But Ireland scored again, all too easily from a Scottish perspective, when Dan Sheehan broke from a maul to touch down. Scotland enjoyed plenty of the ball thereafter but couldn’t find a way through and the hosts held on to their 19-7 lead at the break. Scotland refused to go away and scored again when Rory Darge collected a magnificent pass from Grant Gilchrist to score. Robert Baloucoune scored Ireland's third try (Image: Brian Lawless/PA Wire)Scotland, by contrast, wasted two good attacking chances inside the Ireland 22. Scotland will finish third despite the defeat here, which represents some progress after fourth place in the past two years.

The islands off Iran have become the latest focus of the war after a US strike destroyed military targets on Kharg Island, which is vital to Tehran’s oil network. Although they account for only a small share of Iran’s territory, the islands carry outsized importance because of their oil facilities and strategic location. Gazelles roam freely near the refineries and depots that make Kharg one of Iran’s most valuable – and sensitive – assets. Petras Katinas, an energy researcher at the Royal United Services Institute, said Kharg Island is critical to funding Iran’s government and military. “Attacking Iran’s infrastructure is a dangerous move with grave consequences,” Mr Araghchi warned in a March 7 post on X.

Andy Farrell proud after Ireland clinch Triple Crown with win over ScotlandBy Edward Elliot, Press Association, DublinHead coach Andy Farrell declared himself “proud as punch” after Ireland clinched a fourth Triple Crown in five years with a “ruthless” 43-21 bonus-point success over Scotland in Dublin. The hosts kept themselves in contention for the Guinness Six Nations title by deservedly registering a 12th consecutive victory over the Scots, dating back to 2018. Ireland – Six Nations champions in 2023 and 2024 – now require England to beat France in Paris in order to remain top of the championship table and ignite a St Patrick’s weekend party. Asked if the impressive win was a fitting way to end a tournament which began with a heavy defeat to the French at Stade de France, Farrell replied: “Yeah, absolutely – proud as punch of everyone involved. “It’s our responsibility to make sure that that happens, that we bring the crowd into the game,” said Farrell.

Excise cuts for fuel have been hinted at by the Taoiseach as he signalled that the Government will not freeze carbon tax amid the soaring cost of energy. Speaking to reporters in Philadelphia, Mr Martin said the Government is keeping all options “under active review” amid the energy price surge stemming from the US-Israeli war in Iran. “Any response will be looked at broadly in terms of revenues and expenses,” Mr Martin added. Mr Martin is currently in Philadelphia on the Government’s annual visit to the United States for St Patrick’s Day. However, Mr Martin said the Iranian regime was “repressive” and it had murdered thousands of its own civilians in recent years.

Rory McIlroy’s Players Championship struggles continue in third roundBy Carl Markham, Press AssociationRory McIlroy continued to struggle as his slim hopes of a Players Championship defence slipped away after a scrappy level-par round left him in the bottom half of the field. But while the Northern Irishman, who will defend his Masters title next month, was stuck on one over, his Ryder Cup team-mates were flourishing. Still on their front nine, Justin Rose, Matt Fitzpatrick, Viktor Hovland, Sepp Straka and Tommy Fleetwood were all inside the top 14. He rejected the suggestion that the work he had been doing on the range had produced a fix for his erratic driving. I think that would imply that I was lost, which is not the case,” he said.

The former St. Brigid's and Roscommon minor footballer scored his first try minutes after entering the Aviva Stadium Colosseum against Scotland. Afterwards, as Darragh and his Irish team-mates celebrated the Triple Crown, Head Coach Andy Farrell congratulated the South Roscommon man on a job well done! He's very young and he's had a very patient campaign so far. He's been an unbelievable team‑mate in the way he has helped prepare everyone else. That's what has happened this week with Darragh," said Farrell ahead of Ireland's 43-21 victory, which secured the Triple Crown.

Team selections have been a particularly thorny issue with Pep Guardiola in recent days. Rayan Cherki changed the game for Manchester City against West Ham but cannot earn a start'It's for the balance,' he said. City were revived, a freshness to their play with somebody willing to take responsibility and dictate proceedings. 'He may be tougher than other coaches but he loves all the players,' Cherki said of his manager. The sooner Guardiola can find that balance to harness Cherki, the better.

Ireland's Caelan Doris (centre) lifts the Triple Crown trophy with team-mates after the Guinness Men's Six Nations match at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland. Photo: Brian Lawless/PA WireFresh after delivering a towering man-of-the-match performance in his side’s crushing defeat of Scotland to win the Triple Crown, Ireland captain Caelan Doris says he will be shouting for England for one night only. Ireland are still in with a chance of snatching the Six Nations title thanks to their thumping 43-21 bonus-point victory over Scotland at the Aviva Stadium, but if Andy Farrell’s men are to get their hands on more silverware, they require a big favour from England in Paris later.

Pupils from St Patrick’s NS Greystones dress up in St Patrick’s Day themed outfits for Tuesday’s celebrations, including twins Nina and Sadie O’Toole. Photograph: Barry Cronin for The Irish TimesSt Patrick is today best understood in relation to his feast day of March 17th. It is no surprise then that the first recorded parade for St Patrick’s Day is in the Americas. Perhaps the greatest indication that, even in the medieval period, Patrick’s fame extended well beyond Ireland, is the evidence of the Lough Derg pilgrimage known as St Patrick’s Purgatory. Dr Elizabeth Dawson is lecturer in medieval history at St Patrick’s College, Carlow.

Bohemians boss Alan Reynolds feels Dawson Devoy’s ability warrants an Ireland cap after the midfielder was included in Heimir Hallgrimsson’s provisional squad for the World Cup play-offs later this month. The Bohs skipper was capped seven times at U-21 level but has yet to earn his first senior call-up. Hallgrimsson names his final squad next Thursday ahead of the semi-final clash away to Czechia on March 26.

Tiernan Lynch was downbeat in the Brandywell last night, wearing the look of a man who knows he is on the ropes at the minute. Derry City fans let him know their feelings as the players went to applaud the fans afterwards.

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Mikel Arteta reveals what he told Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman before Everton goalMax Dowman announced himself on Saturday by becoming the youngest goalscorer in Premier League history, as he capped Arsenal's 2-0 win against Everton in stoppage timeView 2 Images Max Dowman scored to make history (Image: Alex Pantling/Getty Images)Mikel Arteta has revealed the message he sent Max Dowman and his fellow substitutes before the Arsenal wonderkid made history against Everton. ‌Dowman, now the youngest goalscorer in Premier League history, entered the fray in the 74th minute and his attacking intent was clear. The midfielder must've listened to his boss, as Arteta was asked in his post-match press conference what he'd told his subs. ‌"Go and do your thing and win us the game," the Arsenal manager replied. Should Max Dowman start Arsenal's next game?

Gaelic FootballColm Keys: Mayo’s risk-and-reward plan of attack set to be measured in Kerry’s back yardAfter his team had won the opening league game of his stewardship against Galway in Pearse Stadium in January, it was put to the new Mayo manager Andy Moran, somewhat rhetorically, that it had been clear how different the emphasis on ‘go forward’ …

David McGoldrick offered another reminder of why his name has entered the discussion around Heimir Hallgrimsson’s squad announcement for the World Cup playoffs by scoring his 12th goal in 13 games for Barnsley. Both Hallgrimsson and McGoldrick (38) have given interviews which indicated that the prospect of a recall to the fold for the veteran striker five and a half years after he retired from the international scene is on the table as a consideration.