Ireland may not have reached the World Cup Soccer, but that does not mean that the Irish are not crazy about the sport. On the contrary, Ireland is the creator of two sports that have achieved great international recognition and who are the local favorites.
In Ireland, soccer, soccer called TIEE not the same role as in Spain or other countries. Rugby in Ireland is the favorite sport and that more premises identified. His team is also among the best in the world.
But no doubt about which sports are most popular among the Irish hurling, a competitive sport and quite rude, and Gaelic football, a very original mixture between the rules of rugby and soccer.
Hurling
This sport is played with a ball of cork and a wooden bats 1 meter long with those who have to pick up the ball and take it to the opposite goal. It is played with two teams of 15 players each.
Gaelic Football
The sport began to play in the sixteenth century and since then, with some changes and some official status, is a favorite of the Irish. The rules are a mixture of rugby and soccer. The teams are 15 people and you have to carry the ball with his hands, or kicking with the foot, passing between players to score goal in a goal similar to rugby.
Want to see these sports games in Ireland during your visit?
You can see the Independent newspaper for dates, times and places of the parties. But consultation with any local, they will be happy to introduce you to their favorite sports.