This weekend, 15th and 16th February 2025, sports fans in Ireland can look forward to an action-packed schedule across football, rugby, GAA, and boxing. From Six Nations rugby to highly anticipated GAA clashes and a Dublin derby in the League of Ireland, there’s something for every sports enthusiast.

Here’s a full breakdown of the biggest sporting events happening across Ireland this weekend.

🏉 Six Nations – Ireland vs France at the Aviva Stadium

📅 Date: Saturday, 15th February 2025
📍 Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
🏆 Competition: Six Nations Championship

Ireland will face France in their latest Six Nations fixture as they continue their push for a third consecutive title. With both teams among the strongest in Europe, this is expected to be a tense, high-stakes encounter at the Aviva Stadium.

Key Talking Points:
✔ Ireland’s form – Can they maintain their winning streak?
✔ France’s physicality – How will Ireland handle their aggressive playing style?
✔ Tactical battle – Expect a hard-fought contest between two of Europe’s best teams.

⚽ League of Ireland – Dublin Derby at Aviva Stadium

📅 Date: Sunday, 16th February 2025
📍 Fixture: Bohemians vs Shamrock Rovers
🏟 Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin

The Dublin Derby between Bohemians and Shamrock Rovers is one of the most highly anticipated matches of the League of Ireland season. With over 20,000 tickets sold, the atmosphere at the Aviva Stadium is set to be electric.

What to Expect:
✔ A fierce rivalry – Bohemians vs Rovers is always a fiery affair.
✔ Huge crowd – One of the biggest turnouts in the League of Ireland.
✔ Early season momentum – Both teams will be eager to make a statement in the title race.

🏐 GAA National Football League – Kerry vs Dublin & Derry vs Galway

📅 Date: Saturday, 15th February 2025
📍 Fixture: Kerry vs Dublin
🏟 Venue: Austin Stack Park, Tralee

📅 Date: Sunday, 16th February 2025
📍 Fixture: Derry vs Galway
🏟 Venue: Celtic Park, Derry

The GAA National Football League heats up with a blockbuster clash between Kerry and Dublin in Tralee. Both sides are among the favourites for this year’s All-Ireland Championship, making this a key test ahead of the summer.

Meanwhile, Derry host Galway in a crucial early-season match, with both teams eager to build momentum in Division 1.

🥊 Boxing – Senan Kelly Defends His Title

📅 Date: Saturday, 15th February 2025
🥊 Fighter to Watch: Senan Kelly vs Declan Geraghty

Irish boxer Senan Kelly, recently crowned Fighter of the Year, is set to defend his title against Declan Geraghty. This bout is a must-watch for boxing fans, as Kelly looks to solidify his reputation as one of Ireland’s rising stars.

📺 Where to Watch – TV & Streaming Updates

For those unable to attend in person, here’s where you can catch the action live:

📌 Six Nations – Ireland vs France: Live on RTÉ & Virgin Media
📌 League of Ireland – Bohemians vs Shamrock Rovers: Live on Virgin Media Sport
📌 GAA National Football League – Kerry vs Dublin: Live on TG4
📌 Boxing – Senan Kelly fight: Check Sky Sports & DAZN for coverage

⚽ Premier League Matches This Weekend

For those following English football, here are some of the biggest Premier League fixtures to look out for:

📅 Saturday, 15th February 2025
🏆 Arsenal vs Leicester City – 4:30 AM (PST)
🏆 Manchester City vs Newcastle United – 7:00 AM (PST)

📅 Sunday, 16th February 2025
🏆 Liverpool vs Wolves – 6:00 AM (PST)
🏆 Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur – 8:30 AM (PST)

Final Thoughts – A Weekend Packed with Sporting Action

Whether you’re a fan of rugby, football, GAA, or boxing, this weekend in Ireland is shaping up to be one of the most exciting of the year. With key matches across multiple sports, there’s plenty to look forward to for spectators and armchair fans alike.

Are you attending any of these events, or will you be watching from home? Let us know in the comments!

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