Williams tips Ireland for Grand Slam

Scotland coach Matt Williams believes Ireland are rightly considered favourites to win the Grand Slam.

Mon, 14 Feb, 2005 - 08:11

Scotland coach Matt Williams believes Ireland are rightly considered favourites to win the Grand Slam.

Williams saw his side dismantled by Ireland at Murrayfield on Saturday as Eddie O’Sullivan’s men took the second step towards a first Grand Slam since 1948.

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