# form

This year

2023

# form

While others ponder Munster's future, they have to get better right now

Graham Rowntree’s side repeatedly shot themselves in the foot against the Sharks.

11.9k

Apr 3rd 2023, 8:00 PM

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Electric Dembele fires Barca past Real Sociedad to Copa semis

Manager Xavi celebrated his 43rd birthday with a 1-0 win in a pulsating cup clash.

3.0k

Jan 25th 2023, 10:43 PM

Last year

2022

# form

Donn McClean: Constitution Hill a strong Cheltenham contender after blistering run

The five-year-old produced a strong performance to win the Grade 1 Betfair Fighting Fifth Hurdle at Newcastle.

1.9k

Nov 28th 2022, 2:29 PM

# form

Celtics win 8th straight, while Warriors' away woes continue despite Curry's 50

It’s Golden State’s worst road start since they went 0-9 in 1989.

2.2k

Nov 17th 2022, 8:26 AM

# form

'He's due some big starts in big games... there's a real battle for 9'

Bernard Jackman feels Craig Casey is pushing Conor Murray harder than ever in Munster.

17.7k

May 2nd 2022, 7:00 PM

All time

# Great expectations

PSG still waiting for Lionel Messi to find Ballon d'Or form

With Neymar set for a spell on the sidelines, the responsibility on the Argentine star’s shoulders has increased.

4.5k

Dec 3rd 2021, 8:58 PM

# Boost

Irish-eligible winger continues rich vein of form

Marcus Harness scored his eighth goal in 12 appearances for Portsmouth this evening.

17.2k

Nov 23rd 2021, 10:55 PM

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Has Josh van der Flier played himself into the Lions conversation?

The Leinster openside’s form was discussed on today’s episode of The42 Rugby Weekly Extra.

13.6k

Apr 12th 2021, 3:36 PM

# form

'If there was a Lions team picked now, he'd be the first name in the backline'

Robbie Henshaw delivered another outstanding display as Leinster won the Pro14 last weekend.

9.9k

Mar 30th 2021, 6:00 AM

# form

'Tadhg Beirne has cemented his spot... he's been a real bonus for Ireland'

Will Connors has excelled at openside over the last two weekends.

26.6k

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Mar 17th 2021, 8:03 PM

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'His athleticism is ridiculous but he can also pack a scrum' - Beirne pushes for Ireland start

The Munster lock has been in excellent form in recent months.

27.1k

Updated

Jan 29th 2021, 9:38 PM

# big calls

Form of exciting young guns makes for lengthy Munster selection meetings

The likes of Craig Casey, Ben Healy, and Gavin Coombes have been putting their hands up.

10.2k

Dec 10th 2020, 6:00 AM

# form

Hat-trick for hooker Andrew as Ulster run away with bonus-point win in Edinburgh

John Cooney also scored a brace of tries as Ulster romped home in the Scottish capital.

6.1k

Nov 30th 2020, 10:59 PM

# Nine

'He's such a hard-working lad on and off the pitch' - Casey in fine form for Munster

The 21-year-old has started four consecutive games for the southern province.

7.8k

Nov 5th 2020, 6:00 AM

# form

'I think my game is coming along really nicely, to be honest' - Stockdale

The 24-year-old has been playing at fullback for Ulster in recent times.

9.5k

Oct 20th 2020, 6:00 AM

# form

More Benzema magic inspires Real Madrid toward two-point La Liga lead

The French striker produced a moment of genius to tee up Casemiro for Madrid’s winner at Espanyol.

5.4k

Jun 28th 2020, 11:48 PM

# fresh faces

Some surprise omissions but Farrell's 'dynamic' squad has plenty of form

The new Ireland head coach has made some big calls ahead of the Six Nations.

26.1k

Jan 15th 2020, 6:32 PM

# Competition

Munster satisfied with Murray's form as pressure comes on for Ireland spot

Johann van Graan says the scrum-half has been ‘really good’ in the red jersey recently.

9.6k

Jan 9th 2020, 1:00 AM

# ajar

Farrell: Door still open for Kearney, or any in-form player, to feature in Six Nations

“I’ve spoken to Rob but also other players who are not here and told them we will be watching them over this Christmas period.”

18.6k

Dec 23rd 2019, 4:54 PM

# Pride of Athlone

Connacht man Carty's rise brings him a World Cup start for Ireland

The 27-year-old Athlone man gets his chance to shine against Japan on Saturday.

12.1k

Sep 26th 2019, 5:18 AM

# form

'I wasn’t panicking' - Conor Murray unfazed by debate about his Six Nations form

Ireland’s scrum-half has been ignoring the debate around his form in the Six Nations.

6.2k

Mar 13th 2019, 6:00 AM

# class is permanent

'Conor is a world class player': Van Graan not concerned by Murray's form during Six Nations

The Munster head coach said massive standards are constantly expected of players like Conor Murray.

10.4k

Feb 12th 2019, 7:30 AM

# Depth

'Joey Carbery could play 10 for any of the teams in the Six Nations' - Jackman

Should Ireland use this year’s championship as a squad strengthening exercise?

14.9k

Jan 24th 2019, 6:06 PM

# form

Carbery shines for Munster in 'special performance' at Kingsholm

The 23-year-old out-half scored two tries and kicked at 100% for the third time in a row.

14.8k

Jan 12th 2019, 6:00 AM

# prop life

Denis Buckley focuses on Connacht form after featuring in Ireland camp

The 28-year-old was superb as Connacht’s pack took Zebre apart in the scrum on Saturday.

7.5k

Sep 10th 2018, 7:00 AM

# form

'I hate one-on-one drills with Sweets because he can make you look like a fool'

Munster will hope their exciting wing can make the difference away to Glasgow Warriors this evening.

14.8k

Sep 7th 2018, 6:30 AM

# form

Ireland's Dan Martin fourth as Geraint Thomas tunes up for Tour with Dauphine success

The 32-year-old Welsh rider registered probably the greatest success of his professional career.

3.3k

Jun 10th 2018, 5:09 PM

# Running out of steam

O'Halloran and O'Brien doubts as Connacht bid to halt losing run

The western province have a single win in the last six games and will end their season against Glasgow and Leinster.

3.3k

Apr 11th 2018, 6:00 AM

# Award

Beirne among four Irishmen nominated for European Player of the Year

Conor Murray, Tadhg Furlong and Johnny Sexton are also in the mix.

28.8k

Jan 23rd 2018, 5:00 PM

# form

After a slow start to the season, former League of Ireland favourite Horgan is finding his rhythm at Preston

The ex-Dundalk winger has made 14 appearances for the club in total since the start of the campaign.

7.4k

Jan 9th 2018, 11:20 AM

# form

With less than 2 weeks until Denmark, here's how Ireland's key players are shaping up

Some of Ireland’s likely starting XI to face the Danes have fared better than others at club level in recent weeks.

9.9k

Oct 31st 2017, 8:56 PM

# apply within

First Dates Ireland is already looking for participants for series 2

Now’s your chance.

24.3k

May 8th 2016, 11:52 AM

# form

Schmidt faces 'selection headaches' after Bowe, Cave and Henry impress

Schmidt was pleased with the performance of his midfield pairing at Wembley.

15.8k

Sep 27th 2015, 8:42 PM

# Ruthless

Hurricanes pay respects to Collins as they claim top spot in Super Rugby

Chris Boyd’s side were superb in attack once again to secure a home semi-final.

6.6k

Jun 5th 2015, 11:49 AM

# problems

Madrid should be worried about Ronaldo's form - Capello

The Italian suspects that injuries are taking their toll on the Portuguese attacker.

4.3k

Feb 18th 2015, 2:25 PM

# Confident

Liverpool have clicked into last season's form - Brendan Rodgers

The Merseyside club’s manager is delighted with the performances of Raheem Sterling.

3.9k

Sep 1st 2014, 12:57 PM

# right to be forgotten

Google receives 41,000 requests to delete search results in first four days

More than 12,000 requests were made on the first day alone as Google copes with the ruling made by the European Court of Justice.

17.8k

Jun 3rd 2014, 5:38 PM

# Bills Bills Bills

This is what the new Local Property Tax form will look like...

The form will need to be completed before the LPT comes into effect on 1 July.

120k

Feb 18th 2013, 8:45 AM

# Runners and Riders

Mark your Card: your best bets for the St Stephen’s Day Super 6

Horse racing waits for no man – Declan Smyth picks the winners from a bumper day of Grade racing in Ireland and the UK.

1.6k

Dec 26th 2012, 7:30 AM

# Runners and Riders

Mark your Card: your best bets for today’s Grade racing

Declan Smyth picks us a winner from this afternoon’s three Grade races at Navan.

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Dec 16th 2012, 11:40 AM