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Lood De Jager Red Card Justified – Irish Times

by David Thompson - Sports Editor
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* ​ South Africa‘s Performance: South Africa played exceptionally well,winning a very intense match even after​ receiving a red card. This serves as a warning to Ireland.
* Ireland’s Upcoming Challenge: Ireland needs to ​prepare for a similar level⁢ of intensity and resilience ‍from their opponents.
* Ireland vs. Japan: Ireland won against Japan,‍ but the refereeing in‌ that match‌ was criticized.
* Referee Criticism: ⁤ Referee Gianluca Gnecchi​ was considered too lenient during the Ireland-Japan game, specifically failing⁤ to issue yellow cards for repeated Irish⁣ penalties.
* Specific Incident: Jacob Stockdale was correctly sent to the sin bin for making head contact during a tackle.

The article⁣ focuses on the⁤ notable performance⁤ of South Africa​ and uses‌ it as a cautionary tale for Ireland, while⁤ also ⁢critiquing the‍ refereeing in Ireland’s recent ⁤win against Japan.

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Ireland vs. England: TV, Kick-Off, Team News & Preview

by David Thompson - Sports Editor
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* The image shows Ireland’s billy Holland,‌ Donnacha Ryan, Simon Zebo, conor Murray, and CJ Stander ‍celebrating a win.
* Photographer: Dan Sheridan/Inpho

Team Form‍ & Stakes:

* Ireland: ⁣ Had players involved ⁣in ⁣the prosperous Lions tour ⁣of Australia. A separate Ireland‌ team (coached by Paul O’Connell) beat⁣ Georgia and Portugal. Finished 3rd⁣ in the Six Nations (behind England and France).
* ⁢ New Zealand: Played 9 matches since ‌the summer, beating a weakened French side. Finished 2nd in the Rugby Championship (4 wins, ⁣2 losses, including a heavy​ defeat to South⁤ Africa).
* What’s at Stake: The ⁣upcoming​ internationals ​are crucial for Rugby World Cup seeding (for the 2027 tournament). Ireland is currently 3rd and wants to ⁣stay in the top 4. Defeats could ⁢negatively impact their ‍seeding.

Team News (Ireland):

*⁣ Mack Hansen is out due ​to a ⁣foot injury.
*⁣ Tom Farrell and jimmy O’Brien have been⁢ added to the squad as ⁢injury cover.
* Caelan Doris‘s return ​against the All Blacks is still possible (he ⁤underwent shoulder surgery).

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Ireland vs Portugal: Analysis of Record-Breaking Win

by David Thompson - Sports Editor
written by David Thompson - Sports Editor

Ireland Dominates Portugal‌ in Rugby Thrashing

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Ireland delivered a commanding performance against Portugal, ⁣securing a​ resounding victory with a final score of 106-7. The match, played ​under⁣ the watchful‌ eye of referee A Leal from ⁤England, saw Ireland⁤ assert‌ their dominance from the outset, ⁢leaving the ‌Portuguese side struggling to contain their relentless attack.

First Half Blitz Sets the Tone

Ireland established a formidable lead in the first half, showcasing ​exceptional⁤ skill ​and execution. The scoring began early, with Gavin crossing the whitewash in the second minute, followed‌ by a triumphant conversion from Crowley, ​putting Ireland up 7-0. The onslaught continued as ⁣T O’Brien added another try in the ninth ​minute, again converted by Crowley, extending the lead to 14-0.

The‌ first half was a⁣ masterclass in attacking ‍rugby from⁢ Ireland. ⁣Bolton touched down in the ​eleventh minute, ⁤with Crowley adding⁢ the extras for a ⁣21-0 advantage.⁤ By ‌the twenty-second minute, T O’Brien ‌scored his second try,‌ converted by Cowley, making it 35-0. Clarkson then added his name to the scoresheet in the twenty-ninth minute, with Crowley ⁣converting to bring the score to 42-0. Bolton secured his brace in the ‍thirty-third minute, pushing the lead to 47-0.the first ⁤half concluded with Gavin scoring his ‍second try in the thirty-eighth minute, converted by Crowley, resulting‍ in a staggering halftime score of 54-0.

Second⁢ Half ​Continues Ireland’s Dominance

The second half mirrored the ‍first, with‍ Ireland continuing​ their relentless pressure. Casey‍ opened the scoring in the forty-first minute, with⁣ Crowley converting‍ to make it 61-0. Prendergast then added a ​try in the fifty-first minute,extending the lead to 66-0.

Portugal managed to get on the scoreboard in the ⁢fifty-second minute through Martins, with ​Aubry successfully converting, bringing the score to 66-7. However, Ireland quickly responded. Nash scored in the‍ fifty-fifth minute,​ followed by ⁤Frawley in the fifty-sixth, with⁤ Crowley⁤ converting both to⁢ make it⁤ 78-7. Prendergast secured his⁢ second ‍try in the fifty-eighth minute,converted by Crowley,pushing the⁢ score to 85-7.

the final‌ stages of the match saw Ireland ⁤further extend their‍ lead.Kendellen scored in the seventieth minute, converted by Crowley, making it 92-7. murphy added⁣ another try in ​the seventy-sixth minute, ⁣converted by Crowley, bringing the score to 99-7. The match concluded with a penalty ‍try in the‌ eightieth minute,converted ‍by Crowley,sealing an emphatic 106-7 victory‌ for⁣ Ireland.

key Performers for Ireland

J Crowley: Instrumental with multiple conversions and crucial playmaking.
 H Gavin & T O’Brien: Both‍ scored braces,⁤ showcasing⁢ their ​attacking prowess.
S Bolton & C prendergast: Also contributed with two tries each.

Portugal’s Efforts

Despite ​the critically important scoreline, Portugal showed moments of resilience. their sole try came from N Martins, converted by H‍ Aubry, a testament​ to their fighting spirit throughout the match.

Match Details

Scorers:

Ireland: Gavin (2), T O’Brien (2),⁢ Bolton (2), Clarkson, Casey, Prendergast (2), Martins, Nash, Frawley, Kendellen, Murphy, Penalty Try. Crowley (11 ⁢conversions), cowley (1 conversion), Aubry⁤ (1 conversion).
* Portugal: Martins.‍ Aubry (1 conversion).

Half-time: 0-54

Full-time: 7-106

Teams:

PORTUGAL: N Sousa Guedes; ‍S Bento; ‍V PINTO, T Appleton, Mc Pinto; H⁤ ABRY, H CAMACHO; D COSTA,

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Jamie Osborne: Ireland Withdrawal & Lions Selection

by David Thompson - Sports Editor
written by David Thompson - Sports Editor

Ireland Announce Team to ​Face Portugal with Three ‍Debutants and Lions Recognition

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Ireland ​head coach Andy Farrell has named his team to face Portugal this Saturday, with three players – Shayne Bolton, Alex ⁤Kendellen, and Hugh Gavin – ⁣set to earn their frist senior international caps. the match, taking place‍ in⁤ Lisbon, will see Ireland ‌face a 21st different nation in test rugby, the first new opponent since Russia in 2002.

Team Changes and Debutants

The Irish ​side shows several changes from last weekend’s match. In the ⁢second row, Darragh Murray partners with James ⁢Boyle, while a dynamic backrow sees Kendellen and Cian Prendergast⁤ replace Nick Timoney and Gavin Coombes respectively.Kendellen, who ​captained ⁣the Emerging‍ Ireland side on their​ accomplished⁢ tour of Bloemfontein​ last year, earns deserved recognition for​ his consistent performances. Prendergast returns to the matchday 23 after being a late withdrawal last week due to a gastro bug.

Tom O’Toole, having overcome a minor injury, is included amongst the replacements. Ciarán Frawley⁢ provides outhalf cover,and the exciting young Gavin,a former Ireland Under-20 Grand Slam winner,will make his debut⁤ in the centres alongside Shayne Bolton,who also scored on his Ireland ‘A’ debut earlier this year.

Acknowledging Osborne’s Lions ⁢call-Up

The ⁤declaration of the team was slightly overshadowed by confirmation of Jamie Osborne’s inclusion in the British & Irish ‌Lions squad for the tour‌ to ⁤australia. Farrell and the Irish management were‌ fast to ‌offer their congratulations.

“On behalf ​of the Ireland team, I woudl like to congratulate Jamie⁤ on his selection to the ⁤British & Irish Lions,” said Farrell. “It’s fantastic news for Jamie⁢ and we wish him well in Australia. Jamie has ⁣been a consistent performer for Leinster and Ireland ⁣and I’m sure he’ll be a great addition to the Lions squad.”

O’Connell’s Perspective and Portugal Challenge

Speaking before the Lions ⁢news broke, Ireland forwards coach Paul O’Connell highlighted the positive attitude within the squad.

“I have been really pleased with the attitude of​ the players over the last number of weeks,” O’Connell stated. “The dedication and diligence of the squad in testing conditions‌ over in Tbilisi ‍demonstrated the players’ willingness to embrace challenges and hopefully‍ that bodes‌ well again this weekend.”

O’Connell also emphasized the challenge posed by Portugal,‌ describing them as “another extraordinary emerging side who look to play an exciting brand of rugby.” He added, ⁢”We know that we’re in for⁤ another battle, hopefully in front of another big crowd of travelling supporters.”

He concluded by offering his congratulations to the debutants: “To our three new debutants – Shayne, Alex and Hugh – congratulations on their selection. The team will try to deliver a positive performance ‍for them and⁣ their families.”

Matchday Squad

Ireland: J O’Brien (Leinster/Naas);⁢ T O’Brien (Leinster/UCD),⁣ H Gavin (Connacht/Galwegians), S McCloskey (bangor/Ulster), S Bolton (Connacht); J Crowley (Munster/Cork Constitution), C Casey (Munster/Shannon, capt); J Boyle (leinster/UCD), G McCarthy (Leinster/UCD),​ T​ Clarkson (Leinster/Dublin University); T Ahern (Munster/Shannon), D Murray (Connacht/Buccaneers); R Baird​ (Leinster/Dublin University), A Kendellen (Munster/UCC), C Prendergast⁢ (Connacht/UCD).

Replacements: T Stewart (Ulster/Ballynahinch), Michael Milne (Munster/UCD),​ T O’Toole (Ulster/Ballynahinch), C⁣ Izuchukwu (Ulster/Ballynahinch), M Deegan (Leinster/Lansdowne), B Murphy (Connacht/Clontarf), C Frawley (Leinster/UCD), ​C ‍Nash (Munster/Young Munster).

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