Shane Lowry and wife Wendy team up with popular Ireland rugby legends in Chicago ahead of dramatic loss to New Zealand

SHANE LOWRY and wife Wendy were in Chicago to watch Ireland’s clash against New Zealand – and took in the game alongside a pair of recently retired legends. Andy Farrell’s men

New Zealand rallies with three late tries to beat Ireland 26-13 at Soldier Field

Tries in the last quarter by Tamaiti Williams, Wallace Sititi and Cam Roigard carried New Zealand to a 26-13 win Saturday over a combative Ireland in front of 65,000 mostly Irish fans at Chicago's Soldier Field.

Ireland 13 New Zealand 26: How the Irish players rated at Soldier Field

Ryan Baird: Great lineout steal on 27 minutes as the All Blacks pressed followed by athletic pick and go. He carried well and was strong in the lineout. One of the better players in a poor outing. Rating: 8

Dan Sheehan admits Ireland have ‘a lot to work on’ after defeat to New Zealand

Dan Sheehan admits Ireland have ‘a lot to work on’ after defeat to New Zealand - Ardie Savea, Tamaiti Williams, Wallace Sititi and Cam Roigard claimed the All Blacks’ tries in Chicago.

New Zealand 26, Ireland 13

Ireland 13 (Tadhg Furlong try; Jack Crowley conversion, 2 penalties). HT: 7-10 Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.

Ireland v New Zealand key battles: Van der Flier v Savea

BBC Sport NI looks at the head-to-heads that could decide Ireland's Test match against New Zealand in Chicago's Soldier Field.

View from New Zealand: Huge pay day the main reason All Blacks are facing Ireland in Chicago

There’s a growing concern in New Zealand that the focus is more on winning investment than on the All Blacks’ ability to win games
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