More Than a Match Across the Irish Sea

History, Identity and the Changing Balance of International Rugby

von Gigi Romano

344 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

For more than 150 years, Ireland and England have met on the rugby field in contests shaped by sporting ambition, national identity and the changing fortunes of two great rugby traditions. More Than a Match Across the Irish Sea traces this remarkable rivalry from its beginnings in 1875 to the modern international battles of 2026. It explores Ireland's emergence as a competitive force, England's periods of dominance, the unforgettable encounters of the Five Nations and Six Nations, and the transformation of rugby union from an amateur pastime into a demanding professional sport. From Jack Kyle's historic 1948 Grand Slam and England's World Cup-winning generation to the extraordinary 2007 encounter at Croke Park and Ireland's modern championship triumphs, Gigi Romano examines the matches, players, coaches and tactical developments that shaped the rivalry. Beyond the results, the book reveals how Ireland's provincial system and England's professional club structure developed different approaches to international success, while history, politics and sporting identity added significance to an already compelling fixture. Rich in historical detail and sporting analysis, this is the story of a rivalry in which every generation has challenged the achievements of the last-and where the balance of power has never remained settled for long. Disclaimer: This is an independent historical work and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by World Rugby, Six Nations Rugby, the IRFU, the RFU or any other organisation mentioned. All names and trademarks remain the property of their respective owners and are used solely for identification and historical commentary.

• Themen: Sport & Freizeit Ballsportarten / Ballspiele Football, Fußballvarianten und verwandte Spiele Rugby League
• ISBN: 9781923915305
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 22.10.2026
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: PublishDrive