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Rugby
Last year
2025
CONFIRMED
Furlong ruled out of Ireland's clash with England as Aungier called up
The 32-year-old has returned home to Ireland after a recurrence of his calf injury.
Irish Abroad
The Irish scrum-half who plays professional rugby for Benfica
Bray man Elliott Ryan is loving life in Lisbon and wants to play for Portugal.
On The 42Man in the Arena
'People only see us as rugby players, not as brothers, husbands, boyfriends'
undefeated
Dan Sheehan's double helps Leinster blast to bonus point against Stormers
Leo Cullen’s side extended their 100% record in all competitions with a 36-12 win at the Aviva.
big calls
Ireland's tight selection decisions show strength of 23 for England
Simon Easterby’s men had a big session in the Portuguese sun earlier today.
Depth
Ireland have luxury of strong options at 10 with Sexton influencing
Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley will both have parts to play in this Six Nations.
obrigado
Here's to Portugal becoming a major rugby destination
Ireland are set to visit Portugal to face Os Lobos in a Test this summer.
On The 42Rhys Ruddock
'When it's your dad doing it, you see the good but also the tough times'
Rhys Ruddock has followed his father, Mike, into coaching since retiring from playing.
PodcastThe 42FMMedia training is not a ‘personality transplant’: Leinster's side of the story
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greater goodURC to reshape some of Hansen's punishment into something 'more meaningful and impactful'
On The 42hope springs
'If there was ever a call, I’d love to take it' - Leinster's McGrath hopeful of Ireland recall
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