The 42

Czech-ing in

'You live for these moments': Irish fans descend on Dublin Airport to begin pilgrimage to Prague

Republic of Ireland supporters begin the march to Prague from Dublin Airport for World Cup play-off with Czechia.

9 hrs ago

distribution

Limerick v Cork league final tickets to be sold through counties and clubs

7 hrs ago

Homecoming

In pics: Ireland's Kate O'Connor returns with World Indoor bronze medal

9 hrs ago

prep work

Tana Umaga and ex-Scotland captain Mike Blair among new All Blacks backroom appointments

10 hrs ago

small steps

Tiger Woods to make competitive return in TGL with Masters looming

10 hrs ago

Today's news

Horse Racing

Nicky Henderson confirms the death of 'unforgettable' stable star Sir Gino

1 hr ago

squad update

Ireland pair return to Ulster ahead of Zebre trip as Shanahan and Hume recover from concussion

3 hrs ago

Return

Liam Rushe to make dramatic comeback for Dublin hurlers

4 hrs ago

Under fire

Czech football rocked by match-fixing controversy ahead of Ireland game

4 hrs ago

Hanging up the boots

Connacht's Jack Carty to retire at the end of the season

4 hrs ago

Turn back time

Quiz: How well do you remember Ireland's play-off history?

Test your memory ahead of Thursday’s clash with Czechia.

5 hrs ago

the 42

Countdown to Prague Enjoy the pick of our build-up coverage ahead of Ireland's World Cup play-off against Czechia

Retrospective

The last Irish international to score a winning goal in Prague

Jake O'Brien Exclusive

'Not everyone wants to be looking at footballers doing all the flashy things. A lot of it is false'

The Gaffer

'People have to really stick together here': how the spectre of catastrophe shaped Hallgrimsson

Exclusive

'We just have to do whatever we possibly can to win' - Ryan Manning ready for moment of a lifetime

John Egan

'If we weren’t in the squad we’d probably be trying to get a ticket'

5 hrs ago

Pastures new

Ex-Premier League and Bohemians striker Lys Mousset finds a new club

5 hrs ago

Dates For The Diary

Four Munster hurling games on GAA+ as 2026 schedule revealed

6 hrs ago

distribution

Limerick v Cork league final tickets to be sold through counties and clubs

7 hrs ago

Nothing To See Here

'That’s all nonsense' - Klopp dismisses rumours linking him with Real Madrid job

8 hrs ago

Czech-ing in

'You live for these moments': Irish fans descend on Dublin Airport to begin pilgrimage to Prague

Republic of Ireland supporters begin the march to Prague from Dublin Airport for World Cup play-off with Czechia.

David Sneyd

reports from Dublin Airport

9 hrs ago

Homecoming

In pics: Ireland's Kate O'Connor returns with World Indoor bronze medal

9 hrs ago

Teamsheets

O'Donoghue captain as Tipperary name U20 side for Munster opener

9 hrs ago

prep work

Tana Umaga and ex-Scotland captain Mike Blair among new All Blacks backroom appointments

10 hrs ago

small steps

Tiger Woods to make competitive return in TGL with Masters looming

10 hrs ago

Yesterday

23rd March 2026

Addition

Bohemians assistant Stephen O'Donnell to link up with Ireland U21s

20 hrs ago

looking ahead

Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Czechia?

21 hrs ago

Analysisfront up rise up

Bundee's belligerence typifies Connacht's quality in Ulster

Stuart Lancaster’s men made 229 tackles in their impressive win over Ulster.

Murray Kinsella

22 hrs ago

50m

unflappable

Michael Lyster: An irresistible charm, a honeyed voice, and in pursuit of craic forever

The man who held it all together as he spent decades presenting RTÉ’s GAA coverage has passed on.

Declan Bogue

23 hrs ago

RIP

Igor Tudor learned of father’s death after Tottenham’s defeat on Sunday

23 hrs ago

memory lane

Self-sabotage, cruel luck and the Republic of Roy Keane: Ireland's play-off record

A look back at Ireland’s 10 previous tournament play-offs.

Gavin Cooney

23 Mar

Champions

Neary the St Mary's hero as they win first Leinster Schools Senior Cup title in 24 years

23 Mar

Start Preparing

Here's your guide to RTÉ's coverage of Ireland's World Cup play-off semi-final v Czechia

23 Mar

Boost

'Their leadership is critical' - Munster welcome return of Irish trio after Sharks mauling

23 Mar

Soccer

Ireland camp revels in 'cup final' atmosphere as they build towards World Cup play-off

Assistant head coach John O’Shea and captain Nathan Collins insist Boys in Green can use Budapest momentum as inspiration in Prague.

David Sneyd

reports from FAI headquarters, Abbotstown

23 Mar

PodcastRugby Weekly Extra

Brilliant Connacht best Ulster in Belfast, Munster in precarious spot, and Leinster fall short

squad update

Andrew Porter available for Leinster, while Ryan Baird returns to full training

23 Mar

On the Move

Ex-Munster man Ben Healy joins Newcastle on loan

23 Mar

LOI

Joanna Byrne reiterates commitment to Drogheda United following her removal as co-chairperson

23 Mar

AnalysisDublin Woe

Two relegations in five seasons: how Dublin football lost its aura

Defeat in Galway spelled the end of a miserable league campaign for Dublin.

Declan Bogue

23 Mar

fine margins

Pádraig Harrington narrowly misses out on victory on PGA Tour Champions after playoff battle

23 Mar

La Liga

Griezmann to talk with Orlando City, Vinicius stars as Real win Madrid derby

23 Mar

I Regret Nothing

'I am human' - Pep defends wild celebrations as Man City win Carabao Cup

23 Mar

Memories

'He brought so much joy to so many people' - tributes paid to Michael Lyster

23 Mar

statement

Joanna Byrne removed as director of Drogheda United, club owners confirm

23 Mar

final day

'They are playing the best football in the country at the minute' - McGeeney on Kerry

23 Mar

embrace the moment

'It's fear that holds you back, that's what you regret. Ireland have to believe they can win'

Richard Dunne was at the heart of an infamous World Cup play-off defeat to France, but Thierry Henry’s handball is not the source of pain.

David Sneyd

23 Mar

Sunday

22nd March 2026

PGA Tour

Matt Fitzpatrick bounces back to win Valspar Championship

22 Mar