Noel McNamara: 'Hiding' Sam Prendergast in defensive line not an option
Noel McNamara and Bernard Jackman believe Ireland should trust in Sam Prendergast's defence for Saturday’s crucial Guinness Six Nations meeting with France at the Aviva Stadium.
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Troy Parrott spurred on by fond memories and cryogenics ahead of Tottenham clash
AZ Alkmaar forward Troy Parrott has no regrets about his time at Tottenham, but the Dubliner would be more than happy to score against his former club on Thursday.
Tom Wood and Will Wootton handed starts for Ireland U20s
Ireland boss Neil Doak has named his team to face France in the U20s Six Nations on Friday with a new half-back partnership of Will Wootton and Tom Wood.
England drop Marcus Smith and Henry Slade for Italy clash
England have dropped Marcus Smith and Henry Slade in a dramatic shake-up of the backline for Sunday's Guinness Six Nations clash with Italy at Twickenham (3pm, live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player).
Passion still burning bright for Ronan Maher as Tipperary show promise
The narrative around Tipperary senior hurling these past few years has been played on a loop and hard to avoid.
Conor Murray backs Ireland fans to have Aviva 'hopping' against France
Conor Murray has no doubt Aviva Stadium will be "hopping" for Ireland v France, even if the blockbuster clash has been given matinee status.
FA seek to increase ban on Millwall goalkeeper
The Football Association has submitted a claim to increase the ban on Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts after his challenge left Crystal Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta needing 25 stitches in his left ear.
RTÉ Rugby podcast: The view from France with Noel McNamara
Neil Treacy and Bernard Jackman are joined on the RTÉ Rugby podcast by Bordeaux-Begles attack coach Noel McNamara to preview Saturday's Guinness Six Nations meeting between Ireland and France.