Peter O’Mahony says ‘banana skin’ label is disrespectful to Wales
Ireland captain Peter O’Mahony says it would be disrespectful to regard rivals Wales as a “banana skin” ahead of Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations clash in Dublin.
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How Lagos, Ibadan teams shared top honours at Polo festival
The final weekend of the prestigious NPA/GTCO 2024 Lagos International Polo Tournament provided another wave of triumphs, disappointments and astounding athletic achievements with Lagos-based teams letting out the biggest roars, dominating on all fronts.
Andy Farrell will not underestimate Wales in Ireland’s Grand Slam bid
Andy Farrell is braced for a “war of attrition” against winless Wales and knows any hint of complacency could wreck Ireland’s pursuit of successive Grand Slam titles.
EU Policy. UK blames Brussels as it pulls out of Energy Charter Treaty
The UK government has announced it is quitting a post-Cold War treaty that was intended to protect investments in petroleum-rich post-Soviet states, but has mainly been used by energy firms to sue western European governments, blaming bickering in Brussels for blocking reform.
The oldest country in Europe: What’s behind Italy’s ageing problem?
Italy’s ageing problem is starting to take a toll on the country’s world-famous ‘dolce vita’.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on India, family, returning to coaching and his time as United boss
“Do you know Tom Waits?” asks Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. “It’s 50 years since the debut album. I like him a lot.” In nearly three decades of knowing Solskjaer, it’s the first time conversation has moved away from football, the subject which consumes his life.
Eileen Gleeson takes pride in Ireland's tactical flexibility
After watching her team offer more evidence they have the tools to square up to quality teams, Eileen Gleeson leaned heavily into one word in particular: "adaptablity".
