Kidney announces squad for Six Nations clash

Ireland coach Declan Kidney has announced a reduced 27-man squad for the opening game in the RBS Six Nations Championship against France on Saturday, February 7.

Fri, 30 Jan, 2009 - 16:25

Ireland coach Declan Kidney has announced a reduced 27-man squad for the opening game in the RBS Six Nations Championship against France on Saturday, February 7.

The team and replacements for the game will be selected next Tuesday ahead of the Croke Park clash.

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