Pat McCarry has been working in journalism since 2003 and, before coming to JOE, has written for outlets such as The Guardian, Sunday Tribune, Press Association, Irish Independent, The42 and more. He has been covering sport extensively since 2009, with particular focus on rugby, football and golf.
Ireland vs. New Zealand: All the biggest moments, talking points and player ratings
Get ready for a gripping encounter in Paris. The Ireland New Zealand quarter final at this World Cup will be a gripping affair. We will have all the biggest moments, reactions and ratings in our live feed [below]. Having set an Irish record for a World Cup winning margin, against Romania, then defeated Tonga 59-16, Farrell’s men pipped South […]
2 years ago
Johnny Sexton stands up for Springbok star with impressive press conference speech
“It’s tough, but you get stronger off the back of that.” In the aftermath of Ireland toppling South Africa, in Paris, much of the praise flowing was being directed to Andy Farrell’s men. Manie Libbok came up in a lot of the post-match chat, too, with Johnny Sexton getting hooked into the debate. Libbok missed […]
2 years ago
Peter O’Mahony lets it all go in beautiful post-match footage that sums up Paris scenes
“It’s not too often that you see Peter O’Mahony like that!” To be at Stade de France, or even in and around Paris, on Saturday night was to witness an Irish take-over to rival the very past from past years. Even for veterans like Johnny Sexton and Peter O’Mahony, this was a night to remember. […]
2 years ago
Andy Farrell backs his big hitters in Ireland team for South Africa
The Ireland head coach has brought out the big guns for this crucial clash. Andy Farrell is sticking with several frontliners after his Ireland team to face South Africa was announced, asking them to dig deep for the third weekend in a row. IRELAND TEAM (vs. SOUTH AFRICA) 15. Hugo Keenan (Leinster/UCD) (33 caps) 14. […]
2 years ago