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RTÉ News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Hurling Fans Flock Together for a Night of Craic agus Ceol on RTÉ's 'Up For The Match' this Saturday night
Up for the Match brings the fun, the passion—and a bit of Riverdance— tomorrow night on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player at 9:35pm on the eve of the All-Ireland Hurling Final between Cork and Tipperary. GAA fans, get ready! On the night before the biggest clash in the hurling calendar, Up for the Match returns to RTÉ One with hosts Des Cahill and Jacqui Hurley celebrating the colour, rivalry and traditions that define the All-Ireland GAA Hurling Final. Viewers are in for a real treat as the world-famous Riverdance takes to the stage to open the show with a spectacular performance sure to get feet tapping across the country. Live from Loughmore-Castleiney in Tipperary, Marty Morrissey meets the family, friends and clubmates of the iconic McGrath brothers as they prepare for Sunday's showdown. Meanwhile, back in Cork, Anna Geary catches up with passionate supporters from Blarney GAA—the home club of stars Mark Coleman, Shane Barrett and Pádraig Power. In studio, a stellar line-up of hurling greats including Seánie McGrath, Lar Corbett, and Brian Corcoran share their insights and memories ahead of what promises to be a historic final. It wouldn't be Up for the Match without some familiar faces—2FM's Carl Mullan, Roz Purcell, Aisling Bonner, Kerry's own Billy Keane, and Paralympian Ellen Keane join Olympian Nadia Power to share their favourite All-Ireland memories. There will be musical performances as well from Irish trad band Ceol and surprise musical moments representing both Cork and Tipp. Co-presenter Des Cahill said: 'I've been presenting Up for the Match for over 20 years now, and it never gets old. It's something I look forward to every single time. The buzz, the craic, the last-minute nerves—it's become a bit of a cultural phenomenon. For GAA fans, it's the only place to be. It's like Christmas Eve mass, the night before the big event… but with more banter and a lot more jerseys!' Co-presenter Jacqui Hurley said: 'I've been counting down the days to Up for the Match. It always feels extra special when your own county is involved, and there's a lot of emotion tied into Cork's story this year. A first-ever All-Ireland final between Cork and Tipp? That's something really special—and I've no doubt both sets of fans will bring the craic on Saturday night.' Up for the Match airs this Saturday July 19th at 9.35pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player. Up for the Match (Football) airs Saturday July 26th at 9.35pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player. -ENDS- Notes to the editor: Date: Friday 18th July 2025
RTÉ News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Up for the Match reveals Saturday night guests
Up for the Match has revealed its Saturday night line-up ahead of the All-Ireland Hurling Final between Cork and Tipperary this Sunday. Fans have been promised fun, passion, "and a bit of Riverdance" as hosts Des Cahill and Jacqui Hurley count down to the game on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player on Saturday at 9:35pm. "Viewers are in for a real treat as the world-famous Riverdance takes to the stage to open the show with a spectacular performance sure to get feet tapping across the country," said the Up for the Match team. "Live from Loughmore-Castleiney in Tipperary, Marty Morrissey meets the family, friends, and clubmates of the iconic McGrath brothers as they prepare for Sunday's showdown. Meanwhile, back in Cork, Anna Geary catches up with passionate supporters from Blarney GAA - the home club of stars Mark Coleman, Shane Barrett, and Pádraig Power. "In studio, a stellar line-up of hurling greats including Seánie McGrath, Lar Corbett, and Brian Corcoran share their insights and memories ahead of what promises to be a historic final. "It wouldn't be Up for the Match without some familiar faces - 2FM's Carl Mullan, Roz Purcell, and Aisling Bonner, Kerry's own Billy Keane, and Paralympian Ellen Keane join Olympian Nadia Power to share their favourite All-Ireland memories. "There will be musical performances as well from Irish trad band Ceol and surprise musical moments representing both Cork and Tipp. Co-presenter Des Cahill said: "I've been presenting Up for the Match for over 20 years now, and it never gets old. It's something I look forward to every single time. The buzz, the craic, the last-minute nerves - it's become a bit of a cultural phenomenon. For GAA fans, it's the only place to be. It's like Christmas Eve mass, the night before the big event... but with more banter and a lot more jerseys!" Co-presenter Jacqui Hurley said: "I've been counting down the days to Up for the Match. It always feels extra special when your own county is involved, and there's a lot of emotion tied into Cork's story this year. A first-ever All-Ireland final between Cork and Tipp? That's something really special - and I've no doubt both sets of fans will bring the craic on Saturday night." Up for the Match airs Saturday 19 July at 9:35pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player.
Irish Examiner
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Irish Examiner
Cork City councillors retain plan for new bridge despite warnings it will limit use of the Lee
Cork's city councillors have voted overwhelmingly to retain a yet-to-be-designed light rail bridge over the River Lee as a key ambition of the city development plan (CDP) — despite warnings that a fixed rail bridge could impact waterborne transport. Councillors voted 28 to one, with one abstention, on Monday night, to approve the variation of the development plan that will guide the delivery of the vast new public realm, roads, parks, and cultural spaces required for the docklands — Ireland's largest urban regeneration site. The need for bridges for the area has been part of city planning policy since 2008 but they emerged as a major issue of concern when the variation was published for public consultation in April, attracting some 662 submissions. Many boat clubs and rowers expressed concerns about the proposed light rail bridge — from Horgan's Quay, near Kent Station, to Kennedy Quay on the south docks — suggesting that it could prevent upstream use of the river. The draft 'Luas' light rail route, including the bridge, published by the National Transport Authority earlier this year, is the subject of a separate public consultation process. Captain Michael McCarthy, a master mariner and a former deputy harbour master of the Port of Cork, was among those to raise concerns. Bridge 'would halt upstream use of the Lee' He said a fixed Luas bridge here would "sterilise" Horgan's Quay, Penrose Quay, North and South Custom House Quay, including the pontoons, Albert Quay, and South Jetties, and the swinging basin, preventing access by foreign naval vessels, cruise vessels, tall ships, ferries, water taxis, visiting yachts, and power boats. Fine Gael councillor Des Cahill's suggestion that the variation proceed without mention of the bridges — to give the city time to prepare a river use study and consider alternatives — was voted down. Green councillor Dan Boyle said to proceed with that suggestion would be a complete reversal of decades of policy and would "pander to unjustified fears". Fianna Fáil councillor Terry Shannon and Independent Ireland councillor Noel O'Flynn said the council has been pursuing the docklands project for 25 years and needs to get on with. 'Bridge design should allow navigation' Mr Shannon said: 'The design of the bridges needs to be such that it will allow navigation.' Mr O'Flynn said: 'We stand at a moment of renewal. The Government has pledged over €341m to Cork docklands. The funding is real, the timeline is clear, the opportunity is now.' Councillors were also told that the proposed variation does not propose any new bridges across the river nor does it stipulate or determine any particular design or opening option for any of the bridges. New premises for missing persons group Cork City Council assistant chief executive Brian Geaney also assured that the council would work with Horgan's Quay-based Cork City Missing Persons to source a new premises. 'That will happen, with engagement already lined up on Wednesday week,' he said. Niall Ó Donnabháin, the city's director of services for planning and integrated development, said the council wants to maintain the river at the heart of the city, and the variation will help put it at the heart of planning policy. He also said there will be a full and detailed planning process for each of the proposed bridges at a later stage.
The Irish Sun
14-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
‘Still trying to get Mammy home' – RTE's Des Cahill hops on Donegal bandwagon as wife roars them on at Croke Park
DUB Des Cahill will still have a strong rooting interest in this year's All-Ireland football final due to his wife Caroline being from Donegal. And if there was any doubt as to whether he'd fully embrace hopping on the bandwagon, the below photo from 2 Look-alike son Paul is also firmly behind Jim McGuinness' men Credit: @sportsdes 2 They demolished Meath by 3-26 to 0-15 on Sunday The former Sunday Game host captioned it: "Still trying to get the Mammy home..!! "Donegal were excellent, but fair play to Meath - they've given their supporters a summer to remember!" Twelve months since Jim McGuinness admitted that his side 'ran out of steam' in their bid to reach the All-Ireland SFC final, Donegal delivered the goods as they charged towards a first showpiece since 2014 like a freight train. In the wake of Read More On GAA But having seen his team hit 3-13 after the change of ends at a packed The Royals have already tasted unlikely Championship victories over Dublin, Kerry But Robbie Brennan's superb first season at the helm was brought to an end in chastening fashion. Even at half-time, things looked ominous for Meath as they trailed by 0-13 to 0-8. With a Sam Maguire decider Most read in GAA Football Murphy made way just moments after kicking his side into an eight-point lead. By then, the Ulster champions had also bagged the first of three second-half goals. Donegal can now look forward to a first All-Ireland final appearance since the defeat to the Kingdom 11 years ago. McGuinness' side played five games in 99 days to reach that stage then. 'Easiest interview I've ever had' jokes RTE GAA host after pundits go back and forth before Meath vs Donegal It has taken them twice as many outings in the same number of days to do it again. Every facet of Donegal's output was impressive here. Singling out just one of their awesome attackers would do a disservice to the others. At the back, high standards were set by the colossal contributions of Brendan McCole and Finnbarr Roarty. On a day when Paddy McBrearty came off the bench and kicked 0-3, McGuinness noted that the strength of his panel has been a key factor in taking Donegal a step further than in 2024. McGUINNESS VIEW He said: "We didn't know at that stage the rule changes that were coming down the line and the physical demands of the rule changes, but certainly we knew that we needed people to come in and give us more depth and strengthen. "We knew we had to be stronger and it would build its own energy within the group because it'd be more competitive and people want to play naturally, so I think we did see that today. "We were able to make those changes the whole way through the game and going in to play Kerry in an All-Ireland final, you're going to need every man that you've got. "That's a huge challenge and they're so confident about what they do. "There's a rite of passage there almost in terms of winning All-Irelands, so that's the first thing we're going to have to meet head on. "But certainly it'll not be 15 players, it'll be every single player that can get onto the pitch that'll be needed."
The Irish Sun
06-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
‘Disappointed' Des Cahill says Dublin ‘deserved much bigger support' after Cork fans turn Croke Park red for semi-final
DES CAHILL expressed his disappointment after Cork fans appeared to outnumber their Dublin counterparts at Croke Park in the All-Ireland hurling semi-final. Pat Ryan's side booked their place in the Liam MacCarthy Cup decider for the second year in a row with a Advertisement 3 Cork cruised to another All-Ireland hurling final with a 20-point drubbing of Dublin Credit: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile 3 Cork fans appeared to outnumber their Dublin counterparts Credit: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile 3 Des Cahill admitted to being disappointed by the turn out Croke Park was packed to the rafters for the mouth-watering battle, with Dublin fans galvanised by their However, supporters of the Rebels appeared to outnumber their rivals. This apparent uneven ratio irked Des Cahill, who said Niall O Ceallachain's men deserved better. The Cuala man said: " Fair play to the #Cork hurling fans-incredible support today. I've never seen anything like it! A great team to follow. Advertisement Read More on GAA " But I was disappointed for the #Dublin hurlers - they deserved much bigger support. " I also felt they battled to the end with great honesty and determination. " Going into Saturday, Dublin's route to the last four was aided by avoiding the concession of goals. However, they could not hold back the Rebels, as Alan Connolly netted a hat-trick alongside goals from Brian Hayes and Tim O'Mahony (two each). Advertisement Most read in GAA Hurling It will further enhance Cork's status as favourites to go all the way, with one of And boss Ryan Palestine GAA players watch camogie match on laptop Ryan said: "We're targeting goals all the time and we're targeting fast starts all the time. That's the goal and that's the game. Our lads were really clinical today. "I thought we left an awful lot of scores behind us for points but that's me being a bit critical, maybe over-critical. They're some things we'll go after. Advertisement "But delighted with our fellas. For us to get back into a final shows the character and strength of commitment to the jersey that the lads have." The inside forward trio of Patrick Horgan, Alan Connolly, and Brian Hayes proved to be too much to handle. When "I'll tell you straight out that we intentionally didn't. Advertisement 'I've been proven wrong now so I can be fairly criticised, but the way we see it is there's just no point in going with a zonal back six against a team like "You won't concede seven goals so you won't see a scenario like that, but you will lose the game. 'Is it a risky set-up? It absolutely is. Should I be criticised? Absolutely. It didn't work. They were very sharp and they were excellent. "But what I would say is with the alternative, you won't lose by 20 points but you will lose the game.' Advertisement
