JOE SCHMIDT

Wallabies coach escapes sanction as World Rugby weighs in on Lions Test controversy

World Rugby has confirmed that Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt will not be sanctioned after his remarks over the officiating of the second Test between Australia and the British and Irish Lions.

29 Jul 2025

Wallabies boss Joe Schmidt seething after controversial late call

Australia coach Joe Schmidt believes his charges deserved more in the thrilling second Test match against the British and Irish Lions at the MCG Stadium in Melbourne.

27 Jul 2025

Wallabies sign Joe Schmidt to 2026, Les Kiss to take over to 2028

Rugby Australia revealed Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss as the successor to Joe Schmidt in mid-2026.

30 Apr 2025

Joe Schmidt confirms he's stepping down as Wallabies coach after Rugby Championship

Joe Schmidt's future has been confirmed after Rugby Australia announced that they would immediately be starting their process of finding a new head coach.

06 Feb 2025

Joe Schmidt backing Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii to shine for Wallabies

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt says Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's elevation to the Test squad is to prepare his prize recruit for the 2025 British & Irish Lions Series

23 Oct 2024

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt reflects on no-contest scrums against Boks

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt admits he's never seen a scene like Optus Stadium on Saturday as his side suffered an unbelievably unlucky run of injuries in the front row.

18 Aug 2024