Wales defeat could be a positive
The bones continue to be picked out of Ireland's 23-16 Six Nations defeat to Wales last Saturday and it appears the Argentinian touch judge, Federico Anselmi, was responsible for awarding a penalty against a dominant Irish scrum in the final play of the game, allowing the home side to boot the ball into touch to seal their victory.
Despite the huge disappointment of missing out on what would have been just a third Grand Slam defeat in Cardiff could wind up being a positive thing for Ireland as they head to Murrayfield needing to rack up the points, writes Gerry Thornley.
While Ireland will be relying on their points difference if they want to lift the championship, but while they will play with the shackles off they will retain a measured approach against Scotland, according to Rob Kearney.
Schools finals
Later today the Leinster Senior Cup schools final takes place at the RDS between Roscrea and Belvedere, with kick off at 4pm.
The Munster Senior Cup schools final between Ardscoil Ris and Rockwell College kicks off at 2pm at Thomond Park.
Wallace High School face RBAI in the Ulster final at Ravenhill at 3pm.
GPA to investigate treatment of Clare hurlers
The Gaelic Players' Association have said they will investigate the alleged "humiliating double-standard" treatment Clare hurlers Davy O'Halloran and Nicky O'Connell received from manager Davy Fitzgerald, writes Eamon Donoghue.
Defeat to Dublin in the league in March wouldn't normally be a significant blow for Gaelic football's elite, however Mayo's comprehensive loss in front of a bumper crowd in Castlebar last Saturday night has posed Noel Connelly and Pat Holmes a number of questions.
Club finals
The All Ireland Club Senior Football final between Corofin and Slaughtneil takes place at Croke Park today, throw-in is at 4pm.
Before that, Ballyhale Shamrocks take on Kilmallock in the hurling final at 2pm.
Lucky 13 for Liverpool
Liverpool kept up their good form and moved to within two points of Manchester United after a 1-0 win away at Swansea City last night courtesy of Jordan Henderson's fortuitous second half goal.
Meanwhile Reading will play Arsenal in the semi finals of the FA Cup after they eased to a 3-0 win over Bradford City at the Madjeski Stadium.
Tonight Arsenal travel to Monaco bidding to become the first side in the Champions League era to win a tie having lost the first leg at home by more than one goal.
Roche adjusting to life in Texas
Whatever your St Patrick’s Day arrangements are today, you can guarantee they aren’t as cool as those of Stephanie Roche, who will spend the day slurping Guinness in The White House with Barack Obama.
Puskas award runner-up Roche is enthusiastic about her recent move to Texas and her two-year contract with the Houston Dash, despite the challenges the searing heat will bring with it.
Road to Rio
Ireland Women’s hockey team keep up their pursuit of a place at Rio 2016 when they face Turkey at UCD today.
What to watch out for:
GAA:
All-Ireland Club SHC Final, Ballyhale Shamrocks v Kilmallock, TG4 2pm
All-Ireland Club SFC Final, Corofin v Slaughtneil, TG4 4pm
Rugby:
Munster Senior Cup final, Ardscoil Ris v Rockwell College, Setanta from 1.55pm
Leinster Senior Cup final, Roscrea v Belvedere, Setanta from 3.55pm
Ulster Senior Cup final, Wallace High School v RBAI, BBC 2 from 2.45pm
Football:
Champions League last 16 second leg, Monaco (3) v Arsenal (1), TV3 from 7pm, UTV from 7.30pm
Atletico Madrid (0) v Bayer Leverkusen (1), Setanta from 7.30pm, Sky Sports 1 from 7.40pm
Tennis:
Indian Wells, Sky Sports 3, 6pm-4am
