# strength in depth

This year

2023

# strength in depth

Rowntree banking on impact of Munster's own 'bomb squad'

RG Snyman is among the replacements for tomorrow’s URC final, but is nonetheless expected to have a major influence.

9.1k

May 26th 2023, 1:46 PM

# strength in depth

'The squad that Rowntree inherited, I didn’t feel it was equipped for silverware'

Munster’s loss against Glasgow was discussed on Rugby Weekly Extra.

17.2k

Mar 27th 2023, 6:39 PM

# strength in depth

Under-strength Leinster outclass Cardiff in bonus point victory

Without their frontline internationals, Leinster still delivered a dominant victory.

21.2k

Jan 28th 2023, 7:13 PM

Last year

2022

# Building depth

'This season, we have this little bit more rotation so it keeps everyone keen and motivated'

Connacht captain Jarrad Butler says developing the squad’s depth is key to progress.

7.2k

Dec 12th 2022, 5:40 PM

# strength in depth

Lenihan: Tough competition for places at centre-back is not dispiriting

The Middlesbrough centre-back is not fazed by the options available to Stephen Kenny at centre-back.

3.8k

Nov 14th 2022, 3:37 PM

# strength in depth

Man City defender joins Irish centre-back trio at Burnley

CJ Egan-Riley’s move could pave the way for Nathan Collins’ exit.

14.6k

Jul 1st 2022, 3:52 PM

All time

# strength in depth

Without Neymar and Messi, former Man United midfielder stars in PSG win

Ander Herrera scored a brace in the comfortable victory over Clermont.

9.6k

Sep 11th 2021, 6:56 PM

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Leinster's Lions help turn the screw as spirited Ulster fall to another defeat

Tried from Jack Conan and Robbie Henshaw helped Leo Cullen’s side come from behind to win at the RDS.

27.4k

May 14th 2021, 10:15 PM

# strength in depth

Cullen eager to see improved Leinster performance with extra 'punch' from the bench

The Leinster head coach couldn’t help but think of the players he couldn’t fit into his matchday 23 for tomorrow’s final

7.6k

Sep 11th 2020, 3:51 PM

# strength in depth

Ronaldo out with sinusitis, but Juventus still prevail

They beat visiting Udinese 4-0 in the late game, after Milan had dispatched SPAL, 3-0.

4.5k

Jan 15th 2020, 10:05 PM

# strength in depth

Liverpool name strong squad for Club World Cup as Kelleher set to start against Villa

The Reds will take their big-name players to Qatar, while a youthful side will play at Villa Park in the Carabao Cup on 17 December.

13.4k

Dec 5th 2019, 11:48 AM

# strength in depth

Barrett: 'It’s the most competitive Mayo squad that I’ve ever been involved in'

Mayo are in their first league decider since 2012.

6.3k

Mar 27th 2019, 10:07 AM

# strength in depth

'I keep the door open' - Klopp ready to make Liverpool additions during January window

The Reds boss will look to bolster his ranks over the winter if the right circumstances come along, a year after swooping for £75m Virgil van Dijk.

8.7k

Dec 24th 2018, 12:50 PM

# strength in depth

Leinster's alternative XV: Two Lions, 11 internationals and 251 caps

The defending Pro14 and European champions have so many options to choose from.

13.7k

Oct 12th 2018, 2:11 PM

# latest acquisition

Cork City bolster squad with the signing of Bray forward Coughlan

The 22-year-old was released by the cash-strapped Seagulls last week.

7.0k

Jul 11th 2018, 6:43 PM

# strength in depth

Leinster name strong team for Saturday's British and Irish Cup final

The province face Ealing Trailfinders tomorrow afternoon.

14.8k

May 11th 2018, 3:02 PM

# strength in depth

Leinster name strong 'A' team for tomorrow's B&I Cup semi-final

Adam Byrne, Ian Nagle and Josh Murphy all start against the Jersey Reds.

9.8k

Apr 20th 2018, 3:07 PM

# strength in depth

This Liverpool squad is the strongest I've ever worked with - Klopp

The man who led Borussia Dortmund to the 2013 Champions League final says there is huge competition for places right now.

9.2k

Feb 19th 2018, 6:41 PM

# strength in depth

Leinster facing big selection calls despite the loss of Ringrose and O'Brien for Glasgow

Competition for places fierce in the backline, the back row and at loosehead where Cian Healy returns from suspension.

9.9k

Jan 10th 2018, 7:30 AM

# strength in depth

Cork City's recruitment drive continues with the capture of Candystripes defender

Aaron Barry is the latest player to sign up with the double-winners.

5.3k

Nov 13th 2017, 4:04 PM

# incoming kiwi

Lowe's imminent arrival adds another weapon to Leinster's attacking armoury

Girvan Dempsey says the Kiwi could link up with the province next week.

15.5k

Oct 31st 2017, 10:30 PM

# strength in depth

Man City pay world-record fee for a defender to add Monaco full-back to their ranks

France international Benjamin Mendy joins Kyle Walker, Danilo, Ederson and former team-mate Bernardo Silva as Pep Guardiola’s summer arrivals.

9.7k

Jul 24th 2017, 2:10 PM

# strength in depth

Are Real Madrid better off without Gareth Bale?

The Welsh star faces a race against time to be fit for Sunday’s potentially title-deciding La Liga clash with Barcelona.

10.7k

Apr 21st 2017, 1:05 PM

# strength in depth

Ronaldo and Bale absent but Madrid still prevail in six-goal thriller

Real returned to the top of La Liga by beating Leganes, Alvaro Morata ensuring they did not miss the rested stars.

5.2k

Apr 5th 2017, 10:41 PM

# strength in depth

Tipp name strong side for Banner clash as Ronan Maher, Noel McGrath and 'Bubbles' return

Clare have made just two changes as they look make it two wins on the bounce.

7.2k

Mar 3rd 2017, 10:19 PM

# strength in depth

Rookies and youngsters - The Dubs who won the O'Byrne Cup final

What was effectively a third-string Dublin outfit still managed to win Leinster’s pre-season competition.

8.0k

Jan 30th 2017, 4:30 PM

# strength in depth

Mayo welcome back two Allstars to starting side while no Eoin Bradley for Derry

Colm Boyle and Ger Cafferkey return to the Mayo defence as Derry make two changes.

6.6k

Mar 6th 2015, 12:30 PM