We’ll be back, says Dallaglio

LAWRENCE DALLAGLIO last night picked himself up and targeted an England fightback after their Grand Slam hopes were dealt a stunning knockout blow by Ireland.

The world champions were second-best in almost every area, but significantly at lineouts, where they lost 11 on their own throw and were treated to a commanding performance by arguably the world's best jumper, Munster's Paul O'Connell.

England also missed nine tackles and made 25 errors in the game and captain Dallaglio emphasised their mood as Ireland went on their way towards a possible first triple crown since 1985.