That's what it was! A complex mix of factors lead to ireland underperforming at the world cup. I wonder how much it cost the IRFU to come to that decsion?!
Philip Browne, Chief Executive of the Irish Rugby Football Union said:
"These findings have been produced following extensive consultation
Eddie O'Sullivan has signed a four-year extension to his contract keeping him in charge of the men in green through to 2012 (including the next Rugby World Cup in 2011).
Three triple crowns in four seasons has led to the extension, and even an agreement that should the Lions coach job come his wa
Allen Clarke will step down from his position as assistanc coach to Ulster to become the IRFU's Elite Player Development Manager.
He will oversee the delivery of the High Performance Strategies of the IRFU.
Ulster Rugby Chief Executive Michael Reid said: "The IRFU have made an excellent choi