Rugby

Yesterday

13th February 2026

Off the Mark

Ireland dig deep against Italy to earn first win of 2026 U20 Six Nations

2 hrs ago

13

Test

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How closely have you been paying attention to the sporting headlines?

7 hrs ago

3

not impressed

Jim Ratcliffe comments on immigration ‘ridiculous’ – Maro Itoje

9 hrs ago

12

Boost

Connacht pair sign new contracts

9 hrs ago

7

PodcastThe 42 Rugby Weekly

Ireland-Italy preview

rallying call

Doris: Ireland 'can't have any passengers' against Italy

11 hrs ago

5

opportunity knocks

Cracknell earns Six Nations debut as Wales make changes for France

14 hrs ago

5

point to prove

'When any team tries to evolve, there's obviously teething problems'

17 hrs ago

13

column

Some friendly advice for Rugby Country from your long-suffering football cousins

Rugby analysis is suddenly veering into existential debates about structures and pathways that are usually the staple of the football fan.

Gavin Cooney

17 hrs ago

8

trajectory

'You have to go through a bit of pain with every generation'

18 hrs ago

14

Update

Baird's season likely over, Keenan unlikely to return in Six Nations

18 hrs ago

8

Thursday

12th February 2026

AnalysisPhysicality

Ireland's collision-winning has to improve after concerning trends

Fresh faces like Cormac Izuchukwu and Edwin Edogbo will look to add power.

Murray Kinsella

12 Feb

6

response

'A few doors left open' fed into Andy Farrell's changes for Italy

12 Feb

24

Selection

Lorenzo Pani to make first Italy start in almost two years against Ireland

12 Feb

6

refresh

Farrell makes six changes for Ireland's clash with Italy

Edwin Edogbo is set for his Ireland debut off the bench in Dublin.

Murray Kinsella

12 Feb

154

new bleu

France pick uncapped Brau-Boirie at centre to face Wales

12 Feb

9

Big Joe

Wanting more carries, a penalty under the posts, and maul defence

12 Feb

9

Wednesday

11th February 2026

PodcastThe 42 Rugby Weekly

Stuart Lancaster interview

Possible XV

Izuchukwu and Baloucoune set to start for Ireland against Italy

Craig Casey is in line for a chance in the number nine shirt this weekend.

Murray Kinsella

11 Feb

60

Team news

Ireland U20s make three changes as they look to get back on track against Italy

11 Feb

8

Rugby

Ulster sign Irish-qualified teenagers from Australia and South Africa for their academy

11 Feb

9

Bryn Ward

'A year ago I was playing AIL, now I’m going to hit a few putts with Josh van der Flier'

11 Feb

10

Six Nations

'To say we're on the decline is a bit disingenuous'

11 Feb

38

This week

8th February 2026 - 14th February 2026

Team news

Itoje returns to captain England for Scotland Six Nations clash

10 Feb

3

Review

'There's still frustration' – Ireland begin to turn page on Paris pain

The Irish camp may have over-focused on tactical work rather than the mindset needed to be physical.

Murray Kinsella

10 Feb

24

impetus

Debuts for Edogbo and Ward could add some pop for Ireland

9 Feb

37

Depleted

'Ireland have never and will never cope with that amount of talent taken out of their team'

9 Feb

21

Update

Ireland call up 21-year-old Ward as Furlong returns for Italy clash

9 Feb

12

PodcastRugby Weekly Extra

Paris post-mortem, dual playmakers, and finding a way forward tactically/strategically

family first

Italy without key man Brex for Dublin clash against Ireland

9 Feb

2

Blow

England's Feyi-Waboso could miss entire Six Nations

9 Feb

2

Switch

Wallaby winger Nawaqanitawase returns to union with move to Japan

9 Feb

10

bench

'We had a great impact' - Milne proud to step up for Ireland

9 Feb

19

Analysisaerial battle

Ireland kept kicking the ball up in the air. But they kept losing the contests

Andy Farrell’s side got little success from a kicking game that lacked variety.

Murray Kinsella

8 Feb

45

Last week

1st February 2026 - 14th February 2026

Disappointment

Ireland U20s well beaten by France in Six Nations opener

7 Feb

35

easy

England thrash Wales in opener as Henry Arundell runs riot

7 Feb

25

Under Pressure

Gregor Townsend dismisses talk of stepping down after Scotland’s defeat to Italy

7 Feb

12

Mixed Fortunes

Italy beat Scotland in rain-soaked Rome

7 Feb

38

decisions decisions

Six Nations schedule leaves Ireland facing interesting selection calls for Italy

7 Feb

44

What's Next?

Grim nights for Irish rugby but Farrell has to rally his men after Paris

7 Feb

31

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