Alexis Mac Allister among the breakout stars of the Qatar World Cup
A World Cup which concluded with Argentina’s victory over France on penalties on Sunday saw a number of players enhance their reputation.
Dublin Sport News
Eoghan O'Donnell: Dublin hurlers must target silverware
Dublin hurlers won't be going into the new year looking to just make up the numbers - they're looking to compete for the game's biggest prizes, according to captain Eoghan O'Donnell.
Men's Super League: Trinity Meteors and The Address UCC Glanmire continue to set MissQuote.ie Super League pace
Trinity Meteors and The Address UCC Glanmire continue to be the teams to catch in the MissQuote.ie Super League, after both came through tricky encounters, away at Singleton SuperValu Brunel and Waterford Wildcats respectively, to improve their records to 9-1.
Irish Argentines: From Foxford to Buenes Aires via Donabate
While we can't claim Diego Maradona or Leo Messi as Irish, the World Cup has revealed a link between Ireland and Argentina thanks to Alexis MacAllister, the Brighton midfielder whose father Carlos also played for Argentina.
'The bottom line is the decision was wrong' - Passionate McFarland slams move to Aviva Stadium
Ulster head coach Dan McFarland says the decision to stage their Heineken Champions Cup meeting with La Rochelle at the Aviva Stadium was "wrong" and has called out tournament organisers EPCR for removing their home advantage.
Antoine Hastoy stars for La Rochelle as they hold off spirited Ulster comeback
Antoine Hastoy scored 26 points as La Rochelle made it two wins from two in Pool B of the European Champions Cup, holding firm to beat Ulster 36-29 in a remarkable game at the Aviva Stadium.
Ulster CEO Jonny Petrie frustrated after Champions Cup venue switch
Ulster's Heineken Champions Cup meeting with La Rochelle will now take place behind closed doors at the Aviva Stadium, after the Kingspan Stadium pitch was deemed unplayable by the EPCR, a decision that has frustrated Ulster CEO Jonny Petrie.
Cullen's focus staying inward after Leinster's facile win over Gloucester
Leo Cullen says he was pleased at how his Leinster side "kept their focus" in their win against Gloucester, but wouldn't be drawn on whether their 57-0 victory raises questions about the structure of the Heineken Champions Cup.