James McClean to retire from international football
Republic of Ireland winger James McClean has announced he will retire from international football at the end of this year.
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IHRB hearing will inquire into contentious Dundalk race
A date has been set for a referral hearing into events surrounding a contentious race at Dundalk more than three and a half years ago, as a result of what an Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board statement describes as "a comprehensive investigation".
RTÉ Rugby World Cup podcast: Breaking down Ireland v Scotland with Bernard Jackman and Dan Leavy
Neil Treacy is joined on the RTÉ Rugby World Cup podcast by former Ireland internationals Bernard Jackman and Dan Leavy to look ahead at this Saturday's meeting of Ireland and Scotland at Stade de France.
'An honour' - James McClean to retire from Ireland duty
James McClean has announced the November friendly against New Zealand will be his final appearance for the Republic of Ireland.
England rugby chief confirms Nations Cup plans, stands firm on job
Rugby Football Union (RFU) chief executive Bill Sweeney said on Wednesday discussions about a controversial Nations Cup tournament were in place as he remained confident about his ability to lead one of the sport's wealthiest governing bodies.
Tickles from 'uncomplicated' Rassie Erasmus touching Irish nerves
In a sport too often festooned with management speak, psycho-babble and cliches, rugby really doesn't know what to do with genuine characters.
Postcard from Tours: Ireland leave their mark on the Loire
As Tadhg Furlong wrapped up the final media assignment of the day at Stade de la Chambrerie, it marked the final bit of business at Ireland's home for the last five weeks.
Emma Byrne: No shortage of strong candidates to replace Vera Pauw
Emma Byrne reckons the FAI will have their pick of top-class managers queuing up to replace Vera Pauw.