Rugby World Cup 2027 Pools Set, As Draw Delivers Major Clashes

The road to Rugby World Cup 2027 officially took shape Tuesday, as World Rugby unveiled the full pool draw for the expanded 24-team tournament.

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Opinion: Ireland's Slide Shows A Rebuild Is Unavoidable For Farrell

Talk to an Irish fan of a certain vintage, and the idea of losing sleep over defeats to the All Blacks or Springboks would once have been laughable. Not anymore.

Nov 25

Ireland Player Ratings vs. Springboks: Gallant Effort Not Enough

Andy Farrell’s Ireland let slip its impressive home record against the Springboks with an error-strewn 24-13 defeat at the Aviva Stadium.

Nov 22

Springboks Defeat Ireland 24-13 For First Dublin Win Since 2012

The Nov. 22 Ireland vs. South Africa match served up the most intense matchup of the Autumn Nations Series.

Nov 22

Ireland vs. South Africa Rugby Kickoff Time, Lineups

A heavyweight clash returns to Dublin, as No. 4-ranked Ireland hosts No. 1 South Africa at Aviva Stadium in a rematch of one of rugby’s fiercest recent rivalries.

Nov 21

Ireland Player Ratings vs Wallabies: Hosts Shine In Dominant Dublin Victory

Ireland delivered the type of rounded, ruthless performance that has felt out of reach for more than a year, producing a 46-19 dismissal of Australia that will sharpen focus ahead of next week’s heavyweight meeting with the South Africa.

Nov 15

Ireland Delivers Commanding Victory Over Australia In Dublin Showcase

Ireland delivered its most complete performance in more than a year and surged past Australia 46-19 at the Aviva Stadium, a result that sends Ireland into next week’s clash with the Springboks with renewed belief and an unmistakable edge.

Nov 15

Ireland vs. Australia Rugby Kickoff Time, Lineups

A clash of traditional powerhouses highlights Saturday’s Autumn Internationals, as No. 3-ranked Ireland hosts No. 7 Australia at Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

Nov 14

Quick Fixes And Long-Term Selections Ireland Must Back To Reclaim Test Edge

Irish rugby stands at a crossroads.

Nov 12

5 Things To Know: Ireland vs. Australia Rugby In Autumn Nations Series 2025

Ireland and Australia collide under the lights at Aviva Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 15,  in a blockbuster Autumn Nations Series showdown.

Nov 12

Ireland vs. Japan: Three Key Takeaways For Andy Farrell's Side

Andy Farrell’s Ireland got back to its winning ways with a 41-10 win over Japan at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

Nov 8

Ireland Player Ratings vs. Japan: Bench Delivered Knockout Punch

Ireland opened its Autumn Series with a 41-10 victory over Japan, but the final score masked a performance full of structural cracks.

Nov 8

Ireland Rugby vs. Japan Kickoff Time, Lineups

Ireland returns home to Aviva Stadium in Dublin to open its Quilter Nations Series campaign with a clash against Japan on Nov. 8.

Nov 7

All Blacks Defeat Ireland 26-13 At Soldier Field After Early Red-Card Drama

New Zealand powered past Ireland 26-13 in front of a sold-out crowd at Chicago's Soldier Field in a clash that lived up to its heavyweight billing.

Nov 1

Ireland vs. New Zealand Rugby Lineups, Kickoff Time

Ireland and New Zealand are set to clash at Soldier Field in Chicago, promising one of the standout rugby tests of 2025.

Oct 31