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Ciarán Murphy: This week has reaffirmed – but also recalibrated – our national identity

Whether it’s Troy Parrott’s hat-trick or Loughmacrory winning their first county finals, the joy goes beyond boundaries

John Egan celebrates with Caoimhín Kelleher and Ryan Manning after the Republic of Ireland's win over Hungary on Sunday. Photograph: Anthony Stanley/Inpho
John Egan celebrates with Caoimhín Kelleher and Ryan Manning after the Republic of Ireland's win over Hungary on Sunday. Photograph: Anthony Stanley/Inpho
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Thu Nov 20 2025 - 06:00 • 4 MIN READ

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