Three key issues as Ireland seek to capitalise on French weaknesses

Donal Lenihan looks ahead to Ireland's clash with France.

Three key issues as Ireland seek to capitalise on French weaknesses
Sat, 13 Feb, 2016 - 00:00
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Donal Lenihan

1 French leadership void needs to be exploited

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