Luis Rubiales banned from football for three years
FIFA has banned former Spanish Football Association president Luis Rubiales from all football-related activity for three years.
Ireland Sport News
Uncertainty now for Springboks as stalwarts near the end
Following their World Cup triumph, South Africa face an uncertain future as they wait for a new coach to be appointed while many of the stalwarts within the squad are coming to the end of their Test careers.
Cirque du Soleil to bring dazzling insect-inspired spectacle to Manchester’s AO Arena just in time for Easter
World-leading performers Cirque du Soleil will be bringing a carnival of dancing and acrobatic insects to Manchester for six shows just in time for the Easter holidays next year.
Sue Ronan: 'I'd be surprised if Gleeson didn't want job'
Former Republic of Ireland women's manager Sue Ronan said she'd be "surprised" if interim boss Eileen Gleeson didn't want the job on a permanent basis.
Jackman: 'Friend could be just what Wallabies need'
RTÉ rugby analyst Bernard Jackman says that Australian rugby needs a diplomatic, unifying figure who can bring warring factions together and suggested Andy Friend as a possible candidate.
Ireland win WXV3 title in Dubai as World Rugby's new women's initiative reaches climax
As rugby’s two greatest rivals prepared to play for the sport’s biggest prize in France, World Rugby’s new initiative for the women’s game was reaching its climax in Dubai.
Titanic clashes, lopsided groups and future changes – 5 World Cup talking points
The 10th edition of the World Cup was also its longest, producing highs and lows across its eight weeks.
Andy Farrell named World Rugby Coach of the Year
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has been named World Rugby Coach of the Year, while Ardie Savea was crowned Men's 15s Player of the Year at the World Rugby Awards in Paris.