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2 clusters · 8 sources · 9 days · First seen 14 days ago · Last updated 6 days ago

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Joe Schmidt rugby coaching shift

Entities: Richie Murphy · Joe Schmidt · Ulster Rugby · Rugby Australia · Stephen Larkham

Overview

In July 2026, Joe Schmidt concluded his three‑year tenure as head coach of the Australian Wallabies after a 57‑10 victory over Italy, handing the role to Les Kiss as Australia prepares to host the 2027 Rugby World Cup. The win ended a six‑match losing streak and offered a hopeful note ahead of the tournament.

A week later, Schmidt announced a short‑term consultancy with Ulster Rugby in Belfast, working alongside head coach Richie Murphy during pre‑season. While under contract with Rugby Australia and continuing to advise Stephen Larkham and Australia A for an upcoming tour, Schmidt’s new role signals his continued involvement in the sport beyond his Wallabies duties.

Together, these developments illustrate Schmidt’s transition from national team leader to a broader advisory capacity across both Australian and Irish rugby structures.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[● 3 SOURCES] Joe Schmidt will take a short‑term consultancy role with Ulster Rugby. (All three articles)
[● 3 SOURCES] The consultancy will last about a month during Ulster’s pre‑season preparations. (All three articles)
[● 3 SOURCES] Schmidt will work alongside Ulster head coach Richie Murphy. (All three articles)
[● 3 SOURCES] Schmidt remains under contract with Rugby Australia. (All three articles)
[● 3 SOURCES] Schmidt will also assist Stephen Larkham and Australia A on their October tour of the United States. (All three articles)
[● 3 SOURCES] Ulster missed the United Rugby Championship play‑offs and lost the EPCR Challenge Cup final to Montpellier. (All three articles)
[● 3 SOURCES] Schmidt previously coached Leinster, the Irish national team and the Wallabies. (All three articles)
[● 3 SOURCES] Joe Schmidt is 60 years old. (All three articles)

Timeline

6 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Joe Schmidt returns to Irish rugby as Ulster consultant
Joe Schmidt, former Ireland and Wallabies coach, takes a month‑long consultancy with Ulster, working with Richie Murphy while still contracted to Rugby Australia.
14 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Wallabies Coach Joe Schmidt Hands Over to Les Kiss After Italy Victory
Joe Schmidt ends his Wallabies coaching stint with a 12‑win‑31‑match record, handing over to Les Kiss after a 57‑10 win over Italy, ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Sources

communitynews.com.au · extra.ie · ruck.co.uk · rugbylad.ie · spartanskenoviny.cz · the42.ie · theage.com.au · theqldr.com.au