Ireland men’s sevens captain Harry McNulty has retired from sevens rugby this week. McNulty represented Ireland 140 times over nine years. He was also a key member of two Olympic teams in Tokyo and Paris, serving as captain for the latter. He was part of an Irish side that won bronze at the Sevens World Cup in Cape Town in 2022. Posting on Instagram this week, McNulty admitted … [Read more...] about Irish sevens captain Harry McNulty retires
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Katie Taylor’s coach urges critics to ‘put respect on her name’
Katie Taylor's coach, Ross Enamait, has hit back at critics who have taken issue with the Bray native following her rematch with Amanda Serrano. This month, Taylor and the Puerto Rican fighter faced off for the second time, with Taylor securing victory via unanimous decision (95-94) at the AT&T Stadium in Texas. Serrano dominated the initial rounds, stunning Taylor with … [Read more...] about Katie Taylor’s coach urges critics to ‘put respect on her name’
FAI CEO Courell confirms it’s only the Aviva Stadium for Euro 2028
FAI CEO David Courell has confirmed this week that UEFA has rejected the possibility of the Republic of Ireland hosting additional games at different venues for Euro 2028. The Republic of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England, and initially Northern Ireland won the bid to co-host the tournament. However, due to redevelopment issues with Casement Park, Northern Ireland will no … [Read more...] about FAI CEO Courell confirms it’s only the Aviva Stadium for Euro 2028
Andy Farrell looking at ‘bigger picture’ after win over Australia
Ireland's Andy Farrell has claimed he is looking at the bigger picture, despite the team feeling sorry for themselves after their narrow win over Australia on Saturday. The Wallabies and Ireland played out a tense contest in which Ireland won 22-19, edging them out in the final moments. Australia ended the first half 13-5 up, but tries from Caelan Doris and a late effort from … [Read more...] about Andy Farrell looking at ‘bigger picture’ after win over Australia
Conor McManus is open to featuring for Monaghan in 2025
Monaghan legend Conor McManus has confirmed that if things go his way in terms of rehab, then there could be a scenario where he lines out for Monaghan in the upcoming season. McManus is 38, and his retirement from inter-county football is something that cannot be ruled out after 17 seasons. However, McManus has spoken on Off The Ball's Football Pod this week and revealed that … [Read more...] about Conor McManus is open to featuring for Monaghan in 2025