Of course the English media didn’t get carried away with their thumping victory over Ireland…
“All the hurdles on the potentially rocky road to Dublin had been cleared with impressive ease.” England came to Dublin on Saturday afternoon and emerged with a convincing victory over Ireland. Eddie Jones’ team won 32-20 at the Aviva Stadium, ending Joe Schmidt’s chances of winning back-to-back Grand Slams in his final Six Nations campaign. […]
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Three uncapped players included in Ireland Six Nations squad
Schmidt has made his selection and there are a few new faces. Ireland have announced their squad for the Six Nations. Joe Schmidt named his extended squad for the team’s defence of the Six Nations on Wednesday afternoon. The three uncapped playees included are all from Connacht – scrumhalf Caolin Blade, centre Tom Farrell and […]
7 years ago
Eddie Jones gunning for Ireland already judging by his post-match comment
The Australian was buoyed by his side’s emphatic victory over his countrymen at Twickenham. Eddie Jones has weathered the storm and looks set to stay on as England coach up until the 2019 World Cup, at the very least. Jones was offered a contract with the RFU up to 2021 after he helped England to […]
7 years ago