Ireland doing even more analysis as they 'go into the unknown', says Sexton

Ireland must expect the unexpected, he has warned.

Tue, 30 Jan, 2018 - 12:54

Johnny Sexton says the Irish Rugby team are heading into the unknown as preparations continue for Saturday's Six Nations opener against France in Paris.

The French will be playing under Jacques Brunel for the first time.

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