Ireland opened their Six Nations Championship campaign with an impressive 38-17 over France this morning.
Flyhalf Josh Crowley had a fine day with his kicking boots scoring a total of 13 points through penalties and conversions.
Ireland took advantage of France’s one-man down after locks Paul Williemse copped two yellow cards in the first half that resulted in a red card in the 30th minute.
The Irish held a slight 17-10 lead at halftime before pulling away in the second spell with 3 converted tries to France’s 1.
Ireland also had their fair share of 1 man down after flanker Peter O’Mahony was yellow-carded in the 52nd minute but France could not capitalise.
In other matches, Italy will take on England at 2.15am tomorrow and Wales will play Scotland at 4.45am tomorrow.
Week 2 of 5
| Date | Time | Team | Team | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 25th Feb | 2:15AM | Ireland | - | Wales |
| 4:45AM | Scotland | - | England | |
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