It was a game that leaves both camps much to ponder before challenging matches next weekend.
Johnny Sexton's try helped Ireland lead at half-time despite Scotland's bossing possession in the first halfScotland's pre-tournament build-up was thrown off course last Monday when news emerged of star fly-halfHis absence was one of the reasons the visitors began in Dublin as firm underdogs - but they clearly relished the opportunity to send a clear message to those who had written them off.
He was replaced by Peter O'Mahony and he played like a man with a chip on his shoulder following his omission from the starting side. Murray's performance will only shine a brighter spotlight on that position, with the Munster man enduring a torrid afternoon before being replaced by Cooney after 60 minutes.
Just before the break Murray saw his pass picked off by Sam Johnson, prompting a desperate chase down the field.After extending their lead through a Sexton penalty early in the second half, Ireland soon found themselves back in defensive mode as Scotland again bulldozed their way inside the 22.
Why do they even bother......Losing again..
Bet the wonderful Nicola is proper Pissed now 😂😂😂😂😂😂🇬🇧
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That wasn’t a lucky win.. hard fought game more like
Scotland need to stop the turn overs & different ideas when they get to there 22 line
AAsaanderson 😃🙄🏴🤷🏼♀️
Again, I blame Brexit.
Great game boys but same silly mistakes, tough one Gregor chin up man these things happen.
Bit harsh like
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