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It's Knockout Rugby time at Affidea Stadium as we welcome Ospreys in the Round of 16 of the EPCR Challenge Cup. (Saturday, 4th April, kick-off 8.00pm).

Match Previews

Match Day Guide | Ulster v Ospreys

3rd April 2026

Head Coach, Richie Murphy, has named his match day squad to take on Ospreys in the Challenge Cup Round of 16 fixture tomorrow night at Affidea Stadium. (KO: 8pm)

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Ulster team named for last 16 European knockout clash against Ospreys

3rd April 2026

The Danske Bank Schools’ Cup Group Stage Draw for the 2026/2027 Competition was held with Ulster Schools’ PRO Barney McGonigle providing the overview.

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Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ Round-Up | Saturday 28th March 2026

3rd April 2026

The final of this season’s Nutty Krust Tournament was played on Wednesday 1st April, when the City of Armagh FC U18 team faced the Dungannon FC U18 team at 7:30pm.

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Nutty Krust Tournament 2026 Final | City of Armagh U18s v Dungannon FC U18s

3rd April 2026

More than 100 young volunteers from across Ulster have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to grassroots sport, celebrating a new generation of community volunteers dedicated to strengthening local clubs.

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Young Volunteers Celebrated for Thousands of Hours of Service to Sport

2nd April 2026

Ballymoney Rugby Club marked a significant milestone in it's development, with the official opening of its new changing facilities, supported by the Levelling Up Fund, the IRFU and Local Government.

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Ballymoney Rugby Club Unveils New Changing Facilities

1st April 2026

A look ahead to Ulster's huge EPCR Challenge Cup Round of 16 knockout match against Ospreys at Affidea Stadium this Saturday night, with a spot in the Quarter Finals up for grabs. (KO: 8pm)

Match Previews

Challenge Cup Round of 16 Preview | Ospreys (H)

31st March 2026

Knockout Rugby is back at Affidea Stadium as Ulster host Ospreys in the EPCR Challenge Cup Round of 16 (Kick-off is at 8pm).

Fixture News

What's on Guide | Ulster v Ospreys

31st March 2026

The Performance Medicine Team has issued a squad update ahead of this Friday’s BKT United Rugby Championship Round 18 fixture against Glasgow Warriors at Affidea Stadium.

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Squad Update | Ospreys (H) 2026

31st March 2026

The exclusive renewal window for existing Season Ticket holders for the 2026/27 season is now open.

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2026/27 Season Ticket Renewal Window now open

31st March 2026

The Ulster Youth Bowl Finals returned to Meadowbank on Saturday 28th March 2026, delivering a full day of competitive rugby across the U14, U16 and U18 age grades.

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Battling the Elements | Ulster Youth Bowl Finals Deliver Thrills at Meadowbank

30th March 2026

A round-up of the Danske Bank Schools’ Competition Finalists for the 2025-26 season, by Ulster Schools’ PRO Barney McGonigle.

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Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ Competition Finalists List 2025-26 | Saturday 28 March 2026

30th March 2026

Ulster secured a vital bonus-point victory in the race for the URC's top eight as Richie Murphy's side scored four tries against a dogged Zebre Parma at Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi.

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Match Report | Zebre Parma 12-28 Ulster Rugby

28th March 2026

The first ever Celtic Challenge final takes place this Saturday and with the title guaranteed to be heading to Ireland, the only question is will it be claimed by the Clovers or the Wolfhounds.

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Clovers and Wolfhounds teams named for inaugural Celtic Challenge final

27th March 2026

Ulster Rugby is proud to announce the return of its Foundation Day fixture, taking place on Friday 17 April, as Ulster take on Leinster in what promises to be another memorable evening at Affidea Stadium.

Fixture News

Ulster Rugby Foundation Day Returns for Second Year - Ulster v Leinster

27th March 2026

Head Coach, Richie Murphy, has named his match day squad to take on Italian side, Zebre Parma, in Round 14 of the BKT United Rugby Championship at Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi tomorrow. (KO: 7.45pm)

Fixture News

McCloskey and Timoney return as Ulster take on Zebre Parma in Italy

27th March 2026

Rainey RFC Academy and Enniskillen RFC Academy go head-to-head this Saturday at Affidea Stadium in the 2026 Club Academy Cup Final, with both sides aiming to finish their campaigns on a high in what promises to be a memorable occasion.

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Preview | Club Academy Cup Final | Rainey v Enniskillen

26th March 2026

Ulster Rugby is delighted to announce that Academy forward, Bryn Ward, has agreed terms on a new deal that will see him become a contracted senior player next season.

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Bryn Ward signs first Senior deal with Ulster Rugby

26th March 2026

Late drama, standout performances and three deserving champions made for an unforgettable Ulster Youth League Finals Day at the Queen’s DUB Arena.

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Three Deserving Champions | The Youth League Finals | U14, U16, U18s

24th March 2026

The Performance Medicine Team has issued a squad update ahead of this Friday’s BKT United Rugby Championship Round 18 fixture against Glasgow Warriors at Affidea Stadium.

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Squad Update | Zebre Parma (A) 2026

24th March 2026

A look ahead to Ulster's BKT United Rugby Championship Round 14 fixture against Italians, Zebre Parma, at Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi Stadium this Saturday. (KO: 7.45pm)

Match Previews

Preview | Zebre Parma (A)

24th March 2026

A round-up of the latest Danske Bank Schools’ rugby action, by Ulster Schools’ PRO Barney McGonigle:

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Danske Bank Ulster Schools’ Round Up | Saturday 21 March 2026

23rd March 2026

Ulster returned to Affidea Stadium on Friday night for a Round 13 BKT United Rugby Championship interpro clash with Connacht, but despite a determined effort and late push, they were edged out 26–19 in a fiercely physical encounter.

Match Reports

Match Report | Ulster Rugby 19-26 Connacht Rugby

20th March 2026

The sixth, and final one, of this season’s Nutty Krust group stage games got underway in the Nutty Krust U18 Tournament under the floodlights at a cool, but dry, Chambers Park when the City of Armagh FC U18 team played the Portadown/Lurgan RFC U18...

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Nutty Krust Tournament | City of Armagh U18s v Portadown/Lurgan U18s

20th March 2026