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2023
Shamrock Rovers’ impact: ‘I don’t see their entry into the league as bad news’
Ireland's injury list is incredible but they have the quality to win big in Rome
Relaxed Ireland kick off momentous World Cup year in sprightly Spain
UCC and UL gear up for unlikely Sigerson Cup decider
Champions League returns: English sides are vulnerable, PSG in crisis and Napoli the dark horses
The world's two best teams battle for Six Nations supremacy in Dublin today
'There's not a hotel room available' - Wexford ready for Galway with silverware on the line
Can Galway and Kerry stay perfect, Cork-Dublin rivalry and growing frustration
Gatland's return gives Wales bounce but Ireland are deserved favourites
Westmeath's big statement, bouncing back from the basement and managerial changes
Young talent still emerging but Racing visit a reminder of what Leinster are losing
Munster chasing back-to-back Interpro crowns as Leinster take on Ulster
Leinster primed to silence Gloucester's Shed despite absence of key leaders
Ulster, Connacht and Leinster can all make the most of an intriguing day of URC action
All time
'I’ve a point to prove, but not so much to Irish coaches and selection, more for Ulster'
Constitution Hill, Facile Vega, A Plus Tard - A star-studded cast for Christmas festivals
Lancaster: 'Completely different' Munster should be confident ahead of Leinster meeting
Railway on track for three-in-a-row in AIL decider against Blackrock
Beleaguered Brive up next as Connacht look to shape season in Challenge Cup
World Cup semi-finals: Dreams of Messi and Morocco on the line amid prospect of repeat final pairing
After their travel nightmare, Leinster must be close to best against Racing
World Cup quarter-finals: Messi or Van Gaal's last stand, England to find out if they are the real deal
England among the flawed contenders as World Cup gets to the serious business
Munster locked-and-loaded for massive night in Edinburgh
Ireland's strong favouritism is well-earned but Wallabies still a threat
Final four? Surprise package? Biggest flop? Our writers' World Cup predictions
Ireland step up Euros prep against Haaland-less Norway in B-Side friendly international
Farrell's ruthless streak means players know they must seize opportunity against Fiji
Brutal Boks pack and the Bomb Squad mean Ireland have to go up another level
Consistency key for Leinster's Deegan in bid to push up Ireland pecking order
Re-energised Munster team must lift the pressure with win over Bulls
'Realistic' Ireland ready for the biggest game in their history in World Cup play-off
Leaders Dublin University set to face UCD as Terenure host Cork
All eyes on Hampden as Ireland set to learn World Cup play-off fate
Champions League becoming Liverpool's last salvation as they go 'back to the basics'
Connacht will need something special to topple star-studded Bulls
'It would be my greatest achievement as a coach, a manager and a player'
Ireland need to prove a point in Dublin reunion with Armenia
Return of POM and co. should see Munster past under-fire Dragons
Ireland's youngsters two games away from history