Rob O'Halloran

Ireland, Lower Saxony

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10 Of The Greatest Moments In The History Of The Aviva Stadium

1 week ago | balls.ie | Rob O'Halloran |Patrick McCarry |Eoin Harrington |Donny Mahoney

Incredibly, the Aviva Stadium is 15 years old. Officially opened by Taoiseach Brian Cowen on the 14th May 2010, the new stadium didn't host a game until 31st July when the O2 Challenge rugby game was played, followed a few days later by the visit of Manchester United to take on a League of Ireland XI. The development of Lansdowne Road was a long time coming, finally getting the go ahead after plans for The Bertie Bowl (Stadium Ireland) and Eircom Park went array.
'Not Acceptable': Blunt Andy Farrell Questioned Lions Hunger After Argentina Loss

1 week ago | balls.ie | Rob O'Halloran

There was disappointment in Dublin for Andy Farrell and his British and Irish Lions as their opening fixture ended in a shock 28-24 defeat to Argentina. The first try of the game came when Argentina wing Ignacio Mendy showed his pace out on the left-flank to cross over. However, the Lions responded and it was Bundee Aki who powered over, barreling his way through three defenders with a signature carry.
Jackman Warns Farrell Over Potential Irish Bias After Latest Lions Appointment

1 week ago | balls.ie | Rob O'Halloran

The British and Irish Lions Tour kicks off with warm-up fixture against Argentina in Dublin but fans are already looking ahead to their trip Down Under. Ireland boss Andy Farrell will take charge of the Lions for the first time in his coaching career having picked a squad laden with some of his most reliable lieutenants.
Angry Ginge Told Wild Karaoke Story About 'Hilarious' Robbie Keane At Soccer Aid

1 week ago | balls.ie | Rob O'Halloran

Robbie Keane's playing career may be long behind him but the decorated coach swapped his Ferencvaros duties for Soccer Aid at Wembley Stadium last weekend. Fresh off domestic glory with Ferencvaros in Hungary, Keane teamed up with Peter Schmeichel to guide the World XI to glory in the 14th edition of the annual fundraising fixture. Major celebrities and prominent former footballers linked up for the fixture in which Keane has found the net aplenty in years past.
Shane Lowry Can Only Laugh At Rules Blunder As He And McIlroy Endure US Open Hell

2 weeks ago | balls.ie | Rob O'Halloran

The 2025 US Open has been one to forget from an Irish perspective, with Rory McIlroy needing a birdie on the 18th hole to make the cut and Shane Lowry enjoying a memorably frustrating round on Friday. Both men had enjoyed a strong start to 2025, Lowry competing consistently in the big events and McIlroy famously claiming an elusive Masters green jacket in the spring.
'Further Head To Head' Between Duff And Bradley As Rovers Beat Shelbourne

2 weeks ago | balls.ie | Rob O'Halloran

Shamrock Rovers picked up a massive win in their push to reclaim the League of Ireland Premier Divison title by beating Shelbourne 2-1 at Tolka Park. Most of the pre-match discussion had centred around the ongoing feud between Shels' boss Damien Duff and Rovers' manager Stephen Bradley. The pair have been at loggerheads since Duff snubbed a handshake offer from his former mentor after their teams played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in April.
McGinley Claims The System Has Failed Rory McIlroy Amid Driver Controversy

2 weeks ago | balls.ie | Rob O'Halloran

Paul McGinley has come to the defence of Rory McIlroy as his post-Masters woes continued with a difficult start at the US Open. Thursday was ultimately a disappointing opening day at the US Open for McIlroy, who finished Thursday eight shots off the lead and fighting to stay within touching distance of a sixth major crown.
O'Callaghan Was Stunned By Specific Trait Of Hurlers During Waterford Stint

2 weeks ago | balls.ie | Rob O'Halloran

Munster hurling threw up a typically thrilling end to the Championship as Cork got the better of Limerick in a dramatic penalty shootout. Limerick had been gunning for an unprecedented seven-in-row on home soil but were undone by a resilient Cork who ended a lengthy wait for provincial glory. Now champions in the National League and Munster Championship, The Rebels are right in the mix for All-Ireland glory.
Keith Andrews Overwhelming Favourite For Huge Premier League Manager Role

2 weeks ago | balls.ie | Rob O'Halloran

Former Ireland midfielder Keith Andrews is right in the mix to take the top job at Brentford in the wake of the departure of Thomas Frank. Frank, who joined The Bees back in 2018 and got them promoted to the Premier League in his second season, has been confirmed as Ange Postecoglu's successor at Tottenham Hotspur. Andrews worked under Frank with the London club after joining as a set-piece coach last summer.
Ten Years On, Cian Lynch's Limerick Debut Interview Is Still Superb

1 month ago | balls.ie | Rob O'Halloran |Eoin Harrington |Eamonn Curley |Donny Mahoney

Saturday marks 10 years since Cian Lynch burst onto the scene with a hugely impressive championship debut for Limerick against Clare in the Munster senior hurling championship. The then-19-year-old was named man-of-the-match on his first senior championship appearance, a mark of things to come. Since then, the Patrickswell man has become one of the finest hurlers in Ireland as one of the standout stars of John Kiely's four-in-a-row team.