Ireland take on Italians in U19s

IRELAND make their IRB/FIRA 2003 U19 rugby World Cup Championship debut this evening near Paris when they take on Italy (6.30pm) in a bid to at least guarantee their place in the top eight of the event.
Ireland take on Italians in U19s

But manager Michael Cunningham reckons that the Irish will have their work cut out against a strong Italian side. Ireland lost to Wales and England (11-21 and 3-12 respectively) while the Italians were beaten by the English, Welsh, Scotland and France. But all four matches were close-fought and Cunningham believes there is little between the sides.

“It’s going to be a very physical game, that’s for sure. We know from past experience that Italy are very strong, very aggressive and possess a fair degree of skill as well.

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