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It’s not a dream — Opel Astras can break down

Don’t listen to supermodel Claudia Schiffer in the advert on the television — Opel Astras do break down.

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Leaving as winners the only send-off Blues brothers want

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Glasgow quietly confident, says Gray

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We must improve

Revealed: The road forward for European club rugby

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In-form Connacht target top six spot

Fingers crossed as Fitzgerald gets nod

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Fri, 21 Mar, 2014

Leinster survive scare to hit top spot

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Sat, 15 Feb, 2014

Patient Murphy ready and waiting to answer Ireland call

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Fri, 14 Feb, 2014

Casey finally finds his calling at the front line

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Fri, 14 Feb, 2014

DONAL LENIHAN: Time for Munster to pair JJ and Keatley

While it’s a bit premature yet to suggest the good days are back for Munster, there is no question Rob Penney is making a significant impact on the continued development of his side.

Wed, 22 Jan, 2014

War clouds gathering in Europe

While it’s customary to reflect on rugby events at this time of year, I no more than you have an appetite for that.

Wed, 01 Jan, 2014

As we enter the business end of the Heineken Cup, I have to admit confidence in the probability of Munster winning in 2014 seems remote. Yet, year in year out, there is always hope and none more so than this year.

Thu, 05 Dec, 2013

ERC may have left it too late to save Heineken Cup

Breakingnews.ie Rugby Correspondent Daniel Pitcher on worries about the collapse of the Heineken Cup.

Wed, 27 Nov, 2013

O’Mahony issue poorly handled by Munster

What a terrible pity Connacht couldn’t come good in that last-ditch siege on the Saracens line in their opening Heineken Cup pool game at the Sportsground last Friday night.

Wed, 16 Oct, 2013

O’Mahony issue poorly handled by Munster

What a terrible pity Connacht couldn’t come good in that last-ditch siege on the Saracens line in their opening Heineken Cup pool game at the Sportsground last Friday night.

Wed, 16 Oct, 2013

A mess that needs quick sorting

THE more I read the protestations of the Anglo-French protagonists from Premier Rugby Limited (PRL) and the Ligue Nationale de Rugby (LNR), the more my blood boils.

Wed, 09 Oct, 2013

Penney banking on Keatley to steer Munster through

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Fri, 04 Oct, 2013

Connacht ring the changes for visit to Treviso

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Fri, 04 Oct, 2013

Munster find bonus points

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Mon, 30 Sep, 2013

Big guns make return as Leinster get serious

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Fri, 27 Sep, 2013

Williams refuses to talk of future

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Sat, 21 Sep, 2013

Lions must demand bigger slice of tour TV revenue

The British and Irish Lions juggernaut rolled out of town yesterday, to be put back in cold storage for four more years.

Wed, 10 Jul, 2013

Qualifiers’ fading intrigue shows it’s time for a Top 16

We felt a little sorry for Ciaran Whelan and Darren Frehill yesterday morning.

Tue, 18 Jun, 2013

Munster ‘face massive challenge’ as financial deficit continues to grow

The parlous state of Munster Rugby’s finances continues.

Fri, 07 Jun, 2013

Broader picture looks pretty for Ireland coach

The perfect end to an accomplished reign.

Mon, 27 May, 2013

Putting shape on Paris plans

It’s the eve of an all-Irish Rabo Direct pro 12 final, again underlining just how strong the provincial game remains in this country.

Fri, 24 May, 2013

Ulster again atop table after rousing win over Dragons

Ulster 31 Dragons 5

Fri, 12 Apr, 2013

DONAL LENIHAN: Seldom has an opener been as important

Where Cardiff clash will be won and lost

Sat, 02 Feb, 2013

Which French will turn up?

French approach

Sat, 08 Dec, 2012

Wanderer Downey ready to settle down

Munster’s new midfield signing James Downey has been around the houses, flitting between Munster, Leinster, Connacht, Calvisano and Northampton Saints before his return to Ireland.

Wed, 11 Jul, 2012

Bent not ready yet to prop up Leinster

Leinster’s latest signing of an Irish-qualified tighthead prop was always going to make news given the difficulties experienced by the national team and some of the provincial sides at scrum-time in recent weeks.

Tue, 03 Apr, 2012

Kidney now facing his biggest ever challenge

To beat England at any level it is imperative that you match them in the set piece.

Mon, 19 Mar, 2012

Leinster ticking all the boxes

IT was hard at times last Saturday night, even in the midst of a live radio commentary, not to just sit back and admire the quality of rugby produced by Leinster.

Wed, 21 Dec, 2011

Veteran star Swift ready to let loose on Toulouse

ANYONE who doubted Michael Swift’s ability to last the pace and stay the course with Connacht would be red-faced as the big lock forward gets ready to square up to European heavyweights Toulouse at the Sportsgrounds on Saturday.

Thu, 17 Nov, 2011