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On this day in 2015: Stuart Lancaster resigns as England head coach

England became the first host nation to be knocked out at the pool stage after a 28-25 defeat to Wales and a 33-13 loss to Australia at Twickenham.

The Independent UK

On this day in 2015: Sorry England make World Cup history with group-stage exit

England were beaten by Australia to become the first host nation to be knocked out at the group stage.

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup: Steve Borthwick faces huge challenge as England’s finest thrive elsewhere

The likes of Shaun Edwards, Andy Farrell and Mike Catt will all be serving England’s rivals in France in a sober reminder of the RFU’s disarray

Evening Standard

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RFU must shoulder blame for England’s shameful decline

England's darkest Twickenham day was the product of 20 years of decline.

Evening Standard

Owen Farrell’s failure to adapt leaves England with complicated questions

Farrell’s red card against Wales and invetiable pending ban has left England with a serious dilemma just weeks before the Rugby World Cup

The Independent UK

Clive Woodward: ‘We won the World Cup despite our system, not because of it’

In an extract from his new book, Robert Kitson talks to the former England head coach about glory in 2003 and the missed chances to build a legacy

The Guardian - UK

Stuart Lancaster will be missed at Leinster after making ‘massive impact’

The 53-year-old is poised to become director of rugby at French club Racing 92.

The Independent UK

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Leinster's Stuart Lancaster keen to coach in Ireland again after head coach role with Racing 92

"It definitely feels like a big step to leave. In the background you're trying to organise things and there's been times I've sat on Zoom calls thinking, 'I've absolutely no idea about what that guy's said'."

Irish Mirror

Gordon D'Arcy claims Jacques Nienaber appointment will shake up Leinster

And Springbok legend Victor Matfield feels it is the right move for South Africa's head coach after this year's Rugby World Cup

Irish Mirror

The Wales coaches discarded by Warren Gatland who still have loads to offer and could return to Welsh rugby

Gethin Jenkins and Stephen Jones weren't wanted by Gatland but they could hold down roles with Cardiff and the Scarlets in the future

Wales Online

Leinster power into semi-finals of Champions Cup with Leicester thrashing

Leinster 55-24 Leicester: Stuart Lancaster's seven-try Irish outfit outclass English champions at Aviva Stadium in Dublin

Daily Mirror

Richard Wigglesworth thankful to Stuart Lancaster ahead of Champions Cup duel

Leinster v Leicester: Tigers boss grateful to support of Leinster counterpart during difficult early days at Welford Road - and looking forward to pitting his wits against him tonight

Daily Mirror

Leinster 'juggernaut' has learned from Champions Cup heartbreak - Leicester's Richard Wigglesworth

Richard Wigglesworth: “You are coaching against brilliant coaches – Leo Cullen and Stuart Lancaster are just running a machine"

Irish Mirror

Josh van der Flier to miss Leinster's Champions Cup quarter-final as Blues face selection call

Garry Ringrose and Caelan Doris ready to return after missing victory over Ulster

Irish Mirror

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On this day in 2005: Andy Farrell signs for Saracens to switch rugby codes

Great Britain rugby league captain Andy Farrell switched codes to union and signed for Saracens on this day in 2005.The Rugby Football Union (RFU) confirmed Farrell’s three-year contract with Sarries.Current Ireland head coach Farrell had enjoyed 13 heavily-decorated years at Wigan, winning 34 caps for Great Britain and 11 for…

The Guardian - UK

England face ‘hard yards and tough calls’ to rejoin rugby union’s top table

A talent drain, club academies and player development mistakes have all put English rugby union on the back foot

Irish Mirror

Leo Cullen signs new two year deal to remain as Leinster's head coach

The 45-year-old has been at the helm for eight years and will provide stability in the wake of Stuart Lancaster's departure in the summer

Irish Mirror

'He's taken his chance' - Stuart Lancaster praises Ross Byrne's Ireland revival

'He's had selection decisions go against him which we all understand because it's bloody difficult being an international coach'

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Will the quarterback sneak turn Chiefs v Eagles into the rugby Super Bowl?

Philadelphia are experts at getting Jalen Hurts over the line in short yardage situations. Should opposing teams look to rugby for a solution?

Irish Mirror

'It's all speculation' - Leo Cullen on his Leinster Rugby future

The province take on Cardiff Blues at the RDS Arena this evening (7.05pm)

Evening Standard

Sean O’Brien: Work of the provinces behind Ireland’s rise to rugby summit

The former Ireland flanker spoke exclusively to Standard Sport

Daily Mirror

Kevin Sinfield reveals his next challenge after becoming England defence coach

Cross-code rugby legend Kevin Sinfield has set himself the task of persuading team boss Steve Borthwick’s oldest son to swap his Australia shirt for an England one!

Irish Mirror

RG Snyman poised for new year return for Munster as Reds gear up for Leinster clash

Attack coach Mike Prendergast insists Munster are not damaged from run of poor results against their biggest rivals because this is a new coaching set-up with new tactics, adding that a win ''would be huge...We feel like we have moved forward'

Irish Mirror

Leinster star James Tracy retires due to neck injury at the age of 31

The Leinster and Irish hooker suffered the injury against Connacht back in April

Daily Mirror

Stuart Lancaster says Steve Borthwick has time to turn England into World Cup contenders

“Steve will make England hard to beat, I'm absolutely certain of that. I don’t think it’s as worrying as people make out that he is taking it on at this point. There is no reason England can’t go well”

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