Rugby legend Andrew Trimble has taken to Instagram to release a light-hearted apology after an amusing slip-up during his recent podcast analysis of the Champions Cup match between Munster and Gloucester. Although Munster clinched the game with a 31-3 win, it was Trimble’s venue mix-up that stole the spotlight.
While discussing the game on the Second Captains podcast, the former Ulster and Ireland star mistakenly referred to the stadium as ‘Croke Park’—a classic facepalm moment as the actual venue was Cork’s renowned Pairc Ui Chaoimh. Showing true sportsmanship and a good sense of humour, Trimble was quick to hold his hands up, jokingly branding his momentary lapse as ‘brainless.’
In his candid Instagram video, Trimble said, “I know it’s Pairc Ui Chaoimh! I’m not claiming to be an expert on Irish Gaelic football grounds, but I definitely know it wasn’t Croke Park.” But wait, there’s more! Adding to the blooper reel, Trimble amusingly described the game as a ‘damp squid’ rather than a ‘damp squib’—a slip of words that only fuelled the giggles. He added with a grin, “I was a bit rattled after the first mistake, and then I went and swapped squib for squid. Clearly, my marine biology needs some work!”
Despite the mix-ups, Trimble’s genuine and humorous apology has won everyone over, reminding us all that even the pros have their off days. Got to love a sports icon who can laugh at himself! 🏉😂