Ireland sitting pretty after Italy win

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Ireland sitting pretty after Italy win

Yet Ireland are a little lucky to be in such a healthy state, points-wise. Despite dominating yesterday’s encounter with the Italians they nearly succumbed to a late sucker-punch which would have given the Italians a draw.

Germany, who beat Ireland’s initial Pool A victims Wales 4-0, are a much more fearsome prospect, followed by England on Monday.

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