Frenchman and Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger, says “France should offer a replay – which I support personally. We want to beat Ireland properly.” French captain Thierry Henry says a replay of the World Cup play-off with the Republic of Ireland would “be the fairest solution”. France’s former superstar, David Ginola, said “there is no pride in this win”.
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I’m in Joburg wondering how the Lions will do on Saturday in the third and final test.
Isn’t it nice when every so often, someone, somewhere appreciates your efforts like when your boss says ‘good job’ or your team mate says ‘well played’? A simple ‘thank you note’ or a ‘congratulations’ message can mean so much. That’s why I’m over the moon…..
I went to the wonderful 74,500 seater Millennium Stadium in Cardiff last Saturday to watch the Irish rugby team take on the 6 Nations champions, Wales. Both sides were going for glory. Before the kick-off I witnessed a fantastic moment of sportsmanship.
I was totally engaged by RTE’s Ryan Tubridy’s warmth and George Hamilton’s lovely sportsmanship stories, and I have to say, delighted by the response from listeners who sent in some new stories about sportsmanship.
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