Ireland left embarrassed by defeat to Luxembourg

Ireland’s World Cup dreams were left in tatters after an 85th minute Gerson Rodrigues gave Luxembourg a famous win at the Aviva Stadium. The result means manager Stephen Kenny is now without a win in his 10 matches in charge of the Boys in Green.

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Mitrovic makes the difference as Ireland lose to Serbia

Ireland’s World Cup qualifying campaign got off to a disappointing but spirited 3-2 loss to Serbia in Belgrade. Alan Browne ended manager Stephen Kenny’s goal drought but the hosts replied through Dusan Vlahovic and Aleksandar Mitrovic with James Collins scoring moments from the end.

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Ireland impress with demolition of England

A vastly improved Ireland finished their Guinness Six Nations campaign on a high with a comprehensive win over England in Dublin. Facing the prospect of a fifth successive loss to Eddie Jones’ side, Ireland took the game to the visitors and thoroughly outplayed the defending champions.

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CJ Stander to retire from rugby in June

Ireland and Munster star CJ Stander has announced he will retire from both international and club rugby this summer at the age of 31. He has decided to retire after questioning his desire to continue to compete at the highest level, plus a desire to raise his family at home in South Africa.

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Sexton steers Ireland to victory over Scotland

A late Johnny Sexton penalty saw Ireland notch up their second win of the Guinness Six Nations campaign, beating Scotland 24-27 in Edinburgh. Andy Farrell’s side led for most of the game but a late surge by the hosts made for a nervous ending.

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