Saturday 25 March

Today's Top Stories

# tough day

Inexperienced Ireland suffer chastening defeat to Wales in Six Nations opener

# Potential

Adapting to Italian football, harsh words from Rooney and representing Ireland

Conor O'Callaghan of Cork and Limerick's Colin Coughlan have got valuable game time during the league.

# through the gears

Anthony Nash: League semi-finals can jump-start hurling's year

# looking ahead

Do you agree with our Ireland team to face France?

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# Wrap

Peamount stay perfect, Shels drop more points and big win for Treaty

It was another busy Saturday in the Women’s Premier Division.

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# URC

Munster slip behind in top-four race as Glasgow secure memorable win at Thomond

The hosts trailed 28-0 at the break.

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# Onwards

Rory McIlroy reaches reach last eight at WGC Match Play in Austin

McIlroy beat Lucas Herbert in a quality contest which came down to the final hole.

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# Reaction

'You feel you have let people down' - Ireland have a lot to learn after heavy Wales defeat

Greg McWilliams said his squad would work tirelessly to show an improvement against France next week.

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# camogie leagues wrap

Tipp relying on pace-setters Cork for favour as Gaule strikes late again for Kilkenny

Elsewhere, Offaly have been relegated to the third tier after a defeat to Limerick.

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# five stars

All-action Katie McCabe display as Arsenal thrash rivals Tottenham to boost title hopes

The Ireland captain gave away a penalty, won one and impressed overall for the Gunners.

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# now they're sucking diesel

Hat-trick hero Blade inspires Connacht to bonus-point win over Edinburgh

The stand-in skipper was on fire as Andy Friend’s men made a huge push towards a URC playoff spot.

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# Lovely Hurling

Westmeath relegate Laois from Division 1, Offaly advance to Division 2A decider

The Faithful county overcame Kerry to book a final date with Kildare.

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# mcsauce

McTominay scores two late goals as Scotland cruise past Cyprus

Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn scored his 16th Scotland goal early on before McTominay struck twice from the bench.

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# Young Guns

Limerick open Munster U20 hurling title defence with win over Waterford

The reigning champions finished up four-point winners at the Fraher Field.

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# tough day

Inexperienced Ireland suffer chastening defeat to Wales in Six Nations opener

The Welsh physically dominated Ireland in a bonus-point victory in Cardiff.

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AS IT HAPPENED

Wales v Ireland, Women's Six Nations

Kick-off at Cardiff Arms Park is at 2:15.

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# point apiece

Late drama as Clare and Tipperary all square in Munster U20 hurling opener

Clare senior panellist Patrick Crotty was the home hero.

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# Ladies Football

Two first-half goals key as Cork finish league campaign on a high against Meath

Libby Coppinger and Eimear Kiely raised the all-important green flags at Páirc Uí Rinn.

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# evan decrees

Analysis: Why Evan Ferguson is asked to bring more than just goals to Ireland

A look at the impressive tactical strengths to Ferguson’s game.

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# Big Move

Top Australian rugby league star Sua'ali'i to switch codes and join Waratahs in 2024

The 19-year-old league superstar will be available to bolster the Wallabies when the British and Irish Lions tour in 2025.

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# MUFC

Qataris submit second bid to buy Manchester United

Sheikh Jassim, the chairman of Qatar Islamic Bank and the son of a former Qatari prime minister, placed his second-round offer overnight.

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# LOI

Kerry FC condemn racist abuse of players on social media during defeat to Athlone

‘Kerry FC condemns discrimination in football and will not tolerate any form of hate towards any of our players or staff,’ the club said in a statement.

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# Work to do

Maguire six back at halfway mark of Drive On defence in Arizona

A late rally has kept Maguire just about in touch with the three joint leaders.

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# looking ahead

Do you agree with our Ireland team to face France?

Stephen Kenny has some tough calls to make ahead of the vital Euros qualifier.

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# through the gears

Anthony Nash: League semi-finals can jump-start hurling's year

We could do with two high-octane contests this weekend after a sluggish winter.

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# Political Football

'As long as they win, it’s okay. If they start to lose, there will be controversy'

French film-maker Sonia Dauger talks about the true political significance of the French football team, and the myth of the black-blanc-beur team of 98.

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# heading to france

Crystal ball gazing - What will Andy Farrell's Ireland World Cup squad look like?

The42 writers predict who the Grand Slam-winning coach may select.

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# Potential

Adapting to Italian football, harsh words from Rooney and representing Ireland

Festy Ebosele is enjoying life at Udinese after moving to the Serie A club ahead of this season.

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# URC

'It was good to see two proper teams go at it, it had a bit of everything'

Leo Cullen and John Dobson give their thoughts on Friday’s URC clash between Leinster and the Stormers.

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# Team by team

Final Four: How are the Allianz Hurling League semi-finalists shaping up?

Who has played the most? Who has scored the most? And who has learned the most from the league group stage?

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# keep an eye

Ireland players to watch as the 2023 Women's Six Nations kicks off

Greg McWilliams’ side open their campaign away to Wales this afternoon.

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# Interview

The Scottish-born winger who caught the eye on his Ireland debut

Mikey Johnston enjoyed a memorable first appearance against Latvia.

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# intolerance

FAI condemns racist abuse of Ireland underage players

It came following the U15 side’s back-to-back 6-0 wins over Latvia.

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# Wrap

High-flying Galway make it 6 from 6

John Caulfield’s men consolidated their lead at the top, while Kerry FC remain without a win.

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# coygig

Ireland's number one stars as Everton and Liverpool share points

Courtney Brosnan made two great saves to help earn her side a point.

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# like a fine wine

Zlatan Ibrahimovic makes history for Sweden, Man United star hits brace

The 41-year-old has become Euro qualifying’s oldest player, while Marcel Sabitzer impressed for Austria.

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# Take a Bow

Rory McIlroy through in Austin after rolling back years to outwit Keegan Bradley

The Holywood native eased to a 3&2 victory to win group three with a 100% record.

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# easy

Ireland's rivals France thrash Netherlands in group opener

Kylian Mbappe marked his first game as with two goals and an assist.

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# Ready to go

Cork and Kilkenny unveil starting teams for league hurling semi-final

Richie Hogan is set for his first start in over two years.

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# one versus two

Leinster secure top spot in URC table after thrilling draw with Stormers

Leinster were 17-5 down at half-time but rallied back after the break.

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# Winning

Shane Lowry resists fightback to knock Jordan Spieth out of WGC-Dell Match Play

The Irish star had already been eliminated following defeats by Taylor Montgomery and Mackenzie Hughes.

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# Sharp Minds

O'Shea: Concentration and experience key for Ireland in massive France clash

The West Brom defender wants Ireland to ‘write their own history’ against the back-to-back World Cup finalists on Monday night.

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# Ruthless

Bayern Munich make Tuchel new coach after Nagelsmann firing

While Bayern have yet to officially announce the shock decision, German media have widely reported on the switch.

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