Ivan Cleary
AustraliacoachMaleb. 19697.5Global Dominance: 0.02%Ivan Cleary is an Australian rugby league coach and former player, known for his strategic acumen and leadership in the National Rugby League (NRL). He has been the head coach of the Penrith Panthers since 2019, leading the team to significant successes, including a premiership in 2021. Cleary has garnered attention for his passionate defense of his team's performance and decisions made by referees, particularly in high-stakes matches. In the recent news, he expressed his frustration with a no-try decision in a preliminary final, which led to discussions about rule changes in the NRL.
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Ivan Cleary praised Liam Martin, stating he has produced in the big games many times before.
Will NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley gamble on Latrell Mitchell? It could all hinge on Monday’s training sessionAustralia· 2026-06-21
Ivan Cleary is Nathan Cleary's father and provides support after his son's games.
Bears lure Wallabies legend in key code-switch signingAustralia· 2026-06-21
Ivan Cleary, Nathan's father and Penrith coach, said he did not entirely disagree with his son’s assessment.
Nathan Cleary was ‘embarrassed’ by his Origin II game. His dad didn’t entirely disagreeAustralia· 2026-06-19
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary loved what he saw from McLean.
Blues rookie caps brilliant week by shining for PanthersAustralia· 2026-06-01
Cleary announced he was leaving the club for Penrith after losing the grand final.
Warriors v Panthers: Cleary reunion adds extra spice to NRL clash
New Zealand· 2026-05-30
Ivan Cleary is the father of Nathan Cleary and a four-time premiership coach.
How Nathan Cleary, Ethan Strange broke Queensland heartsAustralia· 2026-05-28
Ivan Cleary is being considered as a future Blues coach after completing his club duties.
Coached by Canberra’s greatest five-eighth, Strange makes a dream Origin debutAustralia· 2026-05-27
Ivan Cleary is expected to be the NSW coach in 2028 if he is not already coaching at the representative level.
State of Origin 2026: NSW coach Laurie Daley has hung his game plan on one thingAustralia· 2026-05-27
Ivan Cleary did have a role with Brad Fittler when he was Blues coach.
NSW Blues vs Queensland Maroons; Daley, Slater name strong squads with kick off at 8.05pm from Accor StadiumAustralia· 2026-05-27
Ivan Cleary always manages to keep his cool, even when celebrating a premiership with son Nathan.
It takes a special person to be an NRL coach. So why do they do it?Australia· 2026-03-06
Ivan Cleary successfully represented his son Nathan in a hearing at the NRL judiciary.
Panthers captain free to play in NRL season openerAustralia· 2026-02-23
Ivan Cleary has told confidantes he will not coach the PNG Chiefs.
Ivan Cleary won’t coach PNG ChiefsAustralia· 2026-02-22
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary was forced to watch the game in the outdoor press area.
Why Nathan Cleary is in doubt for Penrith Panthers’ openerAustralia· 2026-02-20
Ivan Cleary is the coach of the Penrith Panthers, who are looking to bounce back after losing their championship title.
Key stories, gains, losses and contract situations for all 17 teamsAustralia· 2026-01-30
Ivan Cleary, the Panthers coach, asked in deadpan style about the end of their title reign.
Reece Walsh came of age in 2025. Who can possibly stop him next year?Australia· 2025-12-25
Four-time NRL premiership-winning Penrith Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has lent his support to the Hybrid Rugby concept.
It started as a cross-code schoolboy exhibition. Now Hybrid Rugby could save the English Super League with $3m clashAustralia· 2025-12-03
Ivan Cleary is a four-time premiership winner who will be asked for his opinions in the meeting with the NRL.
Wayne Bennett, Craig Bellamy and Ricky Stuart to discuss bunker, sin-bins and kick-off ruleAustralia· 2025-12-01
Ivan Cleary is the coach of the Penrith Panthers and has expressed interest in a representative coaching role.
Penrith Panthers mentor Ivan Cleary reveals interest in representative coaching roleAustralia· 2025-11-12
Ivan Cleary is the Panthers’ coach who supported Stacey Jones' decision to pick McLean.
Kiwis v Samoa live updates: Pacific Championships finalNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Ivan Cleary is the Panthers' coach who backed Casey McLean's talent.
Kiwis v Samoa: Gun centre Casey McLean on rapid rise, choosing heritage over OriginNew Zealand· 2025-11-08Ivan Cleary was in London to support his son Nathan during the team's stay.
ARLC chair dismisses quitting rumours, commits to seeing broadcast deal throughAustralia· 2025-11-01
Like his brother Nathan and father Ivan, Cleary was part of the Panthers system.
Warriors recruit Jett Cleary wins more premierships than any other member of his family in 2025. Then he represented UkraineAustralia· 2025-10-30Ivan Cleary is Nathan Cleary's father and has coached the Penrith Panthers to multiple premierships.
Kangaroos star on starting a family and future at Penrith PanthersAustralia· 2025-10-23Ivan Cleary is a potential target for the Chiefs as he is off contract at the end of 2027.
Inside the PNG Chiefs set-up, player housing, tax-free status, development pathwaysAustralia· 2025-10-17
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary was also adamant Sunday’s defeat was not an era-ending setback.
Isaah Yeo warns NRL rivals they’ll be back “bigger and better” in 2026Australia· 2025-09-29Ivan Cleary has again been snubbed for the Dally M coach of the year award.
Ivan Cleary snubbed for coach of the year despite Penrith's dominanceAustralia· 2025-09-27
Ivan Cleary says his son’s relentless drive for perfection is a key part of their success.
Nathan Cleary’s words of support for Canterbury Bulldogs halfback Lachie Galvin on eve of blockbuster NRL semi-finalAustralia· 2025-09-20
Ivan Cleary is the coach of the Penrith Panthers, who has guided the team through a challenging season.
Penrith Panthers down Warriors to set up blockbuster semi-final against Canterbury BulldogsAustralia· 2025-09-13
Ivan Cleary’s team were again victorious in Melbourne.
Warriors v Penrith: How the Auckland club can beat the Panthers in NRL playoffNew Zealand· 2025-09-12
Ivan Cleary reveals the moment they hit rock bottom ahead of New Zealand Warriors match.
Penrith Panthers coach Ivan Cleary reveals the moment they hit rock bottom ahead of New Zealand Warriors matchAustralia· 2025-09-10