Completely collapsed at the end there
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Rugby Union 23/24 Discussion
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Finally starting to see a little bit of clicking for Leinster the last few games I feel. Still not sure about the new system but let’s give it time. Harry Byrne was excellent today but unfortunately off injured again. The lad has immense talent but I fear he’ll never get to reach his peak with all the injuries.
Really disappointed with Ulster, that has to be the end of the coaching staff now for me, too much talent to have excuses for not making it through. Munster will be fine I think. They’ve got to where they need and if they get through the injury crisis they’ll be a tough match for anyone.
Really disappointed with Ulster, that has to be the end of the coaching staff now for me, too much talent to have excuses for not making it through. Munster will be fine I think. They’ve got to where they need and if they get through the injury crisis they’ll be a tough match for anyone.
Really frustrating not to get a home tie in the next round for Bath. A bonus point looked almost certain with three tries scored by half time. I know JVG wasn’t liked by Munster fans but he’s done wonders so far. I just wish we’d take a few more risks when close to the try line and get the ball wide.
Farrell to Racing confirmed.
Hasn't he had an open cheque book to spend with, also the last part get used to it and don't expect promising academy kids to get a break either
That the end of his International career?
Compared to Irish and French clubs? Given the salary cap in the Premiership, I can’t imagine it’s much different to the other teams at the top of the table. I think the squad is performing about right relative to its talent after a few years of badly underperforming, but I’m impressed with how quickly he’s turned it around.
As for the academy, you’re right, they’ll struggle to get a look in for sure. The squad is incredibly big. The pack at the weekend was competitive with one of the best teams in France and was missing Ted Hill, Barbeary, Underhill, Dunn, as well as three or four experienced players before you even get to the youngsters. Going off what we saw in the Premiership cup, they’re not ready to play for teams at the top anyway.
2 year deal. Will be 34 by then so possibly.
Big question is, will his old man bring him on the Lions tour? Be a good way to bow out.
I really like the look of this young chiefs team. If they can turn over Sarries at the StoneX it really will be something
Racing 92 vs Toulouse is on Viaplay and is a quality match. 10-7 28 mins in
The way Andy Farrell reacts to adversity is so great. A lesson to all managers (including those that manage football teams?)
France vs Ireland aka the World Cup final that wasn't should be a cracker. On the one hand, it's good that the 6 Nations starts with a bang. On the other hand, we are going to have a very good idea of who will win the 6 Nations with 14 matches remaining in the tournament come full time in Marseille.
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I'm genuinely traumatised
I feel like I don't really want to watch this. But I probably will.and before the game. on paper you’d have to go for the 6 nations side that went furthest in the world cup.
I'm genuinely traumatised
I think we could get a hiding. Our record in France isn’t great at the best of times and they’ll be so motivated to put on a show for their home fans after the WC debacle.
Exciting as feck. France by 7-10 points
Got to score first.
And stop Ireland scoring much more.
And keep 15 on the pitch.
But if anyone can do it, it’s France. As likely to lose by 20 as win from 10 down…
Should be 13-0
Poor kick from Crowley
Poor kick from Crowley
I’m somewhat shocked by how bad they look. Reckon they’ll come out steaming in the second half
Yeah, to miss from right in front could play on his nerves a bit. Needs a tackle, good kick for touch or something
Ireland really should have a lot more points on the board.
I missed the first 10. I'd be interested to see the yellow card incident again. The Irish commentary team are not convinced the drop in height was close enough to the collision to be counted as mitigation.
I missed the first 10. I'd be interested to see the yellow card incident again. The Irish commentary team are not convinced the drop in height was close enough to the collision to be counted as mitigation.
Crowley is killing us. That poor pass to Ake and an easy kick missed. Should be much further ahead.
EDIT: Beautiful timing on that pass by… Crowley
EDIT: Beautiful timing on that pass by… Crowley
Especially their defence. Is Edwards on holiday?
Or a pass for a walk in try
His height never changed from the moment the French lad started his movement.
EDIT: Justice done. What an idiot.
Lovely delay on the pass there by Crowley, good response to a poor missed kick.
Wonderful delayed pass from Crowley. Not a single French player looks on it
This there was a high shot there
Justice?
He's going to be off here for 2 yellows.
Game over
At least we get to see Tuilagi for a decent stretch
Oh Crowley 
Very close and could have been given… a dark orange.
Second one’s a basic yellow but stupid. Type of thing football managers sometimes go “I’ll sub him”, doesn’t happen in rugby.
Every single kick out of hand in open play from Crowley has gone wrong. That is not good.
I haven’t watched much of McCarthy, he’s an absolute menace. Nothing like a big destructive lock
Just thinking of the Amrabat incident for Morocco the other night. Yellow carded then VAR told ref to look again and he upgraded to a straight red which impacts how many games Amrabat misses.
Wonder if a panel would’ve given the French lad a longer ban for a straight red if reviewed on the night and given red
I haven’t watched much of McCarthy, he’s an absolute menace. Nothing like a big destructive lock
He’s a wrecking ball. Does tend to concede a lot of penalties though. Yong and lernin’.
Wow Hugo Keenan