Stockdale: I'm expecting to go over and win a World Cup Jacob Stockdale believes Ireland must set themselves high targets if they are to achieve in Japan. Rugby • 29 May 19
Stockdale: I'm expecting to go over and win a World Cup Jacob Stockdale believes Ireland must set themselves high targets if they are to achieve in Japan. Rugby • 29 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
'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
Laporte: Schmidt was my No 1 choice to coach France French rugby president Bernard Laporte has revealed Joe Schmidt would have been his preferred choice to replace Jacues Brunel had the country's clubs not ruled out a foreign head coach. Rugby • 12 Apr 19
Laporte: Schmidt was my No 1 choice to coach France French rugby president Bernard Laporte has revealed Joe Schmidt would have been his preferred choice to replace Jacues Brunel had the country's clubs not ruled out a foreign head coach. Rugby • 12 Apr 19
Ireland's gameplan has been figured out, says Miller Ireland must accept the fact that teams have figured out their game plan and not be afraid to mix in new players before the World Cup, according to Eric Miller. Rugby • 28 Mar 19
Ireland's gameplan has been figured out, says Miller Ireland must accept the fact that teams have figured out their game plan and not be afraid to mix in new players before the World Cup, according to Eric Miller. Rugby • 28 Mar 19
Frustrated Schmidt still one of best coaches out there Whatever tactics were used, Ireland didn't become a poor team overnight, writes Jonny Holland. Rugby • 20 Mar 19
Frustrated Schmidt still one of best coaches out there Whatever tactics were used, Ireland didn't become a poor team overnight, writes Jonny Holland. Rugby • 20 Mar 19
IRFU called in British intelligence to combat leaks A new books claims that the IRFU hired a former British spy to investaige leaks in the aftermath of the 2007 World Cup. Rugby • 19 Mar 19
IRFU called in British intelligence to combat leaks A new books claims that the IRFU hired a former British spy to investaige leaks in the aftermath of the 2007 World Cup. Rugby • 19 Mar 19
O'Sullivan: Slide in confidence hard to redress Ireland have a big task on their hands to restore shattered confidence ahead of the World Cup, says Eddie O'Sullivan. Rugby • 19 Mar 19
O'Sullivan: Slide in confidence hard to redress Ireland have a big task on their hands to restore shattered confidence ahead of the World Cup, says Eddie O'Sullivan. Rugby • 19 Mar 19
Simon Zebo likely to remain in exile after cheeky tweet Ireland could have used the enigmatic talents of Simon Zebo in Cardiff on Saturday but his unpredictability off the pitch is unlikely to see Joe Schmidt consider a U-turn. Rugby • 16 Mar 19
Simon Zebo likely to remain in exile after cheeky tweet Ireland could have used the enigmatic talents of Simon Zebo in Cardiff on Saturday but his unpredictability off the pitch is unlikely to see Joe Schmidt consider a U-turn. Rugby • 16 Mar 19
'Hollow' Joe Schmidt rues Irish ill-discipline Discipline has been the cornerstone of Ireland's success under Joe Schmidt, so the concession of so many penalties in the defeat to Wales rang the alarm bells that bit louder. Rugby • 16 Mar 19
'Hollow' Joe Schmidt rues Irish ill-discipline Discipline has been the cornerstone of Ireland's success under Joe Schmidt, so the concession of so many penalties in the defeat to Wales rang the alarm bells that bit louder. Rugby • 16 Mar 19
Recap: Wales 25-7 Ireland Wales dismantle out-of-sorts Ireland at the Principlaity Stadium to secure another grand slam under Warren Gatland Rugby • 16 Mar 19
Recap: Wales 25-7 Ireland Wales dismantle out-of-sorts Ireland at the Principlaity Stadium to secure another grand slam under Warren Gatland Rugby • 16 Mar 19
'There are many shades of Joe... that's his skill' Rory Best believes Joe Schmidt's true coaching acumen lies in his man management. Rugby • 15 Mar 19
'There are many shades of Joe... that's his skill' Rory Best believes Joe Schmidt's true coaching acumen lies in his man management. Rugby • 15 Mar 19
Ireland and Wales torn over roof debate for final clash Joe Schmidt has hinted Wales broke protocol in asking Six Nations bosses to close the Principality Stadium roof in Saturday's tournament decider in Cardiff. Rugby • 14 Mar 19
Ireland and Wales torn over roof debate for final clash Joe Schmidt has hinted Wales broke protocol in asking Six Nations bosses to close the Principality Stadium roof in Saturday's tournament decider in Cardiff. Rugby • 14 Mar 19
Tadhg Beirne and Sean O'Brien in XV to face Wales Tadhg Beirne will make his Six Nations debut for Ireland in Saturday's showdown with Wales in Cardiff, while Joe Schmidt has also recalled Sean O'Brien to the pack. Rugby • 14 Mar 19
Tadhg Beirne and Sean O'Brien in XV to face Wales Tadhg Beirne will make his Six Nations debut for Ireland in Saturday's showdown with Wales in Cardiff, while Joe Schmidt has also recalled Sean O'Brien to the pack. Rugby • 14 Mar 19
'Joe keeps his cards close to his chest' John Ryan says continually returning to play a part in Joe Schmidt's plans has given him confidence. Rugby • 13 Mar 19
'Joe keeps his cards close to his chest' John Ryan says continually returning to play a part in Joe Schmidt's plans has given him confidence. Rugby • 13 Mar 19
Sexton knows all good things come to an end Johnny Sexton knows Ireland are well capable of stopping Wales 13-game winning run. Rugby • 13 Mar 19
Sexton knows all good things come to an end Johnny Sexton knows Ireland are well capable of stopping Wales 13-game winning run. Rugby • 13 Mar 19
Ferris: O'Brien absence may be down to player Stephen Ferris reckons that Sean O'Brien's absence from the Ireland squad against France could have been down to the player himself. Rugby • 12 Mar 19
Ferris: O'Brien absence may be down to player Stephen Ferris reckons that Sean O'Brien's absence from the Ireland squad against France could have been down to the player himself. Rugby • 12 Mar 19
Schmidt content to see confidence restored after win Joe Schmidt believes Ireland reasserted their World Cup credentials with the confidence nourishing win over France this afternoon. Rugby • 10 Mar 19
Schmidt content to see confidence restored after win Joe Schmidt believes Ireland reasserted their World Cup credentials with the confidence nourishing win over France this afternoon. Rugby • 10 Mar 19
Schmidt hopeful Van der Flier & Kearney will make Wales Joe Schmidt hasn't ruled Josh van der Flier or Rob Kearney out of contention for next week's game against Wales but is less hopeful about Robbie Henshaw's chances. Rugby • 10 Mar 19
Schmidt hopeful Van der Flier & Kearney will make Wales Joe Schmidt hasn't ruled Josh van der Flier or Rob Kearney out of contention for next week's game against Wales but is less hopeful about Robbie Henshaw's chances. Rugby • 10 Mar 19
Schmidt: It will be hard to say goodbye Ireland boss Joe Schmidt always hammers home the importance of the collective but admits that his final home Six Nations game has been on his mind. Rugby • 09 Mar 19
Schmidt: It will be hard to say goodbye Ireland boss Joe Schmidt always hammers home the importance of the collective but admits that his final home Six Nations game has been on his mind. Rugby • 09 Mar 19
Never mind France, which Ireland will turn up? The most worn cliche in rugby may soon apply to Ireland if they fail to perform to the best of their ability against France. Rugby • 09 Mar 19
Never mind France, which Ireland will turn up? The most worn cliche in rugby may soon apply to Ireland if they fail to perform to the best of their ability against France. Rugby • 09 Mar 19
Schmidt: Mental issues are being addressed Joe Schmidt says the issues affecting his squad are being addressed on both a mental and a technical level. Rugby • 08 Mar 19
Schmidt: Mental issues are being addressed Joe Schmidt says the issues affecting his squad are being addressed on both a mental and a technical level. Rugby • 08 Mar 19
Henshaw improving 'more slowly than hoped' Robbie Henshaw remains a major doubt for this Sunday's Six Nations showdown with France at the Aviva Stadium with the IRFU admitting on Tuesday that his recovery has been slower than hoped. Rugby • 05 Mar 19
Henshaw improving 'more slowly than hoped' Robbie Henshaw remains a major doubt for this Sunday's Six Nations showdown with France at the Aviva Stadium with the IRFU admitting on Tuesday that his recovery has been slower than hoped. Rugby • 05 Mar 19
Sexton has to be the fulcrum for Ireland - Schmidt Ireland boss Joe Schmidt says there is nothing he can do to change how Johnny Sexton plays without affecting Ireland's game. Rugby • 25 Feb 19
Sexton has to be the fulcrum for Ireland - Schmidt Ireland boss Joe Schmidt says there is nothing he can do to change how Johnny Sexton plays without affecting Ireland's game. Rugby • 25 Feb 19
Opportunities beckon for chosen few in the Italian job An away trip to Rome is where Joe Schmidt is testing out new combinations in an Irish side where he claims the "energy levels' have risen in the week after the Scotland game. Rugby • 22 Feb 19
Opportunities beckon for chosen few in the Italian job An away trip to Rome is where Joe Schmidt is testing out new combinations in an Irish side where he claims the "energy levels' have risen in the week after the Scotland game. Rugby • 22 Feb 19
Jackman: Great chance for Carbery to be 'quarterback' Bernard Jackman believes that Joe Schmidt's World Cup preparations would be best served by giving outhalf Joey Carbery the No 10 jersey against Italy on Sunday. Rugby • 21 Feb 19
Jackman: Great chance for Carbery to be 'quarterback' Bernard Jackman believes that Joe Schmidt's World Cup preparations would be best served by giving outhalf Joey Carbery the No 10 jersey against Italy on Sunday. Rugby • 21 Feb 19
