Ireland run riot against Russians

Ireland 53 Russia 0

Sun, 16 Mar, 2008 - 00:00

Colm O’Connor

The victory sets up a mouthwatering clash with England on Wednesday, a repeat of last year’s semi-final which Ireland won before losing a penalty shoot-out to host nation France.

Manager Willie Gribben was “delighted” with yesterday’s result.

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<p>Pictured is Aer Lingus College Football Classic ambassador Ian Madigan ahead of this year's game between the TCU Horned Frogs and the UNC Tar Heels, taking place at Aviva Stadium on Saturday, 29 August 2026. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile</p>

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