# Ireland's call
Last month
May 2023
# Ireland's call
John O’Shea leaves Stoke to focus on Ireland coaching role
O’Shea, who is assistant coach to Stephen Kenny, had been with the Potters since last July.
This year
2023
# Bad Note
'It was comical but infuriating' - O'Mahony on slow Ireland's Call before Italy clash
The anthem was played a slow pace before Ireland’s bonus-point win in Rome.
Last year
2022
# Ireland's call
President and Taoiseach hail historic Irish rugby series win over All Blacks
President Michael D Higgins said the victory was an “outstanding and historic achievement”.
# Debut Day
'It's something you dream of when you first start playing' - from rugby roots to Ireland's call
Aoibheann Reilly will make her Ireland 15s debut this weekend.
# Podcast
Listen to the latest episode of our rugby show - The Front Row - featuring comedian Michael Fry
After making sense of what happened in Ireland’s Guinness Six Nations win over Italy, our panel are joined by the viral sensation to hear about his unheralded playing days.
All time
# Going Well
'If he keeps doing what he's doing then it'll be pretty hard for Ireland to ignore him' - Payne on Hume
Ulster defence coach Jared Payne believes ‘complete player’ James Hume is on the right track to more international recognition.
# Ireland's call
Van Graan confident Zebo will play his way into Irish squad
Zebo was a notable omission when a 50-man Ireland squad gathered last week.
# home to help
Three Irish medics arrive home to answer Ireland's call with help of fundraising campaign
The Ireland’s Call Initiative has raised just over €19,000 on GoFundMe.
# Drafted In
Wexford striker Rianna Jarrett called into Ireland squad to face Italy
Colin Bell has named his side for next month’s international friendly in Reggio Emilia.
# Ireland's call
Ulster wing Kernohan starts as U20s name four uncapped players on bench
Billy Scannell, Callum Reid, Ben Healy and Ronan Watters are hoping to win their first caps.
# Ireland's call
Connacht revival presents lead contenders to break into Ireland Six Nations squad
Joe Schmidt will unveil his squad for the Grand Slam defence tomorrow, but there is precious little room for new faces.
# hit the dancefloor
Stringer answers the call as full Dancing With The Stars line up announced
The full line up of 10 amateur dancers has been announced.
# Ireland's call
'It's very strange how the international management team overlook this league'
Cork City’s Conor McCormack believes there are League of Ireland players worthy of international recognition.
# Ireland's call
Burke to skip Shamrock Rovers clash with Dundalk in favour of Ireland friendly against the US
The Dubliner, who made his international debut against France on Monday, won’t be involved in the Hoops’ SSE Airtricity League Premier Division game tomorrow night.
# Offaly talented
The Eire up there: The story of the only Irish-born player to ever make it in the NBA
How Pat Burke went from Tullamore to play with some of the biggest names in basketball.
# Ireland's call
Marmion ready to slot in for Murray and make first Six Nations start should he be called on
He was rested in Connacht’s win, with Pat Lam doing ‘what’s best for Ireland, what’s best for Connacht and what’s best for Kieran Marmion.’
# Anthem
Shoulder to shoulder: why Ireland's Call became the anthem for rugby's new era
Trevor Ringland and Jim Glennon discuss what the anthem means to them.
# Ireland's call
Tom McCartney has his eyes on a different green jersey after committing future to Connacht
The excellent Connacht hooker will qualify to play for Ireland next year.
# Ireland's call
These opera singers in Wexford trolled their New Zealand colleague in the best way
Jersey on.
# Ireland's call
Darren Sweetnam has played himself into the mix for Ireland's November Internationals
Munster man catches Joe Schmidt’s eye and earns call-up to Ireland training camp.
# Ireland's call
Bressie to head up youth group on mental health
The GAA’s Rob Hennelly will also be a member of the new task force which is due to meet in November.
# Ireland's call
O'Neill tells Keane it's either club or country as speculation grows around Hull opening
The Ireland assistant manager has been linked with a move to the KC Stadium.
# rapid
Connacht magician Matt Healy hoping for Ireland's call to South Africa
The 27-year-old Dubliner trained with Joe Schmidt’s squad last month.
# Ireland's call
15 moments that would make any Irish person feel patriotic
*holds miniature tricolour aloft*
# Ireland's call
Ludik targets Ireland qualification as he pens Ulster contract extension
The versatile back becomes eligible for Joe Schmidt’s side in 2017.
# Ireland's call
Born in England, uncapped by Ireland but still asked to be captain - The Rob Saunders story
Saunders reign as Ireland captain was short-lived but eventful
# Ireland's call
5 talking points as Ireland claim International Rules glory with victory over Australia
Joe Kernan’s men won 56-52 against the visitors at Croke Park.
# tea and biccies
The search for Ireland's top biscuit is at an end...
But is a Kit Kat really a biscuit we hear you cry…
# Big Decision
Here are Ireland’s top 10 biscuits, in order of popularity
The definitive results are in.
# Ireland's call
Would you like to see a United Ireland? People north and south had their say tonight
A Prime Special tonight looked at the issue of Irish Unity.
# ruggers
Ireland's tiniest rugby fan nails Ireland's Call and it's adorable
Tom has been to more matches than you, and PROUD OF IT.
# Ireland's call
Sinn Féin councillor defends calling people who run Irish rugby 'West Brits'
Micheál Mac Donncha made the remarks on Facebook at the weekend.
# tactics tim
Sherwood and O'Neill held talks over Grealish, Villa boss confirms
The Villa boss said he had no idea if Roy Keane’s presence as Ireland’s assistant manager would have any impact on Grealish’s decision.
# Ireland's call
Paul Scholes: I hope Grealish makes same call as me when it comes to Ireland v England
The Manchester United legend could have been one of the Boys in Green.
# Ireland's call
17 times sports made us incredibly proud to be Irish
And don’t worry, it’s not all Italia 90.
# Explainer
Rugby World Cup 2015 tickets go on sale tomorrow, here's what you need to know
Answering Ireland’s call is one thing, but will you accept the charges?
# Ireland's call
Rory McIlroy has declared for Ireland ahead of the 2016 Olympics
“I’m very happy with my decision. It means I can actually look forward to the Olympics now in a couple of years’ time.”
# Ireland's call
Roy Keane: I met Stephen Ireland's granny on flight to Cork today
The Ireland assistant boss says Martin O’Neill isn’t closing the door on any player.
# Ireland's call
Adorable singing Caleb will get you up for the match
Even if you hate rugby, this will make you smile.
# Dropped
Luke Marshall released from Ireland camp to play for Ulster in Pro12
So, Gordon D’Arcy’s going to start against New Zealand then?
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