Johnny Sexton extends IRFU contract to 2021
Ireland and Leinster fly-half Johnny Sexton has signed a contract extension with the IRFU until the end of the 2020-21 season.
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Joe Schmidt to leave Ireland after 2019 World Cup
Joe Schmidt will leave his role as head coach after next year’s Rugby World Cup with current defence coach Andy Farrell taking charge.
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Inspirational Ireland humble the All Blacks
Ireland have beaten New Zealand for the first time ever on Irish soil after a magnificent performance at the Aviva Stadium.
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O’Brien returns as Ireland prepare for the Pumas
Joe Schmidt has brought back the big guns for the visit of Argentina, with Sean O’Brien recalled for his first international game since last November.
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Joey Carbery given the nod ahead of Italy clash
Joe Schmidt has named his team to face Italy in Chicago with Joey Carbery starting at fly-half.
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