Controversy in Portlaoise. Meath secured a famous 0-23 to 1-16 win over Dublin in Portlaoise this evening, their first over the Sky Blues in 15 years. It also gave the Royals a first Leinster SFC final since 2020. And perhaps it was what Dublin deserved after luckily avoiding a first-half red card. Kilmacud Crokes defender […]

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The Rebel legend was having none of it. Cork were big winners over Tipperary in their Munster SHC clash this afternoon, with the game finishing 4-27 to 0-24. There was controversy from the off, when Tipperary youngster, Darragh McCarthy, was sent off after striking Seán O’Donoghue before throw-in. With the Premier County a man down, […]

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One of the earliest red cards we have ever seen. The ball hadn’t even been thrown in during Cork’s Munster SHC clash with Tipperary, when there was a tussle at the Rebel end. It was hard to see initially what had happened with the cameras focused on the centre of the field, before the game […]

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A huge moment at the very start of the game. The ball hadn’t even been thrown in during Cork’s Munster SHC clash with Tipperary, when there was a tussle at the Rebel end. It was hard to see initially what had happened with the cameras focused on the centre of the field, before the game […]

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The former Cork player was not impressed. During the first half of Clare and Waterford’s Munster SHC clash, Déise man Dessie Hutchinson received a yellow card for a challenge on Adam Hogan. However, the replay showed that the Banner man went down rather dramatically after being touched on the elbow. When asked by RTÉ presenter […]

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The rap god saw the potential. Aaron McKenna moved to 6-0 as a professional when the Monaghan prospect stopped an opponent for the fourth time back in 2018. McKenna was tasked with taking on Abel Reyes, who was 4-1 going into the bout, at Fantasy Springs Casino in California. And while the Irishman was likely looking to […]

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Ever the controversial pundit. Ever since his return in January following a lengthy injury, Ireland and Leinster hooker, Dan Sheehan, has been in sensational form. In nine matches since his comeback the 26-year old has scored 12 tries. To put that into perspective, the try-machine, wing-wizard, Louis Bielle-Biarrey, only has ten tries in his last […]

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A massive call in their game against Wexford. Dublin were given a hugely fortunate break in their Leinster Hurling Championship clash against Wexford, at Parnell Park. With the Yellowbellies up 3-14 to 0-20, the Sky Blues were awarded a penalty when Cian O’Sullivan was fouled in the box. Seán Currie’s strike looked to have been […]

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They are not happy. GAA streaming service, Clubber, have come out strong against the owners of illegal ‘dodgy boxes’. Clubber provides coverage from 14 counties, including Cork, Kerry, Tipperary, and Waterford, and shows over 1,500 every year, including club and underage games. It costs €149.99 for an annual pass and around €11.99 for one match, […]

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A surprise interruption during today’s game. Celtic’s inevitable title celebrations were briefly stalled during their game against Dundee United at Tannadice Park. In the middle of the first half, Hoops fans threw oranges onto the pitch to protest the ticket prices for away fans. They were charged £42 for a ticket, while season ticket holders […]

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The Déise legend has some thoughts. Ahead of Waterford’s Munster Championship opener against All-Ireland winners Clare, Déise icon John Mullane gave his view on the current crop of stars. Waterford have not won an All-Ireland since 1959, nor a Munster title since 2010, and their last appearance in the final of both competitions came in […]

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Not his finest moment. On the latest episode of the Offload podcast, with former Ireland players Tommy Bowe and Donncha O’Callaghan, the latter recounted an embarrassing tale involving one of the greatest players of all time. The topic of idols came up, with Bowe singling out ex-All Black winger Christian Cullen as a player he […]

9 months ago

ROG knows a thing or two about coaching. There were a few eyebrows raised when Johnny Sexton received a call-up to be part of Andy Farrell’s Lions coaching ticket. The former Ireland and Leinster out-half has only been working with the Ireland team since November, and was also named after the main announcement of the […]

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The Hoops boss was coy with the media. Marc Canham stepped down as FAI CFO earlier in the week, following a relatively unpopular three-year reign. There was little improvement at the organisation during his time, and the feeling throughout Irish football is that a change was needed. When asked about his view on Canham’s time […]

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The defending champions were off the pace Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are in a tie for 28th, after an opening round of eight under par at the Zurich Classic in New Orleans. The pair are the defending champions in the team event, with the first and third rounds played in fourball format, with both […]

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Players need to start moving. There seems to be a shift in the rugby landscape in Ireland, with a series of inter-provincial loan moves happening in recent weeks. We have seen Andrew Smith move to Munster, where he starred in their loss to Bordeaux at the weekend, scoring a stunning solo try. Michael Milne and […]

9 months ago

We’ve got our crystal balls out. We have already made our Ireland prediction for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, so we move on to the 2031 tournament in the USA. With the competition over six years away, and so much talent to choose from, it will be interesting to see how many, if […]

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A brilliant quip from the Munster legend. On the Offload podcast, with former Ireland players Tommy Bowe and Donncha O’Callaghan, the topic of Rieko Ioane’s and Johnny Sexton’s spat was brought up. With the All Black joining Leinster at the end of the year, there has been much talk about his insulting words to Leinster […]

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He knows from experience. Back in the mid-2000s, former Ireland midfielder, Kevin Kilbane, was a stalwart for David Moyes’s Everton side. He played for the Toffees from 2003-2006, amassing over 100 caps for the Merseyside club before leaving for Wigan. Everton’s most prominent Irishman since has, of course, been captain and club-legend Séamus Coleman, while […]

9 months ago

It is a much criticised new rule. Tyrone defeated Armagh, 3-15 to 1-11, in the Ulster U20 Football Championship quarter-finals at O’Neill park yesterday. It wasn’t a game that received much fanfare, but a moment towards the end of the first half encapsulated all that is wrong with one of Gaelic football’s most criticised new […]

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Johnny Sexton is on record that he is not a big fan. Scotland out-half Finn Russell has looked nailed on to once again make the Lions squad this summer, and has been the clear favourite to start for the test team, since his performance in the third test of the 2021 Lions tour to South […]

9 months ago

“I’m excited to continue the next chapter in my coaching journey with the Lions” The IRFU have announced that Johnny Sexton will be taking up a full-time role with Ireland men’s senior team, having been part of the coaching ticket on a part-time basis over the past year, mainly helping out with the outhalves. The […]

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Changes are coming down in Munster. With head coach Graham Rowntree and forwards coach Andi Kyriacou having left Munster back in October, the province have been without a permanent forwards coach for a significant portion of the season. Ireland women’s forwards coach, Alex Codling, has stepped up in the meantime, but is now focused on […]

9 months ago

“It is with a heavy heart that I am announcing my departure from Connacht Rugby.” Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins has stepped down with immediate effect. The Englishman had been on sick leave for the last four games. Scrum coach Cullie Tucker will now take charge of the province for the rest of the season. […]

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“Will be back refreshed and ready to rock second half of 2026.” In a rather unexpected announcement, All Black Rieko Ioane and his club, the Blues, have confirmed that he will be replacing Jordie Barrett at Leinster next season. The 28-year-old partnered Barrett in the centre when New Zealand defeated Ireland at the 2023 World […]

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McIlroy was in his own bubble. One of the main talking points after Rory McIlroy’s win at the Masters on Sunday, were the post-round comments of his playing partner Bryson DeChambeau. The American revealed that there were no words between the two golfers during the 18 holes. He was asked how McIlroy was feeling ahead […]

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“It somewhat reminded me of me.” One of the most knowledgable heads in the game and one of the most willing to share their expertise, Padraig Harrington, sat down with the Indo Sport podcast, to relive Rory McIlroy’s historic Masters win. With the victory, he became the first European golfer to complete the career Grand […]

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A big announcement. The IRFU have announced that from August 2026, 40% of the wages of central contracts must be paid by the player’s province, an increase to the current figure of 30%. In a statement, the IRFU performance director, David Humphreys, revealed that the extra money will go directly into ‘pathway initiatives’ for Connacht, […]

9 months ago

The young man needs regular game time. Reports have emerged that David Moyes’ Everton could reignite their pursuit of on-loan West Ham striker Evan Ferguson. TEAMtalk understands that the Meath native is not wanted on a permanent basis by the Hammers, and that his parent club, Brighton, are looking to sell him for around £45 […]

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Sir Rory McIlroy…. According to a report from the Telegraph, Rory McIlroy is likely to be put forward for a knighthood as part of the honours list for the King’s birthday in June. The Northern Irishman became just the sixth golfer to win all four majors and achieve a career Grand Slam after his dramatic victory […]

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Answers from the man himself. Clare hurler and reigning Player of the Year, Shane O’Donnell, has provided an update on his injury situation. We initially reported back in February that he would miss the 2025 season after having shoulder surgery. However, more recent reports claimed that he was back in non-contact training and that it […]

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“And Angel Cabrera was the player I played with on the final day in 2011.” For years, Rory McIlroy’s performance in the final round of the 2011 Masters was held over his head. The Holywood man had a four-shot lead at the start of that day, but by the 10th hole, it had been whittled […]

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It was perhaps the wrong choice of word at the time… After Rory McIlroy’s epic Masters win last night, Sky Sports pundit and commentator, Paul McGinley, had his say on the Northern Irishman. But instead of unanimous praise for completing the Grand Slam after so many major near misses, the Dubliner quipped that McIlroy was […]

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Some fans were not pleased with his post-round comments. It was meant to be a back-nine showdown between Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau yesterday, but the American fell apart after his quick start, and finished four shots back after a three-over par final round at the Masters. Following the round, and prior to McIlroy’s play-off […]

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Incredible drama at Augusta And just like that, Rory McIlroy has banished all his major championship demons, and made up for all the near misses and chokes. With his victory at the Masters he has become just the sixth man ever to complete the career Grand Slam, following Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack […]

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Another big weekend in Europe. With Ulster knocked out last week, it is just three of the provinces in action in Europe this weekend. Leinster face Glasgow at the Aviva Stadium in their Champions Cup quarter-final, with Munster travelling to Bordeaux, while Connacht host Racing 92 in the Challenge Cup. Follow the action in our […]

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“I went out and got myself food poisoning and was really, really sick” We are back with the third episode of our Milestones series, where Irish sports stars share the stories and secrets behind memorable photos from throughout their career. If you haven’t already, be sure to check out our first two episodes, with former […]

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“It’s huge. It’s dad’s first winner.” There were emotional scenes at Leopardstown on Wednesday, as a horse owned by friends of the late Michael O’Sullivan won the last race on the card at the student day in Dublin. O’Sullivan died last February after falling off his horse during a race at Thurles. Friends of his […]

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“I thought that was actually quite embarrassing.” Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano met yesterday for a press conference, ahead of their headline fight at Madison Square Garden on July 11. It will be the third clash between the pair, with Taylor winning both, following their bout in 2022 at Madison Square Garden, and their rematch […]

9 months ago

“I don’t know why racing gets such a bad reputation.” Each year, horse racing comes under fire, with particular scrutiny around the time of the Grand National. The biggest race in the sport draws in a huge amount of eyes with casual punters joining the regulars, while critics also pipe up in their droves, due […]

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Some folk were not pleased at all. Most level-headed supporters breathed a sigh of relief after the news that Jack Crowley will be staying put at Munster for at least another two years. Yet, many took to social media to voice their complaints. After much speculation about a lucrative move to either England or France, […]

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“We urge all fans to exercise caution” If you see any tickets on sale for Friday’s Dublin derby between Shelbourne and Bohemians, proceed with caution. The League of Ireland clash game has been sold out for over a week now, with tickets to get into Tolka Park like gold dust. Shelbourne have since issued a […]

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“The one thing that tripped them up in 2024…” Jim McGuinness’s Donegal side made light work of Derry in the opening round of the Ulster Championship at the weekend, with a 1-25 to 1-15 victory. The reigning Ulster champions are currently second favourites at the bookies for All-Ireland glory this year, behind league-champions Kerry. They […]

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“I think he has a big decision to make.” There is a widespread belief that, at 26 years old, Ireland and Liverpool keeper Caoimhin Kelleher must make a move away from the Reds sooner rather than later. The Cork man has improved his stock this season, stepping in impressively on several occasions for the injured […]

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“I loved every second of it.” In just his seventh professional game, and his third Champions Cup outing, Ulster winger Zac Ward was a class above most players on Sunday, as his side took on one of the favourites for this season’s Champions Cup, at a packed out Stade Chaban-Delmas. The crowd would have been […]

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“I met the guys behind the scenes.” Dublin legend Philly McMahon has revealed that he had the chance to succeed Mickey Harte as Derry manager, before the role went to Paddy Tally last November. Speaking on the GAA Social podcast, the eight-time All-Ireland winner said: “I met the guys behind the scenes from Derry and […]

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“The speed of Cork. They’re the favourites now.” Former Clare star Anthony Daly has made a bold call about his county’s All-Ireland chances. Speaking on RTÉ’s The Sunday Game, the two-time All-Ireland winner and three-time All Star was not too hopeful for the Banner’s chances. While teams do not put nearly as much effort into […]

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“I was boring on there as well. That was drab as well.” Man United and Man City played out one of the worst Manchester derbies in recent memory with their 0-0 Premier League draw at Old Trafford on Sunday. Neither side wanted to take risks or the game by the scruff of the neck, and […]

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His Bordeaux side are flying right now. This post was first published on April 7. Bordeaux have since won the 2025 Champions Cup, defeating Northampton in Cardiff, on May 24. Self described as a ‘farming enthusiast from Co. Clare’, and someone who has never even played rugby, Noel McNamara is, currently, the best Irish coach […]

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“For a second. I thought Jack Crowley was with me.” Ronan O’Gara was extremely gracious in defeat after his La Rochelle side lost 24-25 to Munster in the Champions Cup yesterday. And it was an O’Gara-esque drop goal from Jack Crowley that made the difference, with a three-pointer out of nothing on 68 minutes, putting […]

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