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# Impact

'I felt I could immediately offer value to the coaching staff and the players'

New Ireland forwards coach Paul O’Connell says he was surprised to be offered the job by Andy Farrell.

6.0k

Feb 2nd 2021, 3:07 PM

# The42 Rugby Weekly

'The opportunity is going to be lost for some guys who have been late developers'

The latest episode of The42 Rugby Weekly included a discussion on the pandemic’s impact on Irish rugby’s talent pipeline.

19.9k

Jan 14th 2021, 8:08 PM

# Impact

'Brutal' virus leaves Newcastle players struggling to walk

Steve Bruce says some of the club’s coronavirus victims are battling extreme exhaustion.

9.4k

Dec 19th 2020, 10:01 AM

# Impact

Connacht and their 'bouncers' out to cause major upset against Racing

Andy Friend’s side are looking for a big performance from their entire matchday 23.

5.6k

Dec 9th 2020, 7:00 AM

# Impact

Everton loanee scores magnificent solo goal in PSG win

Moise Kean was on target, while it was also a landmark night for Kylian Mbappe.

9.9k

Dec 5th 2020, 11:15 PM

# STANDOUT

'He's pretty special' - Ireland excited about Doris' impact in first year of Test rugby

The 22-year-old has quickly become an important figure for Andy Farrell’s side.

9.5k

Dec 5th 2020, 6:17 PM

# Papa

Connacht excited about potential of 'big and physical man' Abraham Papali'i

The Kiwi number eight only moved into professional rugby union last year.

11.8k

Nov 4th 2020, 6:30 AM

# Red DEvils

Super-sub union as Solskjaer hails high-flying Rashford after stunning hat-trick

Manchester United enjoyed a thumping 5-0 win over RB Leipzig last night.

5.3k

Oct 29th 2020, 2:06 PM

# Boost

Ighalo makes impact as Man United reach FA Cup quarters

There was no fairytale moment for Wayne Rooney in a reunion with his former club.

10.3k

Mar 5th 2020, 10:05 PM

# Impact

Jesus strikes late to see Man City past Leicester despite Aguero penalty miss

Pep Guardiola’s team now have a seven-point gap over the Foxes.

5.6k

Feb 22nd 2020, 7:45 PM

# Impact

Super sub Liddle strikes late to save point for Derry

The visitors had looked on course to record a first ever league win at the Brandywell.

2.8k

Feb 21st 2020, 10:17 PM

# Impact

Liverpool march on thanks to magnificent Mane

Jurgen Klopp’s team have now won 17 consecutive Premier League games as they close in on the title.

39.0k

Feb 15th 2020, 7:40 PM

# Impact

Super sub McLoughlin bags late goal against Meath to hand Mayo first league win

Kevin McLoughlin dispatched 1-2 after his half-time introduction.

7.3k

Feb 9th 2020, 3:48 PM

# Impact

Brilliant free kick from ex-Ireland U21 international not enough, as Newcastle break Oxford hearts

Liam Kelly caught the eye while Wayne Rooney helped set up a reunion with former club Man United, as Derby beat Northampton.

7.6k

Feb 4th 2020, 10:47 PM

# Impact

Ireland internationals Hogan and Robinson make impressive debuts

Elsewhere, Eoin Doyle recommenced his prolific run with Swindon.

10.0k

Feb 1st 2020, 6:06 PM

# Impact

Erling Haaland labelled 'incredible' after unforgettable debut

Dortmund’s dramatic comeback against Augsburg featured a star turn on debut from Erling Haaland that thrilled Lucien Favre.

12.3k

Jan 18th 2020, 10:37 PM

# Impact

Championship wrap: Michael O'Neill makes winning start as Stoke boss

Jake Livermore was on target as West Brom saw off Hull City, while there were wins for Preston North End and Leeds United.

12.3k

Nov 9th 2019, 7:22 PM

# Impact

'Shame and stigma' mean women with endometriosis suffer in silence over painful sex

The condition affects one in 10 women in Ireland and has a debilitating effect on the lives of sufferers.

29.7k

Oct 30th 2019, 6:00 AM

# Impact

Former lifeguard keeps Wales' Euro hopes afloat

Kieffer Moore scored on his international competitive debut as Ryan Giggs’ side drew 1-1 with Slovakia.

9.0k

Oct 11th 2019, 10:23 PM

# Impact

Rhys Ruddock puts his hand up with powerful performance for Ireland

The 28-year-old was named man of the match against Russia yesterday.

13.9k

Oct 4th 2019, 2:00 PM

# Impact

Alexis Sanchez scores, gets sent off for diving on Inter debut

Antonio Conte’s side beat Sampdoria to make it six victories from six in Serie A.

8.7k

Sep 28th 2019, 8:07 PM

# Impact

Neymar has objects thrown at him but responds by scoring winner

Paris Saint-Germain restored their three-point lead at the top of the table after a late win over Lyon.

7.7k

Sep 22nd 2019, 10:50 PM

# Impact

Liverpool loan player on target, as Rangers overcome Feyenoord on emotional night

Sheyi Ojo got the game’s only goal in tonight’s Europa League encounter.

6.1k

Sep 19th 2019, 10:03 PM

# Impact

Ireland's Jeff Hendrick comes off the bench to score crucial late equaliser

Meanwhile, Aaron Connolly made his home debut for the Seagulls

7.7k

Sep 14th 2019, 5:25 PM

# Impact

New signing James keeps cool to give United victory over AC Milan

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer played down rumours that Paul Pogba’s absence is down to his trying to force through a move to Real Madrid.

21.3k

Aug 3rd 2019, 8:38 PM

# Impact

'He's been giving out, he hasn't had anything to do in games. Tonight, he was massive for us'

Stephen Bradley praised Alan Mannus for his display in the win over Pat’s.

8.9k

May 1st 2019, 5:45 AM

# Impact

'I have eight minutes, I'd better not screw up': Shanahan powering through pivotal season

The scrum-half had to bide his time for his breakthrough season at his adoptive province.

7.3k

Mar 22nd 2019, 6:57 AM

# Impact

Connacht lock Dillane happy to be firmly back in Ireland's plans

The 25-year-old is hoping for a fourth appearance in the championship against Wales.

6.4k

Mar 14th 2019, 1:01 AM

# Impact

McEneff returns to haunt Derry City in deserved Rovers win

The fans packed into the new stand at Tallaght Stadium enjoyed a successful opening night.

4.3k

Feb 22nd 2019, 10:02 PM

# Impact

'It feels great': Connacht's Dillane delighted to be back in green

The second row came off the bench at Murrayfield to win his first cap since November 2017.

16.2k

Feb 9th 2019, 9:45 PM

# Impact

€35 million man enjoys full debut to remember as Milan beat Napoli to reach Coppa semis

Krzysztof Piatek registered a brace after only signing for the club last week.

9.5k

Jan 29th 2019, 10:30 PM

# Impact

Weah scores on debut as Celtic march on in Scottish Cup

Their bid for a ‘treble-treble’ remains alive after today’s win over Airdrie at Parkhead.

12.2k

Jan 19th 2019, 9:27 PM

# Impact

Leinster's academy to Bedford to Galway: Farrell finds his feet in Connacht

The 24-year-old was superb in midfield for the western province last season.

10.7k

Aug 26th 2018, 7:30 AM

# Impact

'I want to play': Super-sub Hazard makes his point to new Chelsea boss

The Belgian was again limited to a cameo off the bench, but set up Marcos Alonso for Chelsea’s winner.

6.7k

Aug 18th 2018, 8:43 PM

# Impact

Series success and squad development - Schmidt comes up trumps

Jordan Larmour and Tadhg Beirne made an impression off the bench for Ireland.

15.9k

Jun 23rd 2018, 4:15 PM

# Impact

Rare De Gea blunder gifts Ronaldo his second in thrilling Group B clash

The Man United ‘keeper won’t want to see this again.

8.2k

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Jun 15th 2018, 7:35 PM

# gg

Munster confirm 'top-quality player' Grobler will leave this summer

The second row was impressive once again in Munster’s draw with Ulster.

20.5k

Apr 28th 2018, 9:23 PM

# shut down

Analysis: How Leinster brilliantly negated Tadhg Beirne's jackal threat

The Scarlets second row was left deeply frustrated by Leinster’s excellent rucking.

37.8k

Apr 25th 2018, 3:00 PM

# youth

Emergence of thrilling next generation a huge Six Nations success for Schmidt

Irish rugby looks like it will be in fine health long after today’s Grand Slam shot.

25.8k

Mar 17th 2018, 8:00 AM

# Leavy Led

Van der Flier to miss Italy clash as Schmidt hails Ireland's bench impact

Dan Leavy was immense for Ireland after replacing van der Flier in the first half.

19.8k

Feb 3rd 2018, 10:15 PM