Ireland bid to get their Six Nations show on the road with big win in Rome
Andy Farrell’s men take on a youthful but defensively porous Italian outfit at Stadio Olimpico.
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Andy Farrell’s men take on a youthful but defensively porous Italian outfit at Stadio Olimpico.
Danilo D’Ambrosio was also on target in the 5-0 thrashing of Shakhtar Donetsk.
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Joe Schmidt’s side are confident that they’re close to truly clicking.
French media have suggested the Irishman could be replaced after the World Cup this year.
The Italy head coach remains realistic about what his side can achieve against the top teams.
Sean Cronin is confident the number 8 will play, and is expecting him to bring out a huge improvement in the Azzurri.
The 77-year-old former prime minister wasn’t in court today when the ban was announced.
Italy goes to the polls on Sunday and Monday but it’s still not clear who is most likely to emerge victorious.