Tadhg Furlong

Tadhg Furlong

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Tadhg Furlong is a highly regarded Irish rugby player, known for his exceptional skills as a tighthead prop. Born on November 14, 1992, in County Wexford, Ireland, Furlong has been a cornerstone of the Irish national team and has played a significant role in their success in international competitions. He has earned accolades for his scrummaging ability and has been an integral part of the team during the Six Nations and Rugby World Cup tournaments. Furlong was in the news due to a recurrence of calf problems that sidelined him during the 2023 Six Nations, creating an opportunity for teammate Finlay Bealham to step up in his absence.

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The odd one breaks through such as Tadhg Furlong or the Osborne brothers.

Players emerging from private schools are super athletes but lack rugby IQ – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-03
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Tadhg Furlong was pulled from the team late due to calf tightness.

Leo Cullen kicks for touch on James Lowe’s Leinster future – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-05-31
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Veteran Irish prop Tadhg Furlong was riled at being pushed up in the scrum by his opposite number Nicky Smith.

Ireland keep Six Nations title hopes alive in thrilling win over Wales
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-03-07
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The pathway was wide enough to keep track of me, further strengthened by talent like Tadhg Furlong coming through non-traditional routes.

Expectations of Welsh success have nosedived – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-05
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Tadhg Furlong is expected to be motivated for the game after a tough experience against Italy.

Andy Farrell draws on experienced Ireland players for England challenge at Twickenham – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-20
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Tadhg Furlong is on for Thomas Clarkson, the only change for Ireland at the break.

Italy lead 10-5 at half-time – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-14
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Tadhg Furlong is listed among the injured players affecting the Irish rugby team.

Moaning suggests Ireland is a nation deluded about its rugby reality – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-13
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Tadhg Furlong is one of the players whose retirement would signal the end of an era.

Here’s why the obituaries for Irish rugby are premature – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-12
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Tadhg Furlong’s calf is to be tested for the last 20 or 30 minutes ideally.

Ulster pair set to start with Sam Prendergast to be retained – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-12
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Tadhg Furlong is back in full training with the Ireland squad and hopes to be part of the matchday side for their second round Six Nations fixture against Italy.

Tadhg Furlong returns to full training ahead of Italy clash – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-11
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Tadhg Furlong is expected to miss the game against France, leading to Thomas Clarkson starting.

Cian Prendergast in line to join brother Sam in Ireland side to play France – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-02
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Tadhg Furlong appears to remain the only real fitness concern for Ireland ahead of moving on to Paris for Thursday’s 2026 Six Nations opener against France.

Ireland’s Tadhg Furlong could be available to play France in Six Nations opener – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-02
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Tadhg Furlong appears to be in a race against time to be fit for next Thursday.

Bundee Aki will be considered for Ireland after suspension – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-01-29
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Tadhg Furlong will be available for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup clash with Aviron Bayonnais.

Ringrose, Snyman, Furlong and Jimmy O’Brien back for Leinster for Bayonne clash – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-01-12
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Tadhg Furlong had a fine game and was important when Ireland were short-handed.

James Ryan’s red card costs team – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-11-22
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