Tag: Ireland Rugby
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Beirne Free to Play: Ireland’s Tadhg Beirne Red Card Rescinded Ahead of Japan Clash
Beirne’s Redemption: The Red Card That Wasn’t In a swift turn of events that sent shockwaves through Irish rugby, Tadhg Beirne has been cleared of further punishment after Ireland’s captain’s call to review the controversial red card against New Zealand yielded a rescission. The decision means Beirne, a fixture in Ireland’s pack and a key…
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Beirne Free to Play as Ireland After Red Card Rescinded
Beirne Cleared: What the Ruling Means for Ireland The latest decision surrounding Tadhg Beirne has reshaped Ireland’s plans for this weekend’s match. After a controversial incident that led to his sending-off against New Zealand, Beirne’s red card has been rescinded, clearing him to play if selected by head coach Andy Farrell. The ruling marks a…
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Ireland vs New Zealand: Farrell laments mental lapses after All Blacks win
Match context: Ireland’s tough night in Chicago Ireland faced a significant challenge in Chicago as they took on New Zealand in a tightly contested clash. Despite taking a 13-7 lead midway through the second half, the visitors were unable to close out the game as the All Blacks fought back with clinical precision and a…
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Ireland vs New Zealand: Farrell laments mental lapses after All Blacks win in Chicago
Irish discipline disrupted by red card and mental lapses Ireland entered the latest chapter of their storied rivalry with New Zealand in Chicago with confidence after a disciplined performance in the opening stages. Yet a controversial 20-minute red card for Tadhg Beirne unsettled the team, and the visitors capitalised as the game wore on. Andy…
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Ireland vs New Zealand: Farrell laments mental lapses after Chicago setback
Overview: Ireland’s lead slips away as All Blacks finish strong In a bruising autumn test in Chicago, Ireland briefly led 13-7 in the second half before New Zealand roared back to seal a 26-13 victory. The defeat left head coach Andy Farrell lamenting mental lapses that he says proved decisive in a match that swung…
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Ireland v New Zealand: Farrell’s men return to Chicago for a gripping All Blacks clash at Soldier Field
Rugby’s iconic rivalry returns to Chicago The winter sun over Soldier Field delivered a sharp contrast to the electric atmosphere inside one of America’s most storied stadiums as Ireland and New Zealand renewed their famous rivalry. It’s a fresh chapter in a saga that began with Ireland’s maiden win over the All Blacks nine years…
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Ireland v New Zealand: All Blacks edge Ireland at Chicago’s Soldier Field in Tamaiti Williams strike
Chicago hosts a classic revival as Ireland face New Zealand In a high-stakes rematch that rekindles one of rugby’s most celebrated upsets, Ireland and New Zealand returned to the field at Soldier Field, Chicago. The atmosphere was electric, with a crowd eager to see if Andy Farrell’s men could repeat history against a storied All…
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Ireland v All Blacks 2025: The Money, the History, and the Chicago Rematch
Introduction: A Clash Reimagined in Chicago On Saturday, November 1, Ireland will square off against the All Blacks in Chicago, a landmark rematch that carries the weight of nine long years since their last duel in the Windy City. Between regular travels for both teams and a history of intense clashes, this meeting is about…
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Ireland v All Blacks 2025: The Money and History Behind the Rematch
Setting the Stage: A High-Profile Autumn Clash On Saturday, November 1st, 2025, Ireland and the All Blacks meet in Chicago for a highly anticipated rematch. The fixture captures more than a routine autumn test: it stands at the intersection of sporting prestige, financial stakes, and rugby history. After nine years since their last clash in…
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Ireland Must ‘Come to the Party’ Against All Blacks at Soldier Field
Ireland face a stern test as they prepare to meet the All Blacks at Soldier Field Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has issued a bold call to his side, urging them to “come to the party” when they take on New Zealand in Chicago. The match, scheduled for 8:10pm Irish time, represents a chance for…