Person: Matthew Tait

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

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Wilkinson still a huge threat, warns Kiss

THE escalating Jonny Wilkinson debate spread across the Irish Sea yesterday and, like Martin Johnson, Ireland defence coach Les Kiss was effusive in his praise of the under-fire out-half.

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Injured Aussie star Barnes relishing Giteau clash with Cipriani

Why Mafi’s become indispensible for Munster

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Munster must return to basics

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Scotland triumph over Ireland in U18 Six Nations clash

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Scotland beats England with 15-9 win

Midfield magic offers hope of redemption

WHEN France winger Vincent Clerc scored in the dying moments in Croke Park last Sunday I couldn’t help but recall the moment Michael Lynagh scored in the Wanderers corner in the last minute of Ireland’s World Cup quarter-final against Australia in 1991. The nightmare returned.

Wed, 14 Feb, 2007

O'Sullivan wary of England backlash

Ireland coach Eddie O’Sullivan has warned his RBS 6 Nations favourites to ignore England’s wretched form as they prepare for Sunday’s clash at Lansdowne Road.

Thu, 24 Feb, 2005

Irish escape to victory as underdogs bare their teeth

BILLED as the most competitive Six Nations in years, the opening salvos seemed to confirm as much.

Mon, 07 Feb, 2005

Three defeats see Ireland Bowl-bound

Ireland ran Sevens heavyweights Australia and England close at the IRB South Africa tournament today in George, but a final Pool loss to Kenya sees them bound for the Bowl quarter finals.

Fri, 10 Dec, 2004

First-half strength does it for Newcastle

Newcastle Falcons recorded a magnificent 19-14 win over French visitors Perpignan thanks to a dominant first-half forward display.

Sun, 31 Oct, 2004

Gold praises Exiles ‘courageous display’ as Bath slipped

LONDON IRISH head coach Gary Gold praised his side’s “courageous display” in their 16-15 win over Newcastle in their final home Zurich Premiership game of the season.

Mon, 03 May, 2004