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"They're such a brilliant team."
"Physically, it's going to be the hardest game we've played since that game against them in the World Cup."
"We have to find another level."
Bernard Jackman looks ahead to Ireland v South Africa.
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"Physically, it's going to be the hardest game we've played since that game against them in the World Cup."
"We have to find another level."
Bernard Jackman looks ahead to Ireland v South Africa.
FULL POD: www.the42.ie/extra/?utm_s...
November 19, 2025 at 10:49 AM
"They're such a brilliant team."
"Physically, it's going to be the hardest game we've played since that game against them in the World Cup."
"We have to find another level."
Bernard Jackman looks ahead to Ireland v South Africa.
FULL POD: www.the42.ie/extra/?utm_s...
"Physically, it's going to be the hardest game we've played since that game against them in the World Cup."
"We have to find another level."
Bernard Jackman looks ahead to Ireland v South Africa.
FULL POD: www.the42.ie/extra/?utm_s...
"To be involved in the Lions Tests, it was a dream come true." the42.ie/6879110t
'To be involved in the Lions Tests, it was a dream come true'
James Ryan took another big step in his career during the summer in Australia.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:50 AM
"To be involved in the Lions Tests, it was a dream come true." the42.ie/6879110t
Republic of Ireland head coach Carla Ward has condemned the "ridiculous abuse" several of her players have been subjected to for not wearing a poppy this November.
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Ward condemns 'ridiculous abuse' of Irish players during poppy season
Katie McCabe, Caitlin Hayes, Abbie Larkin and Hayley Nolan did not wear a poppy in WSL action this November.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Republic of Ireland head coach Carla Ward has condemned the "ridiculous abuse" several of her players have been subjected to for not wearing a poppy this November.
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Here are the 4 teams Ireland could meet in the World Cup playoff semi-finals. the42.ie/6879109t
Here are the 4 teams Ireland could meet in the World Cup playoff semi-finals
The Boys in Green will come up against Poland, Wales, the Czech Republic, or Slovakia.
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November 18, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Here are the 4 teams Ireland could meet in the World Cup playoff semi-finals. the42.ie/6879109t
Wales win consigns Ireland to Pot 3 in World Cup playoffs. the42.ie/6879043t
Wales win consigns Ireland to Pot 3 in World Cup playoffs
The Boys in Green needed the Macedonians to avoid defeat, coupled with Austria not losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Wales win consigns Ireland to Pot 3 in World Cup playoffs. the42.ie/6879043t
Munster set to sign ex-Leinster tighthead Michael Alaalatoa: the42.ie/6878945t
Munster set to sign ex-Leinster tighthead Michael Alaalatoa
The IRFU are understood to have given approval for the NIQ signing.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Munster set to sign ex-Leinster tighthead Michael Alaalatoa: the42.ie/6878945t
Ireland's humiliating defeat by Andorra damages qualification hopes. the42.ie/6879010t
Ireland's humiliating defeat by Andorra damages qualification hopes
With Slovakia losing 4-0 at home to England, the Boys in Green would have moved within touching distance of the playoffs with a win.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Ireland's humiliating defeat by Andorra damages qualification hopes. the42.ie/6879010t
Kerry will open their Lidl Ladies National Football League Division 1 title defence with a trip to All-Ireland champions Dublin.
And the final returns to Parnell Park in 2026, having recently been staged in Croke Park.
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And the final returns to Parnell Park in 2026, having recently been staged in Croke Park.
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All-Ireland champions v holders in LGFA league opener as final returns to Parnell Park
Dublin and Kerry go head to head on opening weekend.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Kerry will open their Lidl Ladies National Football League Division 1 title defence with a trip to All-Ireland champions Dublin.
And the final returns to Parnell Park in 2026, having recently been staged in Croke Park.
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And the final returns to Parnell Park in 2026, having recently been staged in Croke Park.
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Cross kicks, hang time, a spiral bomb, and Ireland's clinical scores: the42.ie/6878111t
Cross kicks, hang time, a spiral bomb, and Ireland's clinical scores
Ireland controlled their game against the Wallabies with clever use of the boot.
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November 18, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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.@paulfennessy21 looks at which Ireland U17s starlets could become future senior internationals - the42.ie/6878711t
Which Ireland U17s starlets could become future senior internationals?
Michael Noonan and Rory Finneran were among the players to impress at the U17s World Cup.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:39 PM
.@paulfennessy21 looks at which Ireland U17s starlets could become future senior internationals - the42.ie/6878711t
Fulfil, which was founded in Ireland in 2016 and describes itself as a “functional snack brand”, replaces sportswear brand O’Neill’s who held the title sponsorship for the past three seasons
Fulfil snack bars to sponsor All-Ireland U20 hurling championship for the next three years
Fulfil replace O’Neill’s as title sponsors of the U20 hurling championship.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Fulfil, which was founded in Ireland in 2016 and describes itself as a “functional snack brand”, replaces sportswear brand O’Neill’s who held the title sponsorship for the past three seasons
Ringrose and VDF 'hit the ground running' ahead of Boks game: jrnl.ie/6878775t
Ringrose and VDF 'hit the ground running' ahead of Boks game
The experienced senior duo are both back available this week.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Ringrose and VDF 'hit the ground running' ahead of Boks game: jrnl.ie/6878775t
NEW: It is another gloriously happy day, as Sinéad and Gav continue to bask with the rest of you in the beautiful afterglow of Ireland’s victory in Hungary.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:15 PM
NEW: It is another gloriously happy day, as Sinéad and Gav continue to bask with the rest of you in the beautiful afterglow of Ireland’s victory in Hungary.
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Kelly Brady and Tara O'Hanlon called up to Ireland squad for Hungary.
Carla Ward's side conclude a training camp in Spain with a behind-closed-doors friendly.
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Carla Ward's side conclude a training camp in Spain with a behind-closed-doors friendly.
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Kelly Brady and Tara O'Hanlon called up to Ireland squad for Hungary
Carla Ward’s side conclude a training camp in Spain with a behind-closed-doors friendly.
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November 18, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Kelly Brady and Tara O'Hanlon called up to Ireland squad for Hungary.
Carla Ward's side conclude a training camp in Spain with a behind-closed-doors friendly.
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Carla Ward's side conclude a training camp in Spain with a behind-closed-doors friendly.
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World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz out of Davis Cup finale with injury
Hamstring injury after defeat to Jannik Sinner.
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November 18, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Ireland set for another battle royale as the Springboks look to settle a score: the42.ie/6877663t
Ireland set for another battle royale as Boks look to settle a score
The last four meetings between these two teams have been thrilling clashes.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Jamie Donley scores his first Northern Ireland goal to seal win over Luxembourg. the42.ie/6877846t
Tottenham youngster scores first goal in Northern Ireland win
Jamie Donley settled the contest with a 44th-minute penalty against Luxembourg.
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November 17, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Jamie Donley scores his first Northern Ireland goal to seal win over Luxembourg. the42.ie/6877846t
The Irishman who once helped Bradford earn a League Cup final spot signs for Sligo - the42.ie/6877783t
The Irishman who once helped Bradford earn a League Cup final spot signs for Sligo
Carl McHugh most recently spent six years playing in India.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:26 PM
The Irishman who once helped Bradford earn a League Cup final spot signs for Sligo - the42.ie/6877783t
"Seamus Coleman has to be in an Irish dressing room for the next ten years."
"The moment he has his last kick of a ball, he has to become part of the management setup."
This week's special episode of The Football Family is available for free: open.spotify.com/episode/2NsU...
"The moment he has his last kick of a ball, he has to become part of the management setup."
This week's special episode of The Football Family is available for free: open.spotify.com/episode/2NsU...
Hungary v Ireland - The aftermath, with Gavin Cooney, David Sneyd and Shane Keegan
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November 17, 2025 at 5:40 PM
"Seamus Coleman has to be in an Irish dressing room for the next ten years."
"The moment he has his last kick of a ball, he has to become part of the management setup."
This week's special episode of The Football Family is available for free: open.spotify.com/episode/2NsU...
"The moment he has his last kick of a ball, he has to become part of the management setup."
This week's special episode of The Football Family is available for free: open.spotify.com/episode/2NsU...