Latest: Ulster appoint 'number one candidate' Dan McFarland as head coach

Ulster have confirmed the appointment of Dan McFarland as their new head coach.

Latest: Ulster appoint 'number one candidate' Dan McFarland as head coach
Mon, 30 Apr, 2018 - 16:06

Update 3.06pm: Ulster have confirmed the appointment of Dan McFarland as their new head coach.

The Englishman has signed a three-year contract with the province to succeed Jono Gibbes.

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