Ireland second row Donnacha Ryan has been cited for stamping in Saturday’s 20-10 victory over Samoa.

Brian O’Driscoll today admitted Ireland are desperate to end their losing streak when they host Samoa at Aviva Stadium.

SAMOA yesterday named a strong team to face Ireland tomorrow, including nine players based in England and France.

CLERMONT AUVERGNE have signed powerful hooker Ti’i Paulo from Super 14 outfit the Crusaders.