RTÉ is set to deliver an action-packed week of free-to-air sports. Fans can enjoy local, national, and international events without subscription fees. The lineup includes rugby, athletics, Gaelic games, and camogie.
The European Indoor Athletics Championships take center stage from March 6 to 9, 2025. Irish athletes will compete in the Netherlands, aiming for podium finishes.
Sharlene Mawdsley and Phil Healy are among those expected to shine.
RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player will provide extensive live coverage. Broadcasts start at 6 pm on March 6. The mixed 4x400m relay final is scheduled for 8:50 pm.
Expert commentators will analyze the performances, including former athletes Derval O’Rourke, Rob Heffernan, and Sonia O’Sullivan. Their insights will add depth to the coverage.
Rugby fans have much to anticipate. RTÉ will broadcast live matches between the under-20 and senior Six Nations. Ireland faces France in crucial encounters.
On March 7, the Ireland U20 squad takes on France at Musgrave Park in Cork. RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player start coverage at 7:35 pm. This match will test the young squad’s abilities against a strong French side.
The following day, all eyes turn to the Aviva Stadium. Ireland’s senior team meets France in a key Six Nations clash. Coverage starts at 1:15 pm, capturing every moment of the buildup and action.
RTÉ’s coverage extends to the Allianz National Leagues in hurling and football. RTÉ Radio 1’s Saturday Sport and Sunday Sport will bring live commentaries, and match reports from around the country will keep listeners informed.
RTÉ2 airs a Sunday night review show for televised highlights at 9:30 pm. Fans can catch in-depth analyses of key hurling clashes.
Featured matches include Limerick vs. Galway, Clare vs. Cork, and Kilkenny vs. Tipperary.
RTÉ also focuses on the Very National Camogie League. Enthusiasts can follow matches such as Galway vs. Tipperary, Dublin vs. Waterford, and Cork vs. Kilkenny.
RTÉ Sport Online provides updates and coverage.
This sports week reaffirms RTÉ’s commitment to accessible sports broadcasting. It ensures fans across Ireland stay connected to their favorite teams, and with no subscription costs, more viewers can enjoy the action.
Offering a mix of international and homegrown competitions, RTÉ keeps sports enthusiasts engaged. Expert analysis and live coverage enhance the viewing experience.
Exciting matches and top athletes make this a must-watch week of sports.
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