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Jamison Gibson-Park remains a doubt as Leinster prepare for Munster
Leinster and Ireland scrum-half Jamison Gibson-Park remains a doubt for Saturday's BKT United Rugby Championship clash with Munster as he continues recovery from a groin injury. The 34-year-old has not featured in any of the province's first four games of the season, including their Champions Cup opener at the weekend. Assistant coach Tyler Bleyendaal explained that although their star man is back in light training, it is still very much a wait and see situation if he features at the weekend.
Jack O'Donoghue proud as Munster victorious on emotional night
It's never easy for Munster, and they are often an emotional team, but this week was like no other. Saturday night’s 33-25 win over Racing 92 came ten years and one day on from the sad passing of then-Munster head coach Anthony Foley, on the eve of a fixture against the same team.
Five-try Munster hold off Racing in tight Cork clash
Munster got their Investec Champions Cup campaign off to a winning start thanks to a 33-25 win over Racing 92 in Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday night. A five-try win, but without a bonus point under the new rules, Clayton McMillan's men kept their 100% record in the Cork venue intact, with Brian Gleeson, Shay McCarthy, Tadhg Beirne, Fineen Wycherley, and Player of the Match Craig Casey all getting in on the act.
Edwin Edogbo signs new contract up to 2029
Updated / Thursday, 15 Oct 2026 15:22 The 23-year-old has earned 31 caps for his province so far Munster and Ireland second-row Edwin Edogbo has signed a new two-year contract with the province and the IRFU that will see him remain in red until 2029. The 23-year-old made his Ireland debut back in February's Six Nations win over Italy, and has become a vital cog in Clayton McMillan's team since returning from successive long-term injuries across 2024 and early 2025.
Ulster storm back to steal epic draw with Munster
In the ultimate tale of two halves, Ulster and Munster shared the spoils in a high-scoring 26-all draw at Affidea Stadium. Clayton McMillan's men held a 26-5 half-time lead in this URC inter-pro derby, but tries from Jacob Stockdale, David McCann and Stuart McCloskey meant they will add three points to their table haul for the second week running. The visitors were forced into three late changes prior to kickoff.
Live United Rugby Championship: Ulster v Munster updates
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Live Euro U21 qualifier: Republic of Ireland v England updates
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John Caulfield wants FAI Cup run to be a springboard in Galway
Galway United manager John Caulfield wants to give more local fans a reason to get behind the side as preparations continue for their Club Orange Men's FAI Cup semi-final against Derry City on Saturday. A full-house is expected in Eamonn Deacy Park for the afternoon kick-off as ticket sales tick towards the marker, and for Caulfield, who has been in situ since August 2020, excitement is building ahead of a rare cup run for the Galwegians.
Jared Payne embedding a 'strike to score' mentality at Munster
Like every coach, Jared Payne has his own philosophy in how he sees the game. "Play fast. Strike to score quickly. Play smart." It all sounds pretty simple, but having a philosophy and implementing one at the top level is a whole other ball game. Payne made the move back to Ireland over the summer, having spent time with Clermont and the Scarlets following his departure from Ulster back in 2022.
Craig Casey back, Diarmuid Barron and Alex Nankivell ruled out of Bulls clash
Munster will welcome back Ireland internationals Craig Casey and Jeremy Loughman to the fold for this weekend's BKT United Rugby Championship clash with the Bulls, but Diarmuid Barron, Alex Nankivell, Jack O'Donoghue and Mike Haley have been ruled out. Both Casey and Loughman missed their opening round defeat to the Glasgow Warriors due to their stand down having been involved in Ireland's summer tests; but are set to return for the round two clash.
Live URC: Lions v Leinster updates
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Aoife Wafer ruled out as Ireland make six changes for Japan test
Updated / Friday, 25 Sep 2026 12:30 Aoife Wafer misses out due to injury Ireland head coach Scott Bemand has made six changes to his side to face Japan on Sunday (12.45pm) in Galway's Dexcom Stadium, with Aoife Wafer missing out due to injury. There is also a debut cap in the offing for Munster's Beth Buttimer from the bench as part of a rotated Irish selection. Cliodhna Moloney-MacDonald misses out so Neve Jones starts at hooker with Eilís Cahill making her first start at tighthead prop.
Gus McCarthy: Leinster looking to 'prove a point' in opening URC rounds
Having made a slow start to last year's URC season, Leinster hooker Gus McCarthy has stressed that the defending champions will have a point to prove this time around. Leo Cullen's men open their title defence away to the Lions in Johannesburg before a trip back down to sea level to face the Sharks in Durban. Leinster started last season in South Africa too, but fell to consecutive defeats to the Stormers (35-0) and Bulls (39-31), which gives them plenty of motivation this time around.
Jacques Nienaber: 'We're working as hard as we can' to retain URC title
Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber has said that despite being two-time defending champions, his squad are working as hard as they can to retain their crown. Speaking on Monday ahead of their season opener against the 10Bet Lions, the former South African coach admitted he is happy with where Leinster are at currently. "I think we're working as hard as we can", he said.
Ireland v USA women: All you need to know
TV Ireland v USA is live on TG4 Player and Spórt TG4 on YouTube. ONLINE We'll have a live blog, report and reaction from Ireland v USA on www.rte.ie/sport. RADIO Listen to live commentary of Ireland v USA on RTÉ Radio 1's Sunday Sport. WEATHER Although the best of the summer sunshine appears to be behind us, showers are not expected in Dublin on Sunday afternoon, leading to a dry day with temperatures hovering around 15C.
Alex Nankivell: ' I would love to stay here at Munster'
Munster centre Alex Nankivell has confessed his wishes to remain in Ireland and with the province for the foreseeable, as he heads into his fourth season at the club, and a contract year. The former Chiefs back joined up with the province in Autumn of 2023, and has been a shining light since his arrival, culminating in winning Munster player of the year for the 2025/26 season.
Clayton McMillan: 'Diligent' Jack Crowley patiently playing waiting game with blood vessel injury
Munster head coach Clayton McMillan has stressed that out-half Jack Crowley is heeding all of the professional advice needed as he seeks to return from a long-term injury at the turn of the new year. The Cork man has not played for the province since April's URC victory away to Benetton, missing Ireland's summer tests, and has since been ruled out until the new year following medical advice, the club confirmed last month.
Dorothy Wall revitalised as Ireland target five wins this window
Ireland lock Dorothy Wall is injury-free and ready to hit the ground running as Ireland ramp up preparations for the WXV Global Series. The Tipperary woman featured in all five of Ireland's Six Nations games this year having made a successful return from injury, but now feels in a great place with a full pre-season under her belt. "In actual fact, I actually felt like it did my body the world of good", she told RTÉ Sport.
Pre-season wrap: Leinster and Ulster cruise to victory
It was another positive weekend of pre-season action as Ulster and Leinster both recorded comfortable home victories. In their final game before the start of the season, Ulster overpowered the Ospreys in the Affidea Stadium, while Leinster flexed their muscles in defeating Italian side Zebre Parma. New signing Chay Mullins was among the try scorers in Belfast There was further Friday night delight for Ulster as they held off a strong Ospreys fightback to record a second victory in as many weeks.
Live Amgen Irish Open round 3 updates: Shane Lowry leads
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Niamh O'Dowd determined to nail down starting shirt once again
Ireland prop Niamh O'Dowd is determined to win back the starting loosehead jersey in the upcoming test window, but knows that Ireland's strength in depth makes it a difficult task. Ireland will play five games across September and October, four of which under the WXV Global Series umbrella, with many viewing the block as a chance for Scott Bemand to blood new options, and to rotate his squad.
Irish duo Eve Higgins and Anna McGann proving online personality enhances visibility
In a sport where bland personalities often tend to get rewarded, women's rugby provides the necessary antidote as prescribed for the soul. The Irish team are a shining light of this theory. Despite hitting real doldrum times in the early part of this decade, the women's game has never been healthier on the island; powered by the personalities in green who show up on and off the field. The biggest names in the online space are arguably Anna McGann and Eve Higgins.
Mack Hansen hails Stuart Lancaster's influence as Connacht target silverware
Connacht back Mack Hansen has paid tribute to the early groundwork Stuart Lancaster has done at the province, as they target silverware in the upcoming 2026/27 season. The Ireland and Lions star only featured once for his province last year due to a series of injuries, but now in year two of the Lancaster project, the focus is on further progression following a return to the URC play-offs last year.
True Dub Stacey Flood excited for rugby's Tallaght debut
Having togged out in green at the Aviva Stadium, Ringsend native Stacey Flood has said she cannot wait for Ireland's Tallaght debut on Sunday, 20 September. By her own admission, Flood is a true Dub, steeped in a Dublin sporting family. Her sister Kim also represented Leinster and Ireland in rugby as well as the Dublin ladies Gaelic footballers. That passion is present in the stands, meaning the Ireland full-back is expecting the full clan to turn out when Ireland play host to the USA.
'Inspiration is all around' as Ireland prepare for WXV Global Series
As the Ireland women's rugby squad reconvene for their upcoming test window of WXV Global Series games, Fiona Tuite-O'Sullivan says she feels inspired by the trailblazers across Irish women's sport, especially over the past summer. "It's all around, literally inspiration is all around us now", she told RTÉ Sport. "Ireland are thriving in women's sport, and it's unbelievable to see. We're literally the best in the world in so many aspects and so many different games.
Round up: Ulster and Connacht bag first pre-season wins
Ulster and Connacht recorded their first pre-season victories in two tense tussles over the weekend. On Friday night, Richie Murphy's Ulster scraped past fellow URC challengers Edinburgh in Scotland, three weeks prior to their opening league clash on 25 September. As for Connacht, they were big winners over English CHAMP side Ealing Trailfinders, who's squad featured four Irish players.
Refreshed Josh van der Flier ready for World Cup year
Leinster and Ireland flanker Josh van der Flier knows that nothing is won in early September, but that doesn't mean that the 2027 Rugby World Cup escapes the imagination ahead of the start of the 2026/27 season. Speaking at the launch of the IRFU’s new men’s and women’s national team jerseys at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery this week, the 33-year-old was in fine form, which could be attributed to a healthy body and mind.
Blow for Charlie Smyth as New Orleans Saints sign set to veteran kicker Daniel Carlson
Updated / Monday, 24 Aug 2026 17:29 Smyth led the Saints to four wins last season NFL franchise New Orleans Saints are poised to sign veteran kicker Daniel Carlson, in a blow to Charlie Smyth's bid to remain as the team's starting kicker for the 2026 season. The Co Down native, who played in each of the Saints' last six games of the 2025 regular season, signed for the franchise in the summer of 2024 having come through the NFL's International Player Pathway Programme.
Women's Interprovincial Championship Round 3: All you need to know
Updated / Friday, 21 Aug 2026 07:42 Leinster and Connacht will be hoping to advance to next week's final FIXTURES Round 3: Saturday, 22 August Ulster v Leinster, Affidea Stadium at 2:30pm Connacht v Munster, Dexcom Stadium at 4:15pm TV Watch every game on the Spórt TG4 YouTube channel. Online Match reports on RTÉ News App and on rte.ie/sport.
Golden girl Kate O'Connor already citing 'big plans'
Ireland's latest gold medal winner Kate O'Connor is excited to relax, reset, and then return to action in 2027 striving to become the best in the business in time for the next Olympics.
Breaking Kate O'Connor wins European heptathlon gold in Birmingham
Updated / Saturday, 15 Aug 2026 20:06 The 25-year-old won Ireland's third medal of the Championships Kate O'Connor has won a gold medal in the women's heptathlon at the 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. The 25-year-old, who took home silver at last year's World Championships, finished the final event, the 800m race, in a time of 2:11.74, taking third place. It is Ireland's third medal of the Championships, following on from Mark English and Rhasidat Adeleke.
Linda Djougang among IRFU's 31-player central contract squad
Updated / Friday, 14 Aug 2026 16:16 Djougang (left) has amassed over 50 caps for Ireland Ireland prop Linda Djougang is the most high-profile returnee named on the Ireland's centrally contracted players list for the 2026/27 season. The announcement for this season sees a trimming in size, down from 35 last season, and also does not involve the likes of Aoife Wafer, Brittany Hogan or Sam Monaghan, who ply their trade in England.
Ian Madigan: Hard to see Ronan O'Gara 'wearing the blue of Leinster'
Former Ireland out-half Ian Madigan has weighed in on Leinster's search for a new head coach, but admitted that it is unlikely we see Ronan O'Gara in the hot seat. "(With) the likes of Ronan O'Gara who is obviously over in La Rochelle, could he potentially come back? I personally don't see that happening," Madigan explained.
Women's Interprovincial Championship Round 2: All you need to know
Updated / Friday, 14 Aug 2026 06:52 Defending champions Munster made a dream start last time out FIXTURES Round 2: Saturday 15 August Munster v Ulster, Virgin Media Park at 2:30pm Leinster v Connacht, Energia Park at 4:30pm TV Watch all eight games on the Spórt TG4 YouTube channel. Online Match reports on RTÉ News App and on rte.ie/sport. Round two of the Vodafone Women's Interprovincial Championship takes place on Saturday as Munster go in search of a spot in the final with a game to spare.
Ireland lock Henderson sidelined for 'a number of months' after hip surgery
Updated / Tuesday, 11 Aug 2026 14:14 Henderson will miss the start of the new season Ulster and Ireland second-row Iain Henderson has been ruled out for the start of the 2026/27 season after undergoing surgery on a hip injury during the summer, the province confirmed. The 34-year-old, who has not played since being sent off in Ulster's draw with the Stormers back in May, is now expected to miss "a number of months" as he recovers from the operation.
Women's Interprovincial Series 2026: All you need to know
FIXTURES Round 1: Saturday 08 August Munster v Leinster, Virgin Media Park at 2:30pm Ulster v Connacht, Affidea Stadium at 4:15pm Round 2: Saturday 15 August Munster v Ulster, Virgin Media Park at 2:30pm Leinster v Connacht, Energia Park at 4:30pm Round 3: Saturday 22 August Ulster v Leinster, Affidea Stadium at 2:30pm Connacht v Munster, Dexcom Stadium at 4:15pm Finals Day: Saturday 29 August 3rd v 4th and 1st v 2nd in Dexcom Stadium TV Watch all eight games on the Spórt TG4 YouTube channel.
Cricket Ireland CEO Sarah Keane appointed to the ICC's 'Afghanistan Task Force' ahead of ODI
Cricket Ireland have confirmed that they are working with the ICC, with CEO Sarah Keane appointed to a 'Afghanistan Task Force', ahead of the men's team clash with Afghanistan in the first of five One Day Internationals on Wednesday, in a statement released to RTÉ Sport. The news comes amid a controversial backdrop surrounding the fixture, due to the ruling Taliban's treatment of the women's team, who have been forced to flee as women are banned from playing sport.
Michaela Walsh closes in on back-to-back Commonwealth gold medals
Updated / Friday, 31 Jul 2026 16:56 Walsh has medalled at each of the previous three games also Northern Irish boxer Michaela Walsh moved one step closer to back-to-back Commonwealth gold medals, after advancing through her semi-final this afternoon in Glasgow. The 33-year-old, who won gold in Birmingham in 2022 and silver in Melbourne (2018) and Glasgow (2014) prior to this year's games, defeated Fiji's Jasmine Daunakamakama in the women's 57kg semi-final on Friday afternoon.
26 magical moments from the 2026 football championship
The 2026 AISFC was simply unique. Year two of the new rules, gifted upon the nation by the FRC, and with that we shall always be in their debt. Few could have predicted what would unfold across the summer, as of the 84 championship matches across provincials, Sam Maguire and Tailteann Cup; we witnessed hit after hit of classic encounters.
Sharlene Mawdsley included in Irish European Athletics squad after injury scare
Updated / Tuesday, 28 Jul 2026 16:20 Sharlene Mawdsley will compete in the women's 400m and the women's 4x400m relay Sharlene Mawdsley has allayed injury concerns from the recent National Championships after being named in a 20-person Irish squad for the upcoming European Athletics Championships in Birmingham (10-16 August).
Kate O'Connor takes early lead in heptathlon morning session at Commonwealth Games
Updated / Tuesday, 28 Jul 2026 13:38 O'Connor sits in first place after the first of four sessions Kate O'Connor's quest to win back-to-back Commonwealth Games medals in the women's heptathlon got off to a dream start on Tuesday morning. The Newry native, who took home silver at the 2022 Games in Birmingham, sits in first place in the overall standings following the first two events.
Former Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt linked with short-term Ulster role
Updated / Tuesday, 28 Jul 2026 13:12 Joe Schmidt left Ireland after the 2019 Rugby World Cup Former Leinster and Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt is reported to be on his way back to Ireland to take on a consultancy role with Ulster this upcoming pre-season. Schmidt (60) has not coached in Ireland since stepping aside as national team head coach at the end of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Rhys McClenaghan misses out on medal in men's pommel horse at Commonwealth Games
Updated / Monday, 27 Jul 2026 15:38 Rhys McClenaghan failed to add to his previous Commonwealth Games medal haul 2024 Olympic gold medallist Rhys McClenaghan missed out on a third Commonwealth Games medal in succession, after a sixth place finish in the final of the men's pommel horse on Monday afternoon. The 24-year-old entered the games off the back of winning silver in 2022 and gold in 2018, but failed to add to his or Northern Ireland's tally this time around.
James Lowe signs for Japan club Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath
Updated / Monday, 27 Jul 2026 08:30 James Lowe will link up with the Japanese club next season Former Leinster and Ireland winger James Lowe has signed for Japanese franchise Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath. Lowe, who won 45 caps for Ireland during his spell in the country, departed Irish rugby off the back of a very public and drawnout contract saga with Leinster. Now he's headed for pastures new.
Kerry player ratings: Breen best as Kingdom fall short
Kerry's bid to win back-to-back All-Ireland titles came up short on Sunday. Here's how we rated them. Called into action to claim some dropping shots from the Mayo forwards, but the Dr. Crokes goalkeeper would have liked to have the Darragh Beirne goal back, given his saving abilities. Although he made up for it with a stellar stop of a Kobe McDonald shot. A man for the big occasion, Murphy was a composed figure throughout for Kerry in spite of Mayo's brilliant attackers.
Mayo player ratings: Forwards to the fore on day of joy
After 75 years of anguish, Mayo are All-Ireland champions for the fourth time. Here's how we rated Andy Moran's men. 1. Jack Livingstone - 7.5 Playing in his first final, the Breaffy shot-stopper can feel slightly let down by his teammates' inability to reclaim his long kick-outs in the first half. However, he mixed it up as the game went on, and grew into the final, making an important save with the final kick of the game.
Live All-Ireland Camogie Championship semi-final: Galway v Kilkenny updates
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Finals experience something to be savoured for Galway United - Trill
Updated / Friday, 17 Jul 2026 07:58 Galway United manager Phil Trill Galway United manager Phil Trill has urged his players and the club's community not to take success for granted as they prepare for their third final in four seasons when they take on Shelbourne in Saturday's All-Island Cup final in Tolka Park. The Tribeswomen saw off Cliftonville in the debut season of the competition in 2023, before a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout win over Shamrock Rovers a year later.
Jackman: Ireland have too few 'lineout gurus'
Former Ireland hooker Bernard Jackman pointed towards a lack of "lineout gurus" as one of the reasons for Ireland's set-piece woes in Saturday's win over Japan in Newcastle. Part of the frustration would have been the scrum and lineout, an area where Ireland found themselves largely on the backfoot, thus stymieing any chance of the quick speed of ball they adore. "We don't have a natural line-out guru", Jackman started by saying. "I'd say, or one or two line-out gurus (at most).
Shelbourne boss Sean Russell expecting high-quality All-Island Cup decider with Galway United
Tolka Park plays host to the 2026 All-Island Cup final this coming Saturday, as hosts Shelbourne take on two-time winners Galway United in a clash fit for it's billing. WIth 11 rounds into the Premier Division played, and a mere two points separate these two sides, this game is likely to be close as the only previous meeting this year produced a scoreless draw back on 16 May. That game too was played in Dublin, and keeping the visiting westerners subdued is sure to be the aim for Sean Russell.
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