AROUND TEN MINUTES into the second half of Ireland’s 31-7 Six Nations defeat of Wales on Saturday, during a long passage of play across the middle third of the pitch, Josh van der Flier took a bang and a signal was sent to the sideline.
The Ireland camp was a happy one after this latest bonus-point win, even if the performance raised more questions than the previous victories against France and Italy. That was probably one contributor to the scoreline, and then we definitely could have been more clinical. Andy had mentioned that it could’ve been more clinical, but we did take chances as well at times. “I think, definitely, a lot of credit has to be given to Wales for the way they defended and worked really hard. It’s obviously difficult for a team like that, a lot of younger guys, whereas we’re at a different stage as a team. That definitely makes a difference.
“It’s a very experienced group, but there’s definitely another level in us and a bit to go in terms of getting everything right. It’s a great place to be, we have to be happy with where we’re at at the moment.” Rónan Kelleher won an important turnover within moments of his introduction and played a lovely offload before Ryan Baird – who was also heavily involved after being sprung from the bench – went on a trademark rampaging run.
“I think we look towards our goals as a team, we want to be winning all the competitions we’re involved in and the games we’re involved in, but to do that you have to have a good squad as well,” van der Flier said.
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