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Ireland in talks for Chicago return

Two years removed from their groundbreaking 40-29 victory over the All Blacks, the Irish are poised to return to the Windy City, where they dye the Chicago river green for St. Patrick’s day and – as recently as 2012 – house about 39,000 Irish-Americans.

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Reports out of Ireland say the Six Nations champions look set to return to Chicago’s Soldier Field where their historic defeat of New Zealand took place in 2016.

According to The Irish Independent, talks over Ireland’s extra end-of-year fixture are at an advanced stage, with Italy emerging as a potential opponent.

A repeat fixture against the All Blacks in Chicago is not possible due a scheduling conflict, but Ireland will take on the New Zealand side in Dublin on November 17.

For now, Ireland’s focus rests on their upcoming clash with England on Saturday. Head coach Joe Schmidt has the chance to earn his first Grand Slam with a victory after securing his third Six Nations title last weekend.

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SadersMan 9 minutes ago
‘Right a few wrongs’: Ex-Wales flyer’s message of intent with Crusaders

After you. And yes, that's exactly what Penney should do. Stat!! Unfortunately he has one year left on his contract.


Penney's Super Rugby win record was a low 23% before we signed him on. At the top was Razor at 84%. And true to form, Penney took us from a 7-peat to not even making the play-offs in ONE season. No excuses. LOSER. Thank God his contract is up next year. And hopefully Rangi might wanna throw his hat in for the job.


In the meantime, hopefully we can crack the top 6 this year in spite of Penney!??!

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JW 15 minutes ago
All Blacks player ratings vs Italy | Autumn Nations Series

"exceptional as usual" haha I'll take that to mean he kicked how he 'usually' kicked?


Why was Dmac rated a 6, did he not actually do any better or did he come on at fb or something?

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Kia koe 18 minutes ago
All Blacks player ratings vs Italy | Autumn Nations Series

Italians defended well. Luckily the scrums went well for the ABs.

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JW 25 minutes ago
Five changes for the All Blacks, including the return of Sam Cane

You were 'valuing' the players by you saying "they are not greats" though, I was pointing out another reason why they are greats, inside the team I mean (which is more important to selections on the pitch stuff).


Someone like TJ would be bitterly disappointed he didn't play on this end of year tour. He is still good enough to come on in that France game and ensure the team get the victory (with regards to how well Ratima had been playing). At the very least this is a 'sorry you didn't get that chance' offering, he's not here to get token farewell games, he will be playing to try and prove that he should have been on the pitch last week.


The other decision to play your best over the future is really personal though so can agree with your reasoning. Just sharing a slightly different perspective. I'll have to check the ratings and see how they went.

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Jen 26 minutes ago
All Blacks player ratings vs Italy | Autumn Nations Series

Crikey that game was a mess.

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JW 39 minutes ago
Why England's defence of the realm has crumbled without Felix Jones

Yep even if you're improving on already very good international players every little bit helps if you're at the top of this log jam of 'top 3' sides, if they are elite.

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Cantab 42 minutes ago
Argentina player ratings vs France | Autumn Nations Series

Indeed they were. When they were good they looked like potential world beaters but too many mistakes outweighed the occasional excellent moments. The French were not at the level they were against the ABs

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Kia koe 57 minutes ago
All Blacks player ratings vs Italy | Autumn Nations Series

Reiko... Does one key handling error per game. He should go wing

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JWH 1 hour ago
All Blacks player ratings vs Italy | Autumn Nations Series

Ok, BB did NOT deserve a 9.5. I found his performance to be extremely lacklustre, especially considering the platform the forwards were giving him. His kicking was exceptional as usual, but his running rugby has been poor compared to DMac. Would've preferred to see a bit of DMac against Italy here.


Will Jordan only a 7??? He had a wonderful performance.

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JWH 1 hour ago
Lamb to the slaughter? Italy aim to 'get stuck into' All Blacks

Sorry I am really confused by your comment, idk if I am losing it or not. Can you please re-explain yourself?

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JWH 1 hour ago
‘Right a few wrongs’: Ex-Wales flyer’s message of intent with Crusaders

The Crusaders just had a mass exodus of veterans. They need to replace that lost experience, at least until the younguns get up to scratch. Nothing to do with the player pipeline, just NZR letting excellent talent and experience ship off overseas.

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GP 1 hour ago
‘Right a few wrongs’: Ex-Wales flyer’s message of intent with Crusaders

Well said Johnny McNicoll.It was fantastic having him back this year. His 2 try performance in the win over the Chiefs was a special way to return to his old home ground. I believe the Crusaders will turn things around. Too many good people in and around this team to do otherwise. They will prove those wallowing in negativity wrong.

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GP 1 hour ago
‘Right a few wrongs’: Ex-Wales flyer’s message of intent with Crusaders

Close the door on your way out. Go find another team.

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Kia koe 1 hour ago
Italy vs New Zealand | Live & Latest Rugby Union Scores & Results | RugbyPass

If Italy got the scrums right!!!

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Kia koe 1 hour ago
Italy vs New Zealand | Live & Latest Rugby Union Scores & Results | RugbyPass

What defence from Italy.. looking good for next year six nations

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MM 1 hour ago
'I have full belief that if we play well we can beat South Africa'

It was like watching men play schoolboys

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Ninjin 1 hour ago
'I have full belief that if we play well we can beat South Africa'

Ay least yes but the Springboks dont really destroy teams on the scoreboard.

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MM 1 hour ago
'I have full belief that if we play well we can beat South Africa'

Wales were lucky the Boks should put 60 points past them

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The One 2 hours ago
South Africa player ratings | 2024 Autumn Nations Series

I'd rate the brothers Hendricks a point or two lower. Jaden has really not delivered on his early promise and Jordan's kicking at posts was quite erratic. Amongst other things.


I was really surprised that DuhDuh was replaced and not Jordan. DuhDuh had a great game and just underlined his class in a backline that was not firing on all cylinders.


Damian Willemse was missed. Hopefully he'll be back to full fitness and have an injury free 2025 (and '26 and '27 and so on until he decides to retire to spend time with his grandchildren).


RG was great. What an athlete.


Very happy that Hanekom made his debut at last. He gave a good account of himself and will hopefully grow into his role on the international stage.


All things considered, this was another frustrating Bok performance. Even though it was a comfortable win, it wasn't a commanding win. This Welsh team should've been put away by a far larger margin.


But I have faith in Dr Rassie. He knows more than I do. Bring on 2027 😁

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kenday 3 hours ago
Italy vs New Zealand | Live & Latest Rugby Union Scores & Results | RugbyPass

Go the AB's .. Probs win by about 30 I reckon ... Cheers ..

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