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Leinster announces return of fly-half Carbery for 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:50 AM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Leinster announces return of fly-half Carbery for 2026-27 season
Summary

Leinster has confirmed that Ireland international Joey Carbery will rejoin the team ahead of the 2026-27 season. Carbery, 30, has spent the past two seasons with Bordeaux-Begles, winning two Investec Champions Cup titles. He previously played for Leinster, winning a Pro14 and Champions Cup double in 2018, before moving to Munster, where he helped the team secure the United Rugby Championship title in 2023. Carbery expressed excitement about returning to Leinster and reuniting with familiar teammates. Head coach Leo Cullen welcomed Carbery back, noting the valuable experience he brings.

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  • •Joey Carbery returns to Leinster after two seasons in France.
  • •He won two Investec Champions Cup titles with Bordeaux.
  • •Carbery helped Munster win the United Rugby Championship in 2023.
  • •Leinster coach Leo Cullen emphasizes Carbery's experience.
  • •Carbery aims to contribute to the team quickly.
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  • 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — Leinster confirm Ireland fly-half Carbery's return
  • 9:50 AMBBC Sport — Leinster confirm Ireland fly-half Carbery's return
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Leinster confirm the return of Ireland international Joey Carbery before the 2026-27 season.

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Leinster confirm the return of Ireland international Joey Carbery before the 2026-27 season.

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