Sport Eddie O’Sullivan: I expect Ireland to win the group – but I’d rather play France than the All BlacksLes Bleus know we have their number and they are more afraid of us than they are of South Africa
rugby world cup 2023 Shane Coleman: Rugby is a far cry from being ‘the people’s game’We are justifiably proud of our national team, but until we see bunting and flags up in places like Cabra and Mayfield when they play, it’s not credible to talk of the ‘Team of Us’
Sport Eddie O’Sullivan: Rugby World Cup feels like Italia ’90 – except hopefully this time we winIreland have proved they can handle the pressure of big occasions, but they will have to cross their fingers when it comes to injuries and potentially losing key players
The Profile: Paul O’ConnellThe towering, chieftain-like figure on the pitch is now the Ireland rugby team line-out coach as they struggle to get back into Six Nations contention
Time for Andy Farrell’s Ireland to emerge from Schmidt era Irish fans hope for a winning start to the Six Nations on Sunday against Wales, and also for a fresh and clear identity for the team to take shape under the head coach