Neil Treacy

RTÉ Sport Journalist

19 November 2025; IRFU chief executive officer Kevin Potts is interviewed after an IRFU media conference at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Rugby ticket prices a 'commercial reality' - Potts

The IRFU has defended its ticket pricing strategy for men's senior internationals at the Aviva Stadium, saying it is the "commercial reality" the sport is facing.

Rugby • 20 Nov 25

15 November 2025; A general view before the Quilter Nations Series 2025 match between Ireland and Australia at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

IRFU insists finances 'robust' despite €4.2m deficit

Irish Rugby chief executive Kevin Potts believes the IRFU is in a "robust" financial position, despite reporting a deficit of €4.2m for the 2024/25 season.

Rugby • 19 Nov 25

15 November 2025; Harry Potter of Australia in action against Ryan Baird, left, and Tommy O’Brien of Ireland during the Quilter Nations Series 2025 match between Ireland and Australia at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

O'Brien: Sexton's 'nuggets' improving Irish kick game

Ireland dominated the skies against Australia on Saturday, and if they're to claim a big win against the world champions South Africa in Dublin this weekend, they will need a repeat performance.

Rugby • 20 Nov 25

15 November 2025; Sam Prendergast of Ireland, left, is replaced by team-mate Jack Crowley in a second half substitution during the Quilter Nations Series 2025 match between Ireland and Australia at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Smit: Physicality should not dictate 10 selection

Former South Africa captain John Smit doesn't believe Ireland's coaches should be fixated on "physicality" in selecting their side for this weekend's Quilter Nations Series meeting with the Springboks at Aviva Stadium.

Rugby • 19 Nov 25

Former Leinster prop Ala'alatoa to join Munster

Munster have made a mid-season dip into the transfer market, confirming the signing of veteran prop Michael Ala'alatoa until the end of the season.

United Rugby Championship • 19 Nov 25

PARIS, FRANCE - NOVEMBER 05: Franco Mostert of South Africa looks on during the South African national men's rugby team training session at Insep Fields on November 05, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Franco Arland - Gallo Images/Getty Images)

Springboks given boost as Mostert red card overturned

South Africa have received a major boost ahead of Saturday's huge Quilter Nations Series meeting with Ireland in Dublin, after a disciplinary committee overturned Franco Mostert's controversial red card against Italy last weekend.

Rugby • 19 Nov 25

15 November 2025; Caelan Doris of Ireland is congratulated by team-mates Cian Prendergast, left, and James Lowe, right, after scoring their fourth try during the Quilter Nations Series 2025 match between Ireland and Australia at the Aviva Stadium in Dubli

Prendergast and McCarthy savour big game atmosphere

When Caelan Doris spoke on Friday about wanting rugby at the Aviva Stadium to sound a bit more like it did for the soccer team on Thursday night, they weren't empty words.

Rugby • 16 Nov 25

15 November 2025; Ireland head coach Andy Farrell, left, with Australia head coach Joe Schmidt before the Quilter Nations Series 2025 match between Ireland and Australia at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Farrell: Ireland need to be better against the Boks

Andy Farrell couldn't hide his delight at the ruthless nature of Ireland's 46-19 win against Australia on Saturday, but says they will have to be better again if they're to beat the Boks.

Rugby • 17 Nov 25