# Ireland U20

Yesterday

21st March 2023

# The Possibilities

The future of rugby bursting with potential after Ireland U20's back-to-back Grand Slam glory

Richie Murphy’s side is packed with talent that could make the breakthrough with the Ireland senior team.

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Tue 11:00 AM

This week

19th March 2023 - 22nd March 2023

# Green shoots

'Lads were singing in the room' - Ireland U20s drew inspiration from senior Grand Slam success

This was an incredible weekend for Irish rugby.

19.1k

Sun 8:30 PM

This month

March 2023

# Devour

Ireland close in on U20 Grand Slam defence after 75-point demolition of Scotland

Richie Murphy’s side finished with 12 tries in a one-sided display of ruthless power.

23.3k

Mar 10th 2023, 9:29 PM

# The Starters

Three changes included in Ireland U20 side to face Scotland

Andrew Osborne, brother of Ireland senior international Jamie, comes in to make his debut.

10.9k

Mar 8th 2023, 5:28 PM

Last month

February 2023

# Thriller

Heroic Prendergast kicks Ireland to epic win over France as U20 Six Nations defence rolls on

The sides squared off at Musgrave Park this evening.

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Feb 10th 2023, 10:01 PM

Last year

2022

# U20s

'Sam decided he wanted it' - Murphy lauds Prendergast's winning kick

The Ireland U20s out-half kicked a long-range penalty to help his side past England.

8.5k

Jul 6th 2022, 7:36 AM

All time

# Report

Ireland U20s overturn half-time deficit to beat Munster Development XV

Richie Murphy’s side came from behind thanks to second-half Fionn Gibbons and Lorcan McLoughlin tries.

14.0k

Dec 30th 2021, 6:42 PM

# Kicking On

Richie Murphy appointed Ireland U20 head coach

He succeeds Kieran Campbell but will also remain involved with Andy Farrell’s senior set-up.

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Mar 29th 2021, 2:30 PM

# new chapter

Ireland U20 Head Coach to depart role at end of the season

The IRFU has announced that Kieran Campbell is set to ‘take up a new challenge.’

8.8k

Mar 23rd 2021, 3:45 PM

# Prospect

Connacht's 21-year-old scrum-half Colm Reilly impresses in Italy

Head coach Andy Friend is pleased to see some young players coming through.

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Nov 25th 2020, 6:00 AM

# Cover

Leinster sub-academy scrum-half Murphy set to join Munster on a short-term basis

With Conor Murray away and Neil Cronin injured, the 19-year-old adds another option at nine.

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Oct 23rd 2020, 12:15 PM

# Prospects

Ireland U20 internationals Ward and Booth among Connacht's academy intake

The western province have brought eight new players on board.

7.8k

Jun 11th 2020, 4:08 PM

# Snapped Up

Ireland U20 centre Kelly signs with Leicester Tigers

The 18-year-old has played in a powerful Ireland U20 midfield alongside Hayden Hyde this year.

15.0k

Apr 10th 2020, 3:36 PM

# hotshot

The emerging stars of the 2019/20 season: Niall Murray

The 20-year-old second row has featured for Connacht in the Pro14 and Champions Cup.

10.7k

Apr 9th 2020, 1:04 PM

# Irish Abroad

'I've seen plenty of guys being spat out of the game because of that'

Former Ulster and Ireland U20s hooker Niall Annett is now well settled with Worcester Warriors.

14.8k

Apr 2nd 2020, 8:30 PM

# raw talent

U20 centre Dan Kelly well-equipped for whirlwind rise

The 18-year-old had pedigree in football, golf and rugby league before joining Noel McNamara’s squad for the Six Nations.

10.1k

Mar 7th 2020, 6:00 AM

# young fresh and new

Another title within reach for McNamara's magnificent U20s

Triple Crown last night, Ireland U20s can add the Championship and Grand Slam if they sustain their winning run.

8.3k

Feb 22nd 2020, 3:55 AM

# 6 Nations

Exhilarating Ireland U20s tear into England for bonus point win

Noel McNamara’s were in sublime form as they scored six tries in Northampton.

62.2k

Feb 21st 2020, 9:50 PM

# friday night rugby

Speedster Smith and Ireland U20 ready to move through the gears against Wales

After scoring six tries on opening night, Ireland are keen to deliver a sustained threat through the 80 minutes.

6.0k

Feb 7th 2020, 6:30 AM

# U20 RUGBY

AIL influence serves Ireland U20s well as McNamara looks for more

“Without it, the 20s would be in serious strife”

6.1k

Feb 3rd 2020, 6:45 AM

# Irish Abroad

'I'd look at Tadhg Beirne and think, 'There's someone I'd love to replicate''

Former Munster scrum-half John Poland is now with the New England Free Jacks in the US.

12.3k

Feb 1st 2020, 8:30 AM

# Room to improve

McNamara eyes areas Crowley can 'tighten up' after show-stopping try

The out-half’s try was a ‘killer’ for Scotland on the stroke of half-time.

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Feb 1st 2020, 2:26 AM

# Teenage Kicks

Ulsterman McCann ready to lead Ireland U20 with a little help from his friends

The 19-year-old carries experience of last year’s Grand Slam and World Cup campaign in among a new crop of talent.

5.4k

Jan 22nd 2020, 6:30 AM

# 2020 20s

Ulster's McCann named captain as McNamara unveils 37-strong Ireland U20 squad

Leinster prop Tom Clarkson will be vice-captain and one of seven men who helped seal a Grand Slam last year.

9.6k

Jan 20th 2020, 1:14 PM

# Green shoots

Brilliant and bloody-minded U20s deliver wealth of promise

Noel McNamara’s men were more than boys of summer.

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Jun 23rd 2019, 8:43 AM

# U20 World Cup

Early black-out proves costly as Ireland U20 fall to New Zealand

Ryan Baird’s try was the stand-out moment as Ireland had to battle from 26 down against New Zealand.

14.8k

Jun 22nd 2019, 8:06 PM

# U20 RUGBY

England U20 centre given six-week ban for biting Ireland's Dylan Tierney-Martin

Meanwhile, New Zealand will be without one hard-hitting back row for Saturday’s clash with Ireland.

10.6k

Jun 20th 2019, 3:02 PM

# Never Say Die

Immense Ireland U20 comeback effort falls just short against England

New Zealand await Ireland after a last-gasp try swung the match England’s way.

20.8k

Jun 17th 2019, 10:24 PM

# U20 World Cup

Ireland U20s patched up and pushing for semi-final place

A big bonus point win over Italy would keep semi-final hopes alive, but the Azzurrini will not be easily swatted aside.

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Jun 12th 2019, 7:00 AM

# U20 World Cup

Hodnett and Moore fly home as Baird gets back in much-changed Ireland U20 side to face Italy

Liam Turner captains a depleted Ireland side as they aim to give themselves a chance at reaching the World Cup semi-finals.

9.5k

Jun 11th 2019, 2:36 PM

# cleared

Boost for Ireland as Baird free to face Italy in U20 World Championship showdown

The Leinster second row appeared before a disciplinary committee yesterday after seeing red for a high tackle.

9.3k

Jun 11th 2019, 8:19 AM

AS IT HAPPENED

Ireland v Australia, World Rugby U20 Championship

We’re going minute-by-minute as Ireland aim to build on their brilliant opening day win over England.

83.6k

Jun 8th 2019, 1:30 PM

# U20 World Cup

Impressive Australia offer Ireland U20 another chance to flex

Both sides have retained most of their starters after excellent wins on day one.

13.3k

Jun 8th 2019, 8:30 AM

# injury toll

Sean French ruled out of rest of U20 World Cup as Ireland hold firm for Australia clash

Fullback Iwan Hughes will also head for home as Leinster duo Max O’Reilly and Aaron O’Sullivan are called to Argentina.

15.5k

Jun 7th 2019, 1:15 PM

# Young Guns

Flying Fijians, excellent England and the best tries from the U20 World Cup

There were no shortage of tries to pick from in the opening round of the U20 Championship.

16.1k

Jun 6th 2019, 12:20 PM

# adapt to survive

Hodnett shines as Ireland U20 again show off invaluable flexibility

Noel McNamara’s men continually find a way to tilt ties in their direction.

12.5k

Jun 4th 2019, 11:48 PM

# Up and Running

Ireland hit England for six to grab sensational victory in U20 World Cup opener

David McCann, Jake Flannery, Stewart Moore, Ben Healy and John Hodnett all crossed as Ireland secured another impressive win over England.

63.8k

Jun 4th 2019, 9:39 PM

# U20 World Cup

Louth native McDonald helps Australia U20s to thumping win over Italy

The Western Australia scrum-half will face the country of his birth next up on Saturday.

7.9k

Jun 4th 2019, 5:03 PM

# boys of summer

'Eight as one': Ireland pack braced for U20 World Cup opener against England

Noel McNamara’s men have left the Grand Slam behind them as they travelled to Argentina.

8.5k

Jun 4th 2019, 10:03 AM

# And The Team Is...

Academy trio set for Ireland U20 debuts in World Championship opener against England

Noel McNamara’s side will play their first Pool B game on Tuesday.

12.3k

Jun 3rd 2019, 5:31 PM