Joe Schmidt

News, features, and analysis on former Ireland rugby union head coach and current Australia head coach Joe Schmidt

Gerry Thornley: Joe Schmidt taking Australia job adds intrigue to the Lions tour

Gerry Thornley: Joe Schmidt taking Australia job adds intrigue to the Lions tour

Former Ireland coach had his imprint all over New Zealand’s victory against his former team in the Rugby World Cup

By Gerry ThornleyFri Jan 19 2024 - 15:11

Joe Schmidt confirmed as new head coach of Australia on two-year deal

Joe Schmidt confirmed as new head coach of Australia on two-year deal

The New Zealander will take charge in March and his contract will cover the Test series against the British & Irish Lions in 2025

By John O'SullivanFri Jan 19 2024 - 09:56

Joe Schmidt set to become new head coach of Australia, say reports

Joe Schmidt set to become new head coach of Australia, say reports

Former Ireland coach was assistant to the All Blacks at the last Rugby World Cup

By Johnny WattersonThu Jan 18 2024 - 09:42

Rugby Australia’s pursuit of Joe Schmidt likely to lean heavily on David Nucifora

Rugby Australia’s pursuit of Joe Schmidt likely to lean heavily on David Nucifora

Nucifora will return home to act in an advisory role with RA after his IRFU contract ends

By John O'SullivanFri Dec 22 2023 - 15:02

All Blacks’ loss meets muted response as New Zealand falls out of love with rugby

All Blacks’ loss meets muted response as New Zealand falls out of love with rugby

All Blacks coach Ian Foster says he is keen to continue to work with former Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt

By Gregor PaulSat Nov 04 2023 - 06:00

New Zealand 11 South Africa 12 (FT) Rugby World Cup final as it happened

New Zealand 11 South Africa 12 (FT) Rugby World Cup final as it happened

Video, reaction and analysis as South Africa claim a record fourth World Cup crown

By Nathan JohnsSat Oct 28 2023 - 18:00

Joe Schmidt and Rassie Erasmus add some Irish rugby flavour to the World Cup final

Joe Schmidt and Rassie Erasmus add some Irish rugby flavour to the World Cup final

Rugby World Cup final sees matchup of two coaches with deep links to Irish rugby

By Gerry ThornleySat Oct 28 2023 - 06:00

Garry Ringrose: ‘All hands on deck’ in preparing for New Zealand clash

Garry Ringrose: ‘All hands on deck’ in preparing for New Zealand clash

Ireland centre says mental fitness as important as physical durability given the threat of the Kiwi backline

By John O'SullivanFri Oct 13 2023 - 06:00

View from New Zealand: All Blacks have a deep respect for Ireland – but not a lot of love

View from New Zealand: All Blacks have a deep respect for Ireland – but not a lot of love

New Zealand is a country unsure of where it is going but this weekend, with a general election and a Rugby World Cup clash with Ireland, it hopes for signs of a positive direction of travel

By Gregor PaulThu Oct 12 2023 - 17:11

Joe Schmidt helped Ireland topple the All Blacks, and now he’s helping to build them back up

Joe Schmidt helped Ireland topple the All Blacks, and now he’s helping to build them back up

Ireland's former head coach and now New Zealand’s assistant/attack coach is tasked with undoing the damage to the All Blacks’ psyche

By Gerry ThornleyThu Oct 12 2023 - 06:00

‘He’s an outstanding man’ - Keith Andrews praises Andy Farrell after spending time in Irish rugby camp

‘He’s an outstanding man’ - Keith Andrews praises Andy Farrell after spending time in Irish rugby camp

Ireland assistant manager was invited to observe rugby side’s training during the Grand Slam run

By Gavin CummiskeyWed Oct 11 2023 - 06:00

New Zealand embrace Ian Foster’s message that Saturday’s meeting with Ireland is their ‘final’

New Zealand embrace Ian Foster’s message that Saturday’s meeting with Ireland is their ‘final’

Rugby World Cup quarter-finals: No doubt about the All Blacks’ intent as they look forward to testing Ireland’s mettle in the quarter-final

By Gerry ThornleyTue Oct 10 2023 - 19:07

Gerry Thornley: Paradigm shift shows Ireland are in All Blacks’ heads like never before

Gerry Thornley: Paradigm shift shows Ireland are in All Blacks’ heads like never before

Will there be four European semi-finalists left in the World Cup for the first time ever?

By Gerry ThornleyTue Oct 10 2023 - 06:00

Keith Earls: ‘I don’t think Joe would know anything about this squad’

Keith Earls: ‘I don’t think Joe would know anything about this squad’

Andy Farrell has changed the mood and tone but Joe Schmidt is still in the Irish conversation

By Johnny WattersonTue Oct 10 2023 - 06:00

Ian Madigan on Johnny Sexton: ‘He would never withhold information like other halfbacks might’

Ian Madigan on Johnny Sexton: ‘He would never withhold information like other halfbacks might’

Former Ireland outhalf offers interesting insight into Jack Crowley’s role at this Rugby World Cup

By John O'SullivanSat Sept 30 2023 - 06:00

‘He’s awesome’: How Joe Schmidt is helping the All Blacks target more Rugby World Cup success

‘He’s awesome’: How Joe Schmidt is helping the All Blacks target more Rugby World Cup success

Coach’s tone remains constant, as does the attention to detail, urging players to ‘tighten our shape … we want to be nice and square’

By John O'SullivanTue Sept 26 2023 - 06:00

Gordon D’Arcy: I knew if I’d made the Rugby World Cup squad long before the coach’s number flashed up

Gordon D’Arcy: I knew if I’d made the Rugby World Cup squad long before the coach’s number flashed up

I can vividly recall that chat with Joe Schmidt in 2015, he tried to find the words to let me down gently

By Gordon D'ArcyWed Aug 30 2023 - 05:00

Joe Schmidt takes up full-time assistant role with the All Blacks

Joe Schmidt takes up full-time assistant role with the All Blacks

Under-fire New Zealand head coach Ian Foster has ‘absolute confidence’ of board

Wed Aug 17 2022 - 11:16

New Zealand rugby: Ian Foster survives fallout in wake of Ireland series defeat

New Zealand rugby: Ian Foster survives fallout in wake of Ireland series defeat

All Blacks coach promises change ahead of two Rugby Championship tests against South Africa

Fri Jul 22 2022 - 07:16

Ireland to face formidable All Blacks challenge; Kilkenny embrace underdogs role

Ireland to face formidable All Blacks challenge; Kilkenny embrace underdogs role

The Morning Sports Briefing: Keep ahead of the game with ‘The Irish Times’ sports team

By David GormanFri Jul 01 2022 - 07:05

‘He’s not playing! He’s not taking the field is he?’ - Andy Farrell on Joe Schmidt’s involvement with All Blacks

‘He’s not playing! He’s not taking the field is he?’ - Andy Farrell on Joe Schmidt’s involvement with All Blacks

‘I’ve been an assistant coach myself, you assist and you follow the head coach’s rules so that’s the way of the world’

By Gerry ThornleyWed Jun 29 2022 - 05:00

Maori All Blacks vs Ireland: Bundee Aki named captain as knee injury ends Iain Henderson’s tour

Maori All Blacks vs Ireland: Bundee Aki named captain as knee injury ends Iain Henderson’s tour

All of Ireland’s uncapped players start on Wednesday morning; Will Jordan added to list of All Blacks’ Covid absentees

By Gerry ThornleyTue Jun 28 2022 - 06:35

Covid strikes Ireland’s tour of New Zealand; Reaction to ugly All-Ireland brawl

Covid strikes Ireland’s tour of New Zealand; Reaction to ugly All-Ireland brawl

The Morning Sports Briefing: Keep ahead of the game with ‘The Irish Times’ sports team

Mon Jun 27 2022 - 07:30

Joe Schmidt drafted in to help Covid-ravaged All Blacks

Joe Schmidt drafted in to help Covid-ravaged All Blacks

Both coaches and players test positive ahead of first test as Maori All Blacks name squad for Wednesday

By Gerry ThornleyMon Jun 27 2022 - 06:45

Gordon D’Arcy: Leinster now shooting for a fifth star

Gordon D’Arcy: Leinster now shooting for a fifth star

Having come tantalisingly close in recent years, this Leinster group has what it takes

By Gordon D'ArcyWed May 18 2022 - 06:00

Familiar foes Leinster and Toulouse to produce another European spectacle

Familiar foes Leinster and Toulouse to produce another European spectacle

Sides meet for fourth time in semis, with Leinster the only non-French side left in cup

By Johnny WattersonSat May 14 2022 - 06:00

Johnny Sexton confident Triple Crown win is a stepping stone to greater prizes

Johnny Sexton confident Triple Crown win is a stepping stone to greater prizes

‘I wanted us to have something to show for all our hard work over the last few weeks’

Sat Mar 19 2022 - 22:34

Eddie Jones bombards Ireland with kindness ahead of Twickenham showdown

Eddie Jones bombards Ireland with kindness ahead of Twickenham showdown

‘They are literally, and I say that without any hesitation, the most cohesive side’

By Gerry ThornleyMon Mar 07 2022 - 22:00

Mark Sexton continuing to soak up rugby knowledge from family and further afield

Mark Sexton continuing to soak up rugby knowledge from family and further afield

‘If you’re not taking stuff off the best coaches in the world then you are going to be in trouble’

By John O'SullivanMon Mar 07 2022 - 06:00

Gordon D’Arcy: It is a fair question to ask now if rugby in Italy is sustainable

Gordon D’Arcy: It is a fair question to ask now if rugby in Italy is sustainable

Italy’s presence should not be guaranteed if they cannot be competitive

By Gordon D'ArcyWed Mar 02 2022 - 06:00

Tight margins as fired-up France withstand plucky Ireland performance

Tight margins as fired-up France withstand plucky Ireland performance

Battling second-half comeback comes up just short in Stade de France cauldron

By Gerry ThornleyMon Feb 14 2022 - 06:00

Ireland struggle to match France’s physicality in valiant defeat

Ireland struggle to match France’s physicality in valiant defeat

Learning to live with the bully boys will be the acid test for Andy Farrell’s side

By Johnny WattersonMon Feb 14 2022 - 06:00

France v Ireland: French X-factor to be crucial in game of the tournament

France v Ireland: French X-factor to be crucial in game of the tournament

Difficult to look past French flair and power not to mention a raucous home Parisian crowd

By Gerry ThornleySat Feb 12 2022 - 08:28

Six Nations: Fortune will favour the brave – and cautious – in Paris

Six Nations: Fortune will favour the brave – and cautious – in Paris

Ireland plan to ‘go after’ France, says James Ryan, but will avoid ‘PlayStation rugby’

By Johnny WattersonWed Feb 09 2022 - 06:00

Six Nations: Andy Farrell finding treasure in pool of uncapped Irish talent

Six Nations: Andy Farrell finding treasure in pool of uncapped Irish talent

Irish coach’s promise to bring emerging players into the squad yielding rewards

By Johnny WattersonMon Feb 07 2022 - 06:00

Andy Farrell admits Aviva full house ‘makes us tick’ ahead of Wales opener

Andy Farrell admits Aviva full house ‘makes us tick’ ahead of Wales opener

Head coach named strong side for Six Nations opener against defending champions

By Gerry ThornleyFri Feb 04 2022 - 08:08

Kieran Treadwell keen to make the most of his ‘second chance’ with Ireland

Kieran Treadwell keen to make the most of his ‘second chance’ with Ireland

Ulster forward included in Farrell’s Six Nations squad after making three caps in 2017

By Gerry ThornleyMon Jan 31 2022 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley: Munster still have the belief they can change the narrative

Gerry Thornley: Munster still have the belief they can change the narrative

Van Graan is leaving, their games are a hard watch, but they’re still in an enviable position

By Gerry ThornleySat Jan 22 2022 - 10:30

Leinster determined to set the record straight at Montpellier’s expense

Leinster determined to set the record straight at Montpellier’s expense

Cullen’s side will be highly motivated by controversial walkover which still rankles

By Gerry ThornleyFri Jan 14 2022 - 20:45

Rob Kearney interview: ‘There’s no bitterness leaving rugby. It’s been so good to me’

Rob Kearney interview: ‘There’s no bitterness leaving rugby. It’s been so good to me’

Ireland’s most decorated player will play final game of his career, lining up as Barbarian

By Gerry ThornleySat Nov 27 2021 - 06:00

Gerry Thornley: New Test eligibility rules a boost for Pacific Island sides

Gerry Thornley: New Test eligibility rules a boost for Pacific Island sides

The likes of Piutau could feature at the next World Cup with nations of their heritage

By Gerry ThornleyWed Nov 24 2021 - 19:53

Gerry Thornley: Andy Farrell building something special on Joe Schmidt’s Ireland foundations

Gerry Thornley: Andy Farrell building something special on Joe Schmidt’s Ireland foundations

Ireland coach has created an environment where players will go that extra bit further

By Gerry ThornleyTue Nov 23 2021 - 06:34

John Plumtree says All Blacks will channel ‘hurt and anger’ into France game

John Plumtree says All Blacks will channel ‘hurt and anger’ into France game

New Zealand coaches scale back training by ‘10 to 15 per cent’ after toll of effort against Ireland

By Gerry ThornleyTue Nov 16 2021 - 20:47

Gerry Thornley: Beating-the-All-Blacks feeling can never be taken for granted

Gerry Thornley: Beating-the-All-Blacks feeling can never be taken for granted

When they next meet in Auckland, Ireland will be the ones on a gruelling tour schedule

By Gerry ThornleyTue Nov 16 2021 - 06:00

Ireland and All Blacks now one of rugby’s premier rivalries

Ireland and All Blacks now one of rugby’s premier rivalries

Altogether more difficult challenge awaits Ireland ahead of three-match tour in 2022

By Gerry ThornleyMon Nov 15 2021 - 01:00

Gerry Thornley: This is Andy Farrell’s Ireland now - he’s on to something special

Gerry Thornley: This is Andy Farrell’s Ireland now - he’s on to something special

Following Joe Schmidt a tough act but he has stealthily rebuilt an attacking, vibrant side

By Gerry ThornleySun Nov 14 2021 - 19:06

View from the New Zealand press: Final whistle ‘was almost merciful’

View from the New Zealand press: Final whistle ‘was almost merciful’

New Zealand writers react to the All Blacks’ second straight defeat in Dublin

By Nathan JohnsSun Nov 14 2021 - 11:23

Autumn Tests - Ireland v All Blacks: Kick-off time, TV details, teams, tickets and more

Autumn Tests - Ireland v All Blacks: Kick-off time, TV details, teams, tickets and more

Farrell’s side welcome mighty New Zealand to Dublin for the headline November Test

By Patrick MaddenThu Nov 11 2021 - 09:28

Five of the best: Centurion Johnny Sexton’s best Ireland games in the eyes of his peers

Five of the best: Centurion Johnny Sexton’s best Ireland games in the eyes of his peers

Brian O’Driscoll, Rob Kearney and Joe Schmidt recall Sexton’s best days in green

By Gerry ThornleySat Nov 06 2021 - 06:00

Ireland v Japan: Landmark day in store for Sexton and co

Ireland v Japan: Landmark day in store for Sexton and co

Ireland will have to stay organised to counter Japan’s improved attack and set-piece

By Gerry ThornleyFri Nov 05 2021 - 21:00

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