# Rob Kearney

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2022

# Le Drop

'The most euphoric moment I ever experienced as a player': Ireland rugby legend Rob Kearney

The now retired fullback was speaking on the first episode of our new show, The Front Row.

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Feb 14th 2022, 4:18 PM

# In full

Listen to the first episode of our new rugby show - The Front Row - with Rob Kearney

Seán Burke, Murray Kinsella and Eimear Considine were joined by Irish rugby royalty to kick off the series, in partnership with Guinness.

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Feb 14th 2022, 1:45 PM

# forecast

Rob Kearney: 'I'd expect a relatively comfortable win for Ireland in that first game'

Kearney has been impressed with Hugo Keenan’s rise at fullback.

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Jan 30th 2022, 10:00 AM

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# Twickenham

Barbarians men's game against Samoa called off due to Covid cases

The fixture was due to be Rob Kearney’s final appearance before retirement.

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Nov 27th 2021, 1:49 PM

# the last dance

Rob Kearney set for Barbarians swansong as he confirms retirement from rugby

The 35-year-old former Leinster and Ireland fullback will sign off this weekend at Twickenham.

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Nov 23rd 2021, 5:00 PM

# Gamechanger

Will URC teams embrace the new 50:22 law?

Hugo Keenan, Felipe Contepomi and Rob Kearney offer their thoughts on the new law.

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Sep 23rd 2021, 7:15 AM

# new normal

'The transition is tough and it takes time. You have to find a new purpose' - Kearney

Former Ireland fullback Rob Kearney isn’t ruling out one last move before retiring from rugby.

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Sep 22nd 2021, 12:00 PM

# Robbed

Injury rules Rob Kearney out of Super Rugby AU semi-final

Kearney’s Western Force take on the Brumbies on Saturday morning.

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Apr 29th 2021, 4:42 PM

# force of nature

How an Irishman with a glorious past is helping Western Force build for the future

On the eve of his 35th birthday, a look at the influence being exerted by Rob Kearney in Perth.

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Mar 25th 2021, 8:00 PM

# Irish Abroad

'It was great to see an Irish international playing Super Rugby'

34-year-old Rob Kearney impressed for the Force in their defeat to the Brumbies.

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Feb 22nd 2021, 4:26 PM

# Irish Abroad

Kearney shows glimpses of class on debut but Force fall short

Rob Kearney became the oldest outfield player ever to make his Super Rugby bow as the Brumbies displayed their superiority in Perth.

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Feb 19th 2021, 8:00 PM

# Debut

Rob Kearney makes first Western Force appearance ahead of new Super Rugby AU season

Irish rugby’s most decorated player signed for the Force in September and made to move to Australia just after Christmas.

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Feb 9th 2021, 10:54 AM

# EXTRACT

'Joe really does get a bit emotional and it doesn’t feel right. Like seeing your dad cry'

Rob Kearney recalls the end of an era with the Irish team.

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Dec 22nd 2020, 7:00 AM

# next chapter

'I had almost resigned myself to the fact that I was looking at retirement'

Rob Kearney will continue his foray into TV work before heading to join the Western Force in Perth.

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Nov 14th 2020, 8:45 AM

# Foes and Friends

'He's built up a very quick rapport with the Munster lads' - James Lowe settles in

Rob Kearney believes the Leinster wing’s biggest challenge tomorrow will be in defence.

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Nov 12th 2020, 6:05 AM

# Return

McDonald links up with fellow Louth man Rob Kearney at the Western Force

The 21-year-old scrum-half previously played for the Perth-based club.

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Nov 10th 2020, 9:13 AM

# TV

Kearney and Nugent head up Premier Sports' Autumn Nations Cup coverage

The broadcaster will show the fixtures not involving Andy Farrell’s Ireland.

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Nov 4th 2020, 11:23 AM

# No Hiding

'I was a player who served bread and butter when people wanted cake'

Rob Kearney has won two Grand Slams, four Six Nations titles and four Champions Cups but he tells Garry Doyle that luck was a key factor in his success.

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Oct 24th 2020, 8:04 AM

# Recommended Reading

Champagne Football among six-strong shortlist for Sports Book of the Year

The42′s Niall Kelly has also been nominated for his work on Barry Geraghty’s autobiography ‘True Colours’.

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Oct 20th 2020, 1:40 PM

# Down Under

What can Rob Kearney expect from his final chapter with the Force?

The 34-year-old is joining a club that hopes to emerge as a real force in Aussie rugby.

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Sep 30th 2020, 6:30 AM

# appreciation

Recalling schooldays admiring Kearney's prowess, and 'frustrating' Leinster selection battles

Josh van der Flier pays tribute to Rob Kearney as he prepares to join Australian side Western Force.

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Sep 29th 2020, 10:54 PM

# new chapter

Rob Kearney signs one-year deal with Australian side Western Force

The 34-year-old completes the move following his recent departure from Leinster and Ireland.

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Sep 29th 2020, 8:47 AM

# History Maker

A tribute to Rob Kearney: the history maker who kept coming back for more

Rob Kearney is on his way out of Leinster and Irish rugby but he leaves with a glittering CV and the knowledge he got the most out of his talent.

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Sep 24th 2020, 7:47 PM

# Legend

Rob Kearney pens emotional farewell letter as he bows out at Leinster

Full-back is most decorated medalist in Irish rugby history – winning four Six Nations titles including two grand slams, four Heineken Cups and six Pro14 titles.

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Sep 24th 2020, 11:36 AM

# Stalwarts

Kearney and McFadden bid farewell to Leinster after superb service

The 34-year-old pair have had many great days with their native province.

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Sep 22nd 2020, 4:00 PM

# Band of Brothers

All-for-one, one-for-all attitude evident as Leinster win yet again

Leo Cullen reacts to Leinster’s third Pro14 title in a row by praising his team’s collective effort.

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Sep 13th 2020, 7:10 AM

# Parting Gift

'They are the best team mates you could possibly have'

Man of the match Josh van der Flier explains why Leinster’s players decided to ask retiring heroes Rob Kearney and Fergus McFadden to lift the Pro14 trophy.

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Sep 12th 2020, 11:07 PM

# plenty in reserve

Sexton on the bench, Ryan returns and Ringrose captains Leinster for Pro14 final

Ross Byrne, hero of Leinster’s 2019 Champions Cup quarter-final win over Ulster, starts at 10.

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Sep 11th 2020, 12:12 PM

# Rule the Skies

Why Rob Kearney could have a big role against one of Munster's key weapons

Conor Murray’s box-kicking has been superb over the past two weekends.

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Aug 31st 2020, 7:00 PM

# 15s

Fullbacks in focus with Kearney and Stockdale at very different stages

Stockdale is still learning the trade as a fullback and will stand opposite legend battling to earn his place back in Leinster’s first team.

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Aug 29th 2020, 8:30 AM

# New Deals

Leinster announce 28 new contracts as Kearney and McFadden stay short-term

Joe Tomane’s departure has been officially confirmed.

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Jun 25th 2020, 11:21 AM

# Contracts

'We'll do our best to make sure people have the opportunity to say a proper goodbye'

Leinster man Rob Kearney’s current IRFU deal is due to expire this summer.

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Apr 15th 2020, 6:00 AM

# TV Watch

Rob Kearney, Matt Williams and BOD: A look at the new Guinness Six Nations show on Virgin Media

Hosted by Muireann O’Connell, Andrew Trimble and Greg O’Shea, The Line-Out starts on Virgin Media Two this Thursday night.

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Jan 28th 2020, 11:10 AM

# TV Watch

Rob Kearney, BOD and some laughs: A look at the new Guinness Six Nations show on Virgin Media

Hosted by Muireann O’Connell, Andrew Trimble and Greg O’Shea, The Line-Out starts on Virgin Media Two this Thursday night.

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Jan 28th 2020, 10:48 AM

# ajar

Farrell: Door still open for Kearney, or any in-form player, to feature in Six Nations

“I’ve spoken to Rob but also other players who are not here and told them we will be watching them over this Christmas period.”

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Dec 23rd 2019, 4:54 PM

# Inter-pro

All eyes on Rob Kearney and Leinster's production line as they welcome Ulster to RDS

Ulster will have to deliver a major shock to upset the pace-setters in Europe and the Pro14 this evening.

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Dec 20th 2019, 7:00 AM

# Inter-pros

Cullen backs Kearney to begin road back to Ireland setup against Ulster

The head coach doesn’t have to look beyond his own squad for proof a 33-year-old can play his way back in.

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Dec 19th 2019, 2:48 PM

# 15

Kearney and Larmour working closely and 'learning from each other'

‘If I can take a few things from his game and add them to mine then that is definitely a plus,’ says Larmour.

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Dec 4th 2019, 6:30 AM

# named

Kearney and O'Mahony recalled as Schmidt names team to face All Blacks

Joe Schmidt’s starting XV has 886 caps worth of Test rugby experience.

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Oct 17th 2019, 8:03 AM

# Strong start

Watch: The two early tries that have Ireland up and running against Russia

Ireland have made a superb start as they chase the all-important bonus point after taking an early 14-0 lead against Russia.

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Oct 3rd 2019, 11:48 AM