We were a minute away from history, says devastated Schmidt
Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt admitted missing the opportunity to end 108 years of hurt against New Zealand was "devastating".
Having led 19-0 after the first quarter, Ireland were firmly in charge at 22-7 ahead at half-time as they looked to earn their first-ever win over the All Blacks at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
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