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2023
# next step
West Ham confirm signing of rising Ireland star Jessie Stapleton
The 18-year-old arrives ahead of the 2023/24 Women’s Super League.
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Jul 28th 2023, 10:38 AM
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'It's not about getting to the final, it's about winning it' - Leinster's ambition
Leo Cullen’s side will face La Rochelle again in the Champions Cup final.
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May 1st 2023, 1:40 PM
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Leinster's quarter-final spot confirmed as Toulon rage at 'scandal'
Leo Cullen’s men will face Exeter or Lyon next weekend.
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Apr 2nd 2021, 6:22 PM
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'My dad was thinking of sneaking in, I had to tell him not to do it'
Dan Leavy said his knee ‘felt perfect’ as he completed his long-awaited comeback for Leinster.
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Oct 26th 2020, 8:00 PM
# next step
Leinster and Munster players free to return to training after Covid-19 tests come back clear
The second phase of testing with Connacht and Ulster will commence this week.
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Jun 21st 2020, 5:14 PM
# project restart
Premier League clubs to vote on return to contact training proposals
Players and managers are to be consulted on the proposals ahead of a meeting on Wednesday.
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May 25th 2020, 12:09 PM
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Quigley to continue on comeback trail with second fight in seven weeks
‘I’ve seen it in training and I’ve felt it myself: there is a change there and click of things back in place again.’
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Jan 8th 2020, 12:25 PM
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Celtic midfielder Ntcham: I want Marseille move because Scottish football level 'is not high'
The Scottish champions face a fight to keep the €15 million rated midfielder amid interest from Ligue 1.
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Jul 6th 2019, 2:27 PM
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Folau says he has 'a lot of rugby left' despite sacking
The Wallabies confirmed the sacking of the the star fullback last week.
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May 20th 2019, 7:20 AM
# Schooling
Different class: champion jockey Donnacha O'Brien looking towards the future with trainers' course
‘The plan for now is to continue riding,’ he says.
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May 17th 2019, 11:25 AM
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'He’s a big game player' - Cooney ready for possible Six Nations debut
The Ulster scrum-half provides back-up to the returning Conor Murray against England.
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Feb 1st 2019, 1:02 PM
# next step
Kildare's Dennis Hogan secures world title shot after impressive display Down Under
The Irishman defeated Jamie Weetch of Wales to set-up a world title challenge against Jaime Munguia next year.
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Dec 15th 2018, 2:49 PM
# next step
Munster man Tadhg Beirne's move home to Ireland already paying off
The 26-year-old will make his first start under Joe Schmidt against Italy tomorrow.
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Nov 2nd 2018, 6:45 AM
# next step
Three wins from three see Ireland's young guns coast into Euro 2019 Elite Round
The dream of reaching next summer’s finals in Scotland is well and truly alive.
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Oct 8th 2018, 4:46 PM
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Ireland top their pool despite England defeat as Hockey World Cup quarter-final looms
Ireland will play either India or Italy in their quarter-final.
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Jul 29th 2018, 11:33 PM
# next step
Ireland storm into Hockey World Cup quarter-finals after sensational win over India
A penalty corner goal from Anna O’Flanagan proved to be enough to send Ireland through to the knockout stages of the tournament.
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Jul 26th 2018, 4:03 PM
# Green Light
Government approves plan to hold blasphemy referendum in October
A referendum on the role of women in the home will also be held in October.
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Jun 12th 2018, 6:10 PM
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Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta appears to confirm next destination
The 34-year-old is going to his “new home” with his “friend” Hiroshi Mikitani, owner of Japan’s Vissel Kobe.
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May 23rd 2018, 11:33 PM
# Abortion
TDs approve Eighth Amendment referendum Bill
Health Minister Simon Harris said Ireland’s abortion law must change to help women who are currently “isolated and neglected”.
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Mar 21st 2018, 9:30 PM
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Ireland are firm favourites but Schmidt warns of new Welsh strengths
Warren Gatland’s team have been using their forwards to pass the ball more often.
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Feb 16th 2018, 6:25 AM
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'We're under no illusions how tough it will be:' Ireland preparing for tricky Italian job
Ireland are looking to get back to winning ways in the Six Nations against Italy.
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Feb 9th 2018, 12:47 PM
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DJ Carey's IT Carlow progress to Fitzgibbon Cup semi-finals after strong second-half display
A first-half goal from Seán Downey proved to be a crucial score against Limerick IT.
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Feb 7th 2018, 9:30 PM
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Star forward David Clifford hits nine points as Kerry minors seal All-Ireland semi-final spot
The defending All-Ireland champions overcame Louth with 10 points to spare in Portlaoise.
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Aug 5th 2017, 3:27 PM
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'I'm definitely ready for a world title fight': Katie Taylor looking to bigger prizes
Taylor pulled brought her professional fight record to (6-0) following a third-round stoppage win over USA’s Jasmine Clarkson.
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Jul 30th 2017, 11:55 AM
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MMA talent Sinéad Kavanagh looks to extend her flawless pro-record tonight
The SBG fighter is looking for her fifth consecutive win in the professional ranks.
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Feb 24th 2017, 7:30 AM
# Handy
FA Cup draw: Chelsea, Spurs and Man United handed favourable fourth-round ties
The big guns have been kept apart.
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Jan 9th 2017, 8:06 PM
# natural progression
Former Tipp star Shane McGrath takes a further step in his coaching career
Having previously captained his county, McGrath will now take the reins at Kilruane MacDonagh’s.
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Dec 31st 2016, 5:18 PM
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Cork champions Carbery Rangers book their place in Munster semi-final
Ronan McCarthy’s side dismissed Limerick champions Monaleen at the Gaelic Grounds.
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Oct 30th 2016, 5:04 PM
# In Demand
Paul O'Connell turns down forwards coaching role with Grenoble
The 36-year-old has yet to make a decision on his future in rugby.
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Jun 3rd 2016, 9:09 AM
# Paulie
Paul O'Connell has been talking to the IRFU about his coaching future
The 36-year-old former lock has been in discussions with the union.
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Jun 1st 2016, 8:00 AM
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Sonny Bill expected to sign on with New Zealand for another Rugby World Cup
The 30-year-old is also being tipped to join the Blues for next year’s Super Rugby season.
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May 31st 2016, 3:27 PM
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Schmidt considering changes as Ireland look to build on solid foundation
Mike Ross and Cian Healy may come into the selection mix for the France clash.
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Feb 8th 2016, 12:41 PM
# next step
After a global expansion, Netflix's next aim is to have the same shows everywhere
Its CEO says that “over the next five to ten years”, they will see content on Netflix consistent across all countries.
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Jan 7th 2016, 12:26 PM
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Conor McGregor outlines where he goes from here after dethroning Jose Aldo
A featherweight title defence, a lightweight title shot… or both?
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Dec 13th 2015, 11:36 AM
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Letter from London: Schmidt's Ireland get World Cup show on the road
Murray Kinsella has landed in the English capital after a week at St. George’s Park.
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Sep 25th 2015, 10:30 PM
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O'Brien returns as Schmidt picks strong Ireland XV for visit to England
Tadhg Furlong will provide loosehead cover from the bench with Cian Healy still missing.
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Sep 3rd 2015, 2:21 PM
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Captain O'Connell set to be unleashed as Ireland turn to Scotland Test
A number of Joe Schmidt’s squad players impressed during the win over Wales in Cardiff.
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Aug 10th 2015, 8:49 AM
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Lives changing: Adjusting to a new home after homelessness
The final step out of homelessness isn’t easy.
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Oct 3rd 2014, 5:30 PM
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Gavin Duffy weighing up return to GAA after release from Connacht
The fullback played his final game at The Sportsground last weekend and is on the verge of completely retiring.
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May 8th 2014, 12:23 PM
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'Winning World Cups is achievable' - Nucifora says Ireland cannot limit ambition
The IRFU’s newly-appointed Performance Director wants to see more young Irish players in first-team action.
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Apr 17th 2014, 12:51 PM