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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.

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

Keith Earls is an integral part of Joe Schmidt's plans

'Thrilled' Earls signs new Ireland deal

Keith Earls has signed a contract extension that will see him remain with Munster and Ireland until 2021.

Rugby • 25 Oct 18

Schmidt and Murray have enjoyed some success

Murray urges 'massive asset' Schmidt to stick around

With Joe Schmidt's contract due to expire next year, Conor Murray is hopeful that the head coach signs a new deal.

Rugby • 25 Oct 18

Amee Leigh Murphy Crowe in action for Ireland in Colorado last weekend

Numbers and finances mean 7 equals 15 for women's rugby

A lack of players and financial concerns mean the IRFU considers women's 15s and 7s rugby as the same sport.

Rugby • 24 Oct 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

Quinn Roux: "I believe that we are capable of bringing further success to the province in the seasons ahead."

Quinn Roux signs two-year Connacht contract extension

Quinn Roux has signed a contract extension that will keep him at Connacht until 2021.

Rugby • 16 Oct 18

'You have to remember that these players are offering up their jersey and opportunities to their competitors every time they don't wear it themselves. They hardly ever want the rest either'

Fans and players must take long-term view on welfare

The IRFU's player-management system will come under extra scrutiny as the countdown to the World Cup begins, writes Jonny Holland.

Rugby • 14 Sep 18

Noel McNamara is heading for New Zealand

IRFU send U20 coach McNamara on 3-month NZ placement

Ireland Under-20s head coach Noel McNamara has been sent on a three-month placement with Kiwi outfit North Harbour as part of an IRFU initiative to take coaches "out of their comfort zone" and aid their development.

Rugby • 14 Aug 18

Ireland's Grand Slam victory has led to financial improvement for the IRFU

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 Cup.

Rugby • 13 Jul 18

Ireland will return to the scene of one of their greatest victories

Ireland face Italy in November Soldier Field clash

Ireland will return to the United States in November and have agreed to play Six Nations rivals Italy in Chicago on November 3, the IRFU have confirmed.

Rugby • 15 May 18

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IRFU dismiss claims in newspaper article over fixtures

IRFU announce record revenues for 2018/19

IRFU have 'no concerns' about Jonathan Sexton fitness

IRFU issue statement confirming sanction of player

Mike Catt to join Farrell's Ireland coaching team

Leinster probe into alleged punch 'concluded'

IRFU extends Nucifora contract

Fogarty set for Ireland role, Leinster bring in McBryde

Qualifying path an opportunity for Ireland, says Steed

Best: Performance has to improve in Cardiff

Johnny Sexton extends IRFU contract until 2021

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

Nucifora: Farrell will ensure clarity and continuity

Farrell to replace Schmidt as Ireland coach after RWC

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

Best hails Schmidt's legacy & hopes he will stay

'Thrilled' Earls signs new Ireland deal

Murray urges 'massive asset' Schmidt to stick around

Numbers and finances mean 7 equals 15 for women's rugby

Schmidt to decide on future before end of the year

Quinn Roux signs two-year Connacht contract extension

Fans and players must take long-term view on welfare

IRFU send U20 coach McNamara on 3-month NZ placement

Grand Slam sees IRFU return to profit ahead of schedule

Ireland face Italy in November Soldier Field clash