Opta Match Facts Preview: Japan v Ireland
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsOpta bring you all the team and player facts you need as the build-up continues to Ireland’s Rugby World Cup showdown with Japan in Shizuoka tomorrow (kick-off 4.15pm local time/8.15am Irish time)....
Ireland Take In Shizuoka Stadium For Captain’s Run
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsThe Ireland squad wrapped up their training week with the Captain’s Run session at Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa, the venue for their crunch encounter with Rugby World Cup hosts Japan on Saturday (kick-off...
Rory Best On Japan v Ireland
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsThe Ireland captain spoke to Irish Rugby TV about facing the host nation tomorrow and two milestones – one for himself and one for Iain Henderson. The post Rory Best On Japan v Ireland appeared first...
Pros give their verdict on the Piers Francis tackle that could have been the quickest ever red card
6 years ago by Rugby DumpPiers Francis almost had the shortest debut in Rugby World Cup history in England’s match against the USA on Thursday. In fact, it would have been the shortest appearance ever in a RWC match when he...
The internet's amusing reaction to Owen Farrell on the receiving end of a shoulder charge
6 years ago by Rugby DumpThe USA's John Quill received the first red card of the 2019 Rugby World Cup after he clattered into Owen Farrell recklessly ten minutes from time. The irony of the hit has not been lost on some fans,...
Rugby World Cup city guide to Fukuoka
6 years ago by Rugby DumpThe Fukuoka Prefecture on the island of Kyushu is the ninth most populated prefecture in Japan, and one of the nations most outstanding in terms of natural beauty and culture. Fukuoka is seen as a natural...
Rugby World Cup Preview: Japan v Ireland
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsIain Henderson, one of the leading performers against Scotland, was make his 50th international appearance as Ireland aim for their second Rugby World Cup win against host nation Japan in Shizuoka. RUGBY...
Head-To-Head: Ireland v Japan
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsA statistical preview of Saturday’s Rugby World Cup Pool A showdown between Ireland and tournament hosts Japan at Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa (kick-off 4.15pm local time/8.15am Irish time). RUGBY WORLD...
McGrath, Carter And Faddes Set For Ulster Debuts
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsSummer signings Jack McGrath, Sam Carter and Matt Faddes will all earn their first Ulster caps in Friday’s GUINNESS PRO14 opener against the Ospreys at Kingspan Stadium (kick-off 7.35pm). Tickets...
Andy Farrell And Conor Murray Preview Japan v Ireland
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsAndy Farrell and Conor Murray preview Ireland’s 2nd game of the Rugby World Cup against hosts Japan. The post Andy Farrell And Conor Murray Preview Japan v Ireland appeared first on Irish Rugby.
