Top Irish player ratings from this weekend
As Irish players returned to their clubs after the international break, it was a weekend that saw a number of players stand out.
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Springboks have faced toughest road to World Cup final
If South Africa go on to lift the Rugby World Cup trophy on Saturday in Paris, they will have done it the hard way by facing every other team in the top six of the current world rankings on their sometimes rocky journey to the title.
Courtney Lawes calls time on England career
England lock Courtney Lawes has said that he will retire from international rugby after the World Cup in France to spend more time with his family.
England's Lawes to retire from international duty after World Cup
England lock Courtney Lawes has said that he will retire from international rugby after the World Cup in France to spend more time with his family.
European wrap: Troy Parrott on target again for Excelsior
Republic of Ireland international Troy Parrott scored his third goal of the season for Excelsior as the Rotterdam side lost 4-2 at home to PEC Zwolle in the Dutch Eredivisie.
Shamrock Rovers thrash Drogheda United edge closer to title
Shamrock Rovers took a giant leap towards their fourth successive SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division title as they steamrolled over a beleaguered Drogheda United in emphatic fashion.
Women's Super League round-up: Katie McCabe brace earns vital win for Arsenal
Katie McCabe scored both of Arsenal's goals as they won 2-1 away at Bristol City in the Women's Super League.
LOI: Shamrock Rovers take big step towards title with comfortable win over Drogheda
Shamrock Rovers have taken a big step towards retaining their Airtricity League of Ireland title with a 5-0 win over Drogheda United.