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REACTION: Ireland beat England and claim the Grand Slam in Dublin
Rugby pundit Brent Pope and Grand Slam winner Grace Davitt joined Johnny Ward immediately after the final whistle as Ireland captured their fourth Grand Slam title and first under Andy Farrell.
‘This is about taking a step forward’ | Returning as captain | Owen Farrell
Owen Farrell spoke to the press ahead of England's clash against Ireland at the Aviva Stadium @VodafoneIreland | #TeamOfUs
Grand Slam in sight, Johnny Sexton & Johnny Wilkinson comparisons, Mike Catt
Ahead of Ireland's Grand Slam decider with England, Ireland's Assistant Coach, Mike Catt spoke to the press. Rugby on OTB with thanks to Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs
'It would be the most impressive Six Nations win ever' | Chris Jones on Ireland's chance at history
Will O'Callaghan was joined by BBC Rugby journalist Chris Jones on Friday's Off The Ball to share the English perspective of Saturday's Six Nations finale with us. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Alan Quinlan: Home Grand Slam on the horizon
Alan Quinlan joined Adrian and Shane on OTB AM to look ahead to a big Paddy's weekend as Irish hopes of a home Grand Slam edges closer. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
'Ireland are in a different stratosphere' | Gibson-Park Returns
Will O'Callaghan is joined by Cian Tracey of the Irish Independent and former Ireland international Grace Davitt on The 6 Nations Show. Rugby on OTB with thanks to @VodafoneIreland | #TeamOfUs
Embracing the favourites tag | Andy Farrell's Press Conference
Andy Farrell speaks to the gathered media ahead of Ireland's potential Grand Slam-winning game at home against England. @VodafoneIreland #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Gibson-Park returns for Slam decider, Healy for Scotland debut, Robertson on All Blacks links
On a bumper edition of Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news for the final round of Six Nations matches. We hear from Andy Farrell as Ireland chase the perfect performance rather than a trophy against England. Warren Gatland says Wales' game away to France is the last Six Nations hurrah for a bunch of his players. And Scott Robertson speaks on his links to the All Blacks job.
Ian Keatley: Leaving Connacht for Munster, picking up GAA
On this morning's OTB AM, Dara Smith-Naughton was joined by Ian Keatley to look ahead to Ireland v England in the Six Nations. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Fiona Hayes: Sexton's record breaking weekend
Former Ireland and Munster rugby player Fiona Hayes joined OTB AM to talk about how Andy Farrell's side might line up vs. England at the weekend. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
WNR: 'Ireland will just have too much for them!' | Do England stand a chance against Ireland?
The Irish Times' Gerry Thornley and former Leinster and Connacht outhalf Andy Dunne joined Joe Molloy to discuss the prospect of an Irish Grand Slam against England on St Patrick's Day weekend. 🏉 with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: O'Mahony's high Sexton praise, Munster plans, Scotland's 2 Tuipulotus?
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of Saturday's make-or-break date with England. Jonathan Sexton talks about his final ever Six Nations outing, and Peter O'Mahony has high praise for his captain. Munster announce plans for a new Centre of Excellence in Limerick. And could Scotland double their number of Tuipulotus?
Keith Wood & Matt Dawson: Confident Ireland will beat England
Ex-Ireland captain Keith Wood & 2003 World Cup winner Matt Dawson join Ger & Shane on #OTBAM as Andy Farrell's side gear up for a Grand Slam decider in Dublin on Saturday evening. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
BRIAN O'DRISCOLL: Chasing a Grand Slam against England | Ireland have the best defence in the world | Don't sanitise Mack Hansen
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll joined Joe Molloy to analyse Ireland's win over Scotland in the Six Nations and to look ahead to Saturday's tilt at a Grand Slam against England. 🏉 with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs (0:00) - Mack Hansen’s comments about England, why he was top-class against Scotland. (07:00) - Ireland dealing with injuries during the game at Murrayfield. Ireland have the best defence in the world right now. (12:00) - Ireland team has different gears and are able to roll with the punches. Fast ruck ball is helping to wear the opposition down. The template has come from the Leinster model. (22:00) - Duhan van der Merwe needed to make the offload to Finn Russell. I’d have wanted more from Hogg on the Hansen try. (37:40) - Ireland staying calm despite the injuries, England’s soul searching after being hammered by France. (44:44) - England have to stick with Marcus Smith.
Rugby Daily: Furlong & Healy on England, Vunipola-Borthwick bust-up? Connacht's 7s star
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of the Grand Slam decider with England. We hear from Cian Healy and Tadhg Furlong on Saturday's make-or-break test. Andy Goode has an interesting theory on Billy Vunipola's England absence. Connacht have signed an Ireland Sevens star. And the period anxiety has led to an important change to the Ireland women's kit.
The Red 78 Ep. 62 | Ireland v Scotland Madness | Farrell's Man Management | Briggs & Quinlan
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs pick through the madness at Murrayfield last weekend, Andy Farrell's calmness under pressure & Briggs discusses the Irish Women's preparation for their Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday week. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
How Gibson-Park changed the game | Derek McNamara
REACT Rugby's Derek McNamara joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to go through the numbers behind Ireland's 22-7 victory over Scotland in Murrayfield Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Ronan O'Gara: Sexton's evolution as a captain, points record
La Rochelle head coach & 2009 Grand Slam winner Ronan O'Gara joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM as Ireland host the English this weekend with a Grand Slam (and ROG's Six Nations points record) on the line. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Matt Williams: England's leaky defence & hopeless attacking system
Ex-Scotland coach Matt Williams joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to run through the state of England after they suffered their heaviest home defeat of all time in the 53-10 drubbing at the hands of France. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
MNR | An unforgettable day for Irish rugby against Scotland | D'Arcy & RUD
Joe Molloy was joined by former Ireland international Gordon D'Arcy and journalist Rúaidhrí O'Connor for Monday Night Rugby. After Ireland defeated Scotland and teed up a shot at the Grand Slam next weekend, the lads examined one of Irish rugby's most unforgettable days in Murrayfield. On a disastrous weekend for English rugby the lads also explored how France managed to rack up a 53-10 victory, and Italy's inability to defeat Wales in Rome on Saturday afternoon. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Ringrose & Henderson out, England centre concerns, tackle trial
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you that meaty injury update from the Ireland camp after yesterday's bruising win over Scotland. England have concerns of their own - beyond grim performances - ahead of their trip to Dublin. World Rugby's said where it wants amateur tackling to happen. And the Lions tour to Australia is taking shape.
Ireland winning machine, Scotland mindset ahead of RWC: Tom English
Tom English joined Ger, Shane & Kenny on OTB AM to reflect on Ireland's win over Scotland in the Six Nations. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Grand Slam is on, Ireland's humility, World Cup hopes: Quinny
Former Munster and Ireland player Alan Quinlan was on #OTBAM following Ireland's key win vs. Scotland in the Six Nations. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Ireland are playing to their reputation as the best team in the world | Mike McCarthy
Former Leinster and Ireland second row Mike McCarthy joins Aisling O'Reilly to discuss Ireland's victory over Scotland in the Six Nations.
'I was confident' | Cian Healy explains how he felt playing hooker for Ireland
Cian Healy speaks to Aisling O'Reilly after he played hooker for Ireland in their 22-7 victory over Scotland in the Six Nations.
Andy Farrell and Johnny Sexton post-match | Ireland 22-7 Scotland
Andy Farrell and Johnny Sexton talk to the gathered media after Ireland's win during the Six Nations against Scotland.
The brilliance of O'Mahony & Murray as Ireland's big guns return | Farrell versus Smith continues
Will O'Callaghan is joined by Cian Tracey of the Irish Independent and former Ireland captain Michelle Claffey on The 6 Nations Show. Rugby on OTB with thanks to @VodafoneIreland | #TeamOfUs
Fri Daily: Sexton & co return, new Connacht signing, Niall Brophy RIP
On Friday's Rugby Daily Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of Sunday's Triple Crown showdown between Scotland and Ireland at Murrayfield. Plus, we hear from Andy Farrell & Gregor Townsend. Connacht have a new Irish-qualified signing. Joe Schmidt's considering a punt for the All Blacks job. Plus, Ireland and Lions legend Niall Brophy has passed away.
Scotland could do it against Ireland: Alan Quinlan
Former Ireland international Alan Quinlan was on OTB AM ahead of Ireland's clash against Scotland this weekend. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
'Russell saved the Lions, he saved rugby!' | Ronan O'Gara
La Rochelle coach Ronan O'Gara joined OTB AM ahead of the return of the Six Nations and Ireland's clash against Scotland on Sunday. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow Any questions, just shout and I'll pop down to you. I'll sort the full pod and the Scotland preview.
Rugby Daily: Sexton on coaching, Farrell dropped, Gatland on Wales split
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news for the Saturday Six Nations fixtures. We hear from Jonathan Sexton on coaching plans (or lack thereof) and Iain Henderson on the Scottish pack. Warren Gatland opens up on the split in the Wales squad. And Edinburgh have a new head coach.
Peter O'Mahony: Keeping pace with the 'awful shower of freaks' in Ireland's back row | Hostile Murrayfield
Ireland and Munster back-row Peter O'Mahony joined Nathan Murphy ahead of Sunday's crucial Six Nations match at Scotland. Aviva Ireland and their ambassador Peter O’Mahony are launching Aviva Ireland’s ‘The Best Seat in the House’. As part of the campaign, Aviva is giving one lucky Irish sports fan the chance to win a VIP experience for two people to every game at Aviva Stadium from now until July 2023. To enter, visit aviva.ie/bestseatinthehouse. 🏉 with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Sligo to Toronto (via Tokyo & Canterbury) | Conán O'Donnell
Toronto Arrows player Conán O'Donnell joins Cameron Hill on #OTBAM to talk about his latest port of call in a career that has already seen him play for Connacht, Japanese side Sunwolves, and New Zealand Super Rugby outfit Highlanders. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
What will Ireland do at 12? Scotland confident | Miller & Chalmers
Ger & Shane are back on #OTBAM, as the excitement builds for Ireland’s trip to Murrayfield this Sunday. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
WNR: Scotland primed to go at Ireland | Will Henshaw and Ringrose be fit? | Gatland's column an issue?
Fiona Hayes and Ruaidhri O’Connor joined Joe Molloy on Wednesday Night Rugby ahead of the penultimate weekend of games in this year's Six Nations. 🏉 with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Rugby Daily: Tackle height survey, Van der Flier on Scotland, Owens to join Boks?
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of an IRFU consultation which could reduce tackling height in the community and underage games. We hear from Josh van der Flier and Ronan Kelleher ahead of Ireland's Six Nations trip to Scotland. And could Nigel Owens be on the Springboks staff at the World Cup? We hear from Rassie Erasmus.
Is the Ireland squad talking about the Grand Slam? | Ronan Kelleher and Josh van der Flier
Ronan Kelleher and Josh van der Flier talk to the gathered media ahead of Ireland's game against Scotland in the Six Nations this weekend.
Handling Finn Russell; Team of the Six Nations so far | Derek McNamara
REACT Rugby's Derek McNamara joins Shane & Johnny to give a statistical hit ahead of Ireland's crunch clash with the Scots in Murrayfield on Sunday. @GilletteVideosUK | #EffortlessFlow
Sean O'Brien on dangerous Scots, this Irish team and returning to rugby
Former Ireland backrow Sean O'Brien joins Shane and Johnny on OTBAM to discuss Ireland's progress in the Six Nations this year, comparing the Irish and Scottish packs and chat about the upcoming Ireland vs England Legends game. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Rugby Daily: Carbs-free for Scotland, Smith makes England cut, Savea punished
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the new call-ups and fresh cuts to the Ireland squad ahead of their Triple Crown showdown with Scotland. Ardie Savea has been punished for his throat-slitting gesture. And an Ospreys director pours gallons of cold water on Ealing merger talk.
The Red 78 Ep. 61 | A messy affair in Musgrave, RG Returns & Scotland in the 6N!
Alan Quinlan and Niamh Briggs breakdown a questionable match against the Scarlets, the positives & negatives and what lies ahead for Ireland in Scotland. Get in contact on Twitter @rugbychannel15 or email [email protected]! Subscribe to The Rugby Channel for new episodes every week! #TheRed78
Rugby Daily: Gilchrist ban, Capuozzo out, Ealing-Ospreys merger?
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the Scotland lock who'll miss Sunday's Triple Crown decider with Ireland through suspension. Italy star Ange Capuozzo has seen his Six Nations ended by their defeat to Ireland. And that Ealing-Ospreys merger looks to be on the cards.
MNR | Tom English talks Scottish 'arrogance', Irish punditry & the Russell/Hogg/Townsend dynamic & Ireland's Six Nations so far
Joe Molloy was joined by BBC journalist Tom English on this week's edition of Monday Night Rugby on Off The Ball. Ahead of Ireland's crucial Six Nations clash in Edinburgh this weekend, Tom brought us up to speed with why this Six Nations has also been one to remember so far for Scotland. In association with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs
Quinny's worst defeat, Welsh rugby woes
Former Munster and Ireland player Alan Quinlan was in the OTB AM studio to talk about the weekend's United Rugby Championship action with all four provinces winning. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Rugby Daily: Frawley returns, Savea in trouble, Wales' Principality warning
On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news from Leinster, Connacht and Ulster ahead of their URC games tomorrow. Wales supporters are given a stark warning about governance reforms. And Ardie Savea has been a bold boy.
Ronan O'Gara: Ireland's focus ahead of World Cup
Ronan O'Gara joined OTB AM to chat about the mentality driving the Irish team and their focus ahead of the Scotland game. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow
Rugby Daily: Ireland quartet miss training, Farrell departs Munster, Snyman return confirmed
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest injury news from the Ireland camp after today's open session at the Aviva. We hear from Paul O'Connell and Robbie Henshaw. RG Snyman's Munster return has been confirmed, but a senior player is leaving the province with immediate effect. The Welsh exodus to France looks set to continue. And Sam Cane speaks out on the mess around the All Blacks head coach's job.
WNR: Italian lessons | Is the AIL being forgotten? | Gerry Thornley and Andy Dunne
Andy Dunne and Gerry Thornley were alongside Joe Molloy on Wednesday Night Rugby. 🏉 with Vodafone | #TeamOfUs (0:00) - Ireland's win against an impressive Italy. Ross Byrne increasingly taking the ball to the line. Conor Murray can play at high-tempo. (16:07) - Why it can feel like a matador if the ball to an out-half is not quick from the ruck. Ryan Baird has won the genetic lottery in life. (29:13) - AIL games being scheduled at the same time as Italy v Italy, role of the club game in developing players. (41:20) - France don't look the same team as last season. Scotland look like Ireland's main foes this season.
Rugby Daily: Snyman's 4G comeback, Foster departing All Blacks, 'Briano' tributes
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Ian Foster's departure as All Blacks head coach. We hear from Denis Leamy and Fineen Wycherley regarding RG Snyman's comeback. Cardiff Rugby explain their financial peril. Keith Wood pays tribute to Brian O'Brien and Tom Tierney. And there's a new face in the Italian squad.
Keith Wood: Excellence vs Perfection for Ireland, squad confidence
Ireland legend Keith Wood joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM to give his thoughts on Ireland's 34-20 win in Italy in the Six Nations, as attention turns to next weekend's trip to Murrayfield to face Scotland. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow