6N Preview – Ireland vs France
The most pivotal game of the weekend in terms of championship relevance takes place in Dublin, where defending champions Ireland host arch-nemesis France.
The most pivotal game of the weekend in terms of championship relevance takes place in Dublin, where defending champions Ireland host arch-nemesis France.
A despondent Italian side limps into Twickenham on the back of a sound beating in Rome, with virtually no chance of victory against hosts England.
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France’s mighty Fijian import was in outrageous form at the Wellington tournament, carving up defenses at will with a ferocious display of pace and power.
Ireland conquered Italy with consummate ease on Saturday, though the calculated and mundane manner in which they did so left much to be desired.
It was high redemption for England in Cardiff as they overcame an eight point deficit with a dominant second half performance that sent Welsh fans reeling.
The United States took another step forward in Wellington, and one name who stood out was Perry Baker, quickly evolving into more than just a finisher.
Two new-look sides face off with expectations guarded but high for each, but Paris is just about the worst place for any team to start their tourney.
Ireland will hope to draw inspiration from dominant performances from their u20 and women’s sides as they march into Rome slightly battered but confident.
Nigel Carolan’s young Irish squad got their tournament off to a fine start with a win over Italy in atrocious weather at the Stadio Lamarmora in Biella.