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'Every Irish team, when nobody gives them a chance, that's when they step up into the light'
Amber Barrett and Ireland face Finland in a crucial World Cup qualifier in Helsinki this evening.
Talented Cork man Crowley gets Munster out-half audition against Ospreys
Ronan O’Gara tried to bring the Cork Con playmaker to La Rochelle.
'It's easier to silence that kind of noise... I feel a bit vindicated'
Leinster’s Jack Conan starts in the number eight shirt against Glasgow again tonight.
Ulster out to maintain perfect start as Lions present first real test of the season
Ulster will welcome the first of the new South African teams to Belfast tonight.
Kenny aiming to keep the momentum rolling as Qatar come to Dublin
The manager is now aiming for a first home win, before a sell-out crowd at the Aviva Stadium.
A tale of two clubs as top-class international 'keeper Budden eyes FAI Cup with Shels
The shot-stopper faces her former club, Galway, in tomorrow’s semi-final.
Leinster's mixture of class and consistency will be too much for Dragons to cope with
Leo Cullen’s side take on the Dragons today in Rodney Parade.
'This is their team' - Casey and Coombes lead the way for Munster progress
Johann van Graan’s side host the Stormers at Thomond Park tonight.
Fresh faces, new coaches, and old rivalries to kick things off as men's AIL finally returns
Lansdowne host Con in the pick of tomorrow’s fixtures, while Old Belvedere will stream their opener with Naas tonight on YouTube.
'This is a historic moment': TG4 brings Women's National League to live TV for first time ever
Analyst Laura Cusack says she’s thrilled to be part of the coverage.
A huge day for Irish women's rugby as Ireland aim for World Cup spot
Adam Griggs’ side face Scotland in Italy at 5pm.
Can Connacht take the next step? It all starts tonight in Cardiff
Andy Friend’s men are aiming to reach the knock-out stages of the URC this season.
'No fear of failure' as Ireland look to halt seven-game losing streak against Sam Kerr and Co
That said, Vera Pauw believes that ‘performance is a result’ in tonight’s friendly against Australia.
The Connacht depth chart: A new Tongan lock and dealing with Buckley injury
Andy Friend has a 43-man senior squad coming into the new season.
The Munster depth chart: Zebo's return and the promising young guns
Johann van Graan has seen five senior forwards depart during the summer.
Two of big three contesting a final again and red card appeals before O'Duffy Cup heads for new home
Galway and Cork will meet in the senior All-Ireland camogie final this afternoon.
Ireland's desperately-needed win looking unlikely against high-flying Serbia
Ireland are on the cusp of mathematical elimination, with their manager under increasing pressure.
Dublin's Drive for Five, a Royal rising like no other and an exciting new-look All-Ireland final
Will it be five-in-a-row chasing Dublin or fairytale newcomers Meath climbing the steps of the Hogan Stand?
'All the pressure is on Dublin, they're red-hot favourites. Meath have nothing to lose'
Fairytale senior newcomers Meath stand in the way of Dublin’s Drive for Five tomorrow.
Kenny's Ireland must avoid the failings of Luxembourg debacle in tricky Azerbaijan tie
A first competitive win is in sight at Lansdowne Road tonight, but the manager is stressing the need for intensity.
Kenny's Ireland hoping to be more than bit-part players on the night Ronaldo takes centre stage
Ireland face a daunting World Cup qualifier task against Portugal in Faro tonight.
The €560k-a-week superstar, the under-fire manager and all you need to know about Ireland's upcoming opponents
Portugal are looking to put a disappointing Euro 2020 behind them.
'Nothing to fear... all to play for': Máire Ní Bhraonáin predicts a tense Dublin v Meath clash
And as her second year as presenter of Ladies Football coverage on TG4 comes to a close, Ní Bhraonáin reflects on the journey so far.
Cork's 'great chance,' Limerick's 'know-how' - Tony Kelly and Jamie Barron preview final
The Clare and Waterford stars are in agreement one one thing, anyway: Sunday’s showdown will be ‘interesting’.
'I don't think many would have said we'd be in the knockout stages' - Wexford hoping to take down Cats
A place in the All-Ireland semi-final is up for grabs this Saturday evening in Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
Top 4? Worst signing? Our writers' 2021-22 Premier League predictions
The English top-flight recommences this evening.
'We've got to try and be true to ourselves' - Bohs braced for dizzying Europa challenge against PAOK
The Greek giants visit the Aviva Stadium for tonight’s first leg of the third qualifying round of the Europa Conference League.
A six-year layoff to making history in Croke Park - Cavan chase hurling glory
The Breffni county face Fermanagh in the Lory Meagher Cup final this evening.
Bohs hold advantage but seeking improved performance against Dudelange at the Aviva Stadium
Keith Long’s side lead from the first leg, with a glamour tie against Greek giants PAOK in sight.
Lions and Springboks' clash in Cape Town has the makings of a classic
Warren Gatland’s tourists will need to get out in front in the first half.
Bohemians the latest Irish side to face Luxembourg test in quest for European progress
Keith Long’s side face Dudelange in the second qualifying round of the Europa Conference League tonight.
Lions get final chance to earn Test spots in Cape Town clash with Stormers
South Africa A face the Bulls this afternoon with the first Lions Test now just a week away.
This Lions tour is about to go up a few notches tonight in Cape Town
Conor Murray leads the Lions for their biggest challenge yet.
Much-changed Lions aim to make best of the rematch nobody wanted
Yesterday’s negative PCR results were a great relief to the Lions camp.
David Meyler: Euro 2020 has been tough for an Irishman in England but Italy will do the business
Our football columnist previews Sunday’s final at Wembley Stadium.
Ireland U20s go hunting for Triple Crown against England side who 'can do a bit of everything'
The two teams meet in Cardiff this evening.
League specialists v championship conquerors - greatest rivalry renewed on the biggest stage
Cork and Dublin face off in the Lidl Ladies National Football League Division 1 final in Croke Park this evening.
'We know each other well. It's always a battle' - All-Ireland finalists renew rivalry in league decider
Kilkenny and Galway will do battle in the Division 1 final later this evening.
Key storylines and players to watch in today's Division 1 league semi-final showdowns
There’s a big weekend of ladies football action ahead.
The teams, storylines and pundits set to dominate as the Euros finally kick off
The craziest iteration of the tournament for the craziest of times, and it all kicks off tonight.