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Rugbys Controversial Weekend: Leinster Triumphs, Munsters Decider, and Irish Records Shattered in Athletics
In a week dominated by heavy snow in Amsterdam, Irish rugby teams faced a mix of victories and controversies. Leinster narrowly won against La Rochelle, while Munsters match against Toulon ended in a decider due to a debated penalty. Connachts Challenge Cup loss was a stark contrast.
Meanwhile, Bordeaux Begles secured a Champions Cup repeat victory over Northampton. In Gaelic games, Munster clubs swept the finals at Croke Park, but the intermediate football showdown between An Ghaeltacht and Glenullin was marred by nonstop vuvuzela noise.
Players and coaches kept it real after the rugby drama. Leinsters Caelan Doris praised their winning spirit, while Munsters Tadhg Beirne and coach Clayton McMillan made no excuses despite the controversial penalty call.
In soccer, questions swirled around Chelsea manager Liam Roseniors fitness and Irelands Evan Fergusons injury at Roma. Bright spots emerged in athletics, with Irish records shattered at the Valencia ten-kilometer race and Brian Fays strong World Cross Country finish in Tallahassee.
Catch nonstop snooker from The Masters today and Cork versus Clare in the Munster Hurling League tonight. Liverpool versus Barnsley in the FA Cup follows at seven forty-five PM on TNT Sports.
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