Donncha O’Callaghan got ‘slagging’ after embarrassing incident with England icon
Not his finest moment. On the latest episode of the Offload podcast, with former Ireland players Tommy Bowe and Donncha O’Callaghan, the latter recounted an embarrassing tale involving one of the greatest players of all time. The topic of idols came up, with Bowe singling out ex-All Black winger Christian Cullen as a player he […]
11 months ago
Donncha O’Callaghan shares story of genius Anthony Foley sledging comeback
A brilliant quip from the Munster legend. On the Offload podcast, with former Ireland players Tommy Bowe and Donncha O’Callaghan, the topic of Rieko Ioane’s and Johnny Sexton’s spat was brought up. With the All Black joining Leinster at the end of the year, there has been much talk about his insulting words to Leinster […]
11 months ago
O’Callaghan offers intriguing ‘soccer’ solution to squad issues in Irish rugby
“I know we’re just kind of copying soccer with this, but I like the idea of that.” Earlier in the week, Leinster announced that out-half Harry Byrne will be joining the Premiership’s Bristol Bears on a three-month loan deal. The 25-year-old has struggled for game time at his province this season, and finds himself fourth […]
1 year ago
Donncha O’Callaghan criticises Connacht coach for treatment of Mack Hansen during ref rant
“I was really disappointed with him.” The big story in Irish rugby over the last week has been Mack Hansen’s sensational press conference following Connacht’s loss to Leinster at the Aviva Stadium last Saturday. The winger labelled the refereeing that his side get as ‘bullshit’ and that it was starting the ‘piss’ him and his […]
1 year ago
O’Callaghan compares Leinster failures to National Children’s Hospital
“No, no. I feel sorry for them because they have to win. You know what I mean?” Leinster are looking to make it a fourth-time lucky in this year’s Champions Cup, having lost the last three finals in the competition. Ronan O’Gara’s La Rochelle got the better of them in 2022 and 2023 – by […]
1 year ago
‘Absolutely disgraceful’ – Donncha O’Callaghan slams England’s treatment of opposition national anthems
Donncha O’Callaghan is unhappy with England Rugby. Former Ireland second row Donncha O’Callaghan has vented his frustration at England’s “poor renditions” of opposition national anthems. O’Callaghan was speaking on ‘The Offload‘ podcast with Tommy Bowe, when the subject of Twickenham Stadium’s anthem performances came up in conversation. The Corkman was annoyed by the version of […]
1 year ago