Rob Wright

Sport Journalist

World Cup 2022: England 6-2 Iran recap

Gareth Southgate's England got their World Cup campaign off to a flying start, putting six goals past a hapless Iran defence. Here's how it happpened.

Soccer • 21 Nov 22

The World Cup trophy, but bigger and more plastic - there's a metaphor in there somewhere

The 2022 Qatar World Cup - A-Z

Almost everything you wanted to know about the Qatar World Cup but were afraid to ask, conveniently presented in alphabetical order.

World Cup 2022 • 19 Nov 22

Scotland v Rep of Ireland: All you need to know

Arguably the biggest night in the history of the Irish women's football awaits as Vera Pauw's side take on Scotland with a place in next year's World Cup at stake. Here's everything you need to know.

Soccer • 10 Oct 22

Stephen Kenny has big issues to grapple with in the middle of the park

Middle ground key in Kenny battle for hearts and minds

"I'm not sure exactly how to feel," was Stephen Kenny's immediate reaction to a fortunate 3-2 victory over Armenia and two years into his reign, many Ireland supporters are left feeling the same way as issues in the midfield move into view.

Soccer • 28 Sep 22

Michael Obafemi was on the mark against Scotland last time out

Scotland v Republic of Ireland - all you need to know

The Republic of Ireland take on a resurgent Scotland side who are out for revenge at Hampden Park. Here's everything you need to know.

Soccer • 23 Sep 22

Zach Tuohy has a second bite of the cherry on Saturday

From Portlaoise to the MCG - Tuohy aims to make history

Portlaoise man Zach Tuohy will have a second opportunity to write his name into history when he steps out on the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday.

Football • 23 Sep 22

Paul O'Donovan during the gold medal ceremony at the European Championships

'He should go down in history' - O'Donovan's legacy

When Paul O'Donovan and Fintan McCarthy settle down into their boat in the Czech Republic for the World Rowing Championships, they will do so with their eyes firmly fixed on gold.

Rowing • 19 Sep 22

Shamrock Rovers take on perennial Bulgarian champions Ludogarets in Razgrad

Ludogorets v Shamrock Rovers: All you need to know

Shamrock Rovers continue their Champions League exploits when they take on Bulgarian side Ludogorets away from home in the first leg. Here's everything you need to know.

Soccer • 19 Jul 22

From left, Rhasidat Adeleke, Sophie Becker, Chris O'Donnell and Jack Raftery

Ireland into World Championship 4x400m relay final

The Ireland 4x400m mixed relay team are through to the final at the World Championships in Oregan after a blistering display in the heats, finishing second to gold medal contenders Domican Republic.

Athletics • 15 Jul 22

Christopher O'Donnell is targetting another final

Irish 4x400m team looking to make statement in Oregon

The 4x400 metres mixed relay team are the first Irish athletes in action when the 2022 World Athletic Championships get underway in Oregon this evening and they're looking to start with a bang.

Athletics • 15 Jul 22