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# Talent
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20-year-old McIlroy one of the big winners of the inter-pro series
The Ulster wing has shown his promise in three starts over recent weekends.
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Jan 12th 2021, 9:58 AM
Message from Ireland camp clear: prove your point in European games first
Many supporters were hoping to see 21-year-old halfbacks Craig Casey and Harry Byrne called up.
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Nov 24th 2020, 8:00 PM
20-year-old wing Ethan McIlroy gets first Ulster start for visit to Zebre
The academy back has impressed off the bench in recent weeks.
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Nov 15th 2020, 12:26 PM
Exciting 21-year-old Ulster centre Stewart Moore continues upward trajectory
The Ballymoney man starts at 12 again as Dan McFarland’s men take on the Ospreys.
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Oct 10th 2020, 7:00 AM
'He was a devastating ball-carrier and having played in the backs, had good skills'
Ulster’s Dan Soper was instrumental in David McCann making the move from centre to the back row.
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Oct 6th 2020, 7:00 AM
'We don't want the starting XV to be comfortable, we've got a very good crop of youngsters'
Munster’s Johann van Graan expects the likes of Craig Casey, John Hodnett, and Ben Healy to push for European starts.
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Sep 30th 2020, 3:14 PM
22-year-old Lowry's classy touches a bright note in a tough fortnight for Ulster
The talented playmaker showed his promise after moving to out-half against Toulouse.
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Sep 22nd 2020, 12:00 PM
'He has all the attributes' - Munster scrum-half Casey tipped for the top
The 21-year-old made a short cameo off the bench against Leinster last weekend.
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Aug 27th 2020, 7:00 PM
21-year-old Ryan Baird set to start for Leinster in big clash with Munster
The second row trained with Andy Farrell’s Ireland earlier this year.
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Aug 20th 2020, 5:14 PM
Andy Cole worried new Man Utd signing could block Mason Greenwood
The former striker described the 18-year-old as “scary” but is concerned about his progress.
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Aug 20th 2020, 8:40 AM
Ireland U19 midfielder Joe Hodge named Man City's Scholar of the Year
The 17-year-old scored a superb goal on his Republic of Ireland U19 debut last summer.
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Jul 31st 2020, 2:34 PM
Provincial academies to compete with Ireland 7s in new IRFU tournaments
The provinces’ A teams will also compete in a series of fixtures starting in September.
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Jul 9th 2020, 5:17 PM
The emerging stars of the 2019/20 season: Harry Byrne
The 20-year-old Leinster out-half trained with Andy Farrell’s Ireland squad before the Six Nations.
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Apr 19th 2020, 1:02 PM
The emerging stars of the 2019/20 season: Dorothy Wall
The Tipperary woman made an impressive impact for Ireland during the Six Nations.
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Mar 30th 2020, 5:18 PM
The emerging stars of the 2019/20 season: Jack O'Sullivan
The 21-year-old number eight returned from a long-term knee injury at the start of this season.
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Mar 25th 2020, 7:30 PM
'That's the great thing about this Irish team, it's about an island performing'
As he reflects on his career, Rory Best takes pride from squeezing every drop out of the potential he had.
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Mar 5th 2020, 7:17 PM
20-year-old Ryan Baird links up with Ireland's Six Nations squad
Andy Farrell has named a 35-man training squad, with Will Addison missing.
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Mar 2nd 2020, 11:11 AM
‘Fernandes even looks good when he loses the ball’ – Solskjaer
The Red Devils boss is pleased with a Portuguese midfielder and Odion Ighalo.
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Mar 1st 2020, 12:59 AM
'He's the real deal' - Brogan backs clubmate to make his mark with Dublin
Sean Bugler impressed off the bench against Monaghan in the previous round.
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Feb 19th 2020, 6:35 AM
Introducing the latest Sean O'Brien on the Irish rugby scene
The Ireland U20 flanker has made huge progress this season and is set to play against Scotland this Friday.
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Jan 29th 2020, 3:00 PM
'I think in three years' time, there will be an Irish player in the NBA'
Journalist and author Emmet Ryan on touring Europe for his new book, Irish basketball’s great hope Aidan Harris Igiehon and more.
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Dec 15th 2019, 9:00 AM
'People are noticing me as opposed to the boys, there's a long way to go but we are a bit more on a par with them'
Vanessa Maye speaks to The42 as she reaches the verge of her major breakthrough.
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Dec 5th 2019, 6:01 PM
With Hansen and Read departing, what next for the All Blacks?
New Zealand must appoint a new head coach and captain as the next era begins.
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Oct 27th 2019, 5:07 AM
Bohemians 'a little bit shocked by the negative reaction' to senior debut for 14-year-old Evan Ferguson
The precocious striker will be involved in tonight’s Uefa Youth League tie with PAOK Salonika.
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Oct 2nd 2019, 6:00 AM
Connacht excited by 21-year-old Fitzgerald in Carty's absence
The young out-half gets another chance to impress against Munster tomorrow.
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Sep 20th 2019, 3:46 PM
'He is a potential Ballon d’Or winner over the next four or five years'
Raheem Sterling’s rapid development has left Jamie Carragher very impressed.
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Sep 13th 2019, 6:16 PM

How talent could be a 'critical constraining factor' for Ireland's fintech aspirations
Dublin may appear to be a safe bet for a post-Brexit hedge but firms still need access to skills.
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Jul 4th 2019, 9:50 AM
Former St Pat's defender signs first pro contract with Birmingham City
18-year-old Ryan Burke signed a two-year deal with the club today.
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Jun 25th 2019, 6:26 PM
Celtic legend Bonner claims Tierney would be worth £50 million in England
The defender has been linked with a big-money move to Arsenal.
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Jun 24th 2019, 3:52 PM
'When he is ready to go, he will' - Praise for Irish prospect Farrugia as UK clubs hover
Irish U21s assistant manager Keith Andrews believes UCD winger Neil Farrugia is ready to make an immediate impact in English football.
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May 29th 2019, 2:52 PM
In Pictures: Winning entries of Ireland's most talented young artists in this year's Texaco art competition
There were 126 winners over seven categories.
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Apr 16th 2019, 6:08 PM
'He's the nearest to Hoolahan that can play in the middle of the pitch'
Mick McCarthy hopes a rejuvenated Alan Judge can offer something different for Ireland.
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Mar 15th 2019, 12:01 AM
Crosshaven's Wren making most of chances with Munster and Ireland U20s
The 19-year-old flyer scored a brilliant try against Scotland a fortnight ago.
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Feb 21st 2019, 6:00 AM
'I called the manager and told him that if he signed him, he could make a lot of money'
Lothar Matthaus says buying Jadon Sancho has proved an incredible bargain that will only look better with time.
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Feb 12th 2019, 12:28 AM
3 players who stood out in the Ireland U20s’ Six Nations win in Scotland
Liam Turner, Dylan Tierney-Martin and Jonathan Wren impressed on a good night in Galashiels.
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Feb 9th 2019, 1:57 PM
UCD prospect Farrugia picks Ireland ahead of Malta, France and Spain
Stephen Kenny also clarified Michael O’Connor’s allegiances.
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Feb 8th 2019, 10:48 AM
21-year-old academy wing Baloucoune taking his chances with Ulster
The Enniskillen man has shone for Ulster in the Heineken Cup over the past fortnight.
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Jan 22nd 2019, 6:15 AM
Why Ada Hegerberg, the first-ever female Ballon d'Or winner, could be set to boycott the 2019 World Cup
Last night was just the latest accolade for an individual who seemed destined for greatness from the outset.
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Dec 4th 2018, 3:25 PM
'He has more ability than Alli or Lingard'
Jamie Carragher has backed Ross Barkley to nail down an England spot.
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Oct 30th 2018, 5:30 PM