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# Josh Van der Flier

This month
March 2024
Ireland had a bad day, England a good one. It will be telling to see how both react
Andy Farrell’s side struggled to get their game going under intense pressure at Twickenham.
Last month
February 2024
Ireland have plenty more in the tank as attention turns to Twickenham
'It's almost like the World Cup was a stepping stone to keep going, keep improving'
Last year
2023
'He really inspires you' - Nienaber striking right notes with Leinster squad
The South African coach has quickly impressed at his new club.
Leinster relieved to overcome 'sluggish' start against Sale
Van der Flier excited to form part of Nienaber's 'edge-of-your-seat' defence at Leinster
'The hardest part for me is seeing Johnny finishing up' - Van der Flier on Ireland heartache
VDF's presentation, POC's words, and openside traits drive Doris
'It gives you a bit of confidence that I can play well at this level'
'Everything he does is about the team' - Praise for Earls ahead of 100th Ireland cap
Home advantage is 'dream situation' for Leinster - Van der Flier
'It's an unbelievable feeling, just so much pride to play for this country'
'They've taken me training since I was five... it’s nice to have them there'
'He's goal-kicking this weekend' - Van der Flier set to hit 50 mark
'When I was in the academy, I was given out to for doing hooker throws'
'We need to improve all the time' - Scrum and maul high on Leinster's agenda
All time
'I bring my passion for sport and connect that with my passion for God'
Mr Reliable: Why Josh van der Flier won World Player of the Year
'He's taken it to the next level' - Leinster praise for world's best JVDF
'Two years ago, I wasn't getting picked for some Irish games' - World POTY van der Flier
World Player of the Year nominee Josh van der Flier continues to grow as a leader for Ireland
Henshaw and Carbery ruled out of Ireland's clash with Wallabies
'If you're at the top, everyone wants to knock you down' - Van der Flier
Tadhg Beirne went to a phenomenal place to help Ireland seal the series
Leinster's Josh van der Flier wins European rugby player of the year award
Leinster trio make shortlist for European player of the year
'He has been brilliant' - VDF hails the impact of Denis Leamy in Leinster
'We needed to be a lot more clinical' - Van der Flier acknowledges room for improvement
Josh van der Flier signs new contract with Leinster
'My grandfather used to cycle from Waterford to Kilkenny to play rugby - it is in the blood'
Dakuwaqa gets three-week suspension for his reckless tackle on Van der Flier
Van der Flier continues to shine in Leinster's all-action back row
How Josh van der Flier became a more explosive ball-carrier
Doris and van der Flier complete outstanding autumn series for Ireland
Lowe's tackle, Ringrose and Conway's save, and Gibson-Park's rescues
Hard work paying off as Josh van der Flier grows as an attacking option
The making of Josh van der Flier, the newest member of Leinster's 100 club
'He was exceptionally good and picked up where he left off'
'I'm definitely aware that I need to take every chance I get' - Van der Flier
Van der Flier outstanding for Ireland after missing out on Lions call-up