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On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of a potential return to Soldier Field nine years on from Ireland's historic Windy City win. The club career of Melvyn Jaminet hangs in the balance. And a World Cup-winning Springbok has tested positive for a banned substance.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest on the French players detained in Argentina, and Melvyn Jaminet. Willie Faloon's rung the changes for Ireland's World U20 Championship 3rd place contest with New Zealand tomorrow. And there's a coaching departure from Ulster ahead of pre-season.

Aisling O'Reilly spoke with soon-to-be Olympian, Stacey Flood who is currently in Tours in France with the Irish 7s team in preparation for their first game in the Olympics on Sunday, July 28th when they play Great Britain. Off the BallTo become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest on the scandals rocking French rugby. Melvyn Jaminet is subject of an investigation by the Paris prosecutor's office, and Oscar Jegou and Hugo Auradou remain detained in Mendoza. Leinster confirmed the worst-kept secret in rugby. And Ireland's fixtures for this year's WXV are revealed.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Andy Farrell has named his starting team to face South Africa in the second and final test of their series and Fiona Hayes gives her reaction.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Springboks team news ahead of Saturday's second test in Durban. We hear from Rassie Erasmus, who claps back at Matt Williams' 6-2 criticism, plus Bongi Mbonambi hails the influence of Jerry Flannery. France's tour of South America has been mired in scandal, Richie has the latest on the pair arrested for alleged sexual assault. And we hear from Willie Faloon on a day when the rain helps Ireland into the semi-finals of the World U20 Rugby Championship.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Andy Farrell names starting 15 for first South Africa Test, Rassie Erasmus looks speaks fondly of his time in Ireland and the U20s make it two from two with a late, late try.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Springboks team news ahead of Saturday's first test with Ireland.We hear from Boks' lock Eben Etzebeth on how he was 'targeted' by the Irish media, plus Rassie Erasmus talks about the influence on Ireland of his former deputy Jacques Nienaber.We hear too from Ireland forwards coach Paul O'Connell.Willie Faloon freshens things up for Ireland's second pool match at the World U20 Rugby Championship.And the draws are made for the Investec Champions Cup, and Challenge Cup pool stages.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the details of the Ireland women's under-20 squad announced today. The Ireland men's under-20 team to play Italy tomorrow has been named.And former England international Billy Twelvetrees has retired.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the views of Garry Ringrose on the club season just gone, as he prepares to don the green of Ireland in the coming weeks. Rassie Erasmus has his say on the Ireland-South Africa rivalry - and on Simon Zebo's recent comments. And Siya Kolisi will remain as South Africa captain.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the tour of South Africa - we hear from Mike Catt on the Springboks' barbs and new boys Cormac Izuchukwu and Sam Prendergast. The Boks have more injury worries ahead of that two-test series.Scott Barrett is the new All Blacks captain - Scott Robertson reveals why. The Ireland Sevens teams learn of their tough Olympic pools. And Toulon be shoppin'.

Rugby Fans! Listen to Irish international footballer Chloe Mustaki, as she sits down with Aisling O'Reilly in Episode 4 of Inner Drive to discuss how she overcame a cancer diagnosis at a young age and how that resilience led her to being part of Ireland's first ever Women's World Cup in Australia.Inner Drive on Off The Ball in association with Allianz Ireland.

On our final episode of the season, Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the defeat to Glasgow Warriors in the URC Semi Final, and Quinny and Fiona name their Star of the Season.(0.00) Intros, helloes(5.00) Comments(10.50) Munster v Glasgow Warriors review(20.36) Quinny discusses the comments he made about Peter O’Mahony in the build up to the game, and the reaction to them(29.34) Fiona and Quinny look back on the season overall(35.17) Star of the SeasonGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all of the team news for tomorrow's URC semi-finals. Munster decide to keep RG Snyman in reserve. Garry Ringrose makes his long-awaited Leinster return.And Willy Faloon names four uncapped players in his Ireland squad for the rapidly approaching World U20 Championship.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Alan Quinlan gives his verdict on what he thinks is going on with Peter O'Mahony and Munster, the IRFU say women's game is a "major priority" and Jimmy O'Brien looks primed and ready for South Africa.

On today's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of an Emerging Ireland tour of South Africa in the autumn - who they'll be playing, and who's on the coaching staff. We hear from Leinster scrum coach Robin McBryde ahead of their URC semi-final away to the Bulls. Graham Rowntree gives his view of Munster's URC opponents, Glasgow. The Boks have plenty of injury concerns ahead of next month's tests with Ireland. And a Scotland hooker is pausing his international career to move to Japan.

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over the Ospreys, and to look ahead to the URC Semi Final with Glasgow Warriors on Saturday.(0.30) Ulster review(22.24) Star of the week(25.22) Ospreys PreviewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

Alan Quinlan joined Eoin Sheahan and Ger Gilroy to look back at how the Irish teams fared in the URC quarter-finals.

On Friday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Leinster and Ulster name their teams for their URC quarter-finals, Dan Sheehan on what they've learned from losses and reaction to to Damian de Allende's comments.

Episode 100!! Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the win over Ulster, and to preview the quarter final clash with the Ospreys.(0.30) Ulster review(23.38 Star of the week(25.51) Ospreys PreviewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join

On Thursday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Munster name their starting 15 for their URC quarter-final, the Irish women's sevens side have been dealt an injury blow and Warren Gatland tweaks his Wales squad ahead of summer.

n Wednesday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan James Treacy discusses Ciarán Frawley's position options, Fiona Hayes on Munster and Richie Arnold suspended for three weeks.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily with Ann-Marie Donelan Leinster have been handed a boost ahead of their URC quarter-final while Munster suffer a triple injury blow, Alan Quinlan on a possible Sam Prendergast move and English Rugby to pay a special tribute to Rob Burrow.

On Friday's Rugby Daily John Duggan has the team news for Munster's URC clash with Ulster, Alan Quinlan on Sam Prendergast and an update on the Ireland Sevens in Madrid.

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to preview Munster’s clash with Ulster, and to take a closer look at new signing Thaakir Abrahams.(0.30) Intro and comments.(9.30) Thaakir Abrahams signs(14.27) New contracts(20.42) Ulster PreviewGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join

On Thursday's Rugby Daily with John Duggan Leo Cullen makes 14 changes for Leinster's United Rugby Championship inter-pro with Connacht, Fiona Hayes assesses Munster's latest signing and next year's URC fixtures are out.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you news of Munster's new signing ahead of next season. Ian Madigan talks about the absence of Johnny Sexton in last weekend's Investec Champions Cup final.And there has been another retirement from the Harlequins women's squad.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you news of Rhys Ruddock's retirement from rugby at the end of the season. Jacques Nienaber picks out some of the key areas in Leinster's loss to Toulouse. Munster are set to be boosted by the return of three players this week. And Will Addison is poised for a return to Sale Sharks.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you news of Hugo Keenan's inclusion in the Ireland Sevens squad. Three Munster players have signed new contracts with the province.Mack Hansen remains on the injury list for Connacht.And Ronan O'Gara offers his assessment of Leinster's loss in the Investec Champions Cup final.

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On Friday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the Leinster team news ahead of tomorrow's Investec Champions Cup final. Brian O'Driscoll and Alan Quinlan offer their opinions ahead of the big game. And Antoine Frisch's departure from Munster has been confirmed.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of yet another Springbok being ruled out of July's tests with Ireland. There's renewed optimism regarding the future of London Irish. And Ardie Savea opens up on his dream of playing alongside Antoine Dupont.

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the narrow win over Edinburgh, we discuss Simon Zebo’s retirement and Tom Farrell’s signing. (0.30) Intro and comments.(6.15) A potential final in Pairc ui Chaoimh?(12.32) Edinburgh review(26.30) Star of the Week(32.00) Simon Zebo to retire(43.20) Tom Farrell signs with MunsterGet in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78The first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of a new funding model from the IRFU which will see a marked difference in how central contracts are fulfilled. Hugo Keenan looks set to swap a summer tour of South Africa for the Olympic Games. And there's mixed news in the centre for Munster.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Simon Zebo's retirement. Thomas Ramos believes Toulouse have the game to hurt Leinster in Saturday's Investec Champions Cup final. And a court date is set for the man charged with the racial abuse of Ugo Monye.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest injury news ahead of Saturday's Investec Champions Cup final. Garry Ringrose remains a doubt, while Toulouse's squad looks to be getting stronger by the day. Ross Byrne and Robin McBryde have their say on Saturday's opponents.And we hear from Richie Murphy and Alan Quinlan on Ulster's upturn in form.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the team news ahead of tomorrow's interpro in Belfast, where Hugo Keenan and James Ryan will make timely returns for Leinster. Santiago Cordero is finally set to make his Connacht debut. And Cian Healy reveals he turned down some 'very spicy' offers from abroad.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of a boost for Toulouse ahead of next week's Investec Champions Cup final. Munster name their team to face Edinburgh tomorrow night, with good news regarding Jack Crowley and Tom Ahern. And the eleven souls confirmed to be leaving Connacht at the end of the season.

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look back on the very impressive win over Connacht. And the big question - can Munster retain their URC crown?(0.30) Intro and comments.(7.10) Connacht review(27.50) Star of the Week(31.00) Edinburgh previewThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of the officials appointed to oversee the Investec Champions Cup, and Challenge Cup finals. Will Addison headlines a list of nine Ulster players who'll be leaving the province this summer. An Ireland U20 Grand Slam winner signs his first pro terms at Connacht. And an ex-Leinster and Ireland centre is forced to retire aged just 30

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has bad news for Andy Farrell from the Ulster camp. There's mixed news regarding Connacht's back three ahead of their must-win game with the Stormers. We hear from Pete Wilkins regarding their humbling in Limerick.And the Vunipolas are confirmed to be leaving Saracens.

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a permanent head coach appointment at Ulster, with a new Ireland U20 boss also in place for this summer's World U20 Championship. We hear from Leinster, whose injury burden is easing with the Investec Champions Cup final less than a fortnight away. Cian Healy explains his recent thawing towards the idea of coaching. Sam Cane is to call time on his international career. And French rugby mourns the passing of 'Docteur Pack'

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the 1,000,000th* player committing to Leinster for next season.There's team news from all four provinces ahead of a big weekend in the URC.Toulouse centre Santiago Chocobares could miss the Investec Champions Cup final.And an ex-Munster forward is to return to coaching in France.(*number rounded-up)

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of another day of contract extensions and departures at Leinster. World Rugby is to trial new red card punishments, with three other new laws coming into effect on July 1st. Antoine Frisch must wait a wee while longer to make his debut for France. And Billy Vunipola gets a formal warning from the RFU.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the latest players committing to Leinster for next season. We hear from Cardiff head coach Matt Sherratt on their signing of Leinster prop Ed Byrne.There's a new Women's Six Nations U20 competition coming this summer. And Danny Care shuns a move to the South of France in favour of home comforts.

Ruairi O’Hagan is joined by Munster legends Alan Quinlan and Fiona Hayes to look ahead to Saturday’s big interpro with Connacht at Thomond Park. We talk Antoine Frisch’s imminent departure, RG Snyman’s first start at Thomond and we have a special interview with Jonny Holland, head coach of AIL Champions Cork Consititution.(0.30) Intro and comments, and congrats for Fiona on UL Bohs’ win(7.00) Antoine Frisch set for Toulon Switch(14.14) Connacht preview(30.00) RG Snyman set for first Thomond Start(38.20) Jonny Holland interviewThe first twenty minutes of this week's podcast is unlocked, but to listen to the full podcast, get on over to the Off The Ball app, or become a member at offtheball.com/join.Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected] to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed7

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has news of the latest flurry of contract extensions at Leinster, as Max Deegan spurns the chance to join Ulster. Connacht's options at out-half have thinned even further, with JJ Hanrahan suffering a serious knee injury. And the very future of the Investec Champions Cup is in doubt.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Saturday's Investec Champions Cup semi-final clash of Leinster and Northampton at Croke Park. Connacht have conducted a third raid on a UK club. And Billy Vunipola addresses his arrest in Majorca.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, we hear from Northampton's Courtney Lawes on the significance of Croke Park ahead of Saturday's Investec Champions Cup semi-final with Leinster. Ireland will warm up for their WXV1 campaign with a test against the Wallaroos in Belfast. And Connacht have made their second signing ahead of next season.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of an expanded Celtic Challenge. Eben Etzebeth accuses Ireland of arrogance at last year's World Cup. And Joe Schmidt highlights the one area of the Irish game of which he's envious.