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# mag 7

All time
# Crunch time
'Exceptional' Connors a key selection as Leinster bid to unseat Saracens
Dropping an established international like Josh van der Flier is testament to Leinster’s depth and their ability to use it.
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Sep 18th 2020, 4:00 PM
# Magnificent 7
Hard-hitting Will Connors ready for 'that next step'
The Kildare openside has yet to feature in Europe for Leinster, but has already caught they eye of Andy Farrell.
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Dec 30th 2019, 7:20 AM
# Magnificent 7
Relentless Van der Flier forever chasing sky high standards
The Wicklow man is a natural fit in Ireland’s back row, so it’s easy to forget he is still encountering firsts aplenty in his career.
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Feb 3rd 2018, 7:30 AM
# mag 7
Sean O'Brien: It would be huge honour to captain Ireland, but if it's not to be I'll soldier on
The flanker is not often spoken of as captaincy material, but would jump at the chance if it was offered.
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Jan 18th 2016, 4:28 PM
# curtain raisers
The Magnificent Seven: Premier League openers
There’s only 10 of these every season you know.
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Aug 17th 2012, 1:00 PM
# taking a stand
Magnificent Seven: podium controversies
Sometimes athletes have more on their mind than what to do with that bouquet of flowers.
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Aug 10th 2012, 12:29 PM
# superstition
The Magnificent Seven: Unlucky moments in sport
We’re getting into the spirit of Friday the 13th with these seven shockers.
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Jul 13th 2012, 1:14 PM