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November 2024
Big Chance
'He’s ready. He’s a confident kid' - Farrell backs Prendergast
13 Nov
6.5k
70
continuity
Clarkson set for Ireland debut but Farrell likely to make minimal changes to XV
13 Nov
5.9k
30
santi
'I was putting a lot of pressure on myself to play well for Connacht'
13 Nov
3.4k
3
Dr Phil, a Portlaoise man, and a hungry pack of Pumas
Alan Kingsley worked on Argentina’s kicking game at training in Dublin today.
Murray Kinsella
12 Nov
2.1k
5
'This has been a dream job since my time at Munster'
12 Nov
14.8k
6
Bouncing Back
Ireland need a big push against Pumas to show last Friday was a blip
This Irish team have had a habit of bouncing back after disappointing performances.
Murray Kinsella
11 Nov
2.1k
4
Back on the Horse
'Good teams bounce back' - Farrell trusts Ireland to show true colours
11 Nov
3.8k
35
Sloppy
Why Ireland's attack failed to fire in frustrating defeat to the All Blacks
Issues at the breakdown and lineout, as well as simple handling errors, denied Ireland any flow.
Murray Kinsella
10 Nov
4.8k
20
downbeat
'There's no excuse' - Farrell gutted by Ireland's lack of energy and accuracy
8 Nov
7.2k
63
tough night
All Blacks storm Dublin as sloppy Ireland come off second best
Andy Farrell’s men failed to get firing in attack as the Kiwis claimed a deserved win.
Murray Kinsella
Reports from the Aviva Stadium
8 Nov
6.2k
86
no scrum no win
Can Ireland right the perceived wrongs of the scrum last year?
8 Nov
2.3k
8
Rivals
Whatever about the sledging, the rugby tonight promises fireworks
Ireland’s clashes with New Zealand have been enthralling over the past decade.
Murray Kinsella
8 Nov
1.8k
1
Grassroots
'This is what rugby is all about... It reminds me of my club in New Zealand'
CYM rugby club in Dublin had a visit from some of the All Blacks this morning.
Murray Kinsella
7 Nov
8.4k
7
Razor
Grá for Guinness, Ireland at 18, and the whirlwind All Blacks job
Scott Robertson, who once played with Newtownards, marches to his own beat.
Murray Kinsella
6 Nov
3.8k
2
Nous
Farrell has gone with his most experienced, tried-and-trusted selection
The Ireland head coach has included lots of know-how in his squad to face the All Blacks.
Murray Kinsella
6 Nov
5.1k
9
Team news
Bealham starts for Ireland as Furlong misses All Blacks clash
6 Nov
8.8k
56
Allow the access
The big kick change to look out for in Ireland's battle with All Blacks
Referees have been told to clamp down on obstruction by kick escorters.
Murray Kinsella
5 Nov
4.3k
7
Blow
Tadhg Furlong set to miss Ireland's clash with the All Blacks
5 Nov
19.5k
52
Roots
The All Blacks wing descended from Irish potato farmers
5 Nov
9.2k
7
new faces
How much has the All Blacks team changed since their RWC win over Ireland?
Wallace Sititi has emerged as a force in the Kiwi back row.
Murray Kinsella
4 Nov
3.6k
4
familiar face
'Dutchy' happy to be in Ireland but won't put name in for Munster job
4 Nov
7.8k
10
WNTS
'The pro contracts are amazing because that carrot is dangling for players'
Ireland’s pathway for women’s rugby has developed quickly in recent years.
Murray Kinsella
3 Nov
1.8k
2
Matchday 23
Farrell has exciting selection options for Ireland's opener against All Blacks
2 Nov
6.2k
18
October
October 2024
schedule
IRFU confirms 'A' inter-provincial championship with a new trophy
31 Oct
5.0k
28
Home Record
Autumn Tests have been a happy hunting ground for Ireland
Andy Farrell’s side have four big games in Dublin over the coming weeks.
Murray Kinsella
30 Oct
3.1k
pom
O'Mahony could return for Munster against All Blacks XV
30 Oct
6.6k
47
thomond test
As head coach search starts, Munster must rally against exciting All Blacks XV
30 Oct
3.8k
11
End of the road
Rowntree bombshell a sad end to era that started with stunning success
The 53-year-old guided the province to a URC title but things had been unhappier recently.
Murray Kinsella
29 Oct
8.1k
47
Exit
Munster confirm departure of Rowntree by mutual agreement
Rowntree led the province to a URC title in his first season in charge.
29 Oct
20.9k
188
six games down
Leinster impress as Irish provinces reflect on opening URC block
Munster sit in the bottom half of the table with a third of the regular season played.
Murray Kinsella
28 Oct
3.8k
sob
'I'm getting to grips with it more... I'm very young for a coach at this level'
Sean O’Brien is enjoying coaching with Leinster more than ever.
Murray Kinsella
26 Oct
6.1k
2
AIL
'There's something special building here... The club was ready to explode'
Galway Corinthians RFC are in-form in Division 2A and have impressive playing numbers.
Murray Kinsella
24 Oct
5.5k
1
offside
Retreat! How closing of Dupont Law loophole has changed the game
There have still been a few teams getting stung by the offside law relating to kicking.
Murray Kinsella
24 Oct
3.2k
1
Leader
Giving the Ireland captaincy to all-action Doris was a no-brainer
The 26-year-old Mayo man has quickly and impressively grown into the role.
Murray Kinsella
24 Oct
2.5k
4
Autumn
Farrell welcomes big guns back in an Ireland squad with lots of storylines
Andy Farrell is aiming for a clean sweep before he hands over the reins to Simon Easterby.
Murray Kinsella
23 Oct
4.9k
2
CONFIRMED
Doris named Ireland captain with two uncapped players in 35-man squad
Cormac Izuchukwu and Sam Prendergast will hope to make their debuts next month.
23 Oct
9.2k
126
Extension
Cullen set to sign new two-year deal as Leinster head coach
21 Oct
5.3k
60
on fire
'It was a difficult time so we really appreciated the offer from Leinster'
RG Snyman was player of the match on Saturday night against Connacht.
21 Oct
16.2k
11
Relief
Boost for Ireland as Connacht expect Mack Hansen back soon
21 Oct
2.3k
Injury Update
Frawley injury a worry less than three weeks before All Blacks clash
20 Oct
5.6k
17
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