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Dempsey Confirmed As Leinster Backs Coach Up To 2016/17

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Leinster Rugby have confirmed head coach Leo Cullen's coaching team with the appointment of Girvan Dempsey as backs coach up until the end of the 2016/17 season. Meanwhile, Richie Murphy has accepted an...

Irish Rugby TV: Squad Update With Michael Kearney & Jonathan Sexton

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Ireland team manager Michael Kearney gives a medical update on the squad, while out-half Jonathan Sexton talks about the hard-earned win over Italy and looks forward to facing France next Sunday.

Irish Schools Get Unique Aviva Stadium Opportunity

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Over 300 young rugby players will get a once in a lifetime opportunity to run out and play at the Aviva Stadium on Sunday, October 11. The Irish Rugby Schools Festival, supported by Aviva, will see teams...

In Pics: Ireland 16 Italy 9

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

The in-form Keith Earls scored the only try of the game as Ireland chalked up their third win of Rugby World Cup 2015 against Six Nations rivals Italy. Check out the best photos in our match gallery.

Women's All-Ireland League Round-Up

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Tries galore and drama aplenty thrilled the crowds during the third round of the Women's All-Ireland League on Sunday, writes Aisling Crowe.

Joe Schmidt: Ireland had ‘been lulled into a false sense of security’

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt saw his team book their place in the Rugby World Cup quarter-final this afternoon, but their performance left a lot to be desired.

WATCH: Donal Lenihan gives his thoughts on ‘surreal’ match against Italy

1 decade ago by Breaking News.ie : Rugby

Donal Lenihan gave his views on the Ireland v Italy RWC pool match at the Olympic Stadium.

Coach & Captain's Verdict: Ireland 16 Italy 9

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt and captain Paul O'Connell spoke to the media following the hard-earned one-try win over Italy in Pool D of the Rugby World Cup.

Sexton: It Was Ugly And We've A Lot To Work On

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

Jonathan Sexton says Ireland will learn from their mistakes and quickly refocus on their crunch Pool D clash with France, following a sloppy performance in defeating Italy 16-9 in London this evening.

#RWC2015 Match Stats: Ireland 16 Italy 9

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

A look at the official Rugby World Cup 2015 match statistics - provided by Opta Stats - from Ireland's tight one-try win over Italy at the Olympic Stadium.