Huge crowd turns out to welcome home Ireland's World Cup squad
Thousands of fans turned out to welcome home the Republic of Ireland squad following their historic World Cup appearance.
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Farrell believes strength in depth will be key to Ireland's World Cup hopes
Andy Farrell insists squad depth will be key to Ireland achieving their dream of World Cup glory after handing opportunities to a number of fringe players for Saturday’s warm-up clash with Italy.
'We expect to be at our best' - Andy Farrell trusting Ireland depth vs Italy
Andy Farrell expects nothing but the best from his Ireland side in the opening game of their Rugby World Cup warm-up programme, as they welcome Italy to the Aviva Stadium on Saturday (live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player).
Ireland mix and match for Italy World Cup warm-up
DUBLIN : Ireland coach Andy Farrell handed a number of fringe players the chance to stake a claim for a World Cup place in Saturday's warm-up against Italy while also including some Grand Slam winners to try to extend a 10-game winning streak.
Cork's Liam Buckley confident on manager hunt despite Kevin Doherty rejection
Cork City interim boss Liam Buckley has said that it's still possible that a new manager could be appointed before the end of the season despite being rejected by Drogheda’s Kevin Doherty in recent days.
Crowley starts v Italy with three potential debuts off the bench
Jack Crowley will get a first opportunity of the summer to stake his claim at out-half for Ireland, with the Munster man starting at 10 in Saturday's opening Rugby World Cup warm-up against Italy at the Aviva Stadium.
Jack Crowley gets chance to stake claim for World Cup spot against Italy
Jack Crowley has been given the chance to stake his claim for Ireland’s fly-half role ahead of the World Cup after being selected to start Saturday’s Dublin clash with Italy.
Germany eliminated from World Cup after being held by South Korea
Two-time champions Germany have crashed out of the Women's World Cup after drawing 1-1 with South Korea in their final Group H match in Brisbane.