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#classic

# classic - This year 2022

Lewandowski saves Barca from elimination in thrilling Inter draw
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Lewandowski saves Barca from elimination in thrilling Inter draw

Oct 12th 2022, 10:21 PM 6,240 Views 0 Comments

The Polish forward equalised twice after the 81st minute for Barcelona to keep their Champions League hopes alive.

Shefflin gets one over on Cody as Galway beat Kilkenny with last puck
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Shefflin gets one over on Cody as Galway beat Kilkenny with last puck

May 1st 2022, 3:51 PM 47,990 Views 66 Comments

Conor Cooney nailed the winning score with a 75th minute free.

Michael Smith beats defending champion Gerwyn Price to book semi-final spot
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Michael Smith beats defending champion Gerwyn Price to book semi-final spot

Jan 2nd 2022, 12:07 AM 9,271 Views 3 Comments

Smith won 5-4 against Price to set up a semi-final date with James Wade.

# classic - Last year 2021

When brilliant tries from D'Arcy and Horgan helped Leinster to beat Munster
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

When brilliant tries from D'Arcy and Horgan helped Leinster to beat Munster

Mar 27th 2021, 7:45 AM 6,117 Views 3 Comments

20 years ago, Nathan Spooner played a key role as Leinster claimed the inaugural Celtic League.

Furious argument mars all-Italian classic at Australian Open
# Row
From The42
# Row

Furious argument mars all-Italian classic at Australian Open

Feb 11th 2021, 12:54 PM 7,750 Views 1 Comment

Fabio Fognini and Salvatore Caruso had to be separated by an official.

Griezmann inspires Barcelona to thrilling Cup comeback against Granada
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Griezmann inspires Barcelona to thrilling Cup comeback against Granada

Feb 3rd 2021, 10:51 PM 5,009 Views 0 Comments

The Catalans came from two goals down to win a riveting tie 5-3 after extra time.

# classic - All time

'You could tell by Gattuso's demeanour he thought it was over' - Liverpool's 'miracle' of Istanbul
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

'You could tell by Gattuso's demeanour he thought it was over' - Liverpool's 'miracle' of Istanbul

May 25th 2020, 3:18 PM 8,622 Views 23 Comments

Today is the 15th anniversary of the famous game.

When two brilliant offloads helped Connacht to end a 17-year drought in Dublin
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

When two brilliant offloads helped Connacht to end a 17-year drought in Dublin

May 9th 2020, 8:30 AM 8,398 Views 7 Comments

Leinster were unbeaten at Donnybrook in three years when Steph Nel’s men arrived in 2002.

When brilliant assists from Mafi and ROG helped Munster to beat Leinster
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

When brilliant assists from Mafi and ROG helped Munster to beat Leinster

Updated May 2nd 2020, 3:04 PM 27,777 Views 64 Comments

The 2011 Magners League final in Thomond Park was a thrilling affair.

When Leinster went to Toulouse and toppled the reigning European champions
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

When Leinster went to Toulouse and toppled the reigning European champions

Apr 5th 2020, 9:05 PM 34,728 Views 31 Comments

Michael Cheika’s men delivered a stunning performance in their 2006 Heineken Cup quarter-final.

The brutal and bloody second Lions Test in South Africa in 2009
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

The brutal and bloody second Lions Test in South Africa in 2009

Mar 27th 2020, 2:02 PM 18,564 Views 32 Comments

The Springboks claimed series success in dramatic circumstances in Pretoria.

Ireland's Caplice and Murphy score as BaaBaas roll out 'The Wall' against Wales
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Ireland's Caplice and Murphy score as BaaBaas roll out 'The Wall' against Wales

Dec 2nd 2019, 2:27 PM 15,482 Views 4 Comments

Paula Fitzpatrick and Sene Naoupu also featured for the invitational side.

All Blacks clash with England shaping up to be a World Cup classic
# Thriller
From The42
# Thriller

All Blacks clash with England shaping up to be a World Cup classic

Oct 26th 2019, 2:55 AM 11,273 Views 29 Comments

Today’s semi-final in Yokohama will see Eddie Jones’ team desperate to bring the Kiwis down.

Basquel brothers bag 3-9 as Ballyboden consign Na Fianna to heartbreaking extra-time defeat
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Basquel brothers bag 3-9 as Ballyboden consign Na Fianna to heartbreaking extra-time defeat

Oct 12th 2019, 9:51 PM 22,260 Views 15 Comments

Anthony Rainbow’s side booked their place in the last four after a thrilling encounter.

Kilkenny suffer first home championship defeat in 70 years after thrilling clash with Galway
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Kilkenny suffer first home championship defeat in 70 years after thrilling clash with Galway

Jun 9th 2019, 4:53 PM 51,347 Views 100 Comments

A narrow Galway victory at Nowlan Park this afternoon.

Ballyboden break Coolderry hearts and book Leinster final after 100-minute epic with 10 goals, 53 points and four reds
# Classic In The Capital
From The42
# Classic In The Capital

Ballyboden break Coolderry hearts and book Leinster final after 100-minute epic with 10 goals, 53 points and four reds

Nov 18th 2018, 4:39 PM 27,200 Views 7 Comments

Brian Carroll scored 2-16 and was sent-off in extra extra-time for the Offaly side.

Toulouse's exciting young guns show the way as Leinster come up short
# Espoirs
From The42
# Espoirs

Toulouse's exciting young guns show the way as Leinster come up short

Oct 22nd 2018, 6:00 AM 9,671 Views 58 Comments

‘It was beautiful, sometimes we’re beautiful!’

Leinster brought back down to earth with narrow defeat to thrilling Toulouse
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Leinster brought back down to earth with narrow defeat to thrilling Toulouse

Oct 21st 2018, 5:06 PM 40,860 Views 95 Comments

Leo Cullen’s side led only once at Stade Ernest Wallon and came up short on a 28-27 scoreline.

Djokovic sees off Nadal in epic Wimbledon semi-final
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Djokovic sees off Nadal in epic Wimbledon semi-final

Jul 14th 2018, 4:18 PM 10,025 Views 5 Comments

Novak Djokovic is through to his fifth Wimbledon final after overcoming long-time rival Rafael Nadal in a five-set thriller.

Cuala land four late scores to retain All-Ireland club title in thrilling fashion against Na Piarsaigh
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Cuala land four late scores to retain All-Ireland club title in thrilling fashion against Na Piarsaigh

Mar 24th 2018, 7:07 PM 26,178 Views 46 Comments

Second-half goals from Nicky Kenny and Mark Schutte helped the Dublin side to victory in the replay.

Astros edge into World Series lead after epic Game 5
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Astros edge into World Series lead after epic Game 5

Oct 30th 2017, 9:22 AM 3,199 Views 3 Comments

Alex Bregman was the hero as the Houston Astros edged ahead 3-2 in the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

It'll be mostly dry and cloudy this week - with some pockets of rain
# Classic
# Classic

It'll be mostly dry and cloudy this week - with some pockets of rain

Sep 19th 2017, 9:38 AM 9,300 Views 3 Comments

Here’s the weather forecast for the next three days.

Golovkin retains titles in thrilling draw with Alvarez
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Golovkin retains titles in thrilling draw with Alvarez

Sep 17th 2017, 9:04 AM 11,114 Views 26 Comments

Judge Dave Moretti scored the tense battle 114-114.

Keith Higgins red card proves costly as Galway edge Mayo in enthralling affair
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Keith Higgins red card proves costly as Galway edge Mayo in enthralling affair

Jun 11th 2017, 5:55 PM 32,320 Views 48 Comments

Mayo battled hard despite their numerical disadvantage.

Laois retain Division 1B status and send Kerry packing to the third tier in epic clash
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Laois retain Division 1B status and send Kerry packing to the third tier in epic clash

Apr 1st 2017, 9:45 PM 11,910 Views 7 Comments

Antrim and Meath also sealed league hurling honours today.

This classic comedy own goal helped Bournemouth earn an easy win last night
# Error
From The42
# Error

This classic comedy own goal helped Bournemouth earn an easy win last night

Jul 21st 2016, 11:30 AM 8,092 Views 7 Comments

The 26-year-old Cameroon international had a moment to forget in front of the Premier League outfit.

O'Brien lands Irish Oaks with 14/1 shot Seventh Heaven
# Classic Hit
From The42
# Classic Hit

O'Brien lands Irish Oaks with 14/1 shot Seventh Heaven

Jul 16th 2016, 6:37 PM 4,005 Views 1 Comment

Even Song never got going and Seamie Heffernan made the most of his opportunity.

How Well Do You Remember The Hang Time Theme Song?
# Quiz
From The Daily Edge
# Quiz

How Well Do You Remember The Hang Time Theme Song?

May 12th 2016, 6:50 PM 5,251 Views 0 Comments

I’ll alllways remember!

A seminal Irish sports book turns 40 this week
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

A seminal Irish sports book turns 40 this week

Mar 29th 2016, 6:30 AM 8,297 Views 3 Comments

Renowned journalist Brian Glanville has described it as “the best and most authentic memoir by a professional footballer”.

West Ham keeper scores classic Fifa goal in real life
# Take A Bow
From The42
# Take A Bow

West Ham keeper scores classic Fifa goal in real life

Mar 28th 2016, 4:59 PM 16,442 Views 9 Comments

Plenty of fun was had during Mark Noble’s testimonial this afternoon.

An Irish fan has won best Fr Ted-themed UFC 194 poster
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

An Irish fan has won best Fr Ted-themed UFC 194 poster

Dec 9th 2015, 9:30 PM 9,794 Views 2 Comments

Conor McGregor as Ted Crilly. Jose Aldo as Len Brennan. Perfection.

Analysis: Beautiful lines and Richie McCaw's contentious winning try
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Analysis: Beautiful lines and Richie McCaw's contentious winning try

Jul 28th 2015, 7:42 PM 12,269 Views 8 Comments

We’ve taken an in-depth look at the three second-half tries in South Africa’s defeat to the All Blacks.

'The Wall' was delightfully brought back to life by the NZ Barbarians
# Old School
From The42
# Old School

'The Wall' was delightfully brought back to life by the NZ Barbarians

Jul 20th 2015, 3:50 PM 16,718 Views 6 Comments

An absolutely classic move made a reappearance at Eden Park over the weekend.

Joe Rokocoko recalls the 2008 night he broke Munster hearts at Thomond
# All Time Classic
From The42
# All Time Classic

Joe Rokocoko recalls the 2008 night he broke Munster hearts at Thomond

May 28th 2015, 6:00 AM 9,067 Views 6 Comments

The All Blacks wing scored a try in the closing minutes to deny Munster another famous win.

Analysis: How good was Ireland coach Joe Schmidt in his playing days?
# Analysis
From The42
# Analysis

Analysis: How good was Ireland coach Joe Schmidt in his playing days?

Apr 6th 2015, 8:00 AM 29,149 Views 16 Comments

We break down the Manawatu left wing’s contributions to a near miss against France in 1989.

SBW at the Sportsground and Connacht's other European knock-outs
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

SBW at the Sportsground and Connacht's other European knock-outs

Apr 1st 2015, 1:31 PM 8,870 Views 4 Comments

We take a trip down memory lane to recall the westerners’ past efforts in the Challenge Cup.

Sitdown Sunday: 7 deadly reads
# Sitdown Sunday
# Sitdown Sunday

Sitdown Sunday: 7 deadly reads

Jan 25th 2015, 10:00 AM 15,017 Views 2 Comments

The very best of the week’s writing from around the web.

Was Sunday the greatest All-Ireland hurling final of all time?
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Was Sunday the greatest All-Ireland hurling final of all time?

Sep 8th 2014, 9:00 PM 22,971 Views 70 Comments

Or were you more a fan of the deciders from 1990, 2009 and 2013?

Marty and Donal Óg's commentary perfectly captures the drama of today's All-Ireland hurling final
# Classic
From The42
# Classic

Marty and Donal Óg's commentary perfectly captures the drama of today's All-Ireland hurling final

Sep 7th 2014, 10:13 PM 13,027 Views 6 Comments

The RTÉ commentary pair could barely believe their eyes earlier. They weren’t the only ones.

GAA may consider semi-final replays outside Dublin again - Páraic Duffy
# Influential
From The42
# Influential

GAA may consider semi-final replays outside Dublin again - Páraic Duffy

Aug 31st 2014, 2:03 PM 5,434 Views 13 Comments

The General Director rejects the notion that the organisation is becoming overly commercial.

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