The prop who marked Man United’s Kobbie Mainoo and a giant from the Gaeltacht – Cian Tracey’s players to watch in 2026

The prop who marked Man United’s Kobbie Mainoo and a giant from the Gaeltacht – Cian Tracey’s players to watch in 2026

Irish Independent

Thursday, 01 January 2026

This newsletter was edited by Ger Keville

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