Heineken Cup
# heineken-cup - Wednesday 10 April, 2013
9 of the best from Peter Stringer as he waves goodbye to Munster Rugby
We pay tribute to the man that appeared for province and country 330 times.
Harlequins launch investigation after Munster fans’ invasion of The Stoop
The Premiership champions were not impressed with “supporters” selling their tickets to travelling Irish supporters.
Mane man: Brian O’Driscoll targets 4th Lions tour
Retirement? “I just have to play it out this season and see how things unfold and then I’ll make a call after that.”
# heineken-cup - Tuesday 9 April, 2013
Rob Penney finally getting the respect his Munster achievements deserve – Greg Feek
The Leinster scrum coach believes his fellow Kiwi is benefitting from embracing his side’s battling qualities.
# heineken-cup - Monday 8 April, 2013
POLL: Did Paul O’Connell play himself onto the Lions plane to Oz?
Warren Gatland was at The Stoop on Sunday to witness a tour-de-force.
‘When Munster are up for it we’re a different team’ – Ronan O’Gara
“It’s a great day to be a Munster person,” declared the veteran outhalf following his side’s 18-12 win.
‘I’m so proud. It means so much to these young guys’ – Paul O’Connell
The Munster lock got surprisingly emotional after their Heineken Cup quarter-final win over Harlequins.
# heineken-cup - Sunday 7 April, 2013
12 pictures that sum up Paul O’Connell’s afternoon
If he keeps this up, he’ll be flying the Lions plane down to Australia.
As it happened: Harlequins v Munster, Heineken Cup quarter-finals
Could Munster get the job done and keep the Heineken Cup dream alive? Here’s how it all went down on a pulsating afternoon at the Stoop.
‘Nothing more stimulating than POC screaming at you’ – David Wallace
The former Munster flanker believes ‘amazing’ Zebo and talisman O’Connell can inspire cup success.
Harlequins v Munster: 3 key battles Munster must win at The Stoop
Munster are up against it today, but sure where else would they rather be?
# heineken-cup - Saturday 6 April, 2013
Your horrifying rugby injury pic of the day
Ernst Joubert does indeed have the worst nose in sport.
‘We were beaten by the better team,’ admits disappointed Anscombe
Meanwhile, Ulster captain Rory Best lamented the high number of unforced errors made by the side.
Clermont prove too strong for Montpellier
Last year’s semi-finalists booked their place in the last four at the Stade Marcel Michelin.
As it happened: Saracens v Ulster, Heineken Cup quarter-final
Saracens played Ulster, as the two sides competed for a place in the semi-finals of the competition.
‘He’s a nightmare for anyone to be up against’ – Pienaar on Gilroy’s magic feet
It is almost a year since the Ulster winger announced himself to Europe with a stunning try against Munster.
Saracens v Ulster: 3 key Battles to decide a Heineken Cup 1/4 final
The northern province have important personnel back and are brimming with intent in London today.
‘Nevin will never be forgotten’ – Henderson plans winning tribute for Spence
The Ulster forward believes his side’s league double over Leinster will inspire the team against Saracens today.
# heineken-cup - Friday 5 April, 2013
9 great reasons to watch European Rugby this weekend
From threats, to team news, spinning decks to defenders and the continued lusting after a certain Irishman at ‘Quins.
Zebo in for Munster, Tommy Bowe named on Ulster bench for Heineken Cup 1/4 final
The Irish provinces were boosted by team news this afternoon.
‘It would be a massive loss for us if Ferris leaves’ – Ruan Pienaar
The Ulster and Ireland flanker has been linked to a move to Japan in recent weeks.
Shane Byrne: Curse of the 13 jersey may lead to Wasps sting for Leinster
The former Leinster and Ireland hooker believes Ulster have the best chance of the three Irish sides this weekend.
# heineken-cup - Thursday 4 April, 2013
‘When I arrived Ulster was in a bad place’ – Pienaar targets cup double
The South African has warned his teammates to be on the alert for flanker Jacques Burger, who he describes as a ‘kamikaze pilot’.
Heineken Cup: Zebo and Howlett may be ‘game day’ decisions for Munster
Donnacha Ryan and Conor Murray are expected to return but there are concern over the wing positions.
# heineken-cup - Wednesday 3 April, 2013
Munster have a mountain to climb against ‘Quins – O’Connell
The Munster lock was considering a higher power as he looked ahead to meeting Conor O’Shea’s side.
Iain Henderson: Forget Colin Farrell, we have to worry about Owen Farrell
The outhalf has kicked Saracens and England to a number of vital wins over the past two seasons.
# heineken-cup - Tuesday 2 April, 2013
Heineken Cup: Marshall and Afoa ready to face Saracens at Twickenham
Ulster have been buoyed by a win in Dublin, positive fitness updates and reports of a large contingent of travelling fans.
# heineken-cup - Monday 1 April, 2013
Dare to dream: Aviva confirmed as semi-final venue if…
A final four clash at Lansdowne is still a big maybe, but Munster now know where they’ll have to go.
Ulster confident Afoa will be back, but Lutton ready to take another big chance
The rookie tight-head impressed on his first Ulster start on Saturday.
# heineken-cup - Sunday 31 March, 2013
‘All we ask is consistency’: Schmidt bemoans refereeing as Leinster denied 8th straight win
George Clancy was at the centre of the dramatic finish last night as Leinster fell 18-22 to Ulster.
‘That’s what rugby’s about’: Ulster resistance proves a match for Leinster’s big finish
The northern province were made to work overtime for their first away win over Leinster this century.
# heineken-cup - Friday 29 March, 2013
Schmidt for Ireland coach and 6 other things we learned from #AskKeith
Former Ireland hooker Keith Wood also believes Paul O’Connell and Simon Zebo will make the Lions tour.
Don’t touch that dial… here’s the sport on TV this long weekend
Get tucked into those Easter Eggs and check this lot out.
# heineken-cup - Wednesday 27 March, 2013
‘Hopefully I’ll be able to drive on’ – Zebo desperate to make Heineken Cup deadline
The Munster winger revealed he will learn his fate after a contact session ‘next Monday or Tuesday’.
# heineken-cup - Tuesday 26 March, 2013
Tom Court: International rugby is a microscope 24/7, now players can relax
As the Six Nations fades out of view, Ireland’s top two Pro12 contenders are on a collision course this Saturday.
# heineken-cup - Sunday 24 March, 2013
Playing through Payne: Fullback holds the key to Ulster’s season
After an unforgiving start to his time in Ireland, Jared Payne is desperate to keep playing
# heineken-cup - Friday 22 March, 2013
Balancing act: Anscombe happy to win ugly as season reaches tipping point
The Ulster coach admits the fortnight off from Pro12 action came at the perfect time. Now he’s targeting a win in Edinburgh to push his team back to their limit.
# heineken-cup - Wednesday 20 March, 2013
Big loss for Leinster as Nacewa to retire due to family reasons
The New Zealander is set to return to his homeland at the end of this season.
Gatty, if you’re listening: Tommy Bowe speeding toward recovery
Ulster coach Mark Anscombe is confident the winger will be fit for the business end of the season.
# heineken-cup - Tuesday 19 March, 2013
Staying put: ‘Excited’ Trimble commits to Ulster until 2015
The international wing says he is looking forward to continue Ulster’s upward trajectory.
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