Schmidt: 'Anxiety' may yet kick in

The hype surrounding a flawless RBS 6 Nations start will create “anxiety” among Ireland’s players, according to head coach Joe Schmidt.

Schmidt: 'Anxiety' may yet kick in
Mon, 10 Feb, 2014 - 07:42

The hype surrounding a flawless RBS 6 Nations start will create “anxiety” among Ireland’s players, according to head coach Joe Schmidt.

Schmidt conceded public expectation will soar after Ireland’s brutal 26-3 dismantling of Wales in Dublin on Saturday, which followed on from a similarly ruthless 28-6 defeat of Scotland.

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