Leo Cullen's only major concern after the game is establishing the extent of the ankle injury which forced out-half Ciaran Frawley to limp off after 16 minutes.

It's the Sharks next up for Graham Rowntree's tourists. 

He was given a diagnosis last year that he has two to four years left to live

Willemse, usually fullback for the Boks, played flyhalf for his club and delivered a performance of exceptional quality and skill.

The 31-year-old defender announced his retirement from playing last month.

“Sir Alex of course is Man United. He built Man United to where the club is now."

The country boy from Lacken who is now a world-class No 8 on enjoying captaincy, a fascination with psychology and his penchant for hot yoga

"But, if we are at our best, I don’t see why we shouldn’t put it up to them and hopefully get a win," says the Shelbourne star.

Sene Naoupu played for Connacht, Leinster and Ireland. 

For decades, the culture of preparation around club teams was hazy and full of untamed variables. Now, it’s governed by greater purpose, clarity and conviction.

Pressure builds on Ange Postecoglou and Oliver Glasner, while a showdown at Anfield awaits as Chelsea visit.

The FA recently named Thomas Tuchel as the permanent successor to Gareth Southgate.

The Spaniard is retiring after next month’s Davis Cup finals in Malaga, bringing the curtain down on an incredible career.

The tournament kicks off in August 2025 in England. 

The Ireland WNT boss revealed her squad for the Euros semi-final playoff against Georgia - but other topics overshadowed the press event.

Jacob Stockdale has put regaining an Ireland jersey at the top of his priority list after just two Test appearances since 2021.

The former Ireland coach worked with the German at Chelsea and Bayern. 

"I still have a lot to give to the game and I'm looking forward to the last few years of my club rugby career."

It's another action packed weekend of sport with Connacht facing Leinster in their third interpro of the new URC championship, Athlone Town take on Shelbourne in a repeat of last year's FAI Women's Cup final and club championships action - all you need to know is here. 

The 38-year-old former Ireland coach, who was also Thomas Tuchel's assistant at Chelsea and Bayern, is huge talent and respected by players