Ireland

Well that’s a pity. Shane Long’s name will forever be etched in Irish footballing history. His goal in Ireland’s 1-0 win over Germany in their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign was one of the best finishes ever seen at the Aviva Stadium, and was the catalyst for wild celebrations both during after the game. However, the […]

2 weeks ago

A night in Dublin…. This live blog is sponsored by Lynx, Smell Your Best When You Look Your Worst It’s the game that no Ireland fan wanted, but we need to make the most of it now it’s here. After losing to Czechia last Thursday, Heimir Hallgrimsson’s men welcome North Macedonia to the Aviva Stadium […]

1 month ago

Lets go! Our Ireland player ratings as they just about beat an out-of-form Wales side, 27-17. Tom O’Toole – 7.5 He had a lot to prove in this game and delivered. The scrum was the best it’s been in good while and he won a brilliant turnover with Kelleher in the second half. Has moved […]

2 months ago

Can Ireland make it three on the trot? Welcome to SportsJOE’s live hub for Ireland v Wales in the fourth round of the Six Nations at the Aviva Stadium. Ireland, who recovered from their thumping opening-night defeat in France, edged past Italy in round two and then put in a fantastic display at Twickenham to […]

2 months ago

Andy Farrell has named his troops Andy Farrell has named his XV and replacements for Ireland’s round four Six Nations clash against Wales at the Aviva Stadium on Friday night (8.10pm kick off). Ireland, who recovered from their thumping opening-night defeat in France, edged past Italy in round two and then put in a fantastic […]

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