Jack Grealish may help sooth any animosity towards the Manchester City winger from Irish football fans. After representing Ireland up until U21 level, the 29-year-old opted to play for England, with the decision fully justified after winning 39 caps […]

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“Why you would make a comment like that?” On Sunday, Brighton inflicted a seventh loss in 15 games for Ruben Amorim as manager of Man United, with the Seagulls prevailing 3-1 at Old Trafford in their Premier League clash. Following the defeat, Amorim made headlines with a remarkable comment on the quality of his team. […]

1 year ago

It has set an Irish transfer record. Republic of Ireland forward Tom Cannon is set for a £10m (€12m) transfer to Championship promotion-chasing Sheffield United. The Ireland striker was recalled by Leicester City last week from his loan move at Stoke City. But rather than keep the 22-year-old to aid in their Premier League survival […]

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“I would hate to see the reaction if we lost a game.” Leinster rugby turned off the comments under a post on X and Instagram following their Champions Cup win over Bath at the Aviva Stadium on Sunday. Marcus Ó Buachalla, Head of Communications & Media with Leinster Rugby and GAA, explained on X: “For […]

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“He’ll be terrible at the speaking thing, you should just leave him run.” A second Dublin All-Ireland winner is due to join the ranks at Shelbourne, with striker Seán Boys revealing that Brian Fenton will be helping out the League of Ireland champions. Fenton is considered one of the greatest players of his generation, with […]

1 year ago

“The news came as a shock.” Former assistant coach of the Ireland women’s football team, Colin Healy, has blasted the FAI in a statement released today, January 16. Healy – who togged out for Ireland, Celtic, and Cork City during his playing career – was let go from his position along with manager Eileen Gleeson […]

1 year ago

“Rod Stewart slags everybody off, who does he think he is?” Never one to back down from a fight, Roy Keane had some strong words to say about English pop and rock legend Rod Stewart, on the latest episode of Stick to Football from the Overlap stable of podcasts. Stewart is well known for a […]

1 year ago

“His powerful and dynamic profile fits perfectly into our sporting project.” Since emerging on the scene as an Irish-qualified teenager, there has been constant talk around the Spanish-born John Joe Patrick Finn Benoa. It was not only his eye-catching name that made him stand out, but his skills on the football field as well, which […]

1 year ago

“We’ll try to make history.” Eddie Hearn has given fresh hope to a Croke Park bout for Katie Taylor. The success of Taylor vs Serrano II proved that there is still a huge appetite for that match-up. Taylor defeated Serrano for a second time in November, at the AT&T Stadium in Texas, in front of […]

1 year ago

“There is a good sense of continuity in selection.” Ireland head coach Simon Easterby has named his squad for the upcoming 2025 Six Nations Championship. The Men in Green are aiming for an unprecedented third title in a row, and begin their campaign against England on February 1 at the Aviva Stadium. Easterby, in charge […]

1 year ago