Ulster revival can start today, insists Fitzpatrick

FORMER Ireland prop Justin Fitzpatrick believes today’s Magners League game against the Ospreys at the Liberty Stadium could be the turning point in Ulster’s season.

Ulster revival can start today, insists Fitzpatrick
Sat, 27 Jan, 2007 - 00:00
Mickey Adams

The 36-year-old loose-head, one of a number of changes to the Ulster starting line-up due to Ireland call-ups, says the Ospreys are a team to fear.

“It is a massively-important game. Going to Wales and into their den will not be easy,” said Fitzpatrick.

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