The Pat Kenny Show A look back on the weekend of sport with Colm Boohig
Nov 24, 2025
Colm Boohig, a sports broadcaster and contributor for Off The Ball, dives into a weekend of highs and lows in sports. He shares the disappointment of rugby fans as Ireland falls to South Africa, analyzing key moments like disciplinary issues and coaching decisions. Switching gears to football, he celebrates Eberechi Eze's stunning hat-trick in Arsenal's triumphant clash against Tottenham, asserting Arsenal's title potential. Colm's insights on team dynamics and upcoming matchups make for an engaging discussion for sports enthusiasts.
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Discipline Cost Ireland The Game
- Ireland's discipline collapse defined the match and swung momentum decisively to South Africa.
- Three players sin-binned simultaneously showed systemic issues beyond individual errors.
Turning Points Sealed The Result
- Key expulsions and a penalty try turned a close scoreline into a dominant South African win.
- Ireland even played stretches with 12 men against the world champions, highlighting the damage done.
Selection Strategy Under Scrutiny
- Andy Farrell's selection and defensive stance invite increasing scrutiny after the loss.
- The Ireland setup looks Leinster-heavy and critics argue it lacks fresh blood and ideas.