Nucifora: Emerging tour didn't damage relationships David Nucifora says the relationship between the IRFU and the four provinces hasn't been damaged by the recent Emerging Ireland tour of South Africa, but … Rugby • 28 Oct 22
Nucifora: Eight women's players turned down contracts IRFU performance director David Nucifora has confirmed that eight women's players have turned down professional contracts from the union. Rugby • 27 Oct 22
Browne: Time not right to comment on team management IRFU chief executive Philip Browne says it would be inappropriate to comment on the future of women's director of rugby Anthony Eddy's position with Ireland … Rugby • 12 Nov 21
Time for IRFU to confront their failing of women's game The IRFU like to commission reviews when things go wrong in the women's game, but Ali Donnelly believes such tactics may not suffice in wake … Rugby • 12 Nov 21
No need for ROG to serve time with province - Nucifora Ronan O'Gara would not have to serve time in the Irish system before becoming head coach of the national team, according to David Nucifora. Rugby • 03 Jun 21
'No short-term fix' for women's game - Nucifora The issues surrounding the women's game in Ireland won't be sorted out quickly, says IRFU high performance director David Nucifora. Rugby • 02 Jun 21
Nucifora: IRFU wanted Furlong to sign longer deal The IRFU is hopeful that a changed rugby landscape next year will help them to keep Tadhg Furlong on the books past his recently signed … Rugby • 02 Jun 21
IRFU bosses say Farrell's the right man to lead Ireland Ireland rugby bosses have no regrets over the appointment of head coach Andy Farrell and believe he is "absolutely" the right man to lead the … Rugby • 01 Dec 20
O'Callaghan: Rugby in dangerous place and change needed Donncha O'Callaghan believes rugby is in a "dangerous place" and rule changes are required to give the sport a lift. Rugby • 30 Nov 20
Nucifora eager for South African teams to join Pro14 IRFU high performance director David Nucifora is extremely keen that South Africa's four biggest franchises complete the deal to join the Guinness Pro14, saying it … Rugby • 30 Nov 20
Ireland's July tour to Australia postponed The Irish rugby team's Tests in Australia in July are among the global rugby fixtures postponed as confirmed by World Rugby. Rugby • 15 May 20
IRFU World Cup review: Irish approach did not evolve The IRFU's review into another underwhelming performance by Ireland at the World Cup has honed in on Ireland's style of play, the anxiousness that affected … Rugby • 04 Dec 19
Nucifora on Kearney: 'Everyone has decisions to make' IRFU high-performance director David Nucifora has hinted that Rob Kearney may be set for pastures new after the Rugby World Cup in Japan. Rugby • 24 May 19
'Dare to dream' - Nucifora backs Ireland to rule World IRFU high performance director David Nucifora is daring to dream that Ireland can win the Rugby World Cup in Japan. Rugby • 24 May 19
IRFU extends Nucifora contract David Nucifora, the IRFU's high-performance director, has signed a three-year extension to his contract. Rugby • 22 May 19
Nucifora: Farrell will ensure clarity and continuity Andy Farrell to replace Joe Schmidt as head coach and lead Ireland to the 2023 World Cup in a move that will provide clarity to … Rugby • 26 Nov 18
Schmidt to decide on future before end of the year IRFU chief executive Philip Browne expects Joe Schmidt to decide on his future as Ireland head coach after the November internationals. Rugby • 23 Oct 18
New Irish-Welsh Cup gives academy stars chance to shine David Nucifora has reassured Ulster Bank League clubs that the new Celtic Cup competition for emerging professional players will not hamper their own seasons. Rugby • 15 Aug 18
Grand Slam sees IRFU return to profit ahead of schedule The IRFU have made a profit of €1.2m for the 2017/2018 season thanks to Ireland's Grand Slam success along with Leinster's triumph in the Champions … Rugby • 13 Jul 18
IRFU keen for 'world-class' Schmidt to remain in charge The IRFU want Joe Schmidt to extend his tenure as Ireland coach beyond the 2019 World Cup, but are confident of a smooth succession should … Rugby • 19 Jun 18
Adam Griggs joins sevens set-up Following their third-place Six Nations finish, Ireland coach Adam Griggs has been drafted into the IRFU high performance unit and will work with the sevens … Rugby • 21 Mar 18
Munster search for Erasmus successor down to one Munster expect to name a replacement for the departing Rassie Erasmus "in the coming weeks" after whittling their options down to one candidate. Rugby • 26 Sep 17
IRFU chief lays out plan to choose Lam successor A brains trust will analyse exactly the type of figure Connacht require to take the reins from Pat Lam next summer to ensure the province … Rugby • 22 Dec 16
Nucifora calls for patience on Sexton fitness IRFU Performance Director David Nucifora has said Johnny Sexton will be given all the time he needs to fully recuperate and is confident a patient … Rugby • 22 Dec 16
Connacht have list drawn up to replace Pat Lam Pat Lam was tempted away by a 'significant and compelling' offer from Bristol but Connacht already have a list of replacements drawn up. Rugby • 05 Dec 16
