'We've focused on how to beat England, not on the reasons why we'll beat them'
9 years ago by The 42 - Ireland Rugby NewsRory Best has urged his side to execute the basics tomorrow.
'I think Irish people in general like to be underdogs so it's not a bad position to be in'
9 years ago by The 42 - Ireland Rugby NewsIreland head into tonight’s Grand Slam decider with the odds stacked against them but that’s not deterring Tom Tierney’s side.
'I feel pressure every game I play for Ireland because I put pressure on myself'
9 years ago by The 42 - Ireland Rugby NewsJohnny Sexton will be without his regular halfback partner against England tomorrow.
'If you are off the pace, you will be punished'
9 years ago by Irish IndependentFridays used to be different for Barry Daly. It used to be about looking forward to the few days off at the end of the week. Catching up with his mates and the chat would flow freely around the usual work...
I'll be cheering the Irish lads on - from behind the sofa
9 years ago by Irish IndependentA week off from the rigours of the rugby world is a welcome relief to all players but it's a funny one for those of us coming back from injury - you feel that a game right about now would be a nice target...
Title on line for top two
9 years ago by Irish IndependentFrom early in the campaign the season finale this coming Sunday between the hosts Enniscorthy and league leaders Malahide has loomed large on the horizon as the likely Leinster League Division 1A decider,...
Ladyswell and Fingal off to flyer in National Schools blitz
9 years ago by Irish IndependentThree fifth classes and three sixth classes from Ladyswell National School recently travelled the short distance to join the Fingal Leinster coaches for some tag rugby in Coolmine RFC.
Leinster have been playing a brand of rugby that Ireland can only aspire to
9 years ago by Irish IndependentWith Leinster sitting pretty at the top of the table and enjoying some time away from the match-day spotlight, it will be hard for the players to ignore the plight of their international colleagues.
Murray blow adds to demanding task for Schmidt's Ireland in Dublin
9 years ago by The 42 - Ireland Rugby NewsJoe Schmidt was forced into late changes ahead of tomorrow’s clash with England.
Ireland v England: Facts & Figures
9 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsThe Ireland Women are the only team in green left in title contention as they chase a second Grand Slam, while Joe Schmidt's men and the Under-20s are both hoping to deny their English counterparts a Championship...
