Rob Wright

Sport Journalist

Peamount only focusing on themselves, insists Gorman

Peamount United midfielder Dora Gorman insists that her side are only focused on themselves as the Women's National League culminates in a dramatic final-day decider.

Soccer • 12 Nov 21

Rachel Graham of Shelbourne in action against Chloe Singleton of Galway

Graham hoping for one more twist in WNL title race

Shelbourne midfielder Rachel Graham is hoping for one more twist in the Women's National League title race as her side go into their clash against Wexford with an eye on the league title.

Soccer • 11 Nov 21

It's the Ronaldo show at Old Trafford but should it be?

Manchester derby poised for 'Bullseye' moment

On Saturday morning Manchester City will play the role of the slightly down-crested and defeated Bullseye contestants as Jim Bowen wheels out the speedboat they've just missed out on.

Premier League • 05 Nov 21

For the first time in his Ireland career, Stephen Kenny is getting the rub of the green

Big wins indicate progress but greater challenges await

Stephen Kenny's luck appears to have finally turned but while the desire to see his project and ideals succeed is obvious, we can't get carried away by wins against Qatar and Azerbaijan.

Soccer • 14 Oct 21

Republic of Ireland 4-0 Qatar - recap

The Republic of Ireland followed up the weekend's morale-boosting win over Azerbaijan with perhaps the most impressive performance of the Stephen Kenny era with a 4-0 win against Qatar. See how it happened here.

Soccer • 12 Oct 21

Callum Robinson of Republic of Ireland celebrates

Azerbaijan 0-3 Ireland - recap

Stephen Kenny's Republic of Ireland team claimed their first victory in their World Cup qualifying campaign with a 3-0 win over Azerbaijan in Baku. See how it all unfolded here.

Soccer • 09 Oct 21

The Baku Olympic Stadium will welcome Ireland

Ireland supporters' guide to Baku

While Dundalk supporters may be familiar with Baku, given their 2019 Champions League clash with Qarabag, not too many other Irish fans will know much about the venue for Ireland's World Cup qualifying clash with Azerbaijan. Here's what you need to know.

Soccer • 04 Oct 21

McKillop was disappointed and confused by his performance in Tokyo

McKillop is not ready for retirement just yet

Rumours of Michael McKillop's retirement have been greatly exaggerated, according to the man himself.

Athletics • 10 Sep 21

Meath 1-11 Dublin 0-12 - All-Ireland Ladies final recap

Five in-a-row chasing Dublin face a Meath side eager to stop them and cause a major upset at Croke Park. Follow all the action here.

GAA • 05 Sep 21

Taylor successfully defends her title in Leeds

Katie Taylor has successfully defended her undisputed lightweight championship, beating American Jennifer Han via unanimous decision at Headingley Stadium.

Boxing • 05 Sep 21