Stephen Ferris expects James Ryan to get the nod to captain Ireland
Stephen Ferris believes James Ryan is the most likely of the main candidates to be named as Ireland captain.
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Irish Newport boss Graham Coughlan hoping for FA Cup tie against boyhood club Man Utd
Newport manager Graham Coughlan hopes to land a glamorous FA Cup tie against Manchester United – 45 years after the Red Devils reduced him to tears by losing the so-called “Five-minute final” to Arsenal.
Dundalk legend Dane Massey retiring while the 'going's good'
Five-time League of Ireland winner Dane Massey is embarking on a new chapter in his life after calling time on his playing career.
Champions Cup round 3 team of the week: Munster and Leinster lead the way
It was another mixed bag of results for the Irish provinces in round 3 of the Investec Champions Cup.
Chris Hughton accosted by angry Ghana fan after AFCON defeat
An angry supporter attempted to strike Ghana coach Chris Hughton after their upset loss at the Africa Cup of Nations finals on Sunday and was taken away by police, team officials confirmed on Monday.
Referee Joy Neville to retire at end of season
Referee Joy Neville, the first woman to officiate at a men's Rugby World Cup, has announced she will retire at the end of the season.
Leinster sweating on Ciarán Frawley rib injury
Leinster out-half Ciarán Frawley suffered a rib injury in Saturday's Champions Cup win over Stade Francais but hasn’t been ruled out of next weekend’s clash at Leicester.