The future is bright! With Ireland’s summer fixtures against Georgia and Portugal confirmed, every week we’ll take a look at the players who stood out in the URC and Champions Cup, with a focus on the uncapped and what they can add to an aging international squad. Scotty 2 Hotty Ulster saved Ireland’s blushes at […]

1 year ago

“We’re just worrying about Jack Crowley the rugby player as opposed to what happens off the pitch.” Munster and Ireland out-half Jack Crowley looks set to be staying put after much speculation over his future following a €700,000 per year, three-year offer from Leicester Tigers. As reported by Rúaidhrí O’Connor of the Irish Independent, it […]

1 year ago

Some are not happy with the appointment After achieving four wins from five in the Six Nations under the guidance of Simon Easterby, there will be further shake-up in the Ireland coaching setup for their summer Tests against Georgia and Portugal. Not only will Easterby be heading off with Andy Farrell and the Lions, so […]

1 year ago

“Look, I’m happy enough.” It has been a seminal year for Gaelic football following the introduction of the new changes, with laws such as the 3v3 and two-point rule having a drastic but mostly positive impact on the sport. However, some have been critical of the changes, notably Meath boss Robbie Brennan, who said: “My […]

1 year ago

This would be huge for the Banner! Clare have received a massive boost as reigning Hurler of the Year Shane O’Donnell is hopeful of playing later this season. As we reported previously, O’Donnell had been ruled out for the season due to shoulder surgery after picking up an injury in last year’s All-Ireland final win […]

1 year ago

Lots of Ireland involvement Andy Farrell has finalised his coaching ticket for the Lions Tour to Australia this summer. Ireland’s head coach had already announced three appointments back in January, with David Nucifora, Aled Walters, and Vinnie Hammond all coming on board. Nucifora, the former High Performance director with the IRFU, and now in a […]

1 year ago

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The Aviva Stadium is the place to be this August! This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. American football is coming back to Ireland’s capital later this year. And while the big, big one will see the Pittsburgh Steelers come to Croke Park for the first-ever […]

1 year ago

“You know, it’s an inter-pro as well, which obviously adds another layer.”  Connacht face Munster this Saturday at MacHale Park in Castlebar (kick-off, 2.30pm). The Westerners are expecting a sold-out crowd of 26,000 at the home of Mayo GAA, as they venture away from the Sportsground in Galway. The history, and the fact that it […]

1 year ago

“All of them owe Stephen Kenny a debt as does Heimir Hallgrimsson.” For the first time since beating Scotland 3-0 at the Aviva Stadium in June 2022, there is a definite air of optimism around the Ireland men’s football team. Four win in their last six games – Finland x2 and Bulgaria x2 – have fans warming to […]

1 year ago

“He is a Test centre to his bootlaces when running free.” Given his form for Leinster heading into the Six Nations, fans would have expected more from Ireland’s Garry Ringrose during the tournament. However, the outside centre will have been disappointed with his performances. After a first-half red card against Wales cost his side dearly […]

1 year ago

“We knew what was at stake coming into this game.” Dublin were soundly beaten by Tyrone, 2-20 to 1-16, in their final National Football League Division 1 game on Sunday. The Sky Blues were aiming to make the league final, which will now be contested by Mayo and Kerry, but instead finished fifth after their […]

1 year ago

“Bryan O’Mara’s Hurley was taken from Semple Stadium last night.” Tipperary GAA have released a statement after the hurl of Bryan O’Mara went missing from Semple Stadium following their 0-22 to 1-18 win over Clare on Saturday. A 73rd-minute point from Darragh Stakelum gave the Premier county victory over the reigning All-Ireland champions, putting them […]

1 year ago

“I’m a huge fan of Andy.” With Ireland matching the amount of wins they had in last year’s Six Nations, with four from five, it is fair to say that Simon Easterby did an above average job in his first stint as an international head coach. However, there is no doubt that Ireland would have […]

1 year ago

“They were more afraid to drop out of the tournament” Ahead of England’s upcoming games, new manager Thomas Tuchel was surprisingly damning in his opinion of the team at last year’s Euros in Germany. England face Albania tomorrow and Latvia on Monday in their World Cup qualifiers in Tuchel’s first games in charge, having taken […]

1 year ago

Australia bound! The World Cup in France does not feel so far in the past, but the next edition of the tournament is just under 2.5 years away when Australia will host their first since 2003. With three recent retirement in the Ireland 23, and new faces expected in the upcoming summer tour, there is […]

1 year ago

“Sensational. But first he lied to me.” Eddie Jordan’s Formula 1 team famously handed seven-time champion Michael Schumacher his debut at the 1991 Belgian Grand Prix. It turned out to be a one-off race for the team before the talented German was poached by Benetton. A week before the race at Spa, Jordan driver Bertrand […]

1 year ago

This is unprecedented for wrestling in Dublin WWE Smackdown is coming to Dublin! On August 22, the 3Arena will host a live and televised WWE Smackdown event. It is part of the road to the WWE’s Clash in Paris PPV Netflix event, which takes place on August 31 at the Paris La Défense Arena. There […]

1 year ago

It is time for some new blood. A handful of debuts are expected to be handed out, and the wider Ireland squad will be put to use this summer. The team face games against Portugal, Georgia, and Romania on the horizon (the latter two are yet to be announced), and a chunk of the squad […]

1 year ago

He was also a wonderful coach & mentor to so many young people in his beloved Midleton Deepest sympathies to his family Tributes have poured in following the passing of Cork GAA legend Ger Fitzgerald at the age of 60. After battling an illness, his death was confirmed this morning, Tuesday, March 18. Fitzgerald was […]

1 year ago

“I know you’re talking about Roy Keane.” Roy Keane made headlines last month after arguably his most anger-filled rant ever about Man United. It came in the midst of a poor run of form for the Red Devils and soon after they had come back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 at Everton. Despite Bruno […]

1 year ago

Gatland knows how to win a Lions tour in Australia. After finishing the Six Nations on a relative low – no bonus point against Wales, a loss to France, dour win over Italy – the Lions’ credentials of Ireland players have rightfully been questioned. England’s 68-14 win over Wales has pushed many of their men to […]

1 year ago

A team well capable of beating the Wallabies! With the last batch of international before the Lions Tour of Australia commences, the waters have cleared somewhat in terms of selection, with few chances left to stake a claim. There have been some big individual winners this Six Nations, most notably, Jac Morgan, Jack Conan, and […]

1 year ago

A tough watch for most the game. Here are our player ratings after Ireland scrape past Italy by 22-17 in Rome. It was a relatively poor performance from the men in green, as they looked sluggish and off the pace. Thankfully, one man in particular had a stormer. Ireland player ratings: Andrew Porter – 6.5 […]

1 year ago

“This was a childish, criminal act.” Gardaí have launched an investigation after trespassers vandalised Trump International Golf Links & Hotel Doonbeg, in County Clare. The Donald Trump-owned golf course is one of the highest rated in the country, and is a crucial component of the area’s industry. The Irish Independent have reported that three vandals […]

1 year ago

Some positive changes for the Boys in Green Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson has named his 23-man squad for their upcoming Nations League B/C relegation/promotion play-off against Bulgaria. The games will take place on March 20 and 23, a Thursday and Sunday, with Ireland at home for the second leg. You can check out the squad […]

1 year ago

The latest episode of Jockeys and Jackpots is now live Tune in to episode three of the best new horse racing podcast from JOE – in partnership with BoyleSports. This week sees presenter Dave Orton once again welcome Kilkenny trainer John ‘Shark’ Hanlon as our racing expert, alongside our celebrity guest John Barnes. Liverpool and […]

1 year ago

This would be huge! Leicester Tigers are in the market for a new out-half and Ireland and Munster No 10 Jack Crowley is in their sights. As reported by the Irish Independent, the Premiership club have already offered Crowley a lucrative contract in the region of £600,000. With Springbok legend Handre Pollard set to move […]

1 year ago

“Some are not good enough and some probably are overpaid.” Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe has named five players who he suggested are “overpaid” and “not good enough”, in a sensational interview with the BBC. The CEO of part-owners of the club, INEOS, has come under fire for severe budget cuts at Man United, which […]

1 year ago

“Only captain Caelan Doris held his own.” In the aftermath of France’s dominant 42-27 Six Nations win over Ireland on Saturday, there were a few recurring talking points in the French media. The main topic of discussion was the devastating cruciate injury suffered by talisman Antoine Dupont, and whether or not it was a red […]

1 year ago

Irish fans were up in arms over this Alongside Conor Murray and Cian Healy, Peter O’Mahony played his last home game for Ireland this afternoon, as they were badly beaten by France at the Aviva Stadium. O’Mahony was taken off for Jack Conan in the 48th minute of the 42-27 defeat, but instead of showing […]

1 year ago

A bad day for Ireland France ran rampant in the second half with three tries in 12 minutes to beat Ireland 42-27 in the Six Nations at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Ireland will be disappointed over the margin of defeat, but even more so because they could not give Peter O’Mahony, Cian Healy, […]

1 year ago

Ireland are lucky to have two quality out-halves to choose from. Rugby is a game of fine margins, and no other position epitomises this quite like out-half. It is the most scrutinised and exposed number on the pitch. A good play is particularly impactful, while a bad play has more serious consequences. Many highs, and […]

1 year ago

This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. This is an incredible deal With summer creeping up faster than we would like, this is the perfect purchase for all of you trying to get in shape for June. Head over to Amazon and check out this great […]

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“The atmosphere for the first fight was amazing, I’m sure it won’t be different this time.” The much-anticipated trilogy fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano will take place at Madison Square Garden on Friday, July 11, over ten three-minute rounds. The iconic New York venue played host to the first bout between the two […]

1 year ago

“Why not” Jose Mourinho has said he is open to the idea of managing in the Scottish Premiership at some stage in the future. The Portuguese boss is currently in charge at Turkish club Fenerbahce, who face Barry Ferguson’s Rangers this evening in the last 16 of the Europa League. The 62-year-old – who has […]

1 year ago

You can follow the match in our live hub below. Ireland face France in a potential title-decider. Ireland face France on Saturday in the Six Nations, and here is everything you need to know, including TV details, team news, and referee details. You can follow the game in our live hub above. What date and […]

1 year ago

“As a result of AS’ conduct, he was shown a red card by the Referee.” Liverpool boss Arne Slot was shown a red card last month, after James Tarkowski’s 98th-minute strike salvaged a 2-2 draw for Everton at Goodison Park. The red from Premier League referee Michael Oliver resulted in a touchline ban and a […]

1 year ago

Handball Henry said hello to Les Bleus. Thierry Henry paid a visit to the French rugby team this week ahead of their Six Nations clash with Ireland on Saturday (kick-off: 2.15pm). The game is shaping up to be a title-decider, as Ireland aim to become the first team to win three Six Nations in a […]

1 year ago

“As for Ian Harte, I couldn’t listen to him for more than a minute before I’d get bored.” We reported last week on Ian Harte’s League of Ireland comments, and the negative reaction to them. The former Ireland international claimed that LOI clubs were asking for too much money for young players, making moves to […]

1 year ago

“I don’t like it, it’s not Gaelic football.” Meath secured a last-gasp win over neighbours Westmeath in their Division 2 clash in Mullingar on Sunday. Conor Duke scored with the final kick of the game to hand the Royals a 3-14 to 1-17 victory. However, there was controversy surrounding the score, as it was unclear […]

1 year ago

“I’m pretty lost for words at the moment, I’ve just changed my life.” Australian Ryan Peake has qualified for the Open Championship in July, after winning the New Zealand Open and banking £99,500. The 31-year-old is now in a race to secure special clearance to travel to Northern Ireland in July for one of the […]

1 year ago

“They have each played a huge role in the success of Irish Rugby over the course of their careers” Peter O’Mahony, Cian Healy, and Conor Murray will retire from Ireland duty following the conclusion of the ongoing Six Nations, which ends on March 15. O’Mahony and Healy will retire from all professional rugby at the […]

1 year ago

“The Irish league is the Irish league. It’s not the Premier League.” The latest comments from former Leeds and Ireland stalwart Ian Harte have provoked a cohort of League of Ireland fans, and with good reason. The 47-year-old Harte was speaking on a blog for betwayinsider when he gave his thoughts on the recent spat […]

1 year ago

“What I like about Sam Prendergast is, he is far from the finished article by by any stretch of the imagination.” Despite a few defensive errors throughout Ireland’s Six Nations clash with Wales on Saturday, Sam Prendergast came up with big moments which ultimately had a huge say in his side’s victory. He had a […]

1 year ago

“Jose Mourinho has persistently issued derogatory statements directed towards the Turkish people.” Galatasaray have accused Fenerbache boss Jose Mourinho of making ‘racist statements’ and have threatened to take legal action, following their 0-0 draw on Monday. Mourinho – whose former clubs include Porto, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, Man United and Spurs – and his […]

1 year ago

The Six Nations clash with France in Dublin is a big one Ireland face France on Saturday week (March 8) at the Aviva Stadium (kick-off, 2.15 pm). With Ireland failing to get the bonus point against Wales and France thrashing Italy 73-24, the game is effectively a showdown for the Six Nations title. For the […]

1 year ago

“It’s a little bit of the law of unintended consequences, in terms of the FRC.” Following Galway’s win over Donegal on Sunday, one of the FRC’s new football rules was heavily criticised on the Sunday Game. The rules state that both sides must have three outfield players in each half at all times. However, a […]

1 year ago

“They were able to throw everything at it.” A change of head coach was the main factor in Wales’ resurgence against Ireland, following Warren Gatland’s sudden departure. But there were other elements at play which may have spurred the home side on at the Principality Stadium. In the build-up to the game, there was significant […]

1 year ago

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