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#Centre of attention

# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 20 November, 2019

From The42 Friend keen on new deal for Aki 'but that's a decision that rests with the IRFU' Centre Of Attention

Friend keen on new deal for Aki 'but that's a decision that rests with the IRFU'

Nov 20th 2019, 7:30 AM 9,927 Views 18 Comments

The Connacht head coach hopes the Ireland centre will join Kieran Marmion by signing a new contract.

# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 25 September, 2019

From The42 Ireland's Chris Farrell reaping the rewards from his 'shot in the dark' Centre Of Attention

Ireland's Chris Farrell reaping the rewards from his 'shot in the dark'

Sep 25th 2019, 7:00 PM 9,375 Views 7 Comments

The Munster centre made his World Cup debut as a first-half substitute in Sunday’s victory over Scotland.

# centre-of-attention - Monday 9 September, 2019

From The42 O'Driscoll backs 'luxury' defensive option Henshaw to take Ireland 13 shirt Centre Of Attention

O'Driscoll backs 'luxury' defensive option Henshaw to take Ireland 13 shirt

Sep 9th 2019, 3:02 PM 10,285 Views 12 Comments

Henshaw and Aki look to have formed a cohesive partnership as the World Cup looms.

# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 4 September, 2019

From The42 Marchant handed first England start despite exclusion from World Cup squad Centre Of Attention

Marchant handed first England start despite exclusion from World Cup squad

Sep 4th 2019, 9:42 AM 9,504 Views 4 Comments

The Harlequins centre’s selection raises doubts about the fitness of Jonathan Joseph and Henry Slade.

# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 6 August, 2019

From The42 Farrell feeling at home as he bids to 'heap more pressure' on other centres RWC2019

Farrell feeling at home as he bids to 'heap more pressure' on other centres

Aug 6th 2019, 7:58 PM 9,725 Views 7 Comments

The Munster back wants to prove he is ready to play at a World Cup if called upon.

# centre-of-attention - Saturday 13 July, 2019

From The42 Pogba impresses as Man United seal pre-season win over Perth Glory Centre Of Attention

Pogba impresses as Man United seal pre-season win over Perth Glory

Jul 13th 2019, 2:47 PM 10,581 Views 4 Comments

The wantaway midfielder assisted Marcus Rashford’s opening goal in Australia.

# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 16 January, 2019

From The42 'I'd like to think I'm ready for the next step but it's up to the coaches to decide' Centre Of Attention

'I'd like to think I'm ready for the next step but it's up to the coaches to decide'

Jan 16th 2019, 12:00 PM 24,138 Views 38 Comments

Tom Farrell is hoping to receive his first Ireland call-up when Joe Schmidt reveals his squad for Ireland’s Grand Slam defence today.

# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 12 December, 2018

From The42 Van Graan confident Sam Arnold can continue solving 'puzzles' for Munster's midfield Centre Of Attention

Van Graan confident Sam Arnold can continue solving 'puzzles' for Munster's midfield

Dec 12th 2018, 11:21 AM 5,807 Views 3 Comments

Chris Farrell’s absence will give the 22-year-old another big stage to perform on this weekend.

# centre-of-attention - Friday 26 October, 2018

From The42 McCloskey double caps bonus point win for Ulster over Dragons Centre Of Attention

McCloskey double caps bonus point win for Ulster over Dragons

Oct 26th 2018, 9:52 PM 6,587 Views 4 Comments

Will Addison was on form again to help Dan McFarland’s men grab their first five-point success of the season.

# centre-of-attention - Thursday 4 October, 2018

From The42 Henshaw ready and waiting for Munster after missing out on Galway return Centre Of Attention

Henshaw ready and waiting for Munster after missing out on Galway return

Oct 4th 2018, 6:00 AM 4,922 Views 8 Comments

The Leinster centre has made his seasonal reappearance in this fixture over the last two years, but now feels in better shape than ever.

# centre-of-attention - Saturday 4 August, 2018

From The42 Harlequins snap up New Zealand-born former NFL player Centre Of Attention

Harlequins snap up New Zealand-born former NFL player

Aug 4th 2018, 9:47 AM 8,896 Views 2 Comments

Paul Lasike was part of the USA side that pulled off a victory over Scotland in Texas in June.

# centre-of-attention - Thursday 17 May, 2018

From The42 Munster's settled centre could hold the key in Pro14 semi Inter-pro

Munster's settled centre could hold the key in Pro14 semi

May 17th 2018, 1:26 AM 12,497 Views 22 Comments

Fatigue may or may not be a factor for Leinster, but they will be without key personnel in their defensive setup.

# centre-of-attention - Saturday 17 March, 2018

From The42 Mentor and apprentice: Ringrose relishing battle with former team-mate Te'o Centre Of Attention

Mentor and apprentice: Ringrose relishing battle with former team-mate Te'o

Mar 17th 2018, 6:30 AM 7,148 Views 8 Comments

The 23-year-old will be the centre of attention at Twickenham later as he hopes to help Ireland to a third ever Grand Slam success.

# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 6 March, 2018

From The42 'When Ringer was being compared to Drico, I remember saying ‘oh God, that poor young fella’' Centre Of Attention

'When Ringer was being compared to Drico, I remember saying ‘oh God, that poor young fella’'

Mar 6th 2018, 6:30 AM 14,352 Views 16 Comments

Keith Earls knows the weight that comes with a 13 jersey for Ireland, but it has become easier to slip new talents into the outside centre channel.

# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 20 February, 2018

From The42 Fit-again Ringrose available for the Kings, but Leinster wait to hear Schmidt's call Centre Of Attention

Fit-again Ringrose available for the Kings, but Leinster wait to hear Schmidt's call

Feb 20th 2018, 6:30 AM 5,690 Views 5 Comments

The centre has been called into Ireland’s Six Nations squad, but it remains to be seen who he’ll line out for this weekend.

# centre-of-attention - Friday 16 February, 2018

From The42 Cullen backs Ringrose to slot back in for Wales as centre returns to full training Centre Of Attention

Cullen backs Ringrose to slot back in for Wales as centre returns to full training

Feb 16th 2018, 2:04 PM 8,421 Views 15 Comments

The 23-year-old could come back into contention for Ireland selection next week.

# centre-of-attention - Friday 15 December, 2017

From The42 'You have to take everything with a pinch of salt': Stockdale keen to give the hype a wide berth Centre Of Attention

'You have to take everything with a pinch of salt': Stockdale keen to give the hype a wide berth

Dec 15th 2017, 9:10 AM 6,286 Views 21 Comments

Ulster take on Harlequins tonight and the 21-year-old is having to tolerate all eyes on him after a fine autumn.

# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 22 November, 2017

From The42 New Zealand sevens star in line for earlier-than-expected Connacht debut Centre Of Attention

New Zealand sevens star in line for earlier-than-expected Connacht debut

Nov 22nd 2017, 9:28 AM 8,601 Views 5 Comments

Pita Ahki has impressed in training and could feature against Cardiff Blues on Friday.

# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 24 October, 2017

From The42 Reid working hard to tighten up Leinster's midfield channel after 53 missed tackles Defence

Reid working hard to tighten up Leinster's midfield channel after 53 missed tackles

Oct 24th 2017, 7:00 AM 7,927 Views 12 Comments

Leinster have enjoyed a perfect start to their European campaign, but defensively they have been exposed by Montpellier and Glasgow.

# centre-of-attention - Friday 15 September, 2017

From The42 Taute and Farrell's muscular midfield partnership gives Munster an added dimension Centre Of Attention

Taute and Farrell's muscular midfield partnership gives Munster an added dimension

Sep 15th 2017, 5:32 PM 11,062 Views 6 Comments

The pair are named to start again in tomorrow’s Pro14 trip to Ospreys.

# centre-of-attention - Thursday 20 July, 2017

From The42 Farrell targets silverware as debut season with Munster looms Centre Of Attention This post contains videos

Farrell targets silverware as debut season with Munster looms

Jul 20th 2017, 5:06 PM 9,782 Views 5 Comments

The former Ulster centre has joined the southern province after three seasons in France.

# centre-of-attention - Thursday 30 March, 2017

From The42 Leaving Munster would have brought Taute to tears Centre Of Attention

Leaving Munster would have brought Taute to tears

Mar 30th 2017, 6:00 AM 11,244 Views 1 Comment

The South African centre is enjoying his spell with the southern province, which was due to end in December.

# centre-of-attention - Monday 9 January, 2017

From The42 'I just feel lucky really': Ringrose still pinching himself as Leinster's centre of attention MOTM

'I just feel lucky really': Ringrose still pinching himself as Leinster's centre of attention

Jan 9th 2017, 7:00 AM 7,076 Views 8 Comments

Another dazzling performance on Friday night earned the 21-year-old the man-of-the-match award but his feet remain firmly on the ground.

# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 1 November, 2016

From The42 Ireland's 2013 tormentor Crotty looking forward to clash with old pal Jared Payne Midfield Clash

Ireland's 2013 tormentor Crotty looking forward to clash with old pal Jared Payne

Nov 1st 2016, 9:16 PM 8,662 Views 8 Comments

The All Black centre says he’s been apologising to Irish supporters everywhere since denying Joe Schmidt’s men victory in Dublin.

# centre-of-attention - Friday 30 September, 2016

From The42 Ben Te'o one of seven uncapped players included in England squad Centre Of Attention

Ben Te'o one of seven uncapped players included in England squad

Sep 30th 2016, 2:18 PM 6,539 Views 8 Comments

Eddie Jones’ side are preparing for Tests against South Africa, Fiji, Argentina and Australia.

# centre-of-attention - Sunday 8 May, 2016

From The42 Bundee Aki voted Player of the Year in Connacht, Ben Te'o takes Leinster gong Centre Of Attention

Bundee Aki voted Player of the Year in Connacht, Ben Te'o takes Leinster gong

May 8th 2016, 9:00 AM 8,178 Views 10 Comments

Josh van der Flier and Sean O’Brien picked up the equivalent prize for young players in their respective provinces.

# centre-of-attention - Thursday 10 March, 2016

From The42 Joe Schmidt: 'We haven't trained with Jared at 15' Centre Of Attention

Joe Schmidt: 'We haven't trained with Jared at 15'

Mar 10th 2016, 3:38 PM 7,500 Views 36 Comments

Simon Zebo was always the head coach’s front-runner to replace Rob Kearney.

# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 8 December, 2015

From The42 Ben Te'o: 'I'm really enjoying rugby union and I probably want to stick around' In Demand

Ben Te'o: 'I'm really enjoying rugby union and I probably want to stick around'

Dec 8th 2015, 1:20 PM 7,449 Views 13 Comments

However, that doesn’t necessarily mean the Kiwi will choose to extend his time in Leinster.

# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 13 October, 2015

Inside the highly unusual hotel at the centre of every Budget Centre Of Attention

Inside the highly unusual hotel at the centre of every Budget

Oct 13th 2015, 7:55 PM 25,997 Views 7 Comments

Buswells Hotel is an integral part of Irish political life. So much so that until a few years ago the Dáil voting bell used to ring out in the bar.

# centre-of-attention - Wednesday 30 September, 2015

From The42 Options options everywhere, but who should play alongside Robbie Henshaw? Last But Not Least

Options options everywhere, but who should play alongside Robbie Henshaw?

Sep 30th 2015, 3:29 PM 9,711 Views 39 Comments

A bruised foot for Jared Payne may force Joe Schmidt to look to a new partner for the Connacht star this weekend.

# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 29 September, 2015

From The42 Payne criticism 'not based on fact, I thought it was one of Jared's best games' -- Cave OUTSIDE INFLUENCE

Payne criticism 'not based on fact, I thought it was one of Jared's best games' -- Cave

Sep 29th 2015, 3:07 PM 5,585 Views 13 Comments

Darren Cave won’t be joining the chorus of criticism for his team-mate and centre rival.

# centre-of-attention - Monday 25 May, 2015

From The42 Under 20 star Ringrose digs in to make sure feet don't leave the ground Centre Of Attention

Under 20 star Ringrose digs in to make sure feet don't leave the ground

May 25th 2015, 9:04 PM 10,288 Views 1 Comment

The centre is adept at dodging the weighty comparison to Blackrock and Ireland’s most famous 13.

# centre-of-attention - Saturday 21 March, 2015

'Does this look like a dying movement?' - Tens of thousands protest in Dublin Right2Water

'Does this look like a dying movement?' - Tens of thousands protest in Dublin

Mar 21st 2015, 8:37 PM 94,131 Views 566 Comments

It’s the fourth major ‘day of action’ on water charges.

# centre-of-attention - Tuesday 10 March, 2015

From The42 Henshaw not done tapping D'Arcy for tips while taking every chance to build Payne partnership Centre Of Attention

Henshaw not done tapping D'Arcy for tips while taking every chance to build Payne partnership

Mar 10th 2015, 6:09 PM 7,090 Views 3 Comments

Ireland’s new centre partnership will sample the delights of the Millennium Stadium for the first time this weekend.

# centre-of-attention - Sunday 9 November, 2014

From The42 'I love a big hit': Henshaw more than comfortable in centre of the Test arena 'bok Buster

'I love a big hit': Henshaw more than comfortable in centre of the Test arena

Nov 9th 2014, 8:00 AM 22,090 Views 21 Comments

The Connacht man had a little help from Gordon D’Arcy to prepare for his biggest Test to date.

# centre-of-attention - Thursday 6 November, 2014

From The42 Henshaw and Payne both start in midfield for Ireland's clash with the Boks Centre Of Attention

Henshaw and Payne both start in midfield for Ireland's clash with the Boks

Nov 6th 2014, 1:15 PM 20,657 Views 114 Comments

Mike Ross is fit to take his place at tighthead prop, as Simon Zebo gets the nod on the left wing.

# centre-of-attention - Monday 3 November, 2014

One World Trade Centre's first tenants are moving in today Centre Of Attention

One World Trade Centre's first tenants are moving in today

Nov 3rd 2014, 10:46 AM 15,529 Views 23 Comments

Publishing giant Conde Nast will move 170 staff into “America’s most secure office” today.

# centre-of-attention - Friday 31 October, 2014

From The42 Henshaw taking centre stage as Kearney feels his way back to fitness 13

Henshaw taking centre stage as Kearney feels his way back to fitness

Oct 31st 2014, 9:00 PM 18,660 Views 46 Comments

The Connacht man partnered Gordon D’Arcy in the centre at today’s open training session at the Aviva.

# centre-of-attention - Thursday 16 October, 2014

From The42 Bowe setting new PBs, but won't be turned into a centre any time soon Next In Line?

Bowe setting new PBs, but won't be turned into a centre any time soon

Oct 16th 2014, 8:50 AM 4,970 Views 4 Comments

The wing stay the wing.

# centre-of-attention - Sunday 12 October, 2014

From The42 Doak delights in negating Glasgow as McCloskey provides heart of defensive effort Centre Of Attention

Doak delights in negating Glasgow as McCloskey provides heart of defensive effort

Oct 12th 2014, 8:10 AM 3,480 Views 2 Comments

Ulster’s new head coach was behind Glasgow’s first loss of the season.

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