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On The 42decisions decisions
'He brings energy to everything he does' - Farrell weighs up McCarthy call for France
Selection
The Ireland team we’d like to see start against France
Andy Farrell faces some big calls ahead of Wednesday’s team announcement.
On The 42robbie henshaw
'The belief we have is sky-high' - Ireland feeling confident ahead of French test
On The 42gameweek
No injury concerns for Ireland ahead of Six Nations opener with France
Andy Farrell’s side take on France in Marseille on Friday night.
On The 42jack crowley
'I need to grow to understand myself and how I can impact this group'
If Jack Crowley is to become ‘the man’ at 10 for Ireland, he will be allowed to do so on his own terms.
On The 42post-world cup bleus
Easterby: No need for Ireland to start afresh as they eye up 'opportunity' in Marseille
On The 42On the box
Full Contact: Netflix rugby series delivers big impact but little insight
Eight-part documentary puts focus on the game’s brutal physicality and overlooks its more cerebral elements.
New Era
No Sexton, Dupont, Farrell - This year's Six Nations will feel different
France are favourites for the title as they face Ireland at home in Marseille.
rugby weekly extra
'We've made an absolute balls of it' - Jackman laments uncertainty over O'Mahony's future
‘We’ve left him in a very poor situation. His employers have done that.’
On The 42Not a New Start
'I don’t buy into the four-year cycle that comes around World Cups' - Farrell
The Ireland boss has moved on from the World Cup even if his team must learn from it.
Pole Position
Leinster get the job done on weekend of detours and disruptions
Leo Cullen’s side will have home advantage in the Champions Cup round of 16 but have yet to fully hit their stride.
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