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Six Nations 2023: Andy Farrell relieved as Ireland battle to 34-20 win in Italy
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Saturday, 25 February 2023 10:25
Andy Farrell's relief was clear for all to see as his Ireland side were made to work hard for the 34-20 win in Italy which maintains their Grand Slam hopes.Italy's attack rattled Ireland who were only 24-20 up with 15 minutes left before a Ross Byrne penalty and Mack Hansen try closed out the match."All credit must go to Italy.…
Six Nations 2023: England must push on for big games - Steve Borthwick
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Saturday, 25 February 2023 14:26
England must "push on" after beating Wales with "big games" against France and Ireland to come in the Six Nations, says head coach Steve Borthwick.The England rebuild following Eddie Jones' sacking continued as they claimed a 20-10 win in Cardiff.Improved attack earned England three well-worked tries in Wales, but other opportunities were squandered."There were bits in that performance that we…
Six Nations 2023: Wooden Spoon 'the last thing you want' - Wales coach Warren Gatland
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Saturday, 25 February 2023 13:37
Wales head coach Warren Gatland has outlined the importance of avoiding the Six Nations Wooden Spoon after three consecutive tournament defeats.Gatland's side face Italy in Rome on 11 March before taking on France in Paris seven days later.Wales are aiming to avoid what would be a first whitewash in the Six Nations since 2003.Italy have also lost their first three…
Six Nations 2023: Italy 20-34 Ireland highlights
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Saturday, 25 February 2023 10:13
Watch highlights as favourites Ireland beat Italy 34-20 in Rome to move a step closer to securing the Six Nations Grand Slam. MATCH REPORT: Italy 20-34 IrelandFollow Six Nations coverage across BBC Sport, BBC iPlayer & BBC Sounds. Available to UK users only.
Italy 20-34 Ireland: Favourites hold off spirited Azzurri to maintain Grand Slam push
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Saturday, 25 February 2023 09:17
Ireland moved a step closer to realising their Grand Slam dream despite an unconvincing display in Rome, as they held off a spirited Italy to claim a bonus-point win. The Irish scored four tries before half-time through James Ryan, Hugo Keenan, Bundee Aki and Mack Hansen.However, Stephen Varney and Pierre Bruno scores deservedly kept the hosts in touch at the…
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