The Latest Breaking News from David Nucifora

Farrell’s return boosts Ireland for Autumn Nations Series with plenty at stake

After a successful Lions tour, the head coach returns to a side that are under pressure to prove their best days are not behind them

The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2025

Gregor Townsend backed to take Scotland forward after signing contract extension

There had been speculation about the future of the 52-year-old after back-to-back fourth-placed finishes in the Six Nations.

The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2025

Massive honour – Gregor Townsend extends Scotland deal through to 2027 World Cup

Townsend is set to lead the Scots to what will be his third global showpiece in Australia in just over two years.

The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2025

Ex-Wallaby Nucifora set to be a Lion king in Australia

World Cup-winning Wallaby David Nucifora has been reported to have been given a key role in the British & Irish Lions camp for the Tests in Australia.

AAP · Jan 23, 2025

Ireland link has Schmidt as Wallabies coach contender

David Nucifora and Peter Horne taking on key RA roles after helping Ireland to world No.1 has raised the prospect of Joe Schmidt coaching the Wallabies.

AAP · Dec 21, 2023

Andy Farrell expected to lead Lions in 2025 after Irish union gives its blessing

Andy Farrell is set to be head coach for the 2025 British & Irish Lions tour of Australia, with the IRFU saying it would be ‘ecstatic’ if he got the role

The Guardian - UK · Dec 14, 2023

Leo Cullen signs new two year deal to remain as Leinster's head coach

The 45-year-old has been at the helm for eight years and will provide stability in the wake of Stuart Lancaster's departure in the summer

Irish Mirror · Feb 27, 2023

Peter O'Mahony signs IRFU contract extension as he aims to compete at a third World Cup

'He is a born leader and galvanises those around him,' says IRFU performance director David Nucifora of the decade-long Munster skipper

Irish Mirror · Feb 20, 2023

Tonight's rugby news as Wales star revved up for historic win over All Blacks and young gun tipped to wow this autumn

The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond

Wales Online · Oct 28, 2022

David Nucifora sees finish line as IRFU performance guru says Ireland pecking order has changed

The Australian launched a robust defence of the Emerging Ireland tour and revealed that 29 of 37 pro contracts offered to Ireland women's internationals have been accepted, with eight rejected

Irish Mirror · Oct 27, 2022