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How do Ireland move forward after World Cup defeat?

Joe Schmidt’s side were beaten by New Zealand.

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Ireland have been knocked out of the World Cup at the quarter-final stage for the seventh time in nine tournaments.

Here, the PA news agency examines how Ireland move forward in light of another major disappointment at the global game’s top challenge.

Where do Ireland go from here?

Andy Farrell is replacing Joe Schmidt
Andy Farrell is replacing Joe Schmidt (Ashley Western/PA)

Who should captain Ireland now then?

James Ryan (second left) is favourite for the captaincy
James Ryan (second left) is favourite for the captaincy (Adam Davy/PA)

How can Ireland evolve their gameplan?

Joe Schmidt is stepping down as head coach
Joe Schmidt is stepping down as head coach (Adam Davy/PA)

Does that mean wholesale playing personnel changes then?

Conor Murray is a key player for Ireland
Conor Murray is a key player for Ireland (Adam Davy/PA)
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