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Head-To-Head: Ireland v Argentina

7 years ago by Irish Rugby News

A statistical preview of Ireland's opening GUINNESS Series match against Argentina at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday evening (kick-off 6.30pm)

Schmidt sees next two matches as yardstick for Ireland’s World Cup chances

7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

They host Argentina and New Zealand on successive Saturdays.

Injury troubles triggered Sean O’Brien’s stubborn streak

7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Sean O’Brien’s return to the Ireland set-up for the first time in a year came as no surprise to Joe Schmidt, despite the back-rower’s struggles with injuries that kept him out of a landmark...

Joe Schmidt: ‘I think anyone runs a bit harder when they can hear breathing of someone behind them’

7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Ireland’s big guns are back as the stakes are raised with the visits of Argentina and New Zealand over the next two weeks but Joe Schmidt has warned his front-line stars not to take their places...

Richie McCaw wants Joe Schmidt in All Blacks coaching mix

7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Richie McCaw believes New Zealand would be “silly” not to do everything in their power to try and bring Joe Schmidt home after next year’s World Cup.

Jones wants Ashton to play with smile on his face against All Blacks

7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

The winger is to make his first England start for four years against New Zealand at Twickenham.

Warren Gatland hopes Wales can handle the pressure against Australia

7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Wales are bidding to end a long run of defeats to the Wallabies.

England match even bigger than Lions tour, says All Blacks coach Hansen

7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

The All Blacks have not faced England for four years.

Ashton’s nose for the try-line convinced Jones to give him the nod

7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

The 31-year-old replaces the benched Jack Nowell on the right wing.

Joe Schmidt unsure how to fit in Ireland trio

7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Robbie Henshaw and Bundee Aki will start in the midfield against Argentina, with Garry Ringrose injured.