He has had some rise. Peter Claffey was once only known to some hardcore Ireland rugby fans, but he is now a household name after his starring role in the latest Game of Thrones spin-off. The big man from Connacht represented the Ireland in the 2016 U20s Six Nations, playing alongside the likes of Andrew […]

2 months ago

A welcome sight! Ireland have shot up the world rankings after their 42-21 win over England on the weekend. With England in fourth place before the game, the victory gave Ireland a sizeable 2.09 points, which saw them leapfrog England and France, and move from fifth to third. Despite France’s win over Italy, the Azzurri’s […]

2 months ago

Lets keep it going. Ireland take on Wales in two weeks, in a Friday night clash at the Aviva Stadium (kick-off, 8.10pm). Here is the team we would like to see take the field. Front row Jeremy Loughman has been relatively impressive in this campaign thus far, keeping Ireland’s scrum from being totally demolished in […]

2 months ago

This is a real test for the memory Arsenal are set to face off against Spurs at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium on Sunday, in what will be just the latest chapter in one of European football’s most exciting derbies. In past years the Gunners and the Lilywihites have been amongst the most closely matched of […]

2 months ago

What a man! Jamison Gibson-Park produced one of the all-time individual Ireland performances this afternoon, as his side destroyed England by 21 points at Twickenham. While Irish fans and players were celebrating one of their best wins in years, the English were left licking their wounds in embarrassment after being blown out at home. It […]

2 months ago

A masterclass! Here are our player ratings as Ireland score a huge 42-21 Six Nations win over England at Twickenham. Ireland v England player ratings Jeremy Loughman – 6 Doesn’t do as much as others in the loose, but that is not why he is in the team, and he once again showed up fairly […]

2 months ago

LETS GO!! The last week in sport had a bit of everything, with Six Nations drama, Gaelic football belters, and Premier League capitulations. But just how well do you remember it all?? Have a crack and let us know how you get on. Good luck! Best Irish betting offers right now – 18+, BeGambleAware

2 months ago

It was a big moment. With the scores tied at 10-10 in last Saturday’s Six Nations game between Ireland and Italy, the visitors sliced through the Irish defence for what looked like a crucial try in the 51st minute. However, following a discussion with the TMO, the try was disallowed after the officials deemed that […]

2 months ago

Lots to ponder….. Ireland and Andy Farrell are complete and utter s**t. Well, according to social media. This, of course, is not quite the case. How can it be that Italy were lavished with such praise after the game, but Ireland’s victory – which included outscoring their opponents three tries to one – is being […]

2 months ago

A big change at 10. Andy Farrell has named his team to take on England at Twickenham this Saturday in the Six Nations (kick-off, 2.10pm). Both sides will be wanting to redeem themselves, with Ireland looking a shadow of their former selves over the past year, while the English were left reeling after being gunned […]

2 months ago

Another toughy! It’s Six Nations season, and that means two things, more rugby content and lots more quizzes. We have already given you our top Ireland appearances quiz and our top try scorers quiz. Our latest teaser, however, is a tad trickier, with a few older names on the list. Only hardcore Irish rugby aficionados […]

2 months ago

What a group of players! Ireland have won three Grand Slams since the Six Nations began in 2000. In 2009 they famously defeated Wales at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, and in 2023 they dominated the tournament, before finishing it off with a 29-16 win over England at the Aviva Stadium. But can you remember […]

2 months ago

This is some side! To celebrate Ireland’s Six Nations clash with England this weekend, we have come up with our combined 23 (assuming everybody is fit!!). Front row Ireland’s front row of Andrew Porter, Dan Sheehan and Tadhg Furlong used to be the envy of most international sides. After a biblical demolishing in the scrum […]

2 months ago

We can do it! After a loss and a win in their opening two games of the 2026 Six Nations, Ireland face England this Saturday (kick-off, 2.10pm). Here is the 23 we would like to see line out at Twickenham. Front row The prop situation is practically a lottery at this stage. After a steady […]

2 months ago

Mad stuff. Follow all of this weekend’s football and FA Cup action in our live blog. Best Irish betting offers right now – 18+, BeGambleAware

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Questionable… Derry overcame Kildare yesterday in tough conditions in Newbridge. Despite a sixth-minute red card for captain Conor Glass, the Oak Leafers managed to come away with an impressive 3-15 to 1-18 win. Talisman Glass was sent off for an off-the-ball incident with Callum Bolton, but footage, albeit grainy, shows that it was arguably a […]

2 months ago

Brilliant insight! The introduction of Jack Crowley to the field yesterday triggered not only the biggest cheer of the afternoon (rivalled by Edogbo’s entry to the field), but an immediate improvement in the Irish attack, which had been lagging since their opening try. Obviously, this is mainly down to Crowley’s skill and athleticism as a […]

2 months ago

Interesting take. The Irish out-half debate took a few more twists and turns this afternoon. Sam Prendergast produced what was his worst performance in green, before being hauled off in the second half with the game at 10-10. Jack Crowley made an immediate impact off the bench, with huge energy and speed, as he threw […]

2 months ago

A close one. We have our player ratings as Ireland beat Italy 20-13 in their Six Nations clash at the Aviva Stadium. Jeremy Loughman – 4 Doesn’t bring enough around the park, and the scrum went backwards at a rate of knots. Disappointing after a good outing last week. Dan Sheehan – 6 Lineout went […]

2 months ago

We are back at the Aviva! We are back in Dublin as Andy Farrell and Ireland take on Italy in the second round of the Six Nations Championship. Teams IRELAND: Jamie Osborne (Naas RFC/Leinster); Robert Baloucoune (Enniskillen RFC/Ulster), Garry Ringrose (UCD RFC/Leinster), Stuart McCloskey (Bangor RFC/Ulster), James Lowe (Leinster); Sam Prendergast (Lansdowne FC/Leinster), Craig Casey (Shannon […]

2 months ago

For the week that is in it! The buzz for rugby is high at the minute with the ongoing Six Nations, and as such, we have just the quiz for you. Over the years, Ireland has produced many a fine try scorer, but can you name the 12 finest! Give it a bash and hopefully […]

2 months ago

Best GAA Starting XV of players who switched clubs (2000-2025) Club transfers remain one of the most controversial topics in Gaelic football. When a top-level inter-county star changes teams, it rarely goes unnoticed and often divides opinion. From title-altering moves to switches that redefined careers, this best XV highlights the players whose high-profile transfers truly […]

2 months ago

It’s that time of the week again! We are back with another of our weekly SportsJoe Pub quizzes. It has been a mega week of sport, with lots going on in the Six Nations, Premier League and the GAA, while we also have the Winter Olympics to enjoy. Give it a try and see if […]

2 months ago

The latest from the Nations League draw news. Following the news of Ireland’s UEFA Nations League draw, which pits them in a group with Israel, Austria and Kosovo, both Ireland and Israel have released statements. Back in November, Ireland voted to propose a motion to UEFA to ban Israel from European competitions, due to their […]

2 months ago

A welcome surprise. Head coach Andy Farrell has named his Ireland team to face Italy in their Six Nations clash at the Aviva Stadium this Saturday, February 14 (kick-off, 2.10pm). After a disheartening 36-14 loss to France last weekend, and Italy’s defeat of Scotland, there is worry among supporters that their side’s poor form may […]

2 months ago

Well said. With the Ireland rugby team in somewhat of a down period at the minute, and clearly not a top-three side in the world anymore, the scrutiny over the make up of the squad has intensified. Criticism from fans over the amount of Leinster players picked throughout the last decade has always been prevalent, […]

2 months ago

Making moves. Ulster have announced the signings of two Irish-qualified youngster – Paddy Woods and Rynard Gordon – with both men joining as first-year Academy recruits. As per Ulster’s statement, Woods, 18, is a second row from Perth, with family roots in County Down. This summer, he lined out for both the Ulster U19s and […]

2 months ago

Another massive game. On Thursday, Andy Farrell is set to name his Ireland team to take on Italy in the Six Nations on Saturday, February 14 (kick-off, 2.10pm). With this in mind, we have selected the team we would like to see at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium. Front row While he contributed little around the park […]

2 months ago

A man who often speaks sense. A prevailing narrative heading into Ireland’s Six Nations clash with the French, was the sheer amount of injuries among Andy Farrell’s charges, which left him with third and fourth choice players in some positions. At loosehead: Andrew Porter, Paddy McCarthy and Jack Boyle were all missing; meaning the fourth […]

2 months ago

Strong words. One of the main talking points from Cork’s Division 1A win over Tipperary on Saturday was the treatment given to the Premier’s Darragh McCarthy by the Rebel fans. The 20-year-old – who starred in last year’s final between the two teams and was also red carded against Cork earlier last season – was […]

2 months ago

A disappointment to say the least. While the 2027 Rugby World Cup is quickly coming into view, the hype for the tournament has taken a serious hit following the release of its schedule. First and foremost, fans are not pleased with the opening fixture, which will see Australia take on Hong Kong China in Perth. […]

3 months ago

Fans are not happy. We wrote previously on the fan reaction after reports of Connacht scrum-half Matthew Devine moving to Ulster next season. The transfer has now been confirmed and the province’s supporters are even more disgruntled, due to the statement released by Connacht. It reads: “We can confirm Matthew Devine has chosen not to […]

3 months ago

It’s finally here! Ireland take on France in the opening game of the 2026 Six Nations, on February 5 (kick-off, 8.10pm), at the Stade de France in Paris. Andy Farrell has named his match-day 23, and even accounting for injury crises at both loosehead and fullback, the head coach has sprung a few surprises. As […]

3 months ago

It’ll take a football genius to get full marks This summer’s transfer window has been nothing short of record-breaking. The likes of Liverpool, Arsenal, and Man United have all spent well over £200 million on a raft of new signings each. While it’s too early to say which of this summer’s new acquisitions will be […]

3 months ago

This is a toughy. Ireland rugby players are known for their longevity, and there are plenty who have racked up over a 100 caps. See if you can name the 12 players who have played the most games for Ireland. Fancy some more quizzes? Try these out!

3 months ago

What a lineup! Ireland’s win over Wales in the 2009 Six Nations will alway take precedent in our memories, but it was the tournament’s opening fixture that made us believe. For years the French had been Ireland’s bogey team, but on a fateful night in Croke Park, they put an end to that. See if […]

3 months ago

A great XV! It’s the best time of year again for an Irish rugby supporter, with the 2026 Six Nations kicking off. The first game will see Ireland take on Les Bleus at the Stade de France in Paris, in a unique Thursday evening kick-off. Way back in 2014, Ireland secured the Six Nations title […]

3 months ago

See if you can name them all! As Spurs prepare to host Man City, in what could be a pivotal afternoon in the career of Thomas Frank, we’ve decided to take a trip back in time to remember some of each club’s lesser-known players from the past decade. 18+ Be Gamble Aware It’s time to […]

3 months ago

This is an interesting one. We are now T-minus four days until Ireland take on France in the opening game of the 2026 Six Nations. With injuries and competition, it is one of the tougher match-day squads to predict of the Andy Farrell era. There is a lot of speculation over who will start at […]

3 months ago

Testy! Galway and Armagh played out a thrilling Division 1 game at the Athletic Grounds yesterday, as the Tribesmen secured a 3-12 to 0-20 victory with the last kick of the game, thanks to Rob Finnerty. After the match, Armagh boss Kieran McGeeney spoke to reporters, where he was questioned over his side’s decisions to […]

3 months ago

The hype is real! James McClean made his return to Ireland last night, in his ‘second’ Derry City debut, as his hometown club defeated Shamrock Rovers in the President’s Cup final. The 36-year-old – who signed from Wrexham – made a his presence felt with a 33rd-minute assist for Darragh Markey’s goal in the 1-0 […]

3 months ago

It’s that time of the week again! Ladies and gentlemen, roll up and try yet another SportsJOE Pub Quiz. Each one is better than the last, and again there is something for all sports fans, with rugby, football, GAA and a little bit of boxing. Good luck, share it with friends, and let us know […]

3 months ago

This would be huge. We recently reported on the eligibility of Toulouse and England backrow Jack Willis. The 29-year-old is one of the premier opensides in world rugby, and qualifies for Ireland through his Northern Irish grandfather. Having last played for England at the 2023 World Cup, Willis be able to tog out for Ireland […]

3 months ago

Not his best moment. Connacht centre Bundee Aki did not travel to Ireland’s Portugal training camp ahead of the Six Nations, after being cited following his side’s loss to Leinster on Saturday. A ‘Misconduct Complaint’ against the 35-year-old was after comments made to match officials at the match. In a statement, the IRFU said: “The […]

3 months ago

He didn’t hold back. Ireland’s rivalry with South Africa has reached new heights over the last decade, with the head-to-head 5-4 in Ireland’s favour. However, their last game, in November, was a stark reminder of the Springboks’ status as the best side in the world, as they demolished Ireland’s scrum at the Aviva Stadium. In […]

3 months ago

They are on ‘Trump’s travel list ban’ FIFA have reportedly made a decision to ban a country from the World Cup – that is on Donald Trump’s travel ban list. The tournament, which is set to be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States this summer, features 48 different teams, for the first time […]

3 months ago

Very interesting. Mayo got their NFL League campaign off to a perfect start against Galway on Sunday, with a 3-18 to 2-18 victory at Pearse Stadium. It is the hope that always kills for Mayo supporters, but their eye-catching play under new boss Andy Moran does provide legitimate cause for excitement. After the game, Moran […]

3 months ago

Awful news. France tighthead prop Uini Atonio has been forced to retire with immediate effect after suffering a heart attack. The 35-year-old has won 68 caps for his country since 2014 and was named in Les Bleus’ squad for the upcoming Six Nations, which begins against Ireland next Thursday. A statement from his club Stade […]

3 months ago

More famous faces from footballing past to test your brain The FootballJOE Pub Quiz is once again here to give you the quizzing boost you need. Here’s five faces from football past, just tell us who they are. These are the same questions that you’ll see some of the good folk at FootballJOE and special guests taking […]

3 months ago

A frustrating situation. Since Connacht’s rise from the ashes during the late 2000s, one of the many pleasing aspects – alongside silverware, support and a new stadium – has been the rise in homegrown talent. Players such as Denis Buckley, the Murray brothers, Jack Carty, Robbie Henshaw and Tiernan O’Halloran have all starred for the […]

3 months ago