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The IRFU hope to repay the deferrals once professional rugby resumes.

IRFU introduce pay deferral for players from next month

The IRFU will implement pay deferrals on a sliding scale from April in a bid to protect rugby on the island, with chief executive Philip Browne warning that a prolonged break in professional rugby would result in "daunting challenges" for the union.

Rugby • 20 Mar 20

James Ryan: 'We spoke about being physical, being aggressive. We didn't show enough of that'

James Ryan: We didn't fire many shots at Twickenham

Ireland lock James Ryan says the most disappointing aspect of the 24-12 loss in Twickenham was that the visitors failed to "fire many shots".

Six Nations • 26 Feb 20

Sports bodies unconcerned by 8 February election date

The General Election coincides with Allianz Football League and Six Nations fixtures at Croke Park and Aviva Stadium respectively on 8 January but the GAA and IRFU do not expect any impact when it comes to policing or traffic management on that day

Football • 14 Jan 20

The IRFU won't be taking over the FAI's share of the Aviva Stadium

IRFU rule out taking on FAI's Aviva Stadium debt

The IRFU have confirmed that they have no interest in acquiring the FAI's share in the Aviva Stadium as the financial troubles of the soccer body mount.

Soccer • 19 Dec 19

Bundee Aki was sent off for a high tackle on Samoa's Ulupano Seuteni

Ireland fly in legal eagle for Aki hearing

Ireland are flying a specialist lawyer into Japan in a bid to keep Bundee Aki's World Cup alive after the centre's red card against Samoa.

Rugby World Cup 2019 • 13 Oct 19

IRFU dismiss claims in newspaper article over fixtures

The IRFU have called on a journalist to withdraw allegations he made about them in an article on Sunday.

Rugby • 13 Oct 19

IRFU announce record revenues for 2018/19

The IRFU have confirmed that the 2018/19 financial year was their most successful ever, as they made €87.5million in revenue.

Rugby • 19 Jul 19

IRFU have 'no concerns' about Jonathan Sexton fitness

The IRFU have 'no concerns' regarding the fitness of Johnny Sexton.

Rugby • 10 Jul 19

IRFU issue statement confirming sanction of player

The IRFU today released a statement confirming an unnamed player has been sanctioned for an "incident of inappropriate behaviour".

Rugby • 24 Jun 19

Mike Catt has been working with Conor O'Shea in Italy

Mike Catt to join Farrell's Ireland coaching team

Former England coach Mike Catt has agreed a deal to leave Italy and become Ireland's new attack coach under Andy Farrell after the World Cup.

Rugby • 22 Jun 19

An IRFU investigation is on-going, while Leinster have concluded their probe

Leinster probe into alleged punch 'concluded'

Leinster Rugby says it has 'concluded to the satisfaction of all parties' an investigation into an incident involving one of their academy players, who ended up in hospital after allegedly being struck by a former player.

Rugby • 05 Jun 19

David Nucifora is a former Brumbies and Blues hooker

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

John Fogarty: I'll miss what we have built here at Leinster but I am equally excited by what lies ahead."

Fogarty set for Ireland role, Leinster bring in McBryde

Leinster have confirmed that John Fogarty will come into the Ireland fold in July and permanently replace Greg Feek as the international side's scrum coach after the World Cup.

Rugby • 29 Apr 19

Ireland's defeat to Wales in 2017 means they must qualify for the 2021 World Cup

Qualifying path an opportunity for Ireland, says Steed

Ireland must qualify for the 2021 World Cup but Fiona Steed says it's an opportunity for the team to get their house in order.

Rugby • 07 Apr 19

Best: Performance has to improve in Cardiff

Irish captain Rory Best said that Ireland will have to improve upon their performance if they are to win in the Millennium Stadium next week and deny Wales a grand slam.

Rugby • 10 Mar 19

Johnny Sexton: 'We get looked after extremely well here and it is an exciting time for Irish rugby.'

Johnny Sexton extends IRFU contract until 2021

World Player of the Year Johnny Sexton has signed an IRFU contract extension that ties him to Leinster and Ireland until 2021.

Rugby • 11 Dec 18

Joe Schmidt is preparing for the long goodbye

It's time to focus on my family, says Schmidt

Joe Schmidt look set to take an extended break away from coaching at the least, when he parts company with Ireland after the 2019 World Cup.

Rugby • 26 Nov 18

Joe Schmidt (L) was central to the appointment of Farrell as his replacement

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 players, IRFU high performance director David Nucifora told RTÉ Sport.

Rugby • 26 Nov 18

Andy Farrell (L) will replace Joe Schmidt after next year's World Cup

Farrell to replace Schmidt as Ireland coach after RWC

Joe Schmidt will leave his role as Ireland head coach after next year's World Cup in Japan. The New Zealander will be replaced by Ireland's current defence coach Andy Farrell.

Rugby • 26 Nov 18

IRFU chief executive Philip Browne confirmed the sale today

IRFU sells 92 acres of land in Dublin for €27m

The IRFU have confirmed the sale of 92 acres of land in south-west Dublin for €27m.

Rugby • 12 Nov 18

'He's the best coach I've ever worked with'

Best hails Schmidt's legacy & hopes he will stay

Ireland captain Rory Best insists that head coach Joe Schmidt will leave a lasting legacy on Irish rugby, but added that he's not ready to see the back of the New Zealander just yet.

Rugby • 09 Nov 18