Ireland U21s draw with France

Ireland’s youngsters escaped with a draw in Limoges last night after Regis Lespinas missed a conversion with 10 minutes to go which would have clinched victory for the hosts.

Mark McCall’s side had been on top for most of the game and led 10-8 at half-time thanks to tries from wingers Tommy Bowe and Richie Lane, although Yannick Nyanga’s effort, coupled with a Lespinas penalty, kept France in touch.