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# Skipper

Last month
November 2023
O'Mahony's intriguing decision leaves Munster with a big call to make
O’Mahony’s future is still unclear as Graham Rowntree faces a tough decision.
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Nov 23rd 2023, 5:43 PM
Bruno Fernandes to the rescue in stoppage time as Man United labour to victory at Fulham
United scarcely troubled Fulham’s goal until Fernandes capitalised on sloppy Fulham play to produce a rare moment of quality in the game.
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Nov 4th 2023, 3:01 PM
This year
2023
The candidates to succeed Johnny Sexton as Ireland captain
James Ryan and Peter O’Mahony have plenty of experience leading their country.
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Oct 21st 2023, 8:30 AM
'There have been a few unfair headlines. Katie versus Vera, it's not a thing'
Ireland captain McCabe on Pauw departure and a ‘tough’ few weeks.
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Sep 18th 2023, 6:40 PM
Denise O'Sullivan captains North Carolina Courage to NWSL Challenge Cup glory
The Ireland midfielder lifted the trophy after a 2-0 win over Racing Louisville.
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Sep 10th 2023, 6:55 PM
'It really hits home on days like this' - Sexton raring to go for World Cup
The Ireland captain was impressed with the reception his team got in Tours.
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Sep 2nd 2023, 3:13 PM
'He's training as hard as ever' - Sexton awaits next week's verdict
The Ireland captain must face a disciplinary hearing and could miss World Cup warm-up games.
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Jul 5th 2023, 6:00 AM
Australia's most-capped skipper admits future uncertain
Michael Hooper says he has no idea what lies next after this year’s Rugby World Cup.
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Apr 13th 2023, 1:59 PM
'When you stand next to Johnny Sexton, you feel pretty special'
The Ireland captain will play his last Six Nations game tomorrow in Dublin.
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Mar 17th 2023, 2:54 PM
Chance of a Grand Slam against England is 'stuff of dreams' for Sexton
The Ireland captain was proud of his side’s adversity in Murrayfield.
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Mar 12th 2023, 6:56 PM
'I don’t think I’ve ever been as nervous as I was before a game' - Sexton
The 37-year-old Ireland captain explained the confusion around his HIA in Cardiff.
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Feb 4th 2023, 6:39 PM
Last year
2022
Cullen hails Ringrose's 'calm, composed' leadership after big Leinster win
The Leinster boss was pleased with how his players managed their long journey yesterday.
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Dec 10th 2022, 4:26 PM
'My brothers are giving me guilt, saying 'What are we going to do when you retire?''
Johnny Sexton remains as motivated as ever in a squad whose leadership group has developed.
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Nov 17th 2022, 7:15 AM
The relatable Tadhg Furlong is an inspired choice as Ireland captain
The 29-year-old Wexford man is not your stereotypical Irish rugby player.
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Nov 10th 2022, 6:00 AM
'I almost have to separate the opposition and the ref' - Sexton on captaincy
The 37-year-old will lead Ireland against South Africa this weekend in Dublin.
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Nov 1st 2022, 5:00 PM
'It’s a huge honour' - Jack Carty takes over as Connacht's club captain
The out-half succeeds Jarrad Butler in the top leadership role.
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Aug 23rd 2022, 4:10 PM
Declan Hannon says 'sheer stubbornness' got Limerick over the line
Hannon received the Liam MacCarthy Cup for the fourth time as captain.
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Jul 18th 2022, 6:35 AM
Wales captain Dan Biggar fit to start South Africa decider after shoulder injury
Wales are looking to back up their victory in Bloemfontein by winning the Test series.
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Jul 14th 2022, 1:11 PM
McNamee's late winner sees Finn Harps take spoils against Shelbourne
The Harps captain scored the only goal of the game in the 89th minute.
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Apr 29th 2022, 10:25 PM
'She's a fantastic person who encapsulates everything Ireland will stand for'
Nichola Fryday has enjoyed an impressive rise from Tullamore RFC to become the new Ireland captain.
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Mar 26th 2022, 8:00 AM
Sexton's mission for World Cup redemption with Ireland will be riveting
The Leinster out-half will play on until the age of 38 in his bid for further glory.
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Mar 9th 2022, 7:00 AM
'The Triple Crown would be a great thing and it's guaranteed if we win the last three'
Johnny Sexton is back to lead Ireland’s push for silverware in this Six Nations.
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Feb 24th 2022, 1:01 AM
Harry Maguire to remain Manchester United captain for rest of season
Red Devils boss Ralf Rangnick has rubbished reports that suggested Maguire could be replaced as skipper by Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Feb 18th 2022, 3:27 PM
'It’s like Sexto, he has a way with words... He's the right man for the job'
James Ryan captains Ireland in today’s Six Nations clash in Paris.
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Feb 12th 2022, 7:45 AM
Five-time All-Star Burke to captain Shefflin's Galway hurlers
Joseph Cooney has been named vice-captain.
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Feb 3rd 2022, 11:22 AM
'You’re picking up the phone thinking, 'Is it going to be good or bad news?''
Johnny Sexton is reveling in leading Ireland as they aim for Six Nations success.
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Feb 2nd 2022, 8:40 AM
Eddie Jones confirms that Owen Farrell will miss the entire Six Nations
The Saracens man has undergone surgery on an ankle injury.
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Jan 26th 2022, 9:53 AM
'I'm not sure the refs are going to be too happy having to deal with me and him!'
Johnny Sexton and Dan Biggar will face off as captains in their sides’ Six Nations opener.
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Jan 24th 2022, 12:00 PM
'In other years, we could have struggled to get back into the game then'
Munster captain Peter O’Mahony was happy with his side’s resolve in the closing minutes in Castres.
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Jan 15th 2022, 12:00 PM
Moycullen defender appointed Galway football captain
Matthew Tierney will vice-captain the side.
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Jan 10th 2022, 8:57 PM
Coen takes over from Aidan O'Shea as Mayo captain for 2022 season
The 26-year-old previously captained Mayo to All-Ireland minor and U-21 titles.
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Jan 2nd 2022, 12:59 PM
All time
This has been one of POM's most interesting captaining challenges
The 32-year-old says it has been about keeping things as “cool and chilled as possible.”
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Dec 10th 2021, 8:44 AM
Katie McCabe and Ireland happy to put smiles on faces with 'historic end to the year'
The skipper sparkled again as Vera Pauw’s side beat Georgia 11-0 last night.
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Dec 1st 2021, 7:15 AM
Katie McCabe: 'There's still a lot of football to be played'
The Ireland captain was keen to move on to the next one after last night’s disappointing result.
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Nov 26th 2021, 7:15 AM
Virgil van Dijk blasts 'awful, outrageous' Dutch performance
The Netherlands could only draw 2-2 against Montenegro.
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Nov 14th 2021, 4:21 PM
Ireland's US-born striker 'honoured and humbled' to captain Danish top-flight side
Kyra Carusa plays her club football with HB Køge.
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Aug 10th 2021, 12:34 PM
'Everyone is well aware Gats will make changes' - Lions skipper Jones
The tourists have big questions to answer mentally, tactically, and in terms of selection.
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Aug 1st 2021, 10:00 PM
'When I was told there was a chance, it was bordering on the surreal' - AWJ
The Lions captain will start against the Springboks this weekend.
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Jul 21st 2021, 3:30 PM
Jones resumes Lions tour captaincy as Price puts pressure on Murray at 9
The 35-year-old made his return from a shoulder injury in the win over the Stormers.
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Jul 17th 2021, 8:25 PM
'It's not an issue for me, I'm a player who wants to win the Test series'
Warren Gatland must decide whether Alun Wyn Jones is ready to start the first Test.
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Jul 15th 2021, 6:00 AM
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