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Last week

21st May 2023 - 27th May 2023

'It's a huge goal of mine' - O'Mahony's big chance to end long trophy wait with Munster

To see the Munster captain lift the URC trophy would feel like fitting reward for one of the greatest players the province has produced.

5.2k

Sat 7:00 AM

This year

2023

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Mbappe named new France captain ahead of Euro qualifier with Ireland

Lloris had been skipper for more than a decade.

4.3k

Mar 21st 2023, 9:52 AM

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'Growing up, all I wanted to do was play for Ireland and captain Ireland'

Johnny Sexton helped his team to Grand Slam glory before being forced off injured.

9.3k

Mar 19th 2023, 12:30 PM

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‘Mad dog’ Ellis Genge will be brilliant England skipper – Lewis Ludlam

Genge has been entrusted with the leadership duties after Owen Farrell was demoted to the bench

3.5k

Mar 10th 2023, 12:14 PM

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'It’s a huge honour' – James Ryan to captain Ireland against Italy

The second row will captain Ireland in Rome with Johnny Sexton ruled out.

15.1k

Feb 22nd 2023, 3:37 PM

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Suzann Pettersen to captain Europe at next two Solheim Cup events

The upcoming encounters are being held just a year apart.

1.9k

Feb 21st 2023, 2:42 PM

# lacken's finest

'I'm definitely a Mayo man... It's nice seeing the pride they have'

Caelan Doris is already part of Ireland’s leadership group at the age of 24.

17.4k

Feb 4th 2023, 7:45 AM

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Influential Ringrose shows his class as Leinster end pool campaign on a high

The centre is in superb form and provided some brilliant moments against Racing.

6.7k

Jan 22nd 2023, 7:30 AM

Last year

2022

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David Clifford nominated to captain Kerry for the 2023 season

The Fossa man will skipper the Kingdom next year.

16.4k

Nov 22nd 2022, 8:06 PM

# Big call

'My brothers are giving me guilt, saying 'What are we going to do when you retire?''

Johnny Sexton remains as motivated as ever in a squad whose leadership group has developed.

48.0k

Nov 17th 2022, 7:15 AM

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'I never even dreamed of it' - Furlong to captain Ireland for first time against Fiji

The tighthead says he never thought captaincy was on his radar but is looking forward to leading the team out this weekend.

29.0k

Updated

Nov 9th 2022, 8:02 PM

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Owen Farrell determined to lead England on his terms after reclaiming captaincy

Farrell will take charge at inside centre having recovered from concussion.

4.8k

Nov 4th 2022, 7:28 PM

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Sexton 'hungry as ever' as Leinster 10 continues strong form ahead of November Tests

The Leinster captain has hit the ground running this season and looks in good shape ahead of the games against South Africa, Fiji and Australia.

6.0k

Oct 24th 2022, 7:00 AM

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Emma Hayes to work with Chelsea from home as she recovers from hysterectomy

Hayes revealed on Thursday that she is stepping away from the touchline while she recuperates.

5.1k

Oct 14th 2022, 6:03 PM

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Ringrose: Leinster keen to learn from Sexton's leadership style while they can

Garry Ringrose on Johnny Sexton, Leinster’s win over the Sharks and Friday’s trip to play Connacht.

6.3k

Oct 12th 2022, 7:15 AM

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'Five years from when I was asked to be captain, I wouldn’t have pictured us in this position'

Katie McCabe is hoping to skipper Ireland to a first-ever major tournament.

13.5k

Updated

Oct 11th 2022, 12:02 PM

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'You have the feeling that he could already have three kids at home' - Suele

Jude Bellingham possesses a maturity beyond his young age, according one Dortmund teammate.

8.9k

Oct 10th 2022, 5:39 PM

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Neil Lennon backed to give Cypriots edge against Man United

Erik ten Hag’s side travel to Nicosia in the Europa League on Thursday.

8.2k

Oct 5th 2022, 6:38 PM

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'You've to put your heart and soul into getting the most from your career - Josh Cullen on driving forces

Exclusive: The Ireland and Burnley midfielder tells The42 about his determination to make it to the top and how Stephen Kenny and Vincent Kompany are helping him get there.

10.8k

Aug 6th 2022, 7:00 AM

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David Clifford: 'It’s tough to take the losses each year but it makes this so much sweeter'

He led Kerry to All-Ireland glory.

18.9k

Updated

Jul 25th 2022, 12:07 PM

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'What we have learned over the past 2.5 years under Rory has been mind-blowing'

Chrissy McKaigue describes the ‘intellect’ of the man who has brought Derry to the All-Ireland semi-final.

4.9k

Jul 9th 2022, 8:00 AM

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Galway's Rolls-Royce: 'He is so smart. He sees things happening before anyone else'

David Burke will take over at the top of the all-time Galway hurling championship appearance list today.

14.1k

Jun 18th 2022, 7:00 AM

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Shane Walsh's intention is clear: 'To climb the steps of the Hogan on 24 July'

The Connacht champions have set their sights on bigger prizes.

8.5k

May 31st 2022, 7:05 AM

# COnnacht final

Sean Kelly the right man at the right time to captain Galway

Sean Kelly will captain Galway against Roscommon in the Connacht final in Pearse Stadium today.

9.6k

May 29th 2022, 7:00 AM

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Marseille the latest stop on Johnny Sexton's storied history with the Champions Cup

The Leinster out-half is aiming to win his fifth Champions Cup medal today, and his first as captain.

4.5k

May 28th 2022, 8:00 AM

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'That's what you want your captain to do on the big days, perform like that'

Johann van Graan was full of praise for Peter O’Mahony after his superb individual display against Exeter Chiefs.

13.1k

Apr 16th 2022, 6:27 PM

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'That mental side of the game, it's something that probably I hadn't really tapped into'

Munster flanker Jack O’Donoghue on his strong form this season, and Graham Rowntree’s promotion to head coach.

6.3k

Apr 14th 2022, 6:30 AM

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'To play at a packed Aviva Stadium, it would be something spectacular for us'

Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe talks coffee with Robbie, learning from Roy and fulfilling a dream with her country.

15.9k

Updated

Apr 4th 2022, 5:33 PM

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Nichola Fryday named as new Ireland captain ahead of Six Nations

Greg McWilliams’ squad are preparing for their Six Nations opener against Wales this Saturday.

16.5k

Mar 21st 2022, 12:20 PM

# Selection

'Pete's in good form... he's a good emotional leader for us as well'

Andy Farrell believes O’Mahony is getting better, while the Cork man is loving life with Ireland.

8.3k

Mar 10th 2022, 2:59 PM

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Ukraine’s Zinchenko made captain as Man City secure FA Cup win at Peterborough

The Ukraine international was given the honour of leading out the City as a show of support against Russia’s invasion of his homeland.

18.7k

Mar 1st 2022, 9:31 PM

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'The Triple Crown would be a great thing and it's guaranteed if we win the last three'

Johnny Sexton is back to lead Ireland’s push for silverware in this Six Nations.

5.1k

Feb 24th 2022, 1:01 AM

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'It’s like Sexto, he has a way with words... He's the right man for the job'

James Ryan captains Ireland in today’s Six Nations clash in Paris.

8.5k

Feb 12th 2022, 7:45 AM

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Ibanez: 'The experience of Johnny Sexton would have counted in this match'

The France team manager believes Andy Farrell’s side will feel the absence of their captain in Paris.

6.5k

Feb 11th 2022, 6:30 PM

# Captain

'You’re picking up the phone thinking, 'Is it going to be good or bad news?''

Johnny Sexton is reveling in leading Ireland as they aim for Six Nations success.

21.4k

Updated

Feb 2nd 2022, 8:40 AM

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'It's like he's got more time than anyone I've seen' - Ala’alatoa on what makes Sexton one of a kind

Former Crusaders prop Michael Ala’alatoa talks about playing alongside Johnny Sexton at Leinster, and settling into a new environment.

22.0k

Updated

Jan 28th 2022, 8:34 AM

# Composure

'In other years, we could have struggled to get back into the game then'

Munster captain Peter O’Mahony was happy with his side’s resolve in the closing minutes in Castres.

8.3k

Jan 15th 2022, 12:00 PM

All time

# One of the greats

How Ciara Griffin's last game for Ireland typified her never-say-die brilliance

The Kerry woman signed off with a sublime two-try performance last month.

12.6k

Dec 27th 2021, 8:00 AM

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Getting a job offer in Dubai the day after captaining Cork to an All-Ireland final

Linda Collins speaks to The42 since moving to Dubai and taking a break from Cork camogie.

17.9k

Dec 24th 2021, 7:00 PM

# Skipper

This has been one of POM's most interesting captaining challenges

The 32-year-old says it has been about keeping things as “cool and chilled as possible.”

5.1k

Dec 10th 2021, 8:44 AM