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Andy Farrell signs new Ireland contract to quash any chance of England switch

Andy Farrell has signed a new deal to remain as Ireland’s head coach until 2031 ending any potential interest from the RFU

The Guardian - UK · Jun 5

‘I struggled without realising’: Tommy Freeman reveals mental toll of workload

Tommy Freeman, the England back, has said his mental state was affected by his 34 appearances last season and that Northampton coaches eased his post-Lions burden

The Guardian - UK · Feb 16

Ireland launch investigation into ‘cowardly’ racist abuse aimed at debutant

Edogbo was subjected to racist abuse after making his debut for Ireland against Italy in the Six Nations

The Independent UK · Feb 16

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Johnny Sexton: Ireland legend joins British & Irish Lions coaching staff for Australia tour

Former fly-half will reunite with Andy Farrell this summer ahead of a full-time coaching position with the IRFU

Evening Standard · Apr 17, 2025

Mack Hansen commits future to Ireland with new deal

The 26-year-old’s new deal runs until the end of the 2026-27 season.

The Independent UK · Mar 3, 2025

Ireland forward Tadhg Beirne signs two-year contract extension with the IRFU

Beirne has 58 international caps after helping his country begin their Guinness Six Nations title defence with victories over England and Scotland.

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025

Easterby minds Ireland’s house with a spruce-up and hat-trick on agenda

Stand-in head coach and his Leinster-heavy squad have a unique achievement in their sights

The Guardian - UK · Jan 31, 2025

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Bundee Aki and James Ryan commit to Ireland by signing new deals

Aki has signed a one-year deal while Ryan has agreed a three-year extension.

The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2024

Ireland criticise 20-minute red card ahead of controversial trial in autumn Tests

France have also come out against changes to rugby’s on-field disciplinary system

The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2024

Andy Farrell set to be named Lions head coach for 2025 tour of Australia

The 48-year-old Englishman is seen as the outstanding candidate for one of the game’s most prestigious posts.

The Independent UK · Jan 10, 2024

Andy Farrell expected to lead Lions in 2025 after Irish union gives its blessing

Andy Farrell is set to be head coach for the 2025 British & Irish Lions tour of Australia, with the IRFU saying it would be ‘ecstatic’ if he got the role

The Guardian - UK · Dec 14, 2023

Ireland coach Andy Farrell extends contract beyond 2027 World Cup

The former dual-code international’s contract had been due to run out in 2025

The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023

Ireland coach Andy Farrell commits long-term future as Lions stint teed up

IRFU tie down head coach for fresh Rugby World Cup bid in 2027

Evening Standard · Dec 14, 2023

England vs Samoa referee: Who is Rugby World Cup official Andrew Brace?

The Irish official is one of the refereesat the tournament

The Independent UK · Oct 7, 2023

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The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2023

Australia vs Fiji referee: Who is Rugby World Cup official Andrew Brace?

The Irish official is one of the refereesat the tournament

The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023

Irish fan ‘gang-raped’ after watching Rugby World Cup match in France

French police found woman in her 30s ‘traumatised’

Evening Standard · Sep 12, 2023

Irish fan ‘abducted and gang-raped’ after watching Rugby World Cup match

The victim was alleged to have been attacked after watching Ireland play in Bordeaux

Irish Mirror · Jul 12, 2023

Aiken Promotions slapped with staggering Garda bill for Garth Brooks Croke Park concerts

Concert promoters Aiken Promotions paid a total of €731,047 for their events while the IRFU had a bill of €296,997 for a range of different rugby games since last summer.

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Wales Online · Jul 6, 2023

Tonight's rugby news as Warburton backs 'X-factor' Wales outsider and former Ireland coach dies

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Irish Mirror · Jul 6, 2023

IRFU lead tributes to former Ireland coach Roly Meates

He coached Ireland between 1975 and 1977, including the comeback win over England at Twickenham in 1976.

Irish Mirror · Jul 4, 2023

Munster Rugby coach Greig Oliver's paraglide 'collided with another' in horror accident before death in South Africa

The former Scotland international was a tandem passenger in one that was flying over the promenade in Cape Town when his aircraft hit another in the air

Evening Standard · Jul 3, 2023

Greig Oliver: Former Scotland rugby player and Munster coach dies in paragliding accident

He died in the accident in South Africa, at the age of 58

Irish Mirror · Jul 3, 2023

Munster rugby coach Greig Oliver dies in horror paragliding accident in Cape Town

The 58-year-old married dad-of-two was a former international scrum-half for Scotland. He moved to Ireland with his family in 2007 and in 2011 assumed the role of Elite Player Development Officer with the Munster Rugby Academy.

The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2023

Iain Henderson signs two-year contract extension with Irish Rugby Football Union

The Ulster lock has won 71 caps and been a key part of Ireland’s success.

Irish Mirror · Jun 23, 2023

Iain Henderson ends transfer speculation with new IRFU deal to stay with Ulster

Toulouse were among the clubs linked with a move for the experienced 31-year-old provincial skipper

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