Ireland U20s lose to France in Six Nations Summer Series

Richie Murphy’s side struggled to assert themselves in the opening 40 and left themselves too much to do despite an improved showing after the break

HANDS OFF: James McNabney of Ireland attempts a break during the Six Nations U20 summer series match between Ireland and France at Payanini Centre in Verona, Italy. Pic: Roberto Bregani, Sportsfile

France 42-21 Ireland

Ireland’s Under-20 Six Nations Summer Series began with a spirited defeat as they went down 42-21 to a dazzling France side.