Improving Ulster can claim home win against revitalised Munster
Interprovincials have a unique charm, one that’s predicated on the number of layers with which it’s possible to examine a contest.
Leinster look to restore their home fortress against Cardiff
It’s entirely fitting that Cardiff are the visitors to the refurbished, rebranded Laya Arena, given the Blues provided the opposition when Leinster took their first tentative steps into their new home at the RDS over two decades ago.
Coolmore and Godolphin superpowers pursue racing’s next big star in Dewhurst clash
Racing’s remorseless pursuit of the next big star will be key to Saturday’s Newmarket action and the prospect of a superpower clash in the 151st Darley Dewhurst Stakes.
Shaky start for AIL standard bearers has challengers eyeing away wins
The old order hasn’t seemed so endangered for years. Lansdowne, Clontarf and Cork Con – standard bearers and annual playoff contenders – have only one win between them so far this season. In this weekend’s third round of the Energia All-Ireland league, they host Old Belvedere, UCD and St Mary’s respectively, each with two opening wins to set the early pace.
Moycarkey-Borris hoping to hit the right notes on return to Tipperary showpiece
In sunshine and in sleet, Moycarkey-Borris men were certs to play in Semple Stadium on Tipperary senior hurling final day. Their Seán Treacy Pipe Band were as synonymous with the occasion as the faltering October light.
Meath GAA reveal Páirc Tailteann redevelopment to cost €26m
Meath GAA chiefs have revealed that the end cost of redeveloping Páirc Tailteann will be €26m – about €10m more than initial pre-Covid estimates.
‘I have to box clever’: Gemma O’Connor swaps Barrs sideline for centre-back
As Athenry and St Finbarr’s disappeared down the Hogan Stand tunnel at the end of last December’s drawn All-Ireland club camogie final, two legends of the game stayed out on the sideline for a chat and catch-up.
James McClean standoff with Derry City looms over FAI Cup trip to Galway
One of the more uncomfortable aspects of James McClean’s public falling out with Derry City is the regular presence of his brother Patrick McClean in the Candystripes’ line-up.