Gordon D’Arcy
Gordon D’Arcy is a former Irish rugby player who had a distinguished career as a centre, representing the national team from 2000 to 2015. Known for his defensive skills and tactical awareness, D’Arcy was part of the Irish squad that won the 2009 Six Nations Championship and played a crucial role in Ireland's historic victory over Australia in the 2011 Rugby World Cup. After retiring, he has contributed to rugby as a commentator and analyst, sharing insights from his extensive experience on the field. D’Arcy has recently been mentioned in the news for providing commentary on the Irish rugby team's performance under interim head coach Simon Easterby.
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Recent news mentions
Gordon D'Arcy is mentioned as part of the latest rugby news coverage.
Here’s how Ireland can win the title on the final day – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-03-07
Gordon D'Arcy is mentioned as part of the rugby news coverage.
How the Welsh media reacted to Ireland v Wales – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-07
If you want the latest rugby news, analysis and opinion then you should follow our dedicated WhatsApp channel. From Gerry Thornley to Owen Doyle and Gordon D’Arcy, we have every angle covered.
Ireland’s fragility in the scrum was evident again against Wales – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-07
Gordon D’Arcy joins Nathan Johns to pick through what it all means.
Follow the action from the Aviva Stadium in the Six Nations – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-06
Gordon D’Arcy is mentioned as part of the rugby coverage team.
Jacob Stockdale gets chance to remind us of his potent attacking threat – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-05
Gordon D'Arcy is mentioned as part of the rugby news coverage.
IRFU confident relationship with Andy Farrell remains strong despite rumour mill – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-04
Gordon D'Arcy cautions against underestimating Wales despite their losing streak.
Andy Farrell to offer fresh opportunities, Steve Tandy’s hand forced by injuries – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-04
From Gerry Thornley to Owen Doyle and Gordon D’Arcy, we have every angle covered.
Three charts reveal interesting tactical trends from Six Nations – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-04
Gordon D’Arcy is mentioned as part of the rugby news coverage.
Six Nations takes on retro feel as Ireland aim to set up Triple Crown decider – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-03
Gordon D’Arcy is included in the list of individuals covering rugby news and analysis.
Positive vibes from World Rugby summit could be spoiled by a fly in the ointment – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-02
Gordon D'Arcy is mentioned as a journalist covering rugby news and analysis.
After Paris, I expected a big response against England, but nothing like this – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-26
Gordon D’Arcy is mentioned as a source for rugby news and analysis.
Ireland are the worst team in the Six Nations, according to rugby’s new metric – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-25
Gordon D'Arcy joined Nathan Johns to discuss Ireland's performance.
Andy Farrell set to prefer Jack Crowley at 10 for Ireland’s Six Nations game against England – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-18
Gordon D’Arcy expressed concern for the Irish rugby team.
Ireland’s rugby players need to run better. And it’s never too late to learn – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-14
Gordon D’Arcy pondered the OODA Loop devised by a US military strategist.
Cormac Izuchukwu and Robert Baloucoune to start as Andy Farrell makes six changes – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-12
Gordon D’Arcy’s weekly column was published this morning.
Hugo Keenan scratched from the starting XV – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-02
Gordon D’Arcy reflects on the Lions tour and his experiences as a player.
Gordon D’Arcy: Lions made lots of errors against ArgentinaIreland· 2025-06-25
Gordon D’Arcy reflects on the challenges faced by Leinster in their pursuit of success in sport.
Gordon D’Arcy: Leinster should forget about silencing the criticsIreland· 2025-06-11
Gordon D’Arcy’s tackle on Fofana is highlighted as a crucial moment in a semi-final victory.
Leinster may be semi-final specialists, but getting any further is often a coin toss – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-03
Gordon D’Arcy speculates on the impact of Rieko Ioane for Leinster.
Meath hoping to give Dublin as good a game as Cork gave to Kerry – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-23
Gordon D’Arcy promoted a new children’s book at the Irish booksellers conference.
‘It’s a very real danger to the industry’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-16
Gordon D’Arcy has a notion that Munster might ruffle the feathers of La Rochelle.
Football championship lift-off gives little time to catch a breath – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-02
Gordon D’Arcy joins Nathan Johns to discuss Ireland's recent results.
Live updates as Jack Crowley named to start at outhalf – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-13
Gordon D’Arcy turned down a call-up from Warren Gatland to sit his Leaving Cert.
Are France better than Ireland at developing young rugby players? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-28
Gordon D’Arcy suggests that victories lacking bells and whistles provide the most satisfaction for players.
Ireland’s limitations laid bare in Slovenia as poor Nations League start continues – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-26
