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Ireland rugby squad visits Children's Health Ireland hospital

The team spent time at the hospital during a break before their Nations Championship campaign.

New York Editorial News Desk November 3, 2026 1 min read

The Brief

  • The Ireland squad visited Children's Health Ireland hospital at Crumlin.
  • Children were dressed in Halloween outfits during the visit.
  • The trip occurred before their Nations Championship campaign begins.

The Ireland rugby squad spent time at Children's Health Ireland hospital at Crumlin ahead of their Nations Championship campaign.

Andy Farrell's team visited the hospital, with children dressed in Halloween outfits.

The squad's schedule includes matches against Argentina, Fiji, and South Africa before the finals weekend at the end of the month.

Robert Baloucoune, a player on the team, commented on the experience, noting it helped players reflect on life's important aspects.

Baloucoune expressed hope that the visit brought joy to the children, who were also dressed in Halloween outfits.

The visit was described as a positive experience for both the players and the children receiving treatment.

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