Johnny Sexton reflects on his career after Ireland’s devastating World Cup exit
Teary-eyed Ireland captain Johnny Sexton reflected on a “gutting” end to his glittering career following a heartbreaking World Cup exit at the hands of New Zealand.
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Ferris: This World Cup quarter-final defeat feels different
Ireland's latest Rugby World Cup quarter-final exit is significantly different to previous failures to advance to the last four, according to Stephen Ferris and Jerry Flannery.
Rugby World Cup: All Blacks happy to be back in spotlight after toppling Ireland
New Zealand are more than happy to once again be the centre of attention after knocking the number one ranked Ireland out of the Rugby World Cup, according to coach Ian Foster.
Sunday sport: South Africa and France meet in World Cup quarter-final
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Bruised Ireland reflect on end of an era
PARIS - As Ireland pack up camp and prepare to leave Paris they are left to contemplate not just another painful head-butt with their Rugby World Cup glass ceiling, but also the break-up of an era-defining squad.
New Zealand out to avoid repeat of 2019 in semi-final week
PARIS : The All Blacks are desperate to avoid any repeat of their disappointing 2019 experience in next week's World Cup semi-final against Argentina, defence coach Scott McLeod said on Sunday.
Spirit of outgoing Johnny Sexton can spur Ireland on, says Farrell
Andy Farrell believes the inspirational spirit of outgoing captain Johnny Sexton can help Ireland return to challenge on the biggest stage after another agonising World Cup exit marked the end of an era.
International view: Ireland get answer to question, 'if not now, when?'
Another World Cup, another quarter-final exit. But this one felt different, Ireland were so close.