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Ireland are heading to next year's Rugby World Cup in England after finishing third in the Six Nations.

Saturday 27 April

Today's Top Stories

Match Report

O'Brien holds her nerve to kick Ireland to first World Cup qualification since 2017

Jurgen Klopp and Mo Salah argue.
Drama

Klopp farewell turning sour as Salah row overshadows 2-2 draw with West Ham

Connacht back row Shamus Hurley-Langton.
Moose

'Because of my name, I always felt connected to Ireland'

Shannon Sweeney celebrates after winning 50kg gold.
Boxing

Shannon Sweeney and Aoife O'Rourke win gold at European Boxing Championships

Winning trainer Willie Mullins poses with the trophy alongside winning jockey Danny Mullins (left) and Paul Townend.
Milestone

Willie Mullins crowned champion trainer in Britain for first time

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