Tadhg Furlong believes pressure of Scotland game will bring best out of Ireland
Prop Tadhg Furlong believes Ireland have proven they can thrive under big-game pressure as they seek to avoid a shock Rugby World Cup exit.
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Robbie Henshaw's World Cup in the balance due to hamstring injury
Ireland centre Robbie Henshaw is expected to be unavailable until at least the semi-finals of the Rugby World Cup due to a hamstring injury.
Celtic winger Mikey Johnston returns to Republic of Ireland fold after injury
Celtic winger Mikey Johnston has returned to the Republic of Ireland squad for the Euro 2024 qualifiers against Greece and Gibraltar after missing last month’s double-header through injury.
Iain Henderson replaces James Ryan in Ireland team for crucial Scotland clash
Iain Henderson will start in place of vice-captain James Ryan in Ireland’s second row for Saturday’s pivotal Rugby World Cup clash with Scotland in Paris.
Julian Alvarez strike helps Manchester City overcome stubborn RB Leipzig
Manchester City struck twice late on to continue the winning start to their Champions League defence with a hard-fought 3-1 success at RB Leipzig.
Local boys Dan Burn and Sean Longstaff score as Newcastle stun PSG
Geordies Dan Burn and Sean Longstaff both scored to help Newcastle put Paris St Germain to the sword as Champions League football returned to Tyneside with a bang.
Rico Lewis is one of best players I have ever coached – Pep Guardiola
Pep Guardiola hailed Rico Lewis as one of the best players he has ever coached after his starring role in Manchester City’s hard-fought win at RB Leipzig.
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.