Andy Farrell’s side, who rank first in the world, were one of four sides considered main contenders for the trophy, alongside New Zealand, South Africa, and France. Having backed that up so far, Irish fans will be daring to dream that their side really can make it all the way.
But Ireland, for all their accolades in the last few years, have never made it past the quarter-final stage – the only home nation not to do so.
They face a New Zealand team who have had their backs against the wall ever since they were soundly beaten by South Africa at Twickenham before the world cup, and will be eager to best an Irish side who have got the better of them in recent times.
RadioTimes.com brings you the full round-up of Ireland's fixture list and results for the Rugby World Cup 2023.
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When do Ireland play next?
Ireland will play New Zealand on Saturday 14th October at 8pm UK time in the Rugby World Cup 2023 quarter-finals.
Ireland fixtures and results – Rugby World Cup 2023
Pool stage
Saturday 9th September
Ireland 82-8 Romania (2:30pm, Stade de Bordeaux) ITV1 / ITVX
Saturday 16th September
Ireland 59-16 Tonga (8pm, Stade de la Beaujoire) ITV1 / ITVX
Saturday 23rd September
South Africa 8-13 Ireland (8pm, Stade de France) ITV1 / ITVX
Saturday 7th October
Ireland v Scotland (8pm, Stade de France) ITV1 / ITVX
Quarter-finals
Saturday 14th October
QF2: Ireland v New Zealand (8pm, Stade de France) ITV1 / ITVX
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