The Wallabies need a hard re-set. The Sydney Morning Herald is reporting that former Ireland boss, Joe Schmidt is Rugby Australia’s number one target to be head coach of the Wallabies. Schmidt, who led Ireland to three Six Nations titles, including a 2018 Grand Slam, had been part of the All Blacks coaching and selection […]

2 years ago

“Champion.” Following New Zealand’s 28-24 World Cup quarter final win over Ireland, at Stade de France, their head coach made sure to give Joe Schmidt a much deserved name-check. Asked what was going through his head as Ireland out together 37 attacking phases, over the final four minutes, and got as far as the Kiwi […]

2 years ago

He loved it. Former Ireland and Leinster head coach Joe Schmidt was a guest on The Late Late Show on Friday night as he promoted his autobiography. Following Ireland’s disastrous World Cup showing, he joined Tubridy in studio to talk about his time with Ireland. He admitted he was nervous returning to Ireland to see […]

6 years ago

We saw one of these coming, but not the other one. Joe Schmidt has named a 44-man extended training squad with an eye to the World Cup in Japan. Two uncapped players – Jean Kleyn (pictured below) and Mike Haley of Munster – are both named in the squad but there is no room for […]

7 years ago

‘Jesus, this looks incredible. I think I need to chance my arm at going over’. 11 appearances in for Ulster and Will Addison has found a home, and appreciative fanbase. In truth, he had it after his first outing for the province. Will Addison made his Ireland debut, two months after his first game for […]

7 years ago

The news broke on Monday morning. It has been confirmed that Joe Schmidt will step down as coach of the Irish rugby team after the Rugby World Cup next year. Andy Farrell will replace Schmidt as head coach after the tournament in Japan. Farrell has worked alongside Schmidt as Ireland’s defence coach in recent years, […]

7 years ago