From international rugby and football to provincial championship finals, basketball, badminton and hockey, there is a terrific variety of live sporting action across the island this weekend, November 14–15. We have picked eight events worth getting out to see.
1. Ireland v Fiji — Nations Championship Rugby
Saturday, 14 November | 20:10 | Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Ireland return to the Aviva Stadium looking to build on their victory over Argentina as they take on Fiji in the Nations Championship. Tadhg Beirne captains the side, with Bundee Aki returning to the starting line-up. Fiji’s attacking flair and willingness to play expansive rugby should make this an entertaining contest, with another substantial crowd expected for one of the biggest sporting occasions of the weekend.
2. Northern Ireland v Ukraine — UEFA Nations League
Saturday, 14 November | 19:45 | Windsor Park, Belfast
Windsor Park under lights is always an occasion, and Northern Ireland’s Nations League meeting with Ukraine promises another memorable atmosphere. Having recorded a 3-0 away victory over Ukraine in October, the home side will be hoping to repeat the achievement in front of their own supporters. A strong option for anyone looking to experience international football at close quarters.
3. St Finbarr’s v Gailltír — Munster Senior Club Camogie Final
Saturday, 14 November | 13:30 | FBD Semple Stadium, Thurles
One of the weekend’s strongest women’s sporting fixtures sees Cork champions St Finbarr’s take on Waterford’s Gailltír for the Munster senior camogie title. With provincial honours and progression to the All-Ireland series at stake, plenty is on the line. Semple Stadium provides a fitting setting for two clubs seeking to extend their seasons on the national stage.
4. Kilmacud Crokes v Longford Slashers — Leinster Senior Ladies Football Final
Sunday, 15 November | 14:00 | Laois Hire O’Moore Park, Portlaoise
The Leinster Senior Ladies Football Championship reaches its conclusion as Dublin champions Kilmacud Crokes face Longford Slashers. Both sides have negotiated demanding provincial campaigns to reach this point, and the prize is a Leinster title and the opportunity to compete for All-Ireland honours. Club finals at this stage of the season bring a special combination of intensity, local pride and travelling support.
5. AIG VICTOR Irish Open — International Badminton Finals
Saturday, 14 November | From 13:05 | Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena, Dublin
Five international titles will be decided as the AIG VICTOR Irish Open reaches its conclusion at the Sport Ireland Campus. The afternoon’s programme includes men’s and women’s singles, men’s and women’s doubles, and mixed doubles finals. Part of the Badminton Europe Elite Circuit, the tournament brings international players to Dublin and gives spectators the chance to experience the speed, athleticism and precision of elite badminton up close. The finals will also be broadcast live on TG4.
6. Energywise Ireland Neptune v Belfast Star — Men’s Basketball Super League
Saturday, 14 November | 18:30 | Neptune Stadium, Cork
Two established Irish basketball names meet in Cork as Neptune welcome Belfast Star in the Domino’s Men’s Super League. Neptune Stadium has long been one of the country’s most atmospheric basketball venues, with supporters close to the court and the action. The North-South encounter should deliver the intensity and entertainment that make basketball such an enjoyable live sporting experience.
7. Ballygunner v Kilmallock — Munster Senior Club Hurling Semi-Final
Sunday, 15 November | 13:15 | Azzurri Walsh Park, Waterford
Waterford’s Ballygunner continue their pursuit of further provincial success when they face Limerick champions Kilmallock in the Munster Senior Club Hurling Semi-Final. Ballygunner have established an extraordinary record in club hurling in recent seasons, but Kilmallock will arrive with ambitions of their own. With a place in the Munster final at stake, this promises all the intensity and passion associated with November club championship hurling.
8. Pegasus v Railway Union — Women’s EY Hockey League
Saturday, 14 November | 16:15 | Malone Playing Fields, Belfast
Women’s hockey completes our selection as Pegasus welcome league leaders Railway Union to Belfast. The Dublin side have established an early advantage at the top of the EY Hockey League and will be aiming to maintain their unbeaten start to the campaign. Pegasus will be determined to make home advantage count, with the game offering an excellent opportunity to see the pace and technical quality of Ireland’s leading domestic women’s hockey competition.
Eight events across seven sports, with international occasions, provincial championship finals and elite domestic leagues all represented.
From the atmosphere of the Aviva Stadium and Windsor Park to the intensity of club championship action and the close-up experience of indoor sport, there is plenty of reason to get out and support live sport across the island.
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