Perpignan

Rape acquitted Paddy Jackson opens up after fresh new start in France

It has been a troublesome past year for Ireland international fly-half Paddy Jackson. The Ulsterman was released from his provincial contract following his high-profile court case but is now looking to...

Paddy Jackson: Once I got out on the pitch, I felt like I just came out of my shell

Paddy Jackson says he’s thrilled to be back playing rugby and his debut for Perpignan last week was like his “first game.”

Paddy Jackson: Once I got out on the pitch, I felt like I just came out of my shell

Paddy Jackson says he’s thrilled to be back playing rugby and his debut for Perpignan last week was like his “first game.”

Preseason Highlights: Perpignan v Stade Francais

Paul O'Connell joins Stade Francrais coaching staff

Stade Francrais have added a boost to their coaching staff with the addition of Paul O'Connell, who joins the French club as forwards coach. ✍☘ Le @SFParisRugby est fier d’annoncer l'arrivée...

2018/19 Challenge Cup Pool Draw

The pools for the 2018/19 Challenge Cup season have today been confirmed in Lausanne. Connacht will meet Paddy Jackson's new side Perpignan as well as English outfit Sale Sharks.   Harlequins will...

Fast start not enough as Irish lose to Scotland in U20 World Cup

The Ireland Under-20s' defensive deficiencies were laid bare again as Scotland ran in six converted tries in a 45-29 World Rugby U-20 Championship play-off win in Perpignan this afternoon.

WATCH LIVE: World Rugby U20 Championship Semi Finals day

The penultimate round of play in the World Rugby U20 Championships take place today in France, as South Africa face England and New Zealand take on hosts France. All matches can be watched live below,...

Ireland Under-20 Back-Line Rejigged For Scotland Match

Head coach Noel McNamara has made five personnel changes to the Ireland Under-20 team, sponsored by PwC, to play Scotland in Tuesday's 9th-12th place play-off in Perpignan (kick-off 4pm local time/3pm...

Australia’s Michael Cheika wary of ‘best Ireland team in history’ before first Test

• ‘They believe they are coming here to win 3-0,’ says head coach• Cheika surprised Carbery picked over Sexton for Brisbane gameIreland caused shockwaves in 2011 by defeating Australia at the World...