Coach Mike Ruddock praised his men for maintaining their composure and seeing off the challenge of a weak Scotland side at Dubarry Park last night to set up a Grand Slam decider away to England next Friday.

Ireland under-20s 26 Scotland under-20s 0

Ryanair has dismissed Denis O'Brien's purchase of shares in Aer Lingus, saying it is still pushing ahead with its move to gain a controlling stake in the airline.