Andy Farrell holds high expectations, the hot topics from the NFL's opening weekend and what it’s like to see your horse win big?

Andy Farrell holds high expectations, the hot topics from the NFL's opening weekend and what it’s like to see your horse win big?

Irish Independent

Tuesday, 27 January 2026

This newsletter was edited by Joe Davitt

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Colm Keys: Hooter stress, red card contrasts and debutants leaving a deep scoring mark on the League

Michael Verney: ‘Hugs, kisses, pats on the back … all hell breaks loose’ – What it’s like to see your horse win big

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‘We want to win every game, we’re hunting again’ – Andy Farrell holds high expectations despite period of transition

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