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Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Roy Keane TURNED AWAY from Cork City home ground in League of Ireland ad
Roy Keane found himself TURNED AWAY from Turner's Cross as he featured in a new League of Ireland sponsored ad. The Republic of Ireland legend is a regular attendee at Cork City's home fixtures but found himself not allowed to enter the ground as part of the playful ad. Keane teamed up with League of Ireland's official beer sponsor, Rockshore, where he starred in the playful ad. Turning up to the famous ground, Keane is turned away by a steward who tells him 'it's me job'. The ex-Manchester United captain then rushes to the neighbouring Corner Flag pub where he tries to squeeze in to catch some of action where he struggles to catch a view. Rockshore recently announced a four-year partnership with the League of Ireland and have put their money where their mouth is by recruiting Keane for the advertisement. "Rockshore believes in the power of Irish football and the passion of its fans," says Anne Zahan, Head of Beer at Diageo Ireland. "We see a big opportunity to help further promote the League of Ireland. This campaign is about celebrating world-class Irish football right here all summer long, reminding everyone that this is a league of our own." When he is not busy doing punditry work with Sky Sports, Keane is often spotted at Cork City games himself. Known for keeping a low profile, the Premier League winner is known to pop into the ground quietly while at home in Cork, visiting family.
Irish Examiner
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Watch: Roy Keane stars in new ad promoting the League of Ireland
Roy Keane, to his credit, is often spotted around Turner's Cross as he looks to lend his support to Cork City. But rarely is he there in a working capacity, and even rarer can he be found out the back of the Corner Flag pub watching City amongst the fans. But the Cork native was in and around the famous old ground recently doing a bit of acting at the venue for the first time since he memorably featured in the Young Offenders TV programme, when he was attempting to buy fish and chips. Read More Bohemians FC launch new jersey in partnership with Oasis Kerry boss Colin Healy makes son, Arran, his first signing of summer transfer window On this occasion though, Keane features in an advertisement promoting the League of Ireland - "A League Of Our Own' - and Rockshore, the official beer of the LOI. The ad includes some of Keane's most famous sayings being used against him before he finally gains a vantage point to witness Cork City score a goal. In fairness to Roy, his acting has improved a lot. But then again, that's his job isn't it? 👀 — League of Ireland (@LeagueofIreland) July 1, 2025
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
‘League of Ireland is calling' – Watch Roy Keane get in touch with Cork City roots by starring in hilarious ad
ROY Keane got decked out in Cork City gear while starring in an amusing ad urging people to get out and attend League of Ireland fixtures. While it was Cobh Ramblers that Keane 4 Initially he's positively beaming by his standards upon arrival Credit: @rockshore 4 But that smile is wiped away when a steward informs him it's a sell-out Credit: @rockshore 4 He then has to get creative by trying to get in via the adjoining pub Credit: @rockshore 4 And even cites his lack of height as a reason he ought to be let through to the front Credit: @rockshore Now, in a video created by Rockshore, the The script even includes a joke about his height as he pleads with two other fans to let him get in front for a better view since he's short enough that he won't obscure their view. The advert is suitably aided by the musical accompaniment of The Frank and Walters' hit song "After All" which is a beloved tune on Leeside. Rockshore are invested in the success of the League of Ireland as the league's official beer sponsor. Read More On Irish Football So it all adds that their video implores casual Irish football fans to make the effort to attend a match in person instead of solely consuming the beautiful game through their televisions. It's captioned: "Time to show up. League of Ireland is calling." In the case of Ger Nash's team in particular, they could do with all of the help they can get. Despite him Most read in Football Amazingly, their last outing was their first clean sheet of the campaign as they dug out a point in It proved another acrimonious night at Turner's Cross, but Bohemians lifted the mood Inside England Lionesses' luxury Euro 2025 hotel with butler service, stunning pool and 2 Michelin star restaurant Bottom of the table, the Leesiders are four — rather than six — points adrift of Rovers. If it proves to be Tein Troost's final game as City keeper, he at least signed off with a first shut-out and saved from Brandon Kavanagh late on. City's winless streak extended to 11 games while Saints have not won in their last five as they remain sixth. Stephen Kenny's men have netted just once in that stretch. Nash called for unity in his programme notes after the supporter unrest that But play was paused midway through the first half as objects were thrown from the Shed End amid a plume of black smoke. Fans chanted in opposition to the club ownership as a banner was unfurled that read, 'Sold the dream, living a nightmare'.
Sunday World
29-05-2025
- Politics
- Sunday World
Barmaid serves up old-school charm and fine pints at just €5.60 in Clancy's of Athy
While we can't say for certain that Pub Spy has never been to Clancy's over the past 52 years, we can say that it was a first for this particular batch of Commandos. Clancy's bar in Athy, Co Kildare was busy during our visit Despite being only one hour from our headquarters, we hadn't paid a visit to the south county Kildare town of Athy since 2013. Although he initially begged us to go anywhere in Meath so he could discuss the Leinster final with the locals, the Old Commando was more than happy to visit the Lilywhites and see what kind of mood the GAA fraternity in this county was like. 'They must be kicking themselves too, getting beaten by Louth and a first Leinster title since 2000 sitting there waiting for them,' the Old Commando said as he arrived in Athy town. 'Why don't you ask them when we go into the pub?' the Young Commando suggested. 'I'd say they'd love to chat to you about it,' he joked. The town of Athy has changed since we were last here with new roadways and no through access in the square area, but once we found our bearings and a parking space we walked along Leinster Street, eventually arriving at the front door of Clancy's pub. The red and white exterior was in very good condition with the local GAA and rugby flags flying out front. A sign on the window is advertising a live traditional music session every Thursday night and a slogan on the window states: 'Keep the spirit Irish'. 'I'm surprised some far left nut-job hasn't suggested that is an issue,' the Old Commando said, rolling his eyes. Established in 1903, this pub was exactly what the Old Commando expected it to be, and he was delighted with his surroundings when he stepped inside the front door. The front bar is very tight for space so we took our seats in the corner while the Young Commando placed our order with the dark haired barmaid on duty. She served him immediately but there was no time for chit chat as it just seemed to be getting busier and busier during our stay. He did note she was very mannerly and polite and the creamy pints of stout cost €5.60 each. While we can't say for certain that Pub Spy has never been to Clancy's over the past 52 years, we can say that it was a first for this particular batch of Commandos. The Old Commando sipped his Guinness and told us this was like stepping back in the '80s as he really savoured the atmosphere among the mixed clientele of locals. There is a variety of drinks available on draught such as Guinness Zero, Orchard Thieves, Rockshore lager and cider, Angelo Poretti, Birra Moretti and Coors, and the shelves and fridges were well stocked. There are two TVs in the front bar, both of which were showing live sports, and we noticed Leinster and Athy rugby flags draped from the ceiling along with a Manchester United flag, the former English football giants turned relegation candidates. No children are allowed on the premises here after 9pm and this is a rule our Commandos wholeheartedly agree with. Some of our troops would ban them outright if they ever became publicans. There are many GAA related photos hanging throughout the pub, including the Athy football team that lifted the senior football championship in 1987 in their centenary year, and upon viewing these photographs the Old Commando got an opening to start his taunting. 'You'll probably have to make space for the Kildare team of 2026 when they capture the Leinster title,' the Old Commando said as he ignited a debate and stirred some local diehards. The Young Commando skipped out to inspect the toilets and advised us they were far more modern than the front bar and most likely have been upgraded in recent years. There are three urinals, one cubicle, a powerful, modern hand dryer and a unique sink embedded in a Jameson barrel. We really enjoyed our few pints in Clancys and we'd love to call again. Rating: Three pints out of Five One for the road: The Nags Head – Athy Twelve years ago, we paid a visit to The Nags Head pub in Athy and were glad to report it's still in fine shape all these years later. An elderly barman served us as soon as we arrived and he shared a great rapport with all the locals, a predominately young to middle aged clientele, all of whom were on a first name basis with each other. There was a very good atmosphere with lots of joking and some interesting characters, and the pints of stout cost us €5.60 each. We're not big fans of pool tables so close to the counter area though, as we tend to feel uneasy as the players move around the table lining up their shots. The red velvet barstools and bench seating were in good condition and the Young Commando was full of praise for the toilet area, which he said was spotlessly clean. We enjoyed our handful of pints in this pub — although there was no trace of Del Boy or Trigger! Rating: Three pints out of Five
Belfast Telegraph
12-05-2025
- Belfast Telegraph
Police arrest man spotted drinking Rockshore while driving through Ballymena
A man has been caught literally drink-driving in Co Antrim over the weekend, according to police. The suspect was spotted twice with a tin of Rockshore lager in his hand while driving through Ballymena. He is set to appear in court over the offence. PSNI officers from an Interceptors crew spotted the motorist drinking from the tin as they were on patrol in an unmarked high-performance Golf R. News Catch Up - Monday 12 May 'The male was observed drinking from a can of lager as the Interceptor crew drove past,' a PSNI spokesperson said. 'The driver failed a roadside preliminary breath test and was subsequently arrested and taken to a local custody suite. 'In custody, the driver provided an evidential sample of breath of more than twice the drink drive limit.'
