Latest News Joe Schmidt undergoes minor surgery on 23 November 2014 More in Latest News: Podcast reacts to stunning wins for England and Italy 11 March 2024 Things fell apart for Wales – Gatland 10 March 2024 French fightback leaves Wales winless heading into final round 10 March 2024 Joe Schmidt had his appendix removed last night following Ireland's 26-23 win over Australia. The Irish head coach was assessed by the match day doctors at the Aviva Stadium before being sent to St Vincents Hospital where the surgery took place.