Nigel Owens in charge for key Irish RWC clash

Welshman Nigel Owens, regarded by many pundits as the world’s leading rugby union referee, has been appointed to oversee Ireland’s crucial Rugby World Cup Pool D clash with France.

Nigel Owens in charge for key Irish RWC clash

Ireland meet France on October 11 at the Millennium Stadium in a match likely to decide the pool winners. Owens will be in charge, assisted by England’s Wayne Barnes and Welshman Leighton Hodges.

New Zealand’s Glen Jackson will officiate Ireland’s opening match against Canada in Cardiff on September 19.

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