Person: Ian Foster

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Ronan O'Gara: The golden qualities of a proper leader and captain

Sam Cane is the newly appointed New Zealand captain. All Blacks coach Ian Foster named the Waikato Chief last week as the man to lead his group through to the 2023 World Cup in France.

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Foster’s appointment at All Blacks was universally expected but not universally accepted

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Ronan O'Gara: Razor didn’t fall short at all in All Blacks bid

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Ian Foster appointed new All Blacks head coach

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Schmidt says Nacewa texted to clarify comments about 'conservative approach'

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'Joe has made his position very clear': Schmidt rules himself out of New Zealand job

Around the World Cup (Day 33)

Your round-up of all the #RWC2019 news and more

Sun, 20 Oct, 2019

Personnel may have changed but potency remains

Joe Schmidt wasn’t having any of Steve Hansen’s mind games after Ireland saw off the All Blacks last November.

Sat, 19 Oct, 2019

All Blacks a very different proposition to last November

Joe Schmidt wasn't having any of Steve Hansen's mind games after Ireland saw off the All Blacks last November.

Fri, 18 Oct, 2019

Enemies tomorrow but coaching staff are kindred spirits

They may be trying to end each other’s World Cups tomorrow but both Steve Hansen and Joe Schmidt have revealed the camaraderie that exists between the New Zealand and Ireland coaching staffs ahead of their quarter-final at Tokyo Stadium.

Fri, 18 Oct, 2019

Schmidt believes Ireland’s strengths are no longer surprise to New Zealand

Joe Schmidt admits Ireland’s maiden two victories over New Zealand have denied his side the element of surprise in Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final.

Thu, 17 Oct, 2019

‘Smart’ Ireland huge challenge to All Blacks, says Foster

No one could know it at the time but Ireland’s relationship with the All Blacks changed irrevocably in November of 2013.

Tue, 15 Oct, 2019

All Blacks: Sexton and Ireland present huge challenge

No-one could know it at the time but Ireland's relationship with the All Blacks changed irrevocably in November of 2013.

Tue, 15 Oct, 2019

Samoa won’t temper aggression but this time it’s not personal

England’s World Cup bid was just minutes old when Billy Vunipola launched himself into contact off the back of a lineout and Tonga’s Zane Kapeli floored him with a tackle that landed the big No 8 flat on his arse.

Thu, 10 Oct, 2019

Eye on New Zealand: World Cup crazy doesn't faze the All Blacks these days

TOKYO — The funny thing about World Cups is that they help the All Blacks find their inner Zen.

Sat, 21 Sep, 2019

Joe Schmidt turned down All Blacks' approach last year

The Irish boss rejected an offer to join Steve Hansen's backroom staff.

Wed, 12 Dec, 2018

'All Blacks bombshell': Joe Schmidt's 'shock announcement' makes big news in New Zealand

Joe Schmidt's departure as Ireland head coach after the 2019 Rugby World Cup has also made big news in New Zealand.

Mon, 26 Nov, 2018

Tuilagi return settling England, says Youngs

Manu Tuilagi’s imminent England comeback in time to face New Zealand at Twickenham has had a calming effect on Eddie Jones’ underdogs, according to Ben Youngs.

Wed, 07 Nov, 2018

All Blacks bank on younger Barrett brother

Jordie Barrett will make his first New Zealand start in Saturday’s Test series decider against the British and Irish Lions.

Thu, 06 Jul, 2017

Warren Gatland cartoon clown gag leaves red faces all around

There is a song by the Kinks called Death of a Clown, which seems rather apt in the wake of a New Zealand newspaper’s caricature of the head coach of the British & Irish Lions with white paint and a red nose.

Wed, 28 Jun, 2017

Lions boss Warren Gatland caricatured by New Zealand newspaper again

New Zealand assistant coach Ian Foster says he would not like to be a victim of the newspaper clown treatment given to British and Irish Lions boss Warren Gatland.

Tue, 27 Jun, 2017

New Zealand v France - 2015 Rugby World Cup Quarter-Final

All Blacks Jerome Kaino denies deliberate attempt to injure Lion's player Conor Murray

All Blacks flanker Jerome Kaino has insisted he had no intention going out to injure Conor Murray during last Saturday's first Test against the British and Irish Lions.

Tue, 27 Jun, 2017

All Blacks ready to rumble and make amends despite the horror of tremors back home

The old cliché that real life tragedy puts sport in perspective has merit and All Blacks Ben Smith and Ryan Crotty were understandably espousing that message yesterday.

Tue, 15 Nov, 2016

Ian Foster: Chicago clash ‘pivotal’ to All Blacks’ tour progess

The All Blacks’ injury crisis at lock was compounded yesterday when Luke Romano was forced to return to New Zealand because of a family bereavement.

Wed, 02 Nov, 2016

Concussion forces Connacht's Nathan White to retire

Connacht and Ireland Prop Nathan White has been forced to retire.

Wed, 28 Sep, 2016

All Blacks determined to create more history

The All Blacks’ ability to seal the Rugby Championship with two rounds remaining highlighted the burgeoning gap between the world champions and the rest of the sides, though the team were not prepared to let their final games become footnotes.

Mon, 19 Sep, 2016

Steve Hansen: Last-gasp Dublin win cemented our self-belief

Just to compound northern hemisphere misery after their quarter-final wipeout, New Zealand and South Africa pitched up in their backyard at Twickenham and showed them the level at which a Six Nations match in the rain can really be played.

Mon, 26 Oct, 2015

Dan Carter puts ghosts aside to face ‘final’ with France

Dan Carter had hardly taken his seat for New Zealand’s press conference at the University of Swansea yesterday when he was whisked back to the Millennium Stadium in 2007 when France overcame the All Blacks.

Tue, 13 Oct, 2015

Joy for Williams as wife gives birth to another baby Black

Sonny Bill Williams missed All Blacks training to witness, from afar, the proudest moment of his life.

Thu, 20 Nov, 2014

Penney: Passion a key tool for Ireland

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Fri, 22 Nov, 2013

McCaw: No pressure on All Blacks to cap a perfect year

Richie McCaw claims there is no added pressure this week to go out on Sunday and cap off the perfect year against Ireland.

Thu, 21 Nov, 2013

Foster warns All Blacks are planning ‘great’ performance

Whatever the result in the Aviva Stadium on Sunday, history will be made.

Wed, 20 Nov, 2013

Foster: 'no room for complacency' as All Blacks come to Ireland

New Zealand's assistant coach Ian Foster says he and the squad are determined to finish their season on a high.

Tue, 19 Nov, 2013

Seven new caps in All Blacks squad to face Ireland

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen has drafted in seven new caps for the forthcoming Steinlager Series of three Test matches against Ireland.

Sun, 03 Jun, 2012

Kidney: Kiwi tour crucial but ‘a bit sadistic’

Declan Kidney admitted the challenge of facing New Zealand next month “is a bit sadistic but you couldn’t wish for anything else.”

Tue, 22 May, 2012

All Blacks name provisional squad for Irish Tests

New Zealand have announced a 35-player squad to attend two training camps ahead of the three-Test Series against Ireland in June.

Mon, 14 May, 2012

Staunton Dundalk bound?

STEVE STAUNTON is in the running to become the new boss at Premier Division Dundalk.

Mon, 19 Dec, 2011

Henry backing Hansen to take New Zealand reins

DEPARTING All Blacks coach Graham Henry has argued for continuity in New Zealand rugby, nominating his assistant Steve Hansen as the next man for the job.

Wed, 02 Nov, 2011

Gaynor absent for final Louth derby of the season

The final Louth derby of the season takes place tonight as Dundalk and Drogheda United go head to head at Oriel Park, kick-off 7.45pm.

Fri, 21 Oct, 2011

Seven missing for Dundalk

Dundalk v Derry City

Sat, 08 Oct, 2011

Students discover the winning habit

FRESH from Monday’s impressive display in beating Bohemians, UCD oozed confidence as they equalled their biggest win of the season.

Sat, 01 Oct, 2011

Saints travel to Dundalk with injuries

St Patrick's Athletic will be looking to stay in touch at the top of the table when they visit Dundalk at Oriel Park tonight, kick-off 7.45pm.

Fri, 23 Sep, 2011

No way through for Dundalk

DUNDALK and Bohemians will have to meet again next Tuesday to decide who advances to the last four of the FAI Ford Cup after playing out a stalemate at Oriel Park last night.

Sat, 17 Sep, 2011

Price comes back for Bohs' trip to Dundalk

Dundalk and Bohemians go head to head in tonight’s FAI Ford Cup semi-final at Oriel Park, kick-off 7.45pm.

Fri, 16 Sep, 2011

Rogers back for Drogheda United

Drogheda United take on rivals Dundalk in the fourth round of the FAI Ford Cup at Hunky Dorys Park tonight (kick-off 7.45pm).

Fri, 26 Aug, 2011

Dundalk’s Euro hopes dented

DUNDALK’S hopes of a late push to secure European football for next season were dealt a major blow at home to Bray Wanderers last night after the Louth men were held to their 10th draw of the season.

Sat, 20 Aug, 2011

Osborne and McDonnell missing for Dundalk

Dundalk will be looking to maintain their recent unbeaten run of form when they take on Bray Wanderers at Oriel Park tonight, kick-off 7.45pm.

Fri, 19 Aug, 2011

Drogs duo missing for Louth derby

Drogheda United and Dundalk go head to head in tonight’s Louth derby at Hunky Dorys Park, kick-off 7.45pm.

Fri, 12 Aug, 2011

Rovers and Pat’s turn focus to league after Euro exits

THE task for both Sligo Rovers and St Patrick’s Athletic tomorrow will be to recover from European hangovers, as the two clubs resume action in the Airtricity League Premier Division.

Sat, 06 Aug, 2011

Derry face Dundalk with doubts over two players

Derry City can go top of the table with victory over Dundalk at the Brandywell tonight, kick-off 7.45pm.

Fri, 22 Jul, 2011