Seamus Nolan
@nuallach.bsky.social
Always thought I was an average crastinator but according to my wife I'm a pro.
Bad jokes, poker and rugby, with occasional soccer, books and NI politics thrown in for the craic
Bad jokes, poker and rugby, with occasional soccer, books and NI politics thrown in for the craic
Looking at what Ireland have just done well for that try it makes me wonder why Farrell has opted for 2 back rows off the bench when we're crying out for size off the bench. Surely we have a fit 2nd row can come on #NZvIRE
July 18, 2026 at 8:32 AM
Looking at what Ireland have just done well for that try it makes me wonder why Farrell has opted for 2 back rows off the bench when we're crying out for size off the bench. Surely we have a fit 2nd row can come on #NZvIRE
I whole Infantino bending over for Trump thing was entirely predictable given his behaviour in the lead up to this WC. The real question is how do we feel about Pochettino if he uses Balogun tonight? He'd previously been very big on fair play
July 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
I whole Infantino bending over for Trump thing was entirely predictable given his behaviour in the lead up to this WC. The real question is how do we feel about Pochettino if he uses Balogun tonight? He'd previously been very big on fair play
I know we're down some front rowers but the Irish scrum is so atrocious, coupled with the lineout being sub par and Ireland will be lucky to reach the QFs to be eliminated next year
July 4, 2026 at 11:48 AM
I know we're down some front rowers but the Irish scrum is so atrocious, coupled with the lineout being sub par and Ireland will be lucky to reach the QFs to be eliminated next year
Couple of just ridiculous scores there from both teams. Enjoying the 'break not bend' defensive approach from both sides so far in the 2nd half #NZvFRA
July 4, 2026 at 8:25 AM
Couple of just ridiculous scores there from both teams. Enjoying the 'break not bend' defensive approach from both sides so far in the 2nd half #NZvFRA
Was watching the RL on BBC and as an irregular viewer, I was really struck by the inconsistency in the kicking quality from the 2 teams' stand offs, some of the kicks to touch for pens was atrocious yet they had such control over their dinks over and high balls to contest, RU def more consistent
June 6, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Was watching the RL on BBC and as an irregular viewer, I was really struck by the inconsistency in the kicking quality from the 2 teams' stand offs, some of the kicks to touch for pens was atrocious yet they had such control over their dinks over and high balls to contest, RU def more consistent
@hugogordon.bsky.social @reallyfubar.bsky.social @church87.bsky.social a chairde, running a leg of tue marathon Sunday here in Belfast. Plan on doing about 40-45mins. Need some up tempo angry tunes to add to tue playlist for it, any recommendations?
Have slipknot, QOTSA and Kneecap so far
Have slipknot, QOTSA and Kneecap so far
April 29, 2026 at 8:07 PM
@hugogordon.bsky.social @reallyfubar.bsky.social @church87.bsky.social a chairde, running a leg of tue marathon Sunday here in Belfast. Plan on doing about 40-45mins. Need some up tempo angry tunes to add to tue playlist for it, any recommendations?
Have slipknot, QOTSA and Kneecap so far
Have slipknot, QOTSA and Kneecap so far
The wind and rain were pretty grim but can't argue with that result. A few great performances, Doak and Murphy were excellent in particular, played the conditions so well #SUFTUM
April 10, 2026 at 9:55 PM
The wind and rain were pretty grim but can't argue with that result. A few great performances, Doak and Murphy were excellent in particular, played the conditions so well #SUFTUM
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Predict the combined 22 entries of all six teams in this round of the 6Ns. Closest wins.
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Predict the combined 22 entries of all six teams in this round of the 6Ns. Closest wins.
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Must be UK based!
March 6, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Win a signed copy of Attacking the Space!!
Predict the combined 22 entries of all six teams in this round of the 6Ns. Closest wins.
If you retweet you get two goes...
Must be UK based!
Predict the combined 22 entries of all six teams in this round of the 6Ns. Closest wins.
If you retweet you get two goes...
Must be UK based!
5 authors for whom I've read at least 5 books:
Anthony Ryan
Robin Hobb
Joe Abercrombie
Peter V Brett
Julia Donaldson
Anthony Ryan
Robin Hobb
Joe Abercrombie
Peter V Brett
Julia Donaldson
5 authors by whom I’ve read at least 5 books:
Robin Hobb
Stephen King
David Gemmell
Robert R McCammon
Iain M Banks
Robin Hobb
Stephen King
David Gemmell
Robert R McCammon
Iain M Banks
5 authors by whom I've read at least 5 books:
Terry Pratchett
Issac Asimov
JJR Tolkien
Grant Morrison
GRR Martin
Terry Pratchett
Issac Asimov
JJR Tolkien
Grant Morrison
GRR Martin
February 22, 2026 at 3:27 AM
5 authors for whom I've read at least 5 books:
Anthony Ryan
Robin Hobb
Joe Abercrombie
Peter V Brett
Julia Donaldson
Anthony Ryan
Robin Hobb
Joe Abercrombie
Peter V Brett
Julia Donaldson
Fully appreciating I have my Ulster glasses on but honestly Rob Baloucoune has been the 2nd best player on the pitch today for me. Has got through a mountain of work. JGP head and shoulders above everyone else, just insane work
February 21, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Fully appreciating I have my Ulster glasses on but honestly Rob Baloucoune has been the 2nd best player on the pitch today for me. Has got through a mountain of work. JGP head and shoulders above everyone else, just insane work
I was miles off the Scotland game, 2 points off the Ireland result and spot on with the French result, to misquite the song almost 2 outta 3 ain't bad
Ireland by 5
Draw in calcutta cup (Finn misses last min conversion)
France by 42
Draw in calcutta cup (Finn misses last min conversion)
France by 42
February 15, 2026 at 8:01 PM
I was miles off the Scotland game, 2 points off the Ireland result and spot on with the French result, to misquite the song almost 2 outta 3 ain't bad
Feels like the first sight of blue sky over Belfast this year
February 13, 2026 at 1:13 PM
Feels like the first sight of blue sky over Belfast this year
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Have to say the work in already trying to excuse Frank's failure and not taint his reputation further is in pretty stark contrast to how Postecoglu was treated.
Ange's injury list was because of his training whereas Frank was just a victim of bad luck, ridiculous
Have to say the work in already trying to excuse Frank's failure and not taint his reputation further is in pretty stark contrast to how Postecoglu was treated.
Ange's injury list was because of his training whereas Frank was just a victim of bad luck, ridiculous
Thomas Frank sacking: Tottenham appointment a gamble that ended in failure
Thomas Frank's sacking came as no surprise on Wednesday. His appointment by Tottenham was a gamble that ended in a storm of toxicity, writes Phil McNulty.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:28 PM
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Have to say the work in already trying to excuse Frank's failure and not taint his reputation further is in pretty stark contrast to how Postecoglu was treated.
Ange's injury list was because of his training whereas Frank was just a victim of bad luck, ridiculous
Have to say the work in already trying to excuse Frank's failure and not taint his reputation further is in pretty stark contrast to how Postecoglu was treated.
Ange's injury list was because of his training whereas Frank was just a victim of bad luck, ridiculous
Lads it's feeling like Gatland early 2000s when he gave a load of youngsters a shot time with Ireland. Fitness permitting I'd love to see Edogbo, Casey and Izzy get a start next time out
#FRAvIRE
#FRAvIRE
February 5, 2026 at 9:24 PM
Lads it's feeling like Gatland early 2000s when he gave a load of youngsters a shot time with Ireland. Fitness permitting I'd love to see Edogbo, Casey and Izzy get a start next time out
#FRAvIRE
#FRAvIRE
Great breakdown of where the game could be won and lost for Ireland.
Feel that France will focus less on scrum(could still milk a few pens though) and more on killing Ireland at the lineout with that light pack
Feel that France will focus less on scrum(could still milk a few pens though) and more on killing Ireland at the lineout with that light pack
IRELAND v FRANCE: The Preview ☘️
A 1,500 word tactical breakdown on the direction of travel, and Ireland's 'Path to Victory' if they are to replicate the magic of 2000, 2014 and 2018.
Enjoy! 🏉
A 1,500 word tactical breakdown on the direction of travel, and Ireland's 'Path to Victory' if they are to replicate the magic of 2000, 2014 and 2018.
Enjoy! 🏉
Slam Search: France v Ireland Preview
Not since 2010 have Ireland felt like such rank outsiders in Paris, but, this is not an impossible task
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February 4, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Great breakdown of where the game could be won and lost for Ireland.
Feel that France will focus less on scrum(could still milk a few pens though) and more on killing Ireland at the lineout with that light pack
Feel that France will focus less on scrum(could still milk a few pens though) and more on killing Ireland at the lineout with that light pack
@90minutecynic.bsky.social is this a tinfoil hat take? Have Celtic spent nothing in Jan so the board can post YTD figures for period up to 31/1 that might land them a bonus? Spending early to bolster the squad was obviously the way to go, but they'll use the manager change to excuse not doing it
February 2, 2026 at 1:23 AM
@90minutecynic.bsky.social is this a tinfoil hat take? Have Celtic spent nothing in Jan so the board can post YTD figures for period up to 31/1 that might land them a bonus? Spending early to bolster the squad was obviously the way to go, but they'll use the manager change to excuse not doing it
He's right, we just won't appreciate that fact for a few years yet
January 30, 2026 at 12:17 PM
He's right, we just won't appreciate that fact for a few years yet
@90minutecynic.bsky.social I'm sure you'll cover it on a pod, but initial thoughts on Cvancara? Feels like a classic Martin O'Neill signing a 'damaged goods' type player (Thommo, Hartson, Bellamy) and hoping he can get a tune out of them. Feels high risk
January 21, 2026 at 8:03 PM
@90minutecynic.bsky.social I'm sure you'll cover it on a pod, but initial thoughts on Cvancara? Feels like a classic Martin O'Neill signing a 'damaged goods' type player (Thommo, Hartson, Bellamy) and hoping he can get a tune out of them. Feels high risk
Looking forward to the Kok and Stock connection doing some damage at the weekend #Ulster #rugby #urc
Henderson returns for Ulster, Munster make 10 changes for New Year's interpro (✍️@rugby_ie) #Ulster #Munster #Rugby
Henderson returns for Ulster, Munster make 10 changes for New Year's interpro
The provinces meet at a sold-out Ravenhill on Friday night.
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January 1, 2026 at 1:19 PM
That farce people are calling a boxing match is on tonight, and not gonna lie, I've never warmed to Joshua, but for my love of the sport I really hope he send that YouTuber to the shadow realm
December 19, 2025 at 11:12 PM
That farce people are calling a boxing match is on tonight, and not gonna lie, I've never warmed to Joshua, but for my love of the sport I really hope he send that YouTuber to the shadow realm
Delighted to see Ulster rotate this heavily. As good as a cup run would be, league has to be the priority.
Izzy being back is great to see and McNamara being in the 23 is exciting too
Izzy being back is great to see and McNamara being in the 23 is exciting too
Ulster ring the changes as Richie Murphy gives fringe players chance to impress against Cardiff @beltel.bsky.social #UlsterRugby #RugbyUnion #EuropeanChallengeCup
Ulster ring the changes as Richie Murphy gives fringe players chance to impress against Cardiff
Ulster head coach Richie Murphy has been true to his word in his team selection for Saturday’s European Challenge Cup meeting with Cardiff in Wales (8pm), making a whopping nine changes to the team that defeated Racing 92 last week.
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December 12, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Delighted to see Ulster rotate this heavily. As good as a cup run would be, league has to be the priority.
Izzy being back is great to see and McNamara being in the 23 is exciting too
Izzy being back is great to see and McNamara being in the 23 is exciting too