Ireland struggle to second-Test defeat against Japan Ireland failed to hit the heights of last week's demolition of Japan, falling to a 29-10 defeat in their second Test in Tokyo. Rugby • 27 Aug
Error-strewn France rally for test win over Japan France had to rally again in the second half to beat Japan for a second successive week as they edged the home team 20-15 in … Rugby • 09 Jul
France impress in second half to overpower Japan Winger Damian Penaud scored two tries as France put together a strong second-half performance for a commanding 42-23 victory over Japan in the first test … Rugby • 02 Jul
Japan and Saudi Arabia qualify for World Cup Japan beat Australia 2-0 to qualify for World Cup finals for the seventh successive edition, with their victory at Sydney's Olympic Stadium also taking Saudi … Soccer • 24 Mar
Setback for Australia, South Korea book World Cup spot Australia's hopes of automatic qualification for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar were rocked by a late Abdullah Fawaz penalty as Oman claimed a 2-2 … Soccer • 01 Feb
'No better woman' - Griffin will be sorely missed Two-try hero Ciara Griffin will be sorely missed as Ireland shut door on miserable year. Rugby • 21 Nov 21
Retiring skipper Griffin pays tribute to family A tearful Ciara Griffin paid an emotional tribute to her family as she brought the curtain down on her Ireland with a typically inspirational performance … Rugby • 20 Nov 21
Griffin signs off on a high as Ireland edge past Japan Ciara Griffin scored two tries on her final appearance as Ireland beat Japan 15-12 at the RDS. Rugby • 20 Nov 21
Preview: Japan the visitors as Ireland aim to turn page Ireland are looking to end a difficult 2021 on a high with victory over Japan. Rugby • 20 Nov 21
Autumn series: England, Wales, Scotland name teams England will face the feared South African pack with a depleted front row while Wales welcome back Josh Adams for Australia and Scotland have made … Rugby • 18 Nov 21
Experienced heads need to drive it against New Zealand To win back the fringe supporters and to keep building their confidence and momentum, it's imperative that Ireland put it up to New Zealand, writes … Rugby • 09 Nov 21
Lowe ready to tackle 'best friends' and native NZ Ireland winger James Lowe is already relishing the prospect of locking horns with some of his best friends as he prepares to face his native … Autumn Nations Series • 08 Nov 21
Farrell happy with defence but NZ to provide real test Ireland coach Andy Farrell was pleased with his side's defensive effort against Japan. Rugby • 07 Nov 21
Conan enthused by back row progression Ireland's Jack Conan believes that their thumping 60-5 win over Japan at the Aviva Stadium was another reminder of the strong back row options available … Rugby • 06 Nov 21
Samurai warrior Sexton basks in 'special moment' Johnny Sexton celebrated his 100th Ireland cap with a 11 points off the tee, a try and a Samurai sword. Rugby • 06 Nov 21
As it happened: Ireland crush Japan at Aviva Felive all the action from the Ireland's Autumn Nations Series clash with Japan. Rugby • 06 Nov 21
Businesses eye demand for flags, pints and chips Ireland's match with Japan marks the first time there will be no limits on crowds at a major event since lockdown. Rugby • 06 Nov 21
RTÉ Rugby podcast: Questions raised over Ireland bench The panel discuss the Ireland team to play against Japan on Saturday. Rugby • 04 Nov 21
Sexton set for 100 club as Ireland team named Johnny Sexton is set for his 100th cap for Ireland as Andy Farrell names his team to play Japan this afternoon. Rugby • 04 Nov 21
Furlong backs old dog Healy to learn new trick They say you can't teach an old dog new tricks but Cian Healy has been backed to make the most of his latter day positional … Rugby • 03 Nov 21
Henderson: Ireland prepared for Japan's shock and awe Iain Henderson says Ireland will be well prepared for Japan's shock-and-awe brand of rugby. Rugby • 03 Nov 21
99 not out - Sexton set to join Irish centurions Set to win his 100th Ireland cap on Saturday, Johnny Sexton concedes he never thought it a likely milestone. Rugby • 03 Nov 21
Autumn selections to hint at Farrell's World Cup plans Picking and dropping players is harder than it looks, writes Jonny Holland. Rugby • 02 Nov 21
Hansen earns Ireland call-up ahead of Japan clash Connacht's Mack Hansen has been called up to the Ireland squad ahead of Saturday's clash with Japan at the Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 01 Nov 21
Japan gear up for Ireland Test with Aussie defeat Japan's last run out before their European tour that begins in Dublin was a rallying 32-23 defeat to Australia in Oita. Rugby • 23 Oct 21
