It’s shaping up to be a brilliant weekend of sport for Irish fans, with a packed schedule of GAA, rugby, Premier League football, horse racing, and hockey on offer. Whether you’re planning to catch the action from the couch or heading to a live event, here’s your full guide to what’s on, when it’s happening, and where to watch.

Here’s Where and When to Watch

GAA – Hurling & Football Championships Begin

It’s a big weekend for GAA fans as the provincial championships kick off:

• Saturday, 19 April
  • Munster Senior Hurling Championship matches start
  • Joe McDonagh Cup hurling action also begins
• Sunday, 20 April
  • Leinster Senior Hurling Championship throws in

Where to Watch:

• Live coverage available on RTÉ and the GAA+ streaming platform.

Expect plenty of early-season fireworks as counties look to set the tone for a long championship summer ahead.

Rugby – United Rugby Championship (URC) Clash

There’s a massive interprovincial derby this Saturday night:

• Leinster vs Ulster
  • Kick-off: 7:15 PM Irish time
  • Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
  • Watch: Live on TG4 and Premier Sports

Both sides are battling for key positions as the URC playoffs approach, promising a fiercely competitive evening under the lights.

Football – Premier League Fixtures

Irish football fans have plenty to get excited about this weekend too:

• Saturday, 19 April
  • Everton vs Manchester City – 3:00 PM
  • West Ham United vs Southampton – 3:00 PM
  • Aston Villa vs Newcastle United – 5:30 PM
• Sunday, 20 April
  • Chelsea vs Fulham – 6:00 PM
  • Arsenal vs Ipswich Town – 6:00 PM
  • Manchester United vs Wolves – 6:00 PM
  • Leicester City vs Liverpool – 8:30 PM

Where to Watch:

• All games live across Sky Sports and Premier Sports.

With the title race and relegation battles heating up, expect high drama and crucial results.

Horse Racing – Live from Fairyhouse

For racing fans, Fairyhouse Racecourse hosts a major card on Saturday:

• Rásaí Beo – Live Horse Racing
  • Time: From 2:00 PM Irish time
  • Watch: Live on TG4

Expect a lively day with strong fields, big handicaps, and a buzzing atmosphere just outside Dublin.

Field Hockey – EuroHockey Club Trophy I

There’s also international action on Irish soil this weekend:

• Men’s EuroHockey Club Trophy I
  • Hosted by Lisnagarvey Hockey Club, Lisburn
  • Dates: 18–21 April
  • Teams: Top clubs from across Europe, with Lisnagarvey defending their title

Catch some of Europe’s finest club hockey right here on the island.

Final Thoughts

Whether it’s hurling battles in Munster, crunch rugby derbies at the Aviva, or Premier League showdowns on Sunday night, Irish sports fans are spoiled for choice this weekend.

Settle in, check your streaming subscriptions, and maybe even make a few cheeky predictions—because there’s no shortage of top-class action to enjoy.