Let’s unleash impact players earlier

To avoid the desperation of chasing a score, Ireland need to focus on three key goals at Murrayfield today, says Donal Lenihan.

Let’s unleash impact players earlier

1. Game management

For Ireland to achieve the twin goal of beating Scotland and retaining their Six Nations championship, they must carefully manage the twin forces that will guide that ambition. Their primary focus from the outset must be on winning the game with the eventual margin of victory becoming a factor only when the foundations for victory are established.

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