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Rugby


Bradley confirmed as interim Ireland manager

Thursday, May 08, 2008

The IRFU have confirmed the interim management of the Ireland team that will play the Barbarians and tour to the Southern Hemisphere this summer.

Connacht Director of Rugby Michael Bradley will lead the tour as Head Coach, and will also take responsibility for the backs.

Niall O'Donovan is named as Forwards Coach and is joined by Defence Coach Graham Steadman, while Joey Miles will be tour manager.

Munster Head Coach Declan Kidney will take charge of the team later this year.

The squads for the Barbarians game, the summer tour and Churchill Cup will be announced tomorrow.

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