Ireland can board today’s flight to Japan with a spring in their step

It was one of those moments requiring a sharp intake of breath. The dreaded prospect of injury hangs large over these World Cup warm-up games.

Ireland can board today’s flight to Japan with a spring in their step

It was one of those moments requiring a sharp intake of breath. The dreaded prospect of injury hangs large over these World Cup warm-up games.

They are a necessary evil, matches to be endured rather than enjoyed, especially for the management.

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