Yahoo Sports reports: Ireland coach Andy Farrell signed a new contract Friday through the 2031 Rugby World Cup in the United States, aiming to get the team past its historic block at the quarterfinal stage. The Irish Rugby Football Union announced the extension to a deal which will now keep Farrell through an eighth year in charge, including the 2027 World Cup hosted by Australia. In 10 editions of the tournament, Ireland has lost in eight quarterfinals and never been further.
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Ireland rugby coach Andy Farrell extends deal through 2031 World Cup in US
Ireland coach Andy Farrell signed a new contract Friday through the 2031 Rugby World Cup in the United States, aiming to get the team past its historic block at the quarterfinal stage. The Irish Rugby Football Union announced the extension to a deal which will now keep Farrell through an eighth year in charge, including the 2027 World Cup hosted by Australia. In 10 editions of the tournament, Ireland has lost in eight quarterfinals and never been further.
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